Product ID: FCREADHCU3
The FCREADHCU3 USB 3.0 Card Reader enables easy read/write access to a variety of popular flash memory card formats/types (CompactFlash®, Secure Digital®, Memory Stick®) in a single unit, over a high speed USB 3.0 connection.
Using a connection over USB 3.0, which is up to 10 times faster than the USB 2.0 standard, makes transferring large data files much quicker; it (USB 3.0) is still backward compatible with USB 2.0 however, ensuring compatibility with older systems.
This compact and lightweight external card reader offers a portable, convenient solution for accessing many different types of Flash Memory/Media cards and is easy to use, with no driver or software installation required.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
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Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | USB Type-B (9 pin) USB 3.0 |
1 - External Ports | CompactFlash (50 pin) Slot | |
SD / MMC Slot | ||
Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro Slot | ||
MiniSD / MicroSD / MMC Slot | ||
Environmental | Operating Temperature | -40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) |
Storage Temperature | -65°C to 150°C (-85°F to 302°F) | |
Humidity | 5% ~ 90% RH | |
Hardware | Interface | USB 3.0 |
Chipset ID | Genesys Logic - GL3220 | |
Indicators | 1 - LED Indicators | Power |
Packaging Information | Package Height | 1,3 in [32,0 mm] |
Package Length | 6,8 in [17,3 cm] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 6,0 oz [169,0 g] | |
Package Width | 5,6 in [14,3 cm] | |
Package Quantity | 1 | |
Performance | Memory Media Type | MSXC (Memory Stick eXtended Capacity) |
RS-MMC (Reduced Size Multimedia Card) | ||
MS/MS Pro (Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro) | ||
MS MG (Memory Stick w/ MagicGate) | ||
M2 (Memory Stick Micro) | ||
SD/MMC (Secure Digital/Multimedia Card) | ||
microSDHC (Micro Secure Digital High Capacity) | ||
SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) | ||
SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity) | ||
CF (Compact Flash I Card) | ||
MS Duo, MS Pro Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo | ||
Mini-SD, Micro-SD (Mini/Micro Secure Digital) | ||
Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 1,9 oz [54,0 g] |
Color | Black | |
Material | Plastic | |
Product Length | 3,3 in [85,0 mm] | |
Product Width | 2,2 in [55,0 mm] | |
Product Height | 0,8 in [20,0 mm] | |
Power | Power Source | USB-Powered |
Input Voltage | 100 - 240 AC | |
Input Current | 0.8 A | |
Output Voltage | 5 DC | |
Output Current | 4 A | |
Power Consumption (In Watts) | 20 | |
Software | OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required |
Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | Available USB port |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | USB 3.0 Card Reader |
USB 3.0 Cable | ||
Instruction Manual |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)If the USB device does not work after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 10 / 8
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
To confirm that Windows detects your USB device, complete the following:
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your USB device, complete the following:
You may need to refresh the System Information page after you plug in your device. To do so, press Command + R with the System Information page open.
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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