StarTech.com 525FCREAD Manual

5.25” Bay Multi-Port Panel with a 6-in-1

Flash Card Reader/Writer

525FCREAD

525FCREADBK Instruction Guide

The Professionals’ Source For Hard-to-Find Computer Parts

USB 22.0 FFLASH

CARD READER

* Actual product may vary from photo

* 525FCREADBK shown

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference

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 reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Using Your Multi Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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).

•ACD drive

•AUSB port

Contents

This package should contain:

•1x 6-in-1 card reader

•1x driver disk

Installation

This section will guide you through the installation of your multi panel 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

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 5.25” drive bay (see

your computer's user manual for details, if necessary).

3. Gently insert the panel into the open 5.25” bay (after threading the attached cables

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. Next you will plug in your cables. There are seven cables in all:

•3x 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

(slightly separate from the larger group of cables) is for the card reader.

•1x IEEE 1394a cable. This cable plugs into an open FireWire port on the back of

your computer.

•1x black/white S/PDIF cable. The two S/PDIF connectors plug into the audio pins

on your motherboard. On the S/PDIF cable, the black wire is Ground, and the

white wire is Signal. The location of the audio pins on your motherboard depends

on your motherboard manufacturer. Check with your motherboard documentation

before connecting the S/PDIF cable. (Some sound cards use different connectors for

S/PDIF. If you need to use the second audio connector, plug S/PDIF cable’s white

wire into Pin 4 and the black wire into Pin 6 on the second cable)

•1x green headphone cable. This cable plugs into the headphone port on the back of

your computer.

•1x pink microphone cable. This cable plugs into the pink microphone port on the

back of your computer.

5. Put your case’s cover back on and power on your computer.

6. 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.

Using Your Multi Panel

Connect your USB, FireWire, 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 there is data being transferred to or from the

card.

Inserting a Card

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.

USB 2.0

IEEE

1394a

S/PDIF

Coaxial

Out

S/PDIF

Optical

Fiber Out

Mic

Stereo

Out

Activity

LEDs

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.

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 “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.

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.

Troubleshooting

The card reader is not detected.

The reader has not been properly connected or is not receiving enough power. Make sure

that the reader’s USB cable is firmly seated in the USB port.

The card doesn’t fit in the reader.

Make sure you are installing the card in the proper slot and that the card is facing the

right direction. Check with the card manufacturer’s instructions.

Adrive 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 manufacturer of your digital media device (i.e., your MP3 player, digital

camera, etc.) to format the card using your digital media device.

No icon appears when a card is inserted into the reader (Mac OS X).

The card may have been formatted in Windows’ FAT-32 format. Using a PC or digital

device, re-format the card using the OS X-compatible FAT or FAT-16 format.

Technical Specifications

Front Ports 2 x USB 2.0

1 x IEEE 1394a

1 x Coaxial S/PDIF

1 x TosLink optical fiber

2 x 3.5mm stereo jack

Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0 devices: Up to 480 Mbits/sec

USB 1.1 devices: Up to 12 Mbits/sec

IEEE 1394a devices: 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 Indicators 4 x Activity (blue)

Power DC 5V (from USB)

Dimensions (LxWxH) 2.5 x 5.8 x 1.7 in. (65 x 147 x 42mm)

Operating Temperature 32~158ºF (0~70ºC)

Storage Temperature -40~158ºF (-40~70ºC)

System Requirements An available 5.25” bay

98SE/2000/ME/XP or Mac OS X

Technical Support

The following technical resources are available for this StarTech.com product:

On-line help:

We are constantly adding new information to the Tech Support section of our web site. To

access this page, click the Tech Support link on our homepage, www.startech.com. In the

tech support section there are a number of options that can provide assistance with this

product.

Knowledge Base - This tool allows you to search for answers to common issues using

key words that describe the product and your issue.

FAQ - This tool provides quick answers to the top questions asked by our customers.

Downloads - This selection takes you to our driver download page where you can

find the latest drivers for this product.

Call StarTech.com tech support for help:

USA/Canada: 1-519-455-4931

UK/Ireland/Europe: 00-800-7827-8324

Support hours: Monday to Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM EST (except holidays)

Warranty Information

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 purchase. During this period, the products may be

returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The

warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products

from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and

tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their

officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,

special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,

or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual

price paid for the product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement

may not apply to you.

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