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"Disk is write protected" error

12 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/disk-is-write-protected-error.66461/

shady_inc
shady_inc Original post #1
Aug 24, 2007 at 10:32 PM
Everytime I plug in my card reader I get this error.

*img519.imageshack.us/img519/6967/20070824221838hi3.jpg

This means I can't transfer any data to my card.Data transfer from card to PC takes place properly though.I can't even format the card using card reader because of it.I use Nokia 6630 and 1 gb card.

Does someone know of a solution.??:confused: .This problem is driving me nuts.:mad: .
Gigacore
Aug 24, 2007 at 10:37 PM
disable the write protect of ur card
shady_inc
Aug 24, 2007 at 10:50 PM
How do i do it???
narangz
narangz #4
Aug 24, 2007 at 11:13 PM
mmc doesnt have write protection, afaik. it might be password protected using some app or password protection. if you can find a camera which supports mmc & format it or use a card reader which formats protected cards. can u format it in the phone? also remove the card properly from the phone after it closes all the apps and displays that you can remove the card.

Q3:My memory card is LOCKED, what should i do?
1.Search for the file MMC store at C: using any file manager such as Sele Q, Fileman, etc. Change the file to .txt and the password for your MMC is there. (*Don't format your or you'll lose the file)
2.Reformat your MMC using Nokia 9210 or 6680. (*Data will lose for reformatting the card)
3.Reformat your MMC using certain memory card reader which can read locked MMC.
4.Just cover the last pin that is close to the cut edge of the card with some clear tape. (Not tested by anyone but it worth a try)
Code:
*www.symbian-freak.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6320
shady_inc
Aug 24, 2007 at 11:22 PM
The MMC is not password protected.I formatted it a dozen times already from my fone.But just after formatting if I put the card back in,it comes up with the same error.
Gigacore
Aug 25, 2007 at 6:23 AM
so time to get a new one :D
sam_1710
Aug 25, 2007 at 12:01 PM
Just cover the last pin that is close to the cut edge of the card with some clear tape. (Not tested by anyone but it worth a try)
I do this always!! .. Try it it works flawlessly!! :))
shady_inc
Aug 25, 2007 at 10:37 PM
sam_1710 said:
I do this always!! .. Try it it works flawlessly!! :))

Which cell do u use??Were u facing the same problem before doing it??Is it safe to do so??
shady_inc
Aug 29, 2007 at 9:42 PM
@ narangz: thnx for the info buddy.The tape trick worked!!!!

You and all others deserve credit for helping me out.;)
shady_inc
shady_inc #10
Oct 31, 2007 at 10:47 PM
The problem has resurfaced.Now even with the tape on,it's showing the same error.Any help??
sam_1710
sam_1710 #11
Oct 31, 2007 at 10:52 PM
nah.. dat shouldn't happen.. make sure dat not even a small piece of the metal is exposed !!.. that oughtta do it!!
S
Oct 31, 2007 at 10:54 PM
Do one thing.
Go to My Computer.Right click on your memory card.Navigate to Properties>Hardware.Select your Memory card from the list.Click on Properties>Policies>Optimize for Quick Removal..Save the settings.It worked for me.;-)