ISCardTypeConv::CreateSafeArray method
[The CreateSafeArray method is available for use in the operating systems specified in the Requirements section. It is not available for use in Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 1 (SP1) and later, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, and subsequent versions of the operating system. The Smart Card Modules provide similar functionality.]
The CreateSafeArray method creates an Automation SAFEARRAY of unsigned characters (bytes).
Syntax
HRESULT CreateSafeArray(
[in] UINT nAllocSize,
[out] LPSAFEARRAY *ppArray
);
Parameters
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nAllocSize [in]
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Size in bytes of the memory to be allocated for the array.
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ppArray [out]
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Pointer to the SAFEARRAY object to be returned.
Return value
The method returns one of the following possible values:
| Return code | Description |
|---|---|
|
Memory allocated successfully. |
|
There is something wrong with one or more of the parameters passed into the function. |
|
Not enough free memory to satisfy request. |
Remarks
To create a typical C/C++ byte array, call CreateByteArray.
To create a universal buffer of bytes mapped into an IStream (IByteBuffer) object, call CreateByteBuffer.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum supported client |
Windows XP [desktop apps only] |
| Minimum supported server |
Windows Server 2003 [desktop apps only] |
| End of client support |
Windows XP |
| End of server support |
Windows Server 2003 |
| Header |
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| Type library |
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| DLL |
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| IID |
IID_ISCardTypeConv is defined as 53B6AA63-3F56-11D0-916B-00AA00C18068 |
See also