Computer Memory Card Readers and Adapters
Memory cards, which are also called flash cards and memory cartridges, are a type of portable data storage. The storage is non-volatile, and that persistence and portability make it an ideal storage solution for smartphones, tablets, and many other portable gadgets. Readers and adapters are what make these memory sticks usable across Windows PCs, laptops, Android devices, and more.
What is a memory card reader?
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A card reader is a device that accepts compact flash media for reading and writing. Broadly, there are two kinds of readers: internal and external. Examples of internal card readers include the micro SD slot on a tablet, a memory card slot on a camera, or an SD card slot on a laptop. External readers may be standalone or part of a hub and often connect to the computer or other device via USB.
What is a memory card adapter?
An adapter is often like a cross between an external and internal memory card reader. A card reader that connects to a computer via a USB port is an external solution. A reader that accepts micro SD cards by attaching to an internal SD card reader is an adapter. Both are interfacing, but the difference is that the second solution is acting as pass-through to an internal mechanism.
Do I need a different reader for each card type?
It depends. Some slots have a versatile connector that can, for instance, accept either SD or micro SD. Others accept only one card type or some but not others. Hubs are often quite versatile and convenient because they can feature multiple memory card readers, USB ports, and other connections in a form compact enough to be portable.
What card reader types are available?
Many memory stick standards have been developed over the years, and certainly, many more will be introduced in the years to come as the technology and standards advance. Some of the formats that have been prevalent over the years include:
- SD: SDSC stands for Secure Digital Standard Capacity. These cards feature a write-protect notch and are 2.1 millimeters thick.
- SDHC: The Secure Digital High Capacity format built on SD by supporting capacities up to 32 GB.
- SDXC: The Secure Digital eXtended Capacity format expands the base SD card format even more by supporting capacities up to 2 TB.
- Micro SD: This is a form factor extension to SD that allows for smaller physical cards. SDHC and SDXC are supported as well.
What USB connections are available for reader hubs?
- USB 2.0: This USB connection has an effective throughput of 35 MB/s.
- USB 3.0: This SuperSpeed implementation has an effective throughput of 3.2 Gbit/s.
- USB-C: This USB version has a reversible plug for easier use.
- Micro USB: This smaller physical connection is common on portable devices.
- USB OTG: On-the-Go connections can serve as host for other USB devices.
How to Update Device Drivers Quickly & Easily
Tech Tip: Updating drivers manually requires some computer skills and patience. A faster and easier option is to use the Driver Update Utility for Digital Concepts to scan your system for free. The utility tells you which specific drivers are out-of-date for all of your devices.
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the latest driver, including Windows 10 drivers, you can choose from a list of most popular Digital Concepts downloads. Click the download button next to the matching model name. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If your driver is not listed and you know the model name or number of your Digital Concepts device, you can use it to search our driver archive for your Digital Concepts device model. Simply type the model name and/or number into the search box and click the Search button. You may see different versions in the results. Choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
If you don’t know the model name or number, you can start to narrow your search down by choosing which category of Digital Concepts device you have (such as Printer, Scanner, Video, Network, etc.). Start by selecting the correct category from our list of Digital Concepts Device Drivers by Category.
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Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Driver Update Utility for Digital Concepts. It is a software utility that will find the right driver for you - automatically.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
After you download your new driver, then you have to install it. To install a driver in Windows, you will need to use a built-in utility called Device Manager. It allows you to see all of the devices recognized by your system, and the drivers associated with them.
How to Open Device Manager
In Windows 8.1 & Windows 10, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager
In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose 'All Apps' -> swipe or scroll right and choose 'Control Panel' (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager
In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button
How to Install drivers using Device Manager
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Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
Select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button and follow the instructions.
In most cases, you will need to reboot your computer in order for the driver update to take effect.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
If you are having trouble installing your driver, you should use the Driver Update Utility for Digital Concepts. It is a software utility that automatically finds, downloads and installs the right driver for your system. You can even backup your drivers before making any changes, and revert back in case there were any problems.
Try it now to safely update all of your drivers in just a few clicks. Once you download and run the utility, it will scan for out-of-date or missing drivers:
When the scan is complete, the driver update utility will display a results page showing which drivers are missing or out-of-date. You can update individual drivers, or all of the necessary drivers with one click.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.