SilverStone Technology SST-ECL02 USB 3.0 Internal Multi-Card Reader for 3.5 inch Bay

Transferring photos and videos from various memory cards can be a hassle when your desktop lacks a built-in card reader. The SilverStone SST-ECL02 solves this by adding a high-speed USB 3.0 multi-card reader directly into a 3.5-inch drive bay, giving you front-panel access to all your memory card formats.

Who is it for

This internal card reader is ideal for photographers, videographers, and PC enthusiasts who frequently work with SD, microSD, CompactFlash, and other memory cards. It's perfect for system builders and upgraders who want a clean, integrated solution without external dongles.

Main features

• Supports a wide range of memory card formats including SD, SDHC, SDXC, microSD, Memory Stick, CompactFlash, and xD-Picture Card.
• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps for fast file transfers.
• Fits a standard 3.5-inch drive bay for a seamless front-panel installation.
• Hot-swap and plug-and-play support for easy card swapping without rebooting.
• Simultaneous card access allows reading from multiple cards at once.
• LED indicators for power and activity status.
• Durable construction with a plastic bezel and metal chassis.
• Includes a 600 mm internal USB 3.0 cable for connection to your motherboard's 19-pin header.

Specifications

• Host Interface: USB 3.0 (Internal 19-pin header)
• Drive Bay Size: 3.5-inch
• Supported Card Formats: SD, SDHC, SDXC, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Micro (M2), CompactFlash (Type I/II), Microdrive, xD-Picture Card
• Max Transfer Speed: 5 Gbps (USB 3.0 SuperSpeed)
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes
• Plug & Play: Yes
• Operating System Compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux
• Power Source: USB Bus Power
• LED Indicators: Power, Activity
• Material: Plastic bezel, Metal chassis
• Color: Black
• Internal USB 3.0 Cable Length: 600 mm
• Simultaneous Card Access: Yes
• Installation Type: Internal
• Compliance: RoHS

Tips

Ensure your motherboard has an available USB 3.0 19-pin header before installation. For best performance, use high-speed UHS-I or UHS-II cards. The card reader is bus-powered, so no additional power connection is needed.