StarTech.com 525FCREADREM User manual

USB 2.0 Card Reader

525FCREADREM Instruction Manual

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5.25” Multi-Card Reader/Writer

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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.

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protected names and/or symbols of third-party companies not related in any way to

StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and

do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an

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question. Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this

document, StarTech.com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks, registered

trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this

manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders.

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

Installing the Multi-Card Reader/Writer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Using Your Multi-Card Reader/Writer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Inserting a Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Removing a Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Using the Card Reader with the bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Using the Card Reader without the bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Permanently removing the Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

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

Accessory Products from StarTech.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Instruction Manual

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Thank you for purchasing a 5.25” bay multi-card reader. This multi-purpose panel fits into

an open 5.25” bay and provides you with an ejectable multi-card reader (see Features

section for detailed compatibility list), as well as external USB, Firewire, SATA and Audio

ports.

The ejectable card reader plugs into any USB port and uses no external power source,

letting you transport your cards between computers and laptops safely and easily. The

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

your MP3 player, digital camera, cell phone or PDA.

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• This card reader supports:

CF Slot: CF I, II, CF Ultra (high speed), IBM MicroDrive, Magicstor MD.

SD Slot: Secure Digital Card, SD Ultra (high speed), Mini SD (adapter needed),

MMC, MMC 2.0, MMC 4.0, RS-MMC, T-flash adapter needed.

SM Slot: Smart Media Card, SM-ROM.

MS Slot: Memory Stick, Magic Gate, MS Pro, MS Ultra II, MS Select, MS Duo,

MS Pro Duo, Magic Gate Duo, MS Duo Magic Gate (These six require an

adapter)

• Allows easy card transport with ejectable card reader

• Powered by USB bus, no external power source is needed

• Hot Swappable

• Supports drag and drop between cards

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

• Fits into any 5.25” drive bay

• Provides USB 2.0, Firewire and SATA ports

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

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

attempting to install the multi-panel.

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 (or higher) with a Pentium class (or compatible) processor, or MAC

OS X with a Power PC (or above)

• An open USB port

• A CD drive

Contents

This package should contain:

• USB 2.0 Multi-Card Reader/Writer

• Installation Driver CD

• Bracket

• Screw kit

• Black Front Panel

• USB Cable

• Firewire Cable

• SATA Cable

• Audio I/O cable

• Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

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This section will guide you through the installation of your Multi-Card Reader/Writer, 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 Multi-Card Reader/Writer

1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and that 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. If you wish to use the external ports on the front of the multi-panel, attach the white

end of each cable to the multi-panel as follows:

4. Thread the other ends of each cable through the open 5.25” drive bay you will be

using to install the multi-panel. Gently insert the panel into the open bay, 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 panel into place.

5. Connect the SATA cable to the motherboard (see your computer’s user manual for

details if necessary). Thread the remainder of the cables through the back of the

computer using the included metal bracket cover to hold the cables in place.

6. Connect the cables to the corresponding ports at the back of your computer.

7. Once all of the cables have been securely connected to their respective ports, put your

case’s cover back on and power on your computer.

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

found. Windows 98SE and 2000 users, please 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.

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Firewire CON4

USB 2.0 CON5

SATA CON6

Audio CON7

(Note:

If you do not want to use the front ports, you can skip ahead

to step 7)

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

Power LED indicates that the card reader is powered. A flashing Access LED indicates

that there is data being transferred to or from the card.

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.

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.

Using the Reader with the Bracket:

To insert the reader into the bracket, slide the reader into the bracket until it clicks into

place. Press the button on the front of the bracket to release the ejectable card reader.

Using the Reader without the Bracket:

You can plug the ejectable card reader directly into your computer’s USB port or into a

USB hub.

1. With your PC turned off, plug the card reader into a free USB port. Turn on your

computer.

2. A message will be displayed saying that new hardware has been found. Windows will

automatically install the necessary drivers.

3. When the installation is complete, there will be four new “Removable Disk” icons visible

in My Computer.

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Removing the Card Reader:

Use this procedure to permanently uninstall the card reader:

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 to restart your computer and click Finish.

Mac Users:

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

Trash. Wait until the icon has disappeared.

2. Disconnect the card reader.

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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. If you are connecting

the card reader to a hub, make sure that it is a powered hub.

The card doesn’t 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.

A drive letter is shown for the card, but it can’t 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

camer, 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.

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Technical Specifications

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USB Ports 1 x 4 pin USB (Type A)

Standards USB 2.0

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

USB 1.1 devices: Up to 12 Mbits/sec

Flash Cards: 700 Kbits/sec to 480 Mbits/Sec

SATA devices: 150 Mbits/sec

Firewire devices: 400 Mbits/sec

Compatibility CF Slot: CF I, II, CF Ultra (high speed), IBM MicroDrive,

Magicstor MD.

SD Slot: Secure Digital Card, SD Ultra (high speed), Mini SD

(adapter needed), MMC, MMC 2.0, MMC 4.0, RS-MMC, T-flash

adapter needed.

SM Slot: Smart Media Card, SM-ROM.

MS Slot: Memory Stick, Magic Gate, MS Pro, MS Ultra II, MS

Select, MS Duo, MS Pro Duo, Magic Gate Duo, MS Duo Magic

Gate (These six require an adapter)

LED Indicators Power & Activity

System

Requirements

An available 5.25” bay, Windows 98SE or higher, or Mac OS X

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