SanDisk SDDR-88-A15 8-in-1 USB 2.0 Hi-speed Reader (Retail Package)

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• Product Dimensions: 7 x 3.2 x 7.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000AKVHF
• Item model number: SDDR-88-A15
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (66 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 12, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

What is the ImageMate 8 in 1 Card Reader/Writer?
The ImageMate 8 in 1 Card Reader/Writer is a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Multi-card Reader/Writer that connects to your computer's USB 2.0 port. USB 2.0 provides superior performance to transfer pictures, music, video and data to and from your computer. Because USB 2.0 devices are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports, the ImageMate 8 in 1 Card Reader/Writer will work with all existing USB ports. The ImageMate 8 in 1 provides the ability to write data to and read data from flash memory without connecting your digital device (digital camera, handheld computer, digital music player, etc.) directly to a computer.

The ImageMate 8 in 1 Reader/Writer (model# SDDR-88) accepts the following memory types:

• CompactFlash Type
• CompactFlash Type II
• Memory Stick
• Memory Stick PRO
• SmartMedia
• xD Picture Card
• SD
• MultiMediaCard

Advanced Features:

• Hi-Speed USB 2.0 certified for superior data transfer
• Backwards compatible with all USB 1.1 ports
• All four memory slots are active, which allows you to copy data between the different memory cards at the same time
• Separate reader and docking station for quick desktop/laptop connectivity
• Easy to use; just drag and drop your files
• Saves batteries; let an ImageMate 8 in 1 Reader/Writer (not your portable device) transfer your files
• USB Mass Storage Class Devices
• Certified Windows XP and Mac OS X

Minimum System Requirements:
Windows:

• Pentium class PC with USB support
• Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP
• CD-ROM drive
• USB 2.0 port required from Hi-Speed transfer ·

Macintosh:

• Macintosh computer with USB support
• Mac OS 9.1.x and 9.2.x, OS X v10.1.2+
• CD-ROM drive
• USB 2.0 port required from Hi-Speed transfer

Product Description

Transfer your photos, music, video and data files to and from different flash memory cards quickly and easily! The ImageMate 8 in 1 Card Reader/Writer is a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Multi-card Reader/Writer that connects to your computer's USB 2.0 port. USB 2.0 provides superior performance to transfer pictures, music, video and data to and from your computer. Because USB 2.0 devices are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports, the ImageMate 8 in 1 Card Reader/Writer will work with all existing USB ports. The ImageMate 8 in 1 provides the ability to write data to and read data from flash memory without connecting your digital device (digital camera, handheld computer, digital music player, etc.) directly to a computer.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

98 of 98 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works like a charm, May 30, 2004

By	R. Ocampo "Artisan" (North America) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

In my opinion this is the best memory card reader you could get. The price at Amazon is a good deal, plus with the free shipping you won't make a mistake. Here is the summary:

Pros:
1. It looks elegant. The colour combination of silver and black makes it look like a serious tool you could display even in an office environment.
2. Comes with a bonus stand to enable the display at an upright position. Saves space in a cluttered environment.
3. Comes with another USB cable to you could position it horizontally (flat) on a table. You will have to keep the stand, in this case.
4. USB 2.0 speed which means faster transfer speed.
5. No drivers needed if you use the latest Windows XP or Mac OS X operating system. I use the Mac and there is nothing to install.
6. 8 in 1 memory card reader. Try finding that in othe products at that price and design. You connect as much memory cards that could fill the slot and they will appear individually in your desktop. This means you can transfer files between memory cards without having to transfer and use your desktop as a holding place.
7. Each slot has its own individual lights to indicate correct installation and file activity transfer.
8. Light and portable.

Cons:
1. Light - plastic construction. Feels fragile, but I guess SanDisk knows better on making it sturdy.
2. The cable for the bonus stand is long, but the extra cable supplied to lay the product flat is short - and I mean short! This is a plus for those who bring this with their portable computers and don't need the extra long cable. A big minus for those who wish to forego the stand, but decide to use with their desktop on a desk. You will need to connect it to a hub if your USB plug is nowhere close.

All in all a great buy for the price.

35 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Possible Solution To Windows PCs Freezing Up, August 3, 2004

By	big_rod - See all my reviews

In regard to some earlier posts in reference to their computers freezing up I maybe able to shed some light of the subject. When I bought the San Disk 8-in-1 Card Reader it installed with no problemo under my Windows XP [built] system.

I started having problems as soon as I inserted cards for the device to read. My screen would blank out and my computer would re-boot. Everytime I tried to insert and use a Secure Digital [SD] or Compact Flash {CF} card I would get the same result over and over with a black screen and re-boot.

So I called San Disk for tech support and they asked me if I had Norton AntiVirus installed on my machine. I said that I did and they said that more than likely I needed to disable a "scan removable media" option from Norton AntiVirus. I unchecked this option and sure enough the San Disk card reader works without a hitch. What is happening [according to San Disk] is that Norton AntiVirus is looking to scan your card slots/ports for viruses when you mount a card into one of the slots and that can cause various PC machines to CRASH!

Now because I have Norton SystemWorks 2003 [with Antivirus] on my machine, I can take you through the steps. But if you have a stand-alone version of Norton AntiVirus your menu navigation may be different but I'm sure you can burrow through the options and follow me with my demostration below:

First, launch Norton SystemWorks and wait for the Norton SystemWorks pop-up menu to appear.

Second, at the top on the horizontal menu click the big yellow "Options" button and from the mini pulldown menu you want to select "Norton AntiVirus".

Third, a "Norton AntiVirus Options" dialog box will appear. On the left hand side at the very top of the vertical navigation menu pane click on "Auto-Protect" and under its pulldown menu choose "Advanced".

Fourth, to the right of the navigation menu pane you will see a sub-heading called "What activities to monitor when using floppy disks". Under that UNCHECK "SCAN ALL REMOVABLE MEDIA FOR BOOT VIRUSES EVERYTIME IT IS MOUNTED". Click "OK" to exit the dialog box and close the previous one under that, too.

Once the above option is UNCHECKED, then this may solve your crashing/freezing up problem. If it does then that's great! But be CAUTIOUS now because you have disabled auto-protect for removable media. This means that you must be careful that your media cards are VIRUS FREE when you insert them into the card reader. So be warned when borrowing your friend's or family's cards and can't verify what content is on them.

I hope this helps someone.

ROD

63 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must-Have Item!, February 5, 2004

By	john chang (Los Angeles, Ca) - See all my reviews

This is definately a must have item if you take a lot of digital pictures with your camera. I like it so much that I bought one for a friend.

I currently run Windows XP.

Pros-
1. Lightening quick speeds- I am a big big fan of USB 2.0 technology. The transfer speeds are just awesome. I have a built in CF reader in my multifunction printer. It takes about 5 minutes for the transfer, while it only takes approx. 45 secs for the same transfer with this Sandisk Reader. Just make sure that your USB ports are 2.0 compatible.
2. It's capable of reading a number of types of memory.
3. sleek design.

Cons-
1. quite possibly cost. I am sure that many of you will think that it is not worth the additional bux and that is probably what you are contemplating the most. "Do I really went to spend money on an item that would be nice to have, but something that I really dont need?"
If you take a decent amount of digital pictures, then get it. This is one item where I have not had any buyer's remorse. It's a great product that delivers as promised.
2. As with any other USB peripheral, you have to "remove the Hardware" before pulling the plug out of the port. The icon is on your desktop, on the lower right hand side of your screen.