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Compact black USB 3.0 card reader for SD and microSD cards

IOGEAR

IOGEAR GFR305SD USB 3.0 Card Reader

SKU CH-A7XP-82MMK MPN GFR305SD

Compact USB 3.0 card reader handles SD, microSD and MMC cards up to 128GB

  • Interface typeUSB 3.0
  • Installation typeExternal
  • Support - MMCMMC / MMC Micro / RS MMC
  • Support - SDSD / SDHC / SCXC / Mini SD / Micro SD
  • Product typeFlash Reader
  • Product colorBlack
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers up to 5Gbps transfer speed
  • Reads SD, microSD and MMC cards up to 128GB capacity
  • Works with Windows Vista through 8.1 and Mac OS X+
  • Ultra-compact design measures 2.31 by .69 by .31 inches
  • USB powered operation requires no external power adapter

Compact USB 3.0 card reader

The IOGEAR GFR305SD is an external flash reader designed for photographers and mobile users who need fast access to SD and microSD media. It connects via a USB 3.0 interface and draws power directly from the host port. The compact black housing measures .69 x .31 x 2.31 inches for easy transport.

Thermals noise and power draw

The device operates without a fan or external power supply, relying on the USB bus for energy. Passive cooling keeps it silent during extended transfers. Power consumption stays within standard USB 3.0 limits, so it works reliably on laptops and desktops alike.

Bundled accessories and software

The package includes the reader unit only, identified by part number 17113Y. No driver disc or utility software is supplied because the reader uses native mass-storage support in Windows Vista through 8.1 and Mac OS X+. Plug it in and the cards appear as removable drives immediately.

How it compares

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Price $13.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIOGEAR
Model nameGFR305SD
Product typeFlash Reader
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.0
Size & build
Product dimensions0.69 in × 0.31 in × 2.31 in
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size157 × 107 × 13 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withWindows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, Mac OS X+
Support - MMCMMC / MMC Micro / RS MMC
Support - SDSD / SDHC / SCXC / Mini SD / Micro SD
In the box
In the box17113Y
More details
Installation typeExternal

Questions about this item

How do I install the GFR305SD reader and which step do people miss?

Plug the reader into a USB 3.0 port on a Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 or Mac OS X+ system; the step often missed is using a blue SuperSpeed port instead of a black USB 2.0 port to reach 5Gbps.

What maintenance or replacement will the GFR305SD need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required; if the USB connector wears out or the slot stops reading 128GB max cards, replace the whole unit.

What limit appears first during sustained transfers on the GFR305SD?

The 128GB card capacity ceiling and the USB 3.0 5Gbps interface bandwidth are the first limits reached during long copy sessions.

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