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from Germantown, TN on 2/20/2011
Comments about Lexar Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Memory Reader:
Frequently I'm away from my main system and have only my MacPro. I like to backup my photos on a hard drive and possibly DVD while in the field or on an extended trip. The MacPro's express slot requires a device such as this one in order to transfer files from CF cards. In addition to my Nikon D2x, I purchased a point and shoot for casual use that uses SD cards which won't fit in this device without yet another adapter. This memory reader is pretty good although not very fast. I'm concerned about the plastic interface in terms of holding up over time, having to insert and remove the device as well as insert and remove CF cards frequently. It's too cumbersome to leave in the computer all the time as it will likely rub against whatever computer case is used so it has to be removed when not in use (my opinion). Overall it's ok but I hoped for something faster and sturdier.
from canada on 1/12/2011
Comments about Lexar Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Memory Reader:
Great overall products however install can be a hassle
from Main Line PA on 1/12/2011
Comments about Lexar Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Memory Reader:
I can't believe how much faster file transfers are with the Lexar ExpressCard Reader! The only drawback is aesthetic as the reader extends outside of the laptop.
[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Lake Forest, CA on 10/10/2010
Comments about Lexar Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Memory Reader:
I used this adapter / reader daily on my trip to Yellowstone. I only cared about read speed from the Trancend 16GB UDMA 600x CF to my hard drive. I upgraded my notebook to a WD 300GB 7200 RPM high performance Scorpio Black hard drive for better performance with Windows 7.
The reader copied (read) from the CF to the notebook hard drive at about 50MB/S for photos and about 75MB/S for larger MOV files. The photos were raw files from a Canon EOS 7D. Photos were around 35MB each. MOV video files were several times larger.
Throughout the day, I kept the notebook in the car and downloaded the CF between stops. This allowed me to reuse the CF and take more photos on the fast CF card.
I would like to have seen faster performance. However, I think the 50MB/S performance is due to Windows and not the Lexar adapter.
I think the reader is a little flimsy where the plastic part meets the metal. I was careful and had no problem. However, it wiggles up and down more than I like.
I also had to reinstall the device a second time for reliable operation. I have no clue why two installs were required.
This reader is still faster than any USB 2.0 reader.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Aomori, Japan on 6/28/2010
Comments about Lexar Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Memory Reader:
I'm not sure what the other reviewer did wrong, but this thing works perfectly for me. You do have to load a driver first, but once you do, it works like a charm. Just make sure to use it like any other removable storage device: don't just pull it out, eject/safely remove it first. I'm running it on a Macbook Pro and I haven't used a card reader this fast before. The seek time is almost nil, even on a normal card. I've got a SanDisk Extreme Pro card on order, and am really looking forward to what this thing can do. If you shoot raw, this is a must. It will run faster than anything else you can plug into a laptop short of a RAID array plugged in via eSATA or similar. It even smokes my Western Digital 2TB Raid plugged in via FireWire. On top of that, it frees up a USB port for other important peripherals. Can't say enough good things.
My only minor quibble is that the protruding part doesn't sit flush with my laptop. I'd guess that's intentional to make sure it works with other laptops though, so not a big deal.
[2 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from Laurel, MD on 4/24/2010
Comments about Lexar Lexar Professional ExpressCard CompactFlash Memory Reader:
I used this reader with my MacBook Pro and Aperture 3, and this thing has been one disappointment after another. First, Aperture 3 won't recognize any cards in this reader, so you have to import via the Finder. Then, after you eject the card, as an added bonus your system crashes. Lexar support was completely unhelpful.
Not only will I be returning this reader but I won't be buying a Lexar product any time soon.