Your device lets you use a microSDTM card and adapter to expand the available memory space. This highly secure digital card enables you to exchange images, music, and data between SD-compatible devices.
This section details the features and options of your device’s microSD functionality.
Your device is equipped with a 2GB microSD (Secure Digital) memory card and its adapter to expand the device’s available memory space. It allows you to store images, videos, music, and voice data in your device.
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Camera and Music playback functionality are both dependant on having a microSD memory card present within the device. Although the Samsung Instinct™ comes with a pre-installed 2GB card, it can support microSD cards of up to 8GB. |
Locate the memory slot on the right side of the device and flip up the microSD plastic cover.
Make sure the microSD card's gold contacts are facing down.
Carefully insert the microSD card into the opening and firmly push it in until you hear a click that indicates the card is securely installed.
With the card now securely installed, replace the plastic cover over the microSD slot on the device.
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Be sure to use only recommended microSD cards (< 8GB). Using non-recommended microSD cards could cause data loss and damage your device. |
Flip up the microSD plastic cover on the right side of the device.
Firmly push the end of the card further into the device and release—the card should pop out from the memory card slot. If this does not work, repeat this process.
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The microSD card and its adapter can be easily damaged by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling them. |
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DO NOT remove a microSD card while files are being accessed or transferred. Doing so will result in loss or damage of data. Make sure your battery is fully charged before using the microSD card. Your data may become damaged or unusable if the battery runs out while using the microSD card. |
The microSD card can be accessed via the Sprint Media Manager™ (page 197) or directly via your computer (see “Connecting Your Device to Your Computer” on page 99).
Sprint Media Manager is a software application that allows you to conveniently manage your multimedia files (music, pictures and videos), create playlists, and quickly access the Sprint Music Store.
This software package (available on the
CD-ROM) also installs the device drivers necessary to access the internal microSD card via a USB connection.
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The USB drivers (available on the CD-ROM) must be installed before connecting the Instinct to your computer. These drivers can be installed by themselves as part of the Sprint Media Manager installation. Failure to install these drivers can cause your Instinct to not function with your computer. (See “Installing the USB Drivers” on page 99.) |
Computer provides access to the contents of the internal microSD card as if it were any other external storage device.
The Samsung Instinct™ allows you to review the memory allocation of both your internal device’s storage and that of the microSD card.
Press 
and touch Main (
) > Settings > General > Memory Status.
The Memory Status page is divided into two sections: In Phone and Memory Card.
Touch Done to return to the previous screen.
Insert the Software Installation CD into your computer’s disc drive.
Click the USB Driver link from the onscreen disc menu.
Click the Install button to begin the installation of the application to your computer.
Click the Begin button to then follow the onscreen instructions to install and reboot your computer, if necessary.
Before using your device’s mass storage capabilities, you must first install the USB drivers to your computer from the CD-ROM that came with your device.
Connect one end of the included USB cable to an open USB port on your computer.
Plug the other end of the included USB cable into your Accessories/Power Cable Jack located on the side of the device. (Wait for the connection to be completed. When connected, your computer will automatically detect your device.)
Click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop, and double-click the newly created drive letter (which may appear as an icon or text, depending on your View settings).
The default folders that appear are:
DCIM is the default location for pictures and videos taken by the device.
Media is the default location for both downloaded content and sideloaded videos.
Music is the default storage location for downloaded and sideloaded music files managed by the Sprint Media Manager. This location can also contain playlists.
Others provides a separate storage area for data files and other miscellaneous information.
Double-click the Storage Card folder to reveal the contents of the microSD card.
The microSD card can be accessed and used just as easily as any other communicating storage device.
From your Desktop, double-click My Computer > <Device Letter> entry to display the folders and files available on the internal microSD card.
Open a folder and begin the transfer process of files for your computer to the internal card’s target folder.
To remove the connection:
When you have finished transferring data, click the USB device icon on your computer’s taskbar, and follow the onscreen instructions to safely unplug the USB cable.
From your Desktop, double-click My Computer > <Device Letter>.
Right-click and select New> Folder.
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Do not alter or delete the four default folders. These are used by the Instinct to parse-out the different file formats and contents. |
Formatting a microSD card permanently removes all files stored on the card.
From your Desktop, double-click My Computer > <Device Letter>.
Right-click and select Format. (A warning will be displayed.)
If you are sure you wish to remove all the files from your microSD card, follow the onscreen instructions.
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The formatting procedure erases all the data on the microSD card, after which the files CANNOT be retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format the card. |
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When a formatted card is inserted into (or detected by) the Instinct, the four default folders will be created. |
The USB drivers (available on the CD-ROM) must be installed before connecting the Instinct to your computer. Failure to install these drivers can cause your Instinct to not function with your computer.
To avoid loss of data, DO NOT remove the USB cable, the microSD card, or the battery while files are being accessed or transferred.
DO NOT use your computer to change or edit folder or file names on the microSD, and do not attempt to transfer large amounts of data from the computer to the microSD card. Doing so may cause the microSD card to fail.
DO NOT turn off or restart your computer, or return to the unlock screen, while using a mass storage device. Doing so will result in loss or damage of data.
While your device is connected to the computer, your device’s screen will display “Phone Off.” You cannot make or receive calls while your device is using an active USB connection.
If you connect a mass storage device to a peripheral device, your device may not work properly.