I have a 4Gb Sandisk Exteme III card that is now failing on a regular basis. The card is initially recognised by Windows and Windows even generates thumbnail images, but then I get an error message indicating that there is no disk in the reader when I try to copy/move or open the files on it.
I have tried different readers/pc's and operating systems, it is definitely a card error.
Sandisk agreed to replace the card under their lifetime warranty, but here is the rub. The card has to be returned in a padded sealed packet using a signed for and tracked service and the nearest office to the UK turns out to be in the Czech Republic. Turnaround is quoted as 5 weeks minimum.

I purchased 3 of these cards in May 2008 and cycle them after each session. I estimate that each has captured approx 4,000 images, not excessive use, I believe. Since I feel that I can no longer trust the remaining cards, I am thinking of replacing them with a few of the new Samsung SD Plus Class 6 cards. Does anyone have any experience with these?

Steve

If Windows 7 is not seeing the scanner, then it may be a driver issue. Windows 7 is quite fussy about only using certified drivers. If you upgraded from an earlier version rather than a fresh install then the unoacked drivers are already on your hard drive.

Alternatively copy the driver files from the laptop onto a memory stick

You can force an install by choosing to manually add hardware and at the appropriate point in the installation, point Windows towards the old drivers.

With a bit of luck the scanner should at least be recognised.

Regards - Steve

Neil, you have a pm.

Regards - Steve

Larry, you have a pm

Regards - Steve

Last chance, this item will go to auction on eBay this evening

Just a note to say that I met Brett and his father this morning and I am now the very happy owner of this lens.

Thanks Brett for a very pleasant transaction and good light during your stay in the UK

Regards - Steve

I decided to rationalise my collection of nifty 50's , so the F 50mm F1.7 is up for sale.

It is fully functional, with no scratches or fungus on the glass. There are as to be expected a few specs of dust, but nothing that detracts from the IQ. The lens has an original front cap and generic rear cap.

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Looking for £150 plus postage, payment by Paypal (marked as a gift), or by cheque. I am happy to post outside of the UK, provided a method of carriage can be agreed.

Regards - Steve

Brett , you have another PM

Regards - Steve

Still for sale

You have a pm

Regards - Steve