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[stevev]

This question about the Z6ii, but it could apply to any Nikon with dual card slots, and especially those with different types of cards.  Can you use the SD card to update camera and / or lens firmware, or must you use the XQD / CFexpress card?

[g4aaw pete]

Mr Nikon says:

 

Insert the memory card into the slot currently selected as the primary slot on the camera and turn the camera on.

 

Refer to page 257 of the reference manual.

[Merco_61]

I just want to add that if there is only one card in the camera, the occupied slot automatically becomes the primary.

[stevev]

Thank you both.

[fallout666]

any of cards for it. not sure if can do plugged in. i have Z6 if around more i can help since i have Z6

[Johnb]

Like Merco says, I usually remove the XQD card then just use the SD card in the card reader and camera. I always reformat the SD card before using it to make sure it is completely empty.  Replace XQD card once update has completed. 

 

Also, when updating firmware, make sure your camera battery is min 80% full, else the update wont happen. I spent 1/2 a day trying to update before finding out that the camera wont do this on a low battery.