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Chapter 8
CompactFlash™, CFpro™,
and CFBackup™
CompactFlash (CF) Cards
CompactFlash (CF) defines a class of small, removable devices for
mobile computers and electronic equipment. CF cards first gained
popularity as photographic storage devices for digital cameras. CF
cards quickly emerged as the standard for handheld computers as
well. The reasons for this rapid acceptance include:
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CF cards are Compact. They are approximately the size of a
matchbook and weigh about half an ounce.
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CF cards are designed with Flash technology, which allows
information to be stored without battery back-up.
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CF cards are solid-state, producing a higher degree of reliability.
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CF memory cards provide the capability to easily transfer all types
of information between a large variety of digital systems. For
example, when fitted with an adapter, CF cards are compatible
with the PC Card (PCMCIA) standard. This allows a CF memory
card to be accessed as a standard Windows drive.
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CF cards include a wide range of peripherals, including memory
cards, modems, serial cards, bar code readers, and wireless
devices.
Your handheld computer features a CompactFlash Type II expansion
slot, which can accept the original Type I (3.3 mm thick) and the Type
II (5 mm thick) cards. CompactFlash Type I and II cards give your
handheld computer additional capabilities, such as removable storage
CF wand bar code card