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Internal Multi-Card Reader Front Panel with USB 3.0 and eSATA

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Dimensions:200 x 181 x 69 mm
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  • All card formats accessible from the front panel without adapters or cable dongles
  • High-speed USB 3.0 and Type-C for fast file transfers from flash media
  • Permanent installation that fills an otherwise empty 5.25-inch bay

What's included

  • 1 x 5.25-inch internal card reader and USB front panel dashboard
  • 1 x Internal USB 3.0 header cable (20-pin)
  • 1 x eSATA cable
  • 4 x Mounting screws

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  • Available stock: 5 units
  • Ships to United Kingdom
  • Estimated delivery in 3 days
  • Package weight: 0.31 kg

Internal Multi-Card Reader Front Panel with USB 3.0 and eSATA

This front panel dashboard installs into any standard 5.25-inch drive bay and gives a desktop PC multi-format card reading alongside three USB 3.0 ports, one Type-C port and an eSATA connection. Supported formats include CF, MD, XD, MMC, TF (microSD), M2, MS and SD/MMC, covering the most common flash media types in active use. USB 3.0 and Type-C transfer speeds suit photographers, videographers and IT professionals who move large files regularly. The black steel fascia matches most tower case aesthetics, and the board is secured by four included mounting screws. Internal connection uses the motherboard's standard 20-pin USB 3.0 header.

  • Multi-Format Card Reading: Reads CF, MD, XD, MMC, TF (microSD), M2, MS and SD/MMC — covering the most common flash formats in active use.
  • 3 x USB 3.0 + 1 x Type-C Ports: High-speed front-panel USB access for peripherals and file transfers without reaching to the rear of the case.
  • eSATA Connection: Direct SATA interface for compatible external storage without the overhead of USB conversion.
  • Standard 5.25-Inch Bay Fit: Installs in any desktop tower bay using the four included mounting screws — no specialist tools required.
  • LED Activity Indicator: Visual read/write status light prevents premature card removal and data corruption during transfers.

All Your Card Slots and USB Ports, Right on the Front Panel

This 5.25-inch bay dashboard adds multi-format card reading and front-panel connectivity to any desktop tower PC. Three USB 3.0 ports and one Type-C port sit alongside an eSATA connection and six card slots — covering CF, MD, XD, MMC, TF (microSD), M2, MS and SD/MMC formats.

High-speed USB 3.0 and Type-C interfaces make file transfers from flash media fast enough for photographers and video editors working with large raw files. The board connects to the motherboard via the standard internal USB 3.0 header.

Installation and Compatibility

The unit mounts into any standard 5.25-inch drive bay using the four included screws. The black steel front panel sits flush with most tower cases. An LED activity indicator shows read/write status.

  • Supported formats: CF, MD, XD, MMC, TF (microSD), M2, MS, SD/MMC
  • 3 x USB 3.0 ports + 1 x Type-C port on the front panel
  • eSATA port for direct SATA device connection
  • LED activity indicator for read/write status
  • Mounts in any standard 5.25-inch drive bay

Key benefits

  • Multi-Format Card Reading: Reads CF, MD, XD, MMC, TF (microSD), M2, MS and SD/MMC — covering the most common flash formats in active use.
  • 3 x USB 3.0 + 1 x Type-C Ports: High-speed front-panel USB access for peripherals and file transfers without reaching to the rear of the case.
  • eSATA Connection: Direct SATA interface for compatible external storage without the overhead of USB conversion.
  • Standard 5.25-Inch Bay Fit: Installs in any desktop tower bay using the four included mounting screws — no specialist tools required.
  • LED Activity Indicator: Visual read/write status light prevents premature card removal and data corruption during transfers.
  • 6 card slot formats
  • USB 3.0 + Type-C
  • eSATA port
  • 5.25-inch bay fit
  • LED activity indicator

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Dimensions
181 x 69 x 200
Package weight
0.31 kg
Estimated delivery time
3 days
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5 units

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Description and experienceShow

Desktop towers increasingly ship without a front-panel card reader, which means a cable dongle or reaching around to the rear for every file transfer. This dashboard panel installs into the 5.25-inch bay that most towers already have available — the same space previously used for optical drives — and adds a full suite of connections directly to the front. Six card slots cover the formats that photographers, audio engineers and IT technicians actually use: CF for older cameras, TF and SD for current ones, M2 and MS for legacy Sony hardware, XD for older Olympus bodies. The three USB 3.0 ports and one Type-C slot handle everything else. eSATA adds a fast path to external storage. The activity LED prevents premature card removal during active transfers — a small but genuinely useful detail. A permanent upgrade that removes the cable dongle from the equation entirely.

A black metal 5.25-inch bay front panel with its green circuit board partially exposed, showing card slots labelled CF/MD, XD, eSATA, TF, M2, MS and SD/MMC, three USB 3.0 ports, one Type-C port, a green LED indicator, black internal cables with a 20-pin connector, and four mounting screws laid beside it.

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Technical review and performance

The steel front panel has a matte black finish and fits flush in standard 5.25-inch bay openings. The green PCB carries the card reader controller chip and USB 3.0 hub circuitry, with surface-mounted LEDs for the activity indicator. Internal cabling uses a standard 20-pin USB 3.0 header connector and a separate eSATA header lead.

Expert take

The value here is consolidation: one panel replaces a card reader dongle, a USB hub, and a rear-port reach in a single permanent installation. The card format support is broad — CF, MD and XD are useful for anyone still working with older camera bodies or archive media. USB 3.0 speeds suit current flash media; the Type-C port is a welcome addition for newer devices. Installation is straightforward for anyone comfortable with basic PC assembly. The internal USB 3.0 header is standard on most motherboards from the last decade. Note that eSATA requires a separate power cable to the connected device — it is not bus-powered. The activity LED makes safe ejection more intuitive and is worth appreciating as a practical detail.

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Highlighted features

  • 6 card slot formats
  • USB 3.0 + Type-C
  • eSATA port
  • 5.25-inch bay fit
  • LED activity indicator

Key benefits

  • All card formats accessible from the front panel without adapters or cable dongles
  • High-speed USB 3.0 and Type-C for fast file transfers from flash media
  • Permanent installation that fills an otherwise empty 5.25-inch bay
  • Activity LED prevents accidental card removal during active transfers

Usage recommendations

  • Connect the internal USB 3.0 header cable before securing the panel with screws to give more working room during installation.
  • Route internal cables with cable ties to avoid impeding airflow past nearby components.
  • Use the activity LED as your signal for safe ejection — wait for it to stop blinking before pulling a card.

What's included

  • 1 x 5.25-inch internal card reader and USB front panel dashboard
  • 1 x Internal USB 3.0 header cable (20-pin)
  • 1 x eSATA cable
  • 4 x Mounting screws

Materials and composition

  • Steel (front panel fascia)
  • PCB (internal card reader and hub board)

Care recommendations

  • Clear dust from card slots with compressed air every few months to prevent debris causing poor card contact.
  • Do not insert cards at an angle or with force — misalignment can damage internal card contacts over time.
  • Always eject cards safely via the operating system before physically removing them to protect data integrity.
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Is Your Motherboard Compatible?

This panel requires an internal USB 3.0 header (20-pin) — standard on virtually all boards released after 2012. The eSATA function requires either a dedicated eSATA header or a SATA port configurable for eSATA in the BIOS. If your board has no internal USB 3.0 header, a PCIe USB 3.0 expansion card can provide one.

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Frequently asked questions

Does it need a driver or is it plug-and-play?
On Windows 10 and 11 the USB 3.0 and card reader functions should be recognised automatically without additional drivers. Older operating systems may require drivers available from the manufacturer.
Which motherboard header does it use?
The unit connects to the internal USB 3.0 header (20-pin) on the motherboard. The eSATA function requires a separate eSATA header or a SATA port configured for eSATA in the BIOS.
Will it fit a Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX case?
It requires a standard 5.25-inch external drive bay. Most full-tower and mid-tower ATX cases include at least one. Many Micro-ATX cases omit 5.25-inch bays — check your case specifications before ordering.
Is the eSATA port bus-powered?
No — eSATA via this panel is not bus-powered. Any external device connected via eSATA will need its own power supply.
What is the maximum card capacity supported?
The card reader supports high-capacity formats including SDXC. Actual maximum capacity depends on the card type and host operating system.

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