StarTech.com 525FCREADAL Manual

Aluminum 5.25” Bay 7-in-1

Flash Card Reader/Writer

525FCREADAL Instruction Guide

The Professionals’ Source For Hard-to-Find Computer Parts

USB

2.0

FLASH

C A R D R E A D E R

* Actual product may vary from photo

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference

to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not

occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Using Your Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com aluminum 5.25” card reader/writer. This

multi-purpose panel fits into an open 5.25” bay and provides you with a 7-in-1 card

reader and two USB 2.0 ports, all conveniently located on the front of your computer.

The 7-in-1 reader/writer works with CompactFlash memory cards, IBM-Microdrives,

SmartMedia memory cards, Memory Stick cards, Memory Stick Pro cards, SecureDigital

memory cards, and Multi-Media cards. The card reader/writer plugs into any USB port

and makes it easy to transfer files, images, and music between your computer and your

MP3 player, digital camera, cell phone, PDA or any other flash media device.

Features

•Supports seven different types of flash cards: CompactFlash memory cards, IBM-

Microdrives, SmartMedia memory cards, Memory Stick cards, Memory Stick Pro

cards, SecureDigital memory cards, and Multi-Media cards

•Conveniently provides two front USB 2.0 ports

•Powered by the USB bus; no external power source is needed

•Supports drag and drop between cards

•Reads and writes any files suited for PC or Mac computers

•Fits into any 5.25” drive bay

•Backed by StarTech.com’s one-year warranty

Before You Begin

To ensure a quick and easy installation, please read through this section carefully before

attempting to install the card reader/writer.

WARNING! Flash cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged by static

electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer case or

touching your card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-static strap when

installing any computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge

yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface

(such as the computer case) for several seconds.

System Requirements

•Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP with a Pentium-class (or compatible) processor, or Mac

OS 9.0 with a Power PC (or above).

•ACD-ROM drive

•An open USB port

Contents

This package should contain:

•1x 7-in-1 card reader/writer with 5.25” drive bracket

•1x motherboard connection cable

•1x 3 ft. USB 2.0 cable

•1x bag of screws

•1x rear bracket cover

•1x driver disk

Installation

This section will guide you through the installation of your card reader and the related

software. Please read through the instructions carefully and complete each step in the

order listed.

Depending on your OS and the configuration of your system, the instructions below may

not be identical to what you see on your screen.

Installing the Panel

1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and you are grounded.

2. Remove the cover of your system and remove the cover from a 5.25” drive bay (see

your computer's user manual for details, if necessary).

3. Gently insert the card reader/writer into the open 5.25” bay (after threading the

attached USB cable into the computer) until it is flush with the front of the case.

Make sure the bracket is lined up with the screwholes in the case, and screw the card

reader/writer into place.

4. Thread the attached USB cable out the back of your computer and plug it into a USB

port. You can use the metal rear bracket cover to hold the cable inplace. Finally

screw the bracket cover into an open I/O bracket on the rear of your computer.

NOTE: If you want to use the front USB 2.0 ports on the card reader/writer, you will

need to use the motherboard connection cable. If you do not want to use the front ports,

you can skip ahead to Step 7.

5. Connect the single end of the connection cable to the pins on your card

reader/writer. The connectors are constructed so that it is difficult to connect the

cable incorrectly.

6. Connect the other end of the cable to your motherboard’s USB connectors. The pins

on the cable come in two groups of four wires. The connectors on the cable are:

7. Re-attach your case cover and power on your computer.

8. Your computer will display a message indicating that new hardware has been

detected.

Installing Your Drivers

Windows 98SE and 2000 users - Follow the onscreen prompts and direct Windows to

the appropriate folder on the driver disk. Windows will install the necessary drivers.

Follow any on-screen prompts to complete the installation.

Windows XP users - No driver installations required.

Mac OS 9.0 - Follow the on-screen prompts and direct your Mac OS to the appropriate

folder on the driver disk. Click on “Installer” to set up the driver. Follow any on-

screen prompts to complete the installation.

Using Your Card Reader

The LEDs on the panel are your best indication of the card reader’s activity.

• A flashing LED indicates that there is data being transferred to or from the

card.

• The solid LED indicates that the card reader is powered on.

Inserting a Card

1. Turn on your computer.

2. Insert your memory card into the proper slot on the card reader.

3. Mac users: A new icon will appear on your desktop.

Windows users: A new icon will appear in “My Computer.”

4. The card can now be accessed as an extra disk.

Connector Color

Data + Green

GND Black

Data - White

VCC Red

Note: The location and layout of your

motherboard’s USB connectors depends on your

motherboard manufacturer. Improper connection

of wires to the motherboard can result in damage

to the motherboard and/or your card reader.

Make sure you consult your motherboard

manufacturer if you are unsure of the pinout of

your motherboard.

Removing a Card

1. Make sure that none of the LEDs on the front of the card reader are flashing. If you

remove the card when the LEDs are flashing, data may be lost from your card.

2. Mac users should drag the memory card icon to the Trash bin.

Windows users should right-click on the drive icon and choose to eject the card.

3. Physically remove the card from the reader.

Uninstalling Your Card Reader

Use this procedure to uninstall the card reader/writer.

Windows users

1. Make sure there is no card reader connected to the USB port.

2. Click on the “Uninstaller” icon in the taskbar.

3. Click on “USB Storage Device - Change/Remove.”

4. Remove all installed components and click Next.

5. Choose “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” to restart your computer and click

Finish.

Mac users

1. If there is a memory card connected to the card reader, drag the memory card icon

into the Trash. Wait until the icon has disappeared.

2. Disconnect the card reader.

Troubleshooting

The card reader is not detected.

The reader has not been properly connected or is not receiving enough power. Make

sure that the reader’s USB cable is firmly seated in the USB port.

The card does not fit in the reader.

Make sure you are installing the card in the proper slot and that the card is facing the

right direction. Check with the card manufacturer’s instructions.

Adrive letter is shown for the card, but it can not be accessed.

The card has not been formatted or is formatted incorrectly. Follow the instructions

provided by the manufacturer of your digital media device (i.e., your MP3 player,

digital camera, etc.) to format the card using your digital media device.

No icon appears when a card is inserted into the reader (Mac OS X).

The card may have been formatted in Windows’ FAT-32 format. Using a PC or digital

device, re-format the card using the OS X-compatible FAT or FAT-16 format.

Front Ports 2 x 4 pin USB (Type A)

7-in-1 Flash Card Reader/Writer Slots

Standards USB 2.0

Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0 devices: Up to 480Mbits/sec

USB 1.1 devices: Up to 12Mbits/sec

Flash Cards 700Kbits/sec to 480Mbits/sec

Flash Card Compact Flash I & II Card

Compatibility IBM Micro Drive

Smart Media Card

Secure Digital Card

Multi-Media Card

Memory Stick

MS Pro Card

LED Indicators 4 x Activity

Enclosure Color Aluminum

Dimensions (LxWxH) 5.8 x 1.6 x 3.1 in. (147 x 42 x 80mm)

Weight 1.29lbs (0.6kgs)

System Requirements An available 5.25” bay

98SE/2000/ME/XP or Mac OS 9.0 and up

(OS X for USB 2.0 speeds)

Technical Specifications

Technical Support

The following technical resources are available for this StarTech.com product:

On-line help:

We are constantly adding new information to the Tech Support section of our web site. To

access this page, click the Tech Support link on our homepage, www.startech.com. In the

tech support section there are a number of options that can provide assistance with this

product.

Knowledge Base - This tool allows you to search for answers to common issues using

key words that describe the product and your issue.

FAQ - This tool provides quick answers to the top questions asked by our customers.

Downloads - This selection takes you to our driver download page where you can

find the latest drivers for this product.

Call StarTech.com tech support for help:

USA/Canada: 1-800-265-1844

UK/Ireland/Europe: 00-800-7827-8324

Support hours: Monday to Friday 8:30AM to 6:00PM EST (except holidays)

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a one-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its

products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted,

following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be

returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The

warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products

from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and

tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their

officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,

special, punitive incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,

or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual

price paid for the product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement

may not apply to you.

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