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    1 Users Manual Ver.02 CompactFlash USB Reader User's Manual Model Name - IBM Compact- Flash USB Reader (09N0692) For use with Windows 98, Windows 2000 Preface Precautions Accessories Parts Identification Quickstart Guide for windows Installation with Windows Connecting to a Computer Basic Operations Using with Windows 98/2000 Technical Support[...]

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    2 Preface Thank you for purchasing IBM licensed products from Apricorn . The CompactFlash- USB card reader is designed to read and write to CompactFlash cards, when connected to Windows based computers with a USB port. To get the most from your card reader, carefully read the instructions found in this manual before use. Features: The CompactFlash [...]

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    3 T able of Contents Preface Precautions Accessories Parts Identification Installation Procedure Installing the Device Driver Connecting to a Computer Basic Operations Using with Windows Troubleshooting Technical Specifications User Support and Maintenance Warranty Conditions 2 4 7 8 9 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20[...]

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    4 Precautions Safety Precautions Please read carefully This manual is intended to inform you and any other persons who may use this device of possible dangers and safety instructions, in order to help you maximize your enjoyment of this product, and to protect you and your equipment from damage. - Following is an explanation of symbols used through[...]

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    5 ! Warning Never remove the plastic case from this unit. Some components inside operate at high voltages and can cause severe electrical shock if touched. Make sure that no liquid is spilled or leaks into this unit and that no metal or inflammable objects fall inside since this can cause fire, shock, malfunctioning or accidents. * In Case of Accid[...]

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    6 * Maintenance of the Plastic Case  Do not use thinner, benzene, insecticide, or other volatile substances to clean the case, as this may cause deterioration and delamination of the paint.  Clean the plastic case and front panel with a soft cloth. Remove severe dirt with a soft cloth moistened with a small amount of neutral detergent diluted[...]

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    7 Accessories Your card reader package includes the following items: Compact Flash Card Reader (with attached USB connection) Floppy disk with Drivers for PC and User's Manual Warranty Card[...]

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    8 Parts Identification USB Compact Flash card reader Identifying various parts:[...]

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    9 This card reader requires the following: 1. IBM PC/AT-compatible computer with USB port 2. Windows 98 or Windows 2000 To find your version of Windows software is compatible with USB: 1. Right click on 'My Computer' 2. Click on 'Properties' 3. Click on 'Device Manager' 4. 'Universal Serial Bus controllers' s[...]

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    10 Before connecting the card reader, turn on your computer and start Windows. With the CompactFlash card inserted in the reader, plug the reader into the USB port or hub. Install the appropriate device driver. Follow the guidelines below when installing your card reader. Windows 98 Quickstart Installation Procedure You may now access your CompactF[...]

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    11 Windows 2000 Quickstart Installation Procedure Follow the guidelines below when installing your card reader. Before connecting the card reader, turn on your computer and start Windows. With the CompactFlash card inserted in the reader, plug the reader into the USB port or hub. The system will automatically install the USB Mass Storage Class Driv[...]

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    12 1. Start Windows on your computer. 2. Connect the IBM CF USB Reader, with a CompactFlash card inserted in the reader, to the USB port or to a powered USB hub. 3. A dialog box with 'New Hardware Found' will appear. Click <Next> 4. Click on Search for the best driver for your device. Click <Next> 5. Insert the Floppy diskette[...]

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    13 1. Start Windows on your computer. 2. Connect the IBM CF USB Reader, with a CompactFlash card inserted in the reader, to the USB port or to a powered USB hub. 3. A dialog box with 'New Hardware Found' will appear. The system will auto- matically install the USB Mass Storage Class driver. 4 . The installation is now complete. Reboot you[...]

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    14 Connecting the USB Cable (using without other peripheral devices) Using the supplied USB cable, connect the card reader to the desired USB port located on the computer. Make sure the cable ends are firmly connected. The Power light will come on when it is properly connected. Be careful not to confuse the upper and lower parts of the connector. D[...]

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    15 Position the card in the direction shown below. Make sure the pin holes face down towards the slot and with the keyed slots on the side of the flash aligned with the correct grooves in the slot. Confirm that the card is inserted firmly. Basic Operations This section explains how to use various types of cards. Before proceeding, make sure device [...]

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    16 Using with Windows Copying Files Start Windows double-click the "My Computer" icon to open the "My Computer" window. There, you will see a drive letter icon. (The specific assigned to the drive D, E, and so on will vary, depnding on your paricular system configuration) You may now copy files to or from your reader and to or f[...]

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    17 Troubleshooting Windows Symptom The card is not recognized (The "Removable Disk" icon does not appear in the "My Computer" window.) Cause Corrective Action The Device Drivers have not been properly installed. The card is not inserted correctly in the card reader. Refer to the "Installing the Device Driver" section i[...]

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    18 Compatible Cards Host Interface USB port (Universal Serial Bus) Connector of Accessory Cable Host side USBport (Universal Serial Bus) Transfer Rate Up to 800~900KB/s sustained transfer in read mode Up to 470KB/s sustained in write mode Power Consumption 1.25 watts typical (255mA@5v) no media activity Dimensions 65 mm (Wide) x 100 mm (Deep) x 18 [...]

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    19 User Support and Maintenance User Support Questions regarding this product may be answered by contacting user support as indicated below. Please consult the "Troubleshooting" section of this manual before contacting us for assistance. User Support Apricorn 12191 Kirkham Rd. Poway, CA 92064 Tel :858-513-2000 or 800-458-5448 Fax: 858-513[...]

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    20 Warranty Conditions Statement of W arranty: Apricorn warrants a lifetime warranty from the date of purchase that this product 1) is free from defects in materials and workmanship and 2) conforms to its specifications. If this product does not function as warranted during the warranty period, Apricorn, at its option, will either replace this prod[...]