Generic SD Card Reader USB Device
User Benchmarks
Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
Generic SD Card Reader USB Device | 268 | 32 | 19 | 5 | 4.22 | 0.01 | 1.07 | 1406.11 |
The measurement of the Generic SD Card Reader USB Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Generic SD Card Reader USB Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Generic SD Card Reader USB Device should be used.
The Generic SD Card Reader USB Device is a universal card reader designed to read SD cards through a USB port on a computer or other devices. Here is a comprehensive description of its technical details, functions and application areas:
Technical Details
1. Construction and design:
- Size and weight: Typically small and compact, about 5 to 10 cm in length, 2 to 3 cm in width and 0.5 to 1 cm in height. Weight is usually less than 50 grams.
- Material: Usually made of sturdy plastic or aluminum for durability and protection.
- Connection: Standard USB port, usually USB-A, sometimes USB-C or Micro-USB depending on the model and target device.
2. Compatibility:
- SD ​​cards: Typically supports standard SD cards, SDHC (High Capacity) and SDXC (Extended Capacity). Some readers also support miniSD and microSD cards via adapters.
- Operating systems: Compatible with Windows (XP and later), macOS (10.6 and later), and many Linux distributions. Some models are also compatible with mobile operating systems such as Android.
3. Transfer speed:
- USB 2.0: Up to 480 Mbps. Sufficient for most applications when high data rates are not required.
- USB 3.0: Up to 5 Gbps, enables faster transfers, especially useful for large amounts of data.
- USB 3.1/3.2: Up to 10 Gbps or 20 Gbps for even faster speeds if supported.
4. Power:
- USB bus-powered: No additional power connection required, powered by the device's USB port.
5. Card compatibility:
- SD: Standard capacity up to 2 GB
- SDHC: Capacity from 4 GB to 32 GB
- SDXC: Capacity from 32 GB to 2 TB
- microSD: Micro SD cards, often with adapter for standard SD card slots
Features
1. Read and write:
- File access: Allows you to read and write data on the SD card. Often supports different file systems such as FAT16, FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS, depending on the operating system.
2. Hot-swapping:
- Support: In most cases, SD cards can be inserted or removed during operation without having to restart the device.
3. Plug-and-play:
- Easy to use: The card reader is usually automatically recognized by the operating system and does not require any additional driver installation, especially with modern operating systems.
4. Multi-card reader:
- Wide range of support: Some models also offer slots for other card types such as CompactFlash, Memory Stick or even SIM cards.
Areas of application
1. Data transfer:
- Photography: Ideal for photographers who want to transfer images from cameras to computers. Particularly useful for quickly transferring large amounts of image files.
- Video recording: Useful for transferring videos, especially from HD cameras or drones that use SD cards.
2. Data archiving and backup:
- Backup solutions: Used for backing up data to SD cards or for archiving important documents and files.
3. File migration:
- Cross-platform: Allows you to transfer files between different devices, for example from a camera to a laptop or from a smartphone to a desktop PC.
4. Mobile devices:
- Storage expansion: For devices that have an SD card slot but no built-in way for direct card access, the card reader can be useful.
5. Data recovery:
- Data rescue: Allows you to access SD cards to recover deleted or lost data, especially if the card is in a non-working device.
Important considerations
- Security: When using on public or shared computers, the security of the stored data should be considered. Avoid unauthorized access to confidential information.
- Check compatibility: Make sure the card reader is compatible with the SD cards you use and your device's operating system.
- Processing speed: For very large files or professional applications, it is advisable to use a fast USB 3.0 or 3.1 card reader.
The Generic SD Card Reader USB Device is a versatile and practical accessory that is useful in many scenarios where access to data from SD cards is required.
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Generic SD Card Reader USB Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of Generic SD Card Reader USB Device.
The Generic SD Card Reader USB Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Generic SD Card Reader USB Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.