I changed the subject line as I inadvertently deleted the original message. Someone was asking about the difficulty in removing compact flash cards from the back slot on the bn.
These cards do fit tightly and can be difficult both to insert but especially remove. Your braillenote is fine, that's just the way these types of cards work. I've used an adaptor and placed them in the pcmcia slot as well, but I've finally gotten used to using the rear slot. After you have used it for a while, it does become easier to get cards in and out of the slot, but it is a tight fit. That is so the cards won't drop out of the slot when you're carrying the bn. The best way I've found to get a tight-fitting card out of the slot is to wiggle it slightly from side to side while gently pulling it out of the slot. You should not damage either the bn or the memory card by doing this. Don
