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Black 3.5 inch internal card reader with six slots and USB 2.0 cable

STARTECH

STARTECH 35FCREADBK3 3.5" 22-in-1 Internal Card Reader USB 2.0 Black

SKU CH-A1NX-K1R57 MPN 35FCREADBK3

Internal 3.5-inch 22-in-1 card reader with six slots for simultaneous access to multiple memory formats via USB 2.0

  • Type22-in-1
  • Installation TypeInternal
  • ColorBlack
  • InterfaceUSB 2.0
  • CompatibilityCF (Compact Flash I/II Card) HS-MMC, HC-MMC (High Speed/High
  • Support - Compact FlashYes

Type 22-in-1

  • 22-in-1
  • Flash Reader

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Interface USB 2.0

  • USB 2.0
  • USB 3.0

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Quick access to 22 card formats from a 3.5" front bay
  • 22-in-1 reader covers CF, SD, MMC, Memory Stick and xD cards
  • Six slots enable simultaneous access to multiple different card types
  • Internal USB 2.0 connection fits standard desktop front-panel headers
  • Compact 5.1" x 4.1" x 1" design installs in any 3.5" drive bay

Front-Bay Media Access

The StarTech 35FCREADBK3 is a 3.5" internal card reader that adds front-panel access to 22 flash memory formats. It targets desktop builders and photographers who need to offload images from multiple card types without reaching behind the chassis. Six slots allow simultaneous access to different media, streamlining multi-card workflows. The unit connects via an internal USB 2.0 header using the supplied 9-pin IDC cable.

Black Steel Chassis and Mounting

The reader fits a standard 3.5" drive bay and ships with mounting screws for a secure installation. Its black finish blends with typical front-panel aesthetics while the compact 5.1" x 4.1" x 1" footprint leaves room for adjacent drives. The internal USB 2.0 connection requires an available motherboard header; systems lacking a spare header cannot use the device without an additional controller. No external power connector is needed.

Upgrade from Single-Slot Readers

This 22-in-1 model replaces single-format or low-count readers that force users to swap adapters or connect external dongles. The jump is worthwhile when a workstation regularly handles CompactFlash, SD, Memory Stick, MMC and xD cards together. It does not serve builders who need USB 3.0 or 3.1 transfer speeds, nor those whose motherboards have no free internal USB 2.0 header.

Highlights

  • Quick access to 22 card formats from a 3.5" front bay
  • 22-in-1 reader covers CF, SD, MMC, Memory Stick and xD cards
  • Six slots enable simultaneous access to multiple different card types
  • Internal USB 2.0 connection fits standard desktop front-panel headers
  • Compact 5.1" x 4.1" x 1" design installs in any 3.5" drive bay

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
Model35FCREADBK3
Type22-in-1
Installation TypeInternal
ColorBlack
InterfaceUSB 2.0
CompatibilityCF (Compact Flash I/II Card)
HS-MMC, HC-MMC (High Speed/High Capacity Multimedia Card)
HS-MS (High Speed Memory Stick)
M2 (Memory Stick Micro)
Memory Stick
Micro-SDHC (Micro Secure Digital High Capacity)
Mini-SD, Micro-SD (Mini/Micro Secure Digital)
MS Duo, MS Pro Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo
Multi Media Card
RS-MMC (Reduced Size Multimedia Card)
SD/MMC (Secure Digital/Multimedia Card)
SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity)
SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity)
xD (Extreme Digital) Picture Card
Support - Compact FlashYes
Support - Memory StickYes
Support - MMCYes
Support - SDYes
Support - xDYes
Windows VistaVista (32/64-bit)
Dimensions5.1" x 4.1" x 1" (L x W x H)
FeaturesAdd front panel access to 22 different types of flash memory cards. The 35FCREADBK3 3.5" Multimedia Card Reader offers quick and easy access to the most popular flash card formats, from the front panel of almost any desktop computer.
Suitable for quickly accessing memory cards from virtually any portable media device (e.g. digital cameras, MP3 players, etc.), this versatile media card reader supports 22 of the most popular card types, including: Compact Flash (CF type I/II), Secure Digital (SD/miniSD/microSD/SDHC/SDXC), MultiMediaCard (MMC/RS-MMC/HS-MMC/MMCmobile/MMCplus/MMCmicro/HC-
Package Contents1 x Card Reader
1 x 9xpin IDC USB cable
1 x Bag of Mounting Screws
1 x Instruction Manual
Shipping weight0.27 kg
Package size164 × 137 × 38 mm

Questions about this item

Does the USB 2.0 interface limit transfer speeds compared to the cards' own ratings?

Yes, the reader connects through USB 2.0, so data moves at that bus speed regardless of the card's maximum capability.

Will this 3.5" reader fit my desktop's front bay and what screws are required?

It measures 5.1" x 4.1" x 1" and includes a bag of mounting screws for a standard 3.5" front panel bay.

How do I connect the reader internally and which step is often missed?

Plug the supplied 9-pin IDC USB cable into a motherboard USB header, then secure the unit in the bay with the included screws.

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