Flash card not being able to unlock it, since the pin to lock or unloc

[shimark]

Hi guys, i need help with my topram flash card, i use it for my digital camera, and unfortunately it was a little bent and the lock pin is now broken, and how do i unlock it ? i could access the files , and pics via my PC but it won't let me format it or use it again on my camera, it keeps saying "protected"
any clue?
thanx

 

[r_manic]

Back up your data first, then try bending the pin back into place. If you're able to and it's no longer marked as protected, congrats! I'd buy a new flash card in any case.