ExpressCard™CompactFlash® Reader Quick Start Guide (For UDMA CompactFlash® and Standard CF Memory Cards)
The Lexar® Professional ExpressCard™ CompactFlash® Reader helps you save time and improve workflow by providing high-speed downloads from UDMA Compactflash (UDMA CF) and CompactFlash (CF) cards to your computer. This allows you to quickly and easily manage, view, and sort your digital images.
This Quick Start Guide explains how to set up, connect, and use the Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Reader. Reader Package Contents • Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Reader Connection • ExpressCard slot (34mm and 54mm) with direct PCIe bus interface Operating System Requirements • Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/7 • Mac OS® X 10.
A Quick Look at the Reader PCIe bus connector (works with 54mm or 34mm ExpressCard slot) LED activity light Extra-deep card slot
To Begin, Download and Install Driver To download the driver: - Go online to http://www.lexar.com/drivers/index.
- If the driver is successfully installed, the system will reboot - Once the system reboots itself, a new icon will appear on your desktop, which indicates the ExpressCard reader folder Connecting the Reader Insert your UDMA CF or CF card into the enclosure first and carefully Insert the Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Reader into the ExpressCard 34mm or 54mm slot of your laptop (usually located on the side) until you hear a “click,” which will indicate the reader is securely connected.
To Remove Cards: To remove the inserted card, eject the card in the same manner you would eject a disk drive from your computer. After the blue LED activity light stops blinking, it is safe to remove the card. WARNING: Do not remove the card from the reader when the LED activity light is on or blinking or you may lose data or damage the card. You should follow the steps listed above to safely eject the card from the reader.
LED Activity Light The LED activity light was specifically designed to safeguard the files stored on your memory card, preventing interrupted file transfer, and reducing the risk of data loss or card damage. The light acts as a status indicator to help ensure proper use of the reader. LED Indicators: LED off: The reader is plugged into the computer but does not have a card inserted. LED blinks continuously: The reader is transferring data between the memory card and computer.
Lexar Customer Support Options FAQ: Please visit the FAQ section at www.lexar.com/support to find answers to commonly asked questions. Live Support: Click on the “Click to Chat Live” link at www.lexar.com/support/index.html to start a live chat 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Email: E-Mail us at support@lexar.com with your contact information, product details, and a description of your problem. Phone: Phone support is available during regular business hours, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday.
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