How to Remove a Media Card Reader

For various reasons, it can become necessary to remove the media card reader from your computer. It's not a difficult task, but there are a few things to take note of when performing this operation.

• 1

  After powering off your computer and detaching all power cords, open your computer case. Different cases open in different ways; you may or may not need a screwdriver for this step.

• 2

  Clear the way to the card reader. Move wires and remove other components, depending on your system.

• 3

  Detach all cables running from the card reader to the motherboard and/or the main wire harness. If the connectors have tabs holding them in place, release these before removing the cables to prevent damage.

• 4

  Remove any screws that are holding the card reader in place.

• 5

  Remove the card reader from its bay. Some readers may be connected directly into a socket on the motherboard; pull these out from the socket before removing them from your system.