Removing USB Hardware Safely

Safely remove a USB device connected to a computer, for example a USB flash device, digital camera, etc.

Windows 7 and Windows 10

1. Click on the Show Hidden Icons up-arrow near the lower right-hand corner of the Windows desktop.

2. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon

Windows 7

Safety remove hardware icon for windows 7.

Windows 10

3. Choose Eject Storage Media.
4. A bubble message will now appear at the bottom right of the Windows desktop indicating that the device has been stopped so that your data will not be lost when you remove the device. You may now unplug the device from the computer.

More information about using hardware and equipment

BCIT Issued Faculty/Staff Laptop – Initial Setup Guide
Current BCIT-Issued Laptop Technical Specifications
Enabling Windows Hello sign in features
Frequently Asked Questions About BCIT-Issued Laptops for Faculty and Staff
Frequently Asked Questions About Local Admin Privilege Removal on BCIT-issued Devices in 2023
Installing the ShareLink for Windows App in order to Wirelessly “Share Screen” to ShareLink-Capable Displays in Meeting Rooms and Classrooms
Laptop and Computer Accessories Supported by IT Services
Managing the Automatic Backup of Important Folders in OneDrive on BCIT-Issued Faculty and Staff Computers
Personal Computer Resources
Problem with Duplicate/Clone Display Projector Output on Windows 10 Laptop
Removing USB Hardware Safely
Resetting BCIT laptop for a new user
Selecting an Audio Device in Windows 10
Software Installed on BCIT-issued Windows Devices for Employees
Staff Laptop models and generations
Using a Document Camera
Using BitLocker To Go for encrypting removable data drives
Using Equipment in Smart Classrooms
Using Equipment in Smart Computer Labs
Using Equipment in Smart Lecture Theatres
When is my BCIT-Issued Laptop or Desktop Available for Replacement?