SIIG Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W User manual

Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W

Quick Installation Guide

04-0475A

Introducing the ExpressCard CF R/W

The Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W easily adds a high

speedCompactFlashcardreader/writertoExpressCard™

equipped systems.

Features and Benefits

• Support CF Type I/II, PIO 0-4, MDMA 0-2 and

UDMA 0-6 modes

• Compliant with ExpressCard standard

• PCIe based (not USB) reader takes advantage of

larger bus bandwidth for higher data throughput

• Suitable for laptop computers equipped with an

ExpressCard slot

• Supports Windows and Mac OS and works in both

34mm and 54mm ExpressCard slots

• Ideal for high-speed, high capacity UDMA CF

memorycards-transferslargefiles at blazing speeds

Note: Actual throughput may vary due to CF

memory card and computer configuration.

Serial # Sticker

For future product return or exchange, this serial # is

required. Please keep it for your reference.

System Requirements

• PC or Mac notebook computer with an available

ExpressCard slot

• Windows®2000/XP (32-/64-bit)/Server 2003

(32-/64-bit)/Vista (32-/64-bit)

• Mac OS X 10.5.x or later

PackageContents

•Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W

• Driver CD

• Quick installation guide

Layout

Figure 1. Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W

LED (Red)

The LED will be powered on when a memory card is

inserted and it will flash when the memory card is

accessed.

CF Slot

ExpressCard Connector

LED

Hardware Installation

GeneralinstructionsforinstallingtheHi-Speed ExpressCard

CF R/W are provided below. Since the design of

computers vary, refer to your system’s reference manual

for further information, if needed.

1. InsertyourmemorycardintotheHi-SpeedExpressCard

CF R/W,then insertthe Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W

into the ExpressCard slot of the computer with it's

ExpressCard Connector facing the slot. Push the

ExpressCard into the slot gently, yet firmly for a

solid connection.

Note: Some ExpressCard slots will click when the

ExpressCard is fully inserted into the slot.

2. If your system was powered off when you plugged

in the ExpressCard, turn it on and go to Driver

Installation on page 3. Otherwise, go directly to

Driver Installation on page 3.

Driver Installation

Insert the Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W and your CF

memory card into the computer and Windows will

automatically install it's built in driver for it. However,

high-speed CF memory cards, when used in conjuction

with the driver from the CD, may return better

performance. To install this driver, follow the directions

for your OS version in the order that they appear.

Note: The Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W along with

a memory card must be installed into the system

before you install the driver from the CD.

WindowsVista™

1. Insert a memory card into the Hi-Speed ExpressCard

CF R/W, then insert the adapter into the computer.

2. Insert the driver CD. Click Start.

3. In the Start Search box, type D:\setup.exe, press

Enter, click Continue. (Change D: to match your

CD-ROM drive letter)

4. Click Next, then click Install.

5. Click Finish to complete the installation.

Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003

1. Insert a memory card into the Hi-Speed ExpressCard

CF R/W, then insert the adapter into the computer.

2. Insert the driver CD. Click Start, Run.

3. Type D:\setup.exe, click OK. (Change D: to match

your CD-ROM drive letter)

4. Click Next, then click Install.

5. Click Finish thenrestart to completethe installation.

To Verify Windows Installation

1. Check in Device Manager for proper installation

For Windows Vista: Right click Computer, click

Manage, click Continue.

For Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003: Right click My

Computer, click Manage.

2. Click Device Manager:

For Windows 2000/Vista: Double click Memory

technology driver.

For Windows XP/Server 2003: Double click PCMCIA

and Flash memory devices.

3. ExpressCard CF Adapter should be listed.

Mac OS X

Mac OS X will automatically detect and install the correct

driver for the Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W. No driver

installation is needed.

Inserting CF Memory Card

CompactFlash memory cards are keyed for proper

insertion into the card reader with minimum

pressure. Make sure the CompactFlash label is facing up

when inserted.

Accessing CF Memory Card

For Windows

When the reader/writer is successfully installed, a

Removable Disk icon will appear in My Computer

(Computer forVista). To access the memory card,double

click the disk icon.

For Mac OS

When a CF memory card is inserted, a disk icon will

appear on the Mac desktop. To access the memory card,

double click the disk icon.

Removing CF Memory Card

For Windows

CF memory cards can be removed at any time. However,

make sure that the LED does not blinkfor several seconds

before removing it.

For Mac OS

Drag the disk icon into the Trashcan. Wait for the icon to

disappear from the desktop, then remove the memory

card from the reader writer.

Ejecting the ExpressCard

Not following the steps below could lead to system

crashes, data corruption or data loss.

For Windows 2000

1. Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon located

in the taskbar by the system clock.

2. Click Stop JMCR CF SCSI Disk Device...

3. At the Safe To Remove Hardware box, click OK.

The Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W can be ejected.

For Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista

1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon located

in the taskbar by the system clock.

2. ClickSafelyRemoveJMCRCFSCSIDiskDevice....

3. When Safe to Remove Hardware box pops up, the

Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W can be ejected.

For Mac OS X

1. Drag the disk icon into the Trashcan. Wait for the

icon to disappear from the desktop.

2. The Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W can be ejected.

Technical Support and Warranty

QUESTIONS? SIIG’sOnline Support hasanswers! Simplyvisit our

web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support

database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers

toyourquestionscould be just a few clicks away. You can also submit

questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly

respond.

SIIGoffers a 5-year manufacturer warrantywith this product. Please

see our web site for more warranty details. If you encounter any

problems with this product, please follow the procedures below.

A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the

product to the store where you purchased from.

B) Ifyourpurchase has passed the store's return policy period, please

follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.

Step 1: Submit your RMA request.

Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a

request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be

defective, an RMA number will be issued.

Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.

•Properly pack the product for shipping. All software, cable(s)

and any other accessories that came with the original package

must be included.

•Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned

package. SIIG will refuse to accept any shipping package, and

will not be responsible for a product returned without an

RMA number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.

•You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product

to the following address:

SIIG, Inc.

6078 Stewart Avenue

Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA

RMA #:

•SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground

in the U.S. and International Economy outside of the U.S. at

no cost to the customer.

Hi-Speed ExpressCard CF R/W is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered

trademarksofSIIG,Inc. Microsoft,WindowsandWindowsVistaareeitherregisteredtrademarksor

trademarksofMicrosoftCorporationinthe UnitedStatesand/orother countries. MacandMacOS are

registeredtrademarksofAppleComputer,Inc. Othernamesusedinthispublicationareforidentification

onlyand may betrademarks of theirrespective companies.

About SIIG, Inc.

Foundedin1985,SIIG,Inc.isaleadingcomputerupgrademanufacturer

of I/O connectivity products, including PCIe, PCI & ISA serial and

parallel ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire

(1394a/b),networking,sound cards, and other accessories. SIIGisthe

premier one-stop source of upgrades.

SIIGproductsoffer comprehensive usermanuals,manyuser-friendly

features, and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty.

High-quality control standards are evident by the overall ease of

installation and compatibility of our products, as well as one of the

lowest defective return rates in the industry. SIIG products can be

found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs, through major

distributors, system integrators, and VARs in the Americas and the

UK, and through e-commerce sites.

PRODUCT NAME

Hi-SpeedExpressCardCFR/W

FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS

B OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

FCCCOMPLIANCESTATEMENT:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE

SIIG, Inc.

6078 Stewart Avenue

Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA

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