IOGEAR GFR204SD Card Reader, Green

The IOGEAR GFR204SD card reader is a compact, bus-powered USB 2.0 device for transferring images and data between Secure Digital family memory cards and computers. It supports SD, SDHC, SDXC, MicroSD and related formats and connects directly to a USB 1.1 or 2.0 port without requiring an external power adapter. Lightweight and portable, the green IOGEAR GFR204SD is suitable for desktop PCs and Macs and works with a wide range of consumer electronics such as digital cameras, camcorders, mobile phones and MP3 players.

Advantages

The reader supports the latest SDXC standard as well as SDHC, MicroSD and MMC variants, offering broad compatibility across Secure Digital formats. USB 2.0 High Speed connectivity enables fast bi-directional transfers up to the interface limit, while bus-powered operation removes the need for an external AC adapter. Its small dimensions and low weight make it easy to carry and use with laptops and desktops.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Transferring photos and videos from digital cameras and camcorders to a PC or Mac
• Copying music and files between mobile devices and computers
• Accessing data on MicroSD or SD cards from laptops without built-in card slots
• Quickly backing up or restoring memory card content

Key specifications

• Supported card types: SD, SDHC, SDXC, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MMC II, RS MMC
• Interface: USB 2.0 (backward compatible with USB 1.1)
• Data transfer: USB 2.0 High Speed up to interface limit (theoretical 480 Mb/s)
• Power: Bus powered — no external adapter required
• Weight: 0.0091 kg
• Dimensions: 15.87 x 60.325 x 7.937 mm
• Colour: Green

How to use

Insert a supported SD or MicroSD card into the corresponding slot on the IOGEAR GFR204SD. Connect the reader to an available USB 1.1 or 2.0 port on your computer; the device is bus powered and will be recognized by most modern Windows and macOS systems without additional power. Once detected by the operating system, open the card drive in your file manager to copy, move or manage files between the card and your computer.

Recommendations

For reliable transfers, use a USB 2.0 port when possible and avoid removing the card while files are being written. Safely eject the card or unmount the drive from the operating system before unplugging the reader to prevent data loss.