StarTech.com 35FCREADBK User manual

USB 2.0 Multi-Card Reader/Writer
35FCREADBK Instruction Manual
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3.5” Bay Multi-Card Flash Card Reader/Writer

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installing the Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Using Your Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Inserting a Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Removing a Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Removing the Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Windows Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Mac Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 3.5” bay Flash card reader. This panel fits into an open
3.5” bay and supports the most popular media cards, including CompactFlash memory cards, IBM-
Microdrives, SmartMedia memory cards, MS Pro cards, Memory Stick cards, SecureDigital memory
cards, and Multi-Media cards. The card reader plugs into any USB port, making 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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•Powered by the USB bus, no external power source is needed
Features
System Requirements:
•Windows 98SE (or higher) with a Pentium-class (or compatible) processor, or Mac
OS X with a Power PC (or above).
Package contents:
•1 x Multi-card card reader/writer
This package should contain:
•Supports drag and drop between cards
•Reads and writes any files suited for PC or Mac computers
•Fits into any 3.5” drive bay
•Supports the following
media types:
Micro Drive
Smart Media Card
Secure Digital Card
Secure Digital High Capacity Card
Multi Media Card
Reduced Sized Multi Media Card
(adapter required)
Memory Stick
Memory Stick (with memory select function)
Memory Stick (Magic Gate/HS data transfer compatible)
Memory Stick (Magic Gate/High Speed data transfer
compatible with memory select function)
Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
Memory Stick Duo (Magic Gate/High Speed data transfer
compatible - adapter required)
Memory Stick Pro
Memory Stick Pro Duo (Adapter required)
Magic Gate Memory Stick
Magic Gate Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
Memory Stick ROM
•An open USB port
•1 x Expansion slot mounting bracket
•1 x Screw kit
•1 x Beige Bezel

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Note : The instructions below outline how to install the card reader into a 3.5” drive bay.
Alternatively, you can use your card reader externally by plugging the USB cable into an open
USB port.
Note : 35FCREADBK includes an optional beige bezel, that can be used in place of the
pre-installed black bezel, depending on the color of your computer case. To exchange the
bezel, use a slot-headed screw driver to release the plastic clips on the sides and bottom of
the unit (five in total), and align the beige bezel in its place. Ensure that the clips are secure
before proceeding.
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 3.5” drive bay (see your computer
user manual for details, if necessary).
3. Gently insert the panel into the open 3.5” 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 panel 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 in place. Just screw the bracket cover into an
open I/O bracket on the rear of your computer.
5. Fasten the power connector (marked VCC1, USB1- , and USB1+) to the appropriate port on the
motherboard. Please note that this connection provides power to the card reader for the USB port
located on the front panel. As such, please note that the USB port will not function without
this connection being made.
6. Replace the computer case cover, and power on the computer.
7. Your computer will display a message saying new hardware has been found. 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.
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 R/W LED indicates that there is data being transferred to or from the card.
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
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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.
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Use this procedure to permanently uninstall the card reader.
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.
Windows Users
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.
Inserting a Card

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Standards USB 2.0
Data Transfer Rate Flash Cards: 700 Kbits/sec to 480 Mbps
Compatibility:
Micro Drive
Smart Media Card
Secure Digital Card
Secure Digital High Capacity Card
Multi Media Card
Reduced Sized Multi Media Card
(adapter required)
Memory Stick
Memory Stick (with memory select function)
Memory Stick (Magic Gate/HS data transfer compatible)
Memory Stick (Magic Gate/High Speed data transfer
compatible with memory select function)
Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
Memory Stick Duo (Magic Gate/High Speed data transfer
compatible - adapter required)
Memory Stick Pro
Memory Stick Pro Duo (Adapter required)
Magic Gate Memory Stick
Magic Gate Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
Memory Stick ROM
LED Indicators Power, Activity
System
Requirements
An available 3.5” bay
98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista or Mac OS X
Connections 1 x USB type ‘A’ female
1 x USB motherboard header connector
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