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NOTE: All SanDisk memory cards and flash drives come pre-formatted and do not need to be formatted out of the box. They are formatted with the following standards:
     - FAT for 2GB or lower capacity
     - FAT32 for 4GB to 32GB capacities
     - exFAT for 64GB or higher capacities

Reformatting will clear file system corruption or quickly erase everything on the device. If re-formatting is needed, follow the steps below.

WARNING:  Backup all your data before formatting. Formatting will erase all data on the memory device. 

STEP 1 - Connect your SanDisk Device to the PC

STEP 2 - Open Windows Explorer

In Windows 8 from the Start Screen we can search for any file or application by simply typing the name. To open Windows Explorer Simply Type "Computer" from the Windows 8 Start Screen

STEP 3 - Windows 8 should now open Desktop Mode and Windows Explorer will open

STEP 4 - Right Click the SanDisk device and select Format

STEP 5 - A warning will appear informing you all data will be erased. Click OK

STEP 6 - Select your File system, allocation size, and ensure Quick format is checked.

Note: In most cases the default settings should be selected.

STEP 7 - Once Format is complete Click OK

STEP 8 - Your SanDisk Device is now ready to use