StarTech.com 525FCREADAL, Instruction Manual

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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).
• A CD-ROM drive
• An open USB port