SIIG ExpressCard/54 CF R/W User manual

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ExpressCard/54 CF R/W
Quick Installation Guide
04-0470A
FeaturesandBenefits
• Support CF Type I , CF Type II, MicroDrive, PIO
mode 0-6, and UDMA mode 0-4 (CF 3.0)
• Compliant with ExpressCard™ standard
• Suitable for desktop or laptop equipped with
ExpressCard™ /54 slot
• Extreme high speed: Transfer files up to
33MB/sec.
Note: Actual throughput may vary based on the
computer configuration.
Serial # Sticker
For future product return or exchange, this serial # is
required. Please keep it for your reference.

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SystemRequirements
• Notebook or desktop computer with an available
ExpressCard slot
• Windows®2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista
PackageContents
•ExpressCard/54 CF R/W
• Thisquickinstallationguide
Layout
Figure 1. ExpressCard/54 CF R/W

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Installation
HardwareInstallation
General instructions for installing the ExpressCard/54
CFR/Wareprovidedbelow. Sincethedesignofcomputers
vary, refer to your system’s reference manual for further
information, if needed.
1. Insert the ExpressCard/54 CF R/W into the
ExpressCardslotofthecomputerwithit'sExpress
CardConnectorfacingtheslot. Pushthecardinto
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. Ifyoursystemwaspoweredoffwhenyouplugged
in the ExpressCard, turn it on and go to Driver
Installation on page 3. Otherwise, go directly to
Driver Installation on page 3.
DriverInstallation
Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003 and Vista automatically
detects and installs the correct driver for the
ExpressCard/54 CF R/W. No driver installation is needed.

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VerifyWindowsInstallation
1. CheckDevice Manager toverifysuccessfuldriver
installation.
For2000/XP/Server2003: RightclickMyComputer,
clickManage
For Windows Vista™:Right click Computer,
click Manage, click Continue.
2. Click Device Manager.
3. Click on the +(plus sign) in front of Disk Drives,
GenericSTORAGE DEVICEUSBDeviceshould
be displayed.
Inserting Memory Card
CompactFlash memory cards are keyed for proper easy
insertion into the card reader with minimum
pressure. Make sure the CompactFlash label is facing up
when inserted.
Note: In some systems, CompactFlash memory card
will not go in properly when the ExpressCard/54 CF
R/W is inserted. In this case, the ExpressCard/54 CF
R/W must be remove from the ExpressCard slot
before inserting the CompactFlash memory card.

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Removing Memory Cards
Memory cards can be removed at any time. Gently pull
the memory card from the ExpressCard/54 CF R/W.
Accessing Memory Cards
When the reader/writer is successfully installed, a
Removable Disk icon will appear in My Computer. To
access the memory card, double click the disk icon.
Removing the ExpressCard
Before ejecting the ExpressCard/54 CF R/W from the
ExpressCard slot, first use the SafelyRemoveHardware
utilitytostopit. Notfollowingthestepsbelowcouldlead
tosystemcrashes,datacorruptionordataloss. Followthe
steps below for your version of Windows.
ForWindows2000
1. Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon located
in the taskbar by the system clock.
2. Click Stop USB Mass StorageDevice.....
3. At the Safe To Remove Hardware box, click
OK. The ExpressCard/54 CF R/W can be ejected.
3. When Safe to Remove Hardware box pops up,
the ExpressCard/54 CF R/W can be ejected.

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ForWindowsXP/Server2003/Vista
1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon located
in the taskbar by the system clock.
2. Click Safely remove USB Mass Storage
Device.....
3. When Safe to Remove Hardware box pops up,
the ExpressCard/54 CF R/W can be ejected.

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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’sOnlineSupporthasanswers! Simplyvisitourwebsiteat
www.siig.comandclickSupport. Ouronlinesupportdatabaseisupdateddaily
withnewdriversandsolutions. Answerstoyourquestions could be just a few
clicks away. You can also submit questions online and a technical support
analystswillpromptly respond.
SIIGoffersa5-yearmanufacturerwarrantywiththisproduct. Pleaseseeourweb
siteformorewarrantydetails. Ifyouencounteranyproblemswiththisproduct,
pleasefollowtheproceduresbelow.
If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
producttothestorewhereyoupurchasedfrom. Ifyourpurchasehaspassedthe
store'sreturnpolicyperiod,pleasefollowthesestepstohavetheproductrepaired
orreplaced.
Step1: SubmityourRMArequest.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective,anRMAnumberwillbeissued. SIIGRMAdepartmentcanalsobe
reached at [phone].
Step2: AfterobtaininganRMAnumber,shiptheproduct.
• Properlypacktheproductforshipping. Allaccessoriesthatcamewith
theoriginalpackagemustbeincluded.
• ClearlywriteyourRMAnumberonthetopofthereturnedpackage. SIIG
willrefusetoacceptanyshippingpackage,andwillnotberesponsible
foraproductreturnedwithoutanRMAnumberpostedontheoutsideof
theshippingcarton.
• You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product to the
followingaddress:
SIIG,Inc.
6078StewartAvenue
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
nocosttothecustomer.

About SIIG, Inc.
Foundedin1985,SIIG,Inc.isaleadingcomputerupgrademanufacturerofI/O
connectivityproducts,includingPCI&ISAserialandparallelports,USB,Serial
ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire (1394a/b), networking, sound cards,
andotheraccessories. SIIGisthepremierone-stopsourceofupgrades.
SIIGproductsoffercomprehensiveusermanuals,manyuser-friendlyfeatures,
andarebackedbyanextensivemanufacturerwarranty. High-qualitycontrol
standards are evident by the overall ease of installation and compatibility of
ourproducts,aswellasoneofthelowestdefectivereturnratesintheindustry.
SIIG products can be found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs,
throughmajordistributors,systemintegrators,andVARsintheAmericasand
theUK,andthroughe-commercesites.
ExpressCard/54 CF R/W is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered
trademarksofSIIG,Inc. Microsoft,WindowsandWindowsVistaareregisteredtrademarks
of Microsoft Corporation. Other names used in this publication are for identification only
and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
October, 2007 Copyright © 2007 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
PRODUCTNAME
ExpressCard/54 CF R/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