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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 5.25” bay multi-panel. This multi-purpose
panel fits into an open 5.25” bay and provides you with a 6-in-1 card reader, two USB 2.0
ports, an IEEE 1394a port, two S/PDIF ports, and two audio ports, all conveniently
located on the front of your computer. The 6-in-1 reader works with CompactFlash
memory cards, IBM-Microdrives, SmartMedia memory cards, Memory Stick cards,
SecureDigital memory cards, and Multi-Media cards. The 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.

Features

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

Microdrives, SmartMedia memory cards, Memory Stick cards, SecureDigital memory 
cards, and Multi-Media cards

• Provides convenient front USB 2.0, IEEE 1394a, S/PDIF, and audio jacks 

• Uses four blue LEDs to keep you informed of card reader activity

• 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 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). 

• A CD drive

• A USB port

Summary of Contents for 525FCREAD

Page 1: ...nel with a 6 in 1 Flash Card Reader Writer 525FCREAD 525FCREADBK Instruction Guide The Professionals Source For Hard to Find Computer Parts USB 2 2 0 F FLASH CARD READER Actual product may vary from p...

Page 2: ...rence 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 recep...

Page 3: ...1 Table of Contents Introduction 2 Installation 3 Using Your Multi Panel 4 Troubleshooting 6 Technical Specifications 7 Technical Support 8 Warranty Information 8...

Page 4: ...Media cards Provides convenient front USB 2 0 IEEE 1394a S PDIF and audio jacks Uses four blue LEDs to keep you informed of card reader activity Powered by the USB bus no external power source is need...

Page 5: ...in your cables There are seven cables in all 3 x USB 2 0 cables These cables plug into open USB ports on the back of your computer Two of the USB cables are for the front USB ports The third cable sli...

Page 6: ...re and audio devices to the front ports as directed by the device manufacturer The blue LEDs on the panel are your best indication of the card reader s activity A flashing Access LED indicates that th...

Page 7: ...e the card from the reader Removing the Card Reader Use this procedure to uninstall the card reader Windows users 1 Make sure there is no card reader connected to the USB port 2 Click on the Uninstall...

Page 8: ...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 m...

Page 9: ...ces Up to 400 Mbits sec Flash Cards 700 Kbits sec to 480 Mbits sec Compatibility Compact Flash I II Card IBM Micro Drive Smart Media Card Secure Digital Card Multi Media Card Memory Stick LED Indicato...

Page 10: ...nformation 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...

Page 11: ...Revised October 31 2003...

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