Patent ID: 7306160

Claim:
A non-volatile memory, comprising: an adapter having an input interface of a first type and an output interface of a second type; and a removable memory card capable of being inserted into an engaging position with respect to the adapter, said removable memory card comprising molding material and a non-volatile storage component, said molding material having a first surface including electrical contacts, a second surface opposite said first surface, and an outer edge extending between the first and second surfaces, said removable non-volatile memory card further including a passive electrical component, said molding material encapsulating said non-volatile storage component and said passive electrical component, said molding material having a first portion adjacent the outer edge and raised relative to a second, adjacent portion, the first and second portions defining a third portion extending between the first and second portions, the third portion capable of receiving a force other than friction to remove the memory card from the engaging position with respect to the adapter, and said raised first portion providing additional space inside said molding material, said passive electrical element is positioned inside said first portion.