Atech Flash Technology PRO-77U Flash Reader USB 3.0 5.25" Hub & Card Reader

Pros: Every port worked during testing with supposedly full speed because windows did not make any suggestions. Many USB 3.0 ports partly because because of the optional SATA power connector. USB 3.0 interface is versatile and different USB 3.0 cables can be used instead of the original one.

Cons: LED light never lit up. No instructions were provided.

Pros: * USB 3.0 speeds reading flash. I no longer can take a break waiting for gigs of photos and video recordings to transfer. * 4 USB 3.0 ports on the front of the machine. * Comes with two USB port covers in case you already have 2 on your case, but would like to conceal them after installing this unit.

Cons: * Requires a SATA power connector to power the front USB ports, and the power connector isn't that tight. Install very carefully! * SATA power connector is recessed vs. something like a DVD drive. This makes it difficult to reach with your fingers in tight quarters. * USB 3.0 header cable is bulky and connector can also be easily bumped off the motherboard. This isn't Atech's fault, but just a standardized design problem you have to deal with.

Overall Review: Upgraded from their equally awesome PRO-55U. The power light only comes on when you're reading a CF card, so don't fret if it doesn't light up when the machine turns on.

Pros: Copies 3GB of photos off a CF card in less than a minute (closer to 30 seconds). If I tried that with my old 2.0 card reader, it would take about 10 minutes to copy

Cons: None yet

Overall Review: If you can't get the USB 3.0 ports to work, even after plugging in the SATA cable, switch the two USB 3.0 connectors in the back of the unit. My USB ports didn't work initially, but after switching the USB connectors, they work.

Pros: The fit and finish is great. My old case only had usb 2.0 plugs on the side. This product provides access to great access to not only 3.0 slots but card readers.

Cons: seems a little pricey if you don't get it on sale

Overall Review: Install is easy. You need a free 3.0 connection on your motherboard and a sata power connection. verify you have these before you buy.

Pros: - 5.25 inch bay - no driver no software - heavy duty cabling

Cons: -expensive

Overall Review: Installed on Z87 intel board (ASrock Extreme 6) - no issues make sure your motherboard USB3 header drivers are latest version to avoid device "driver can't be found" errors . They also have a patch ( more like an add on) on the website that enhances the windows explorer interface - recommended

Pros: They got rid of the large white brand logo and model number on the previous USB 2 version, it "blends in" better and looks more professional. It now has 4 USB ports, vs. 1 on the previous model. Rock solid. Takes microSD cards without adapter. Reads & writes to just about anything out there.

Cons: Price, price, price. Note: I had to search their site and download a driver package to get it to work correctly on W10. The drivers did not come with the item and were not mentioned. Perhaps this is why some negative reviews?

Overall Review: I have tossed quite a few of the cheap card reader bay devices in the past years, everything from shorting out to damaging cards. This is the one brand/model I trust. I'm moving my old trusty USB 2 version to another workstation that doesn't have USB 3, and speed is not critical.

Pros: 4 more USB Ports

Cons: Super Heavy Duty internal SATA cord None of the card readers work..

Overall Review: Would've been great but.. None of the actual card readers on the thing work, which is kind of detrimental considering that's the only reason I purchased it. I've fiddled with this to make it work, tried different connection combinations, also tried finding utilities or software for it which I could not. No installation package came with it, therefore I settled with it being DOA

Pros: Works great, looks great, my other AFT readers have outlasted all other readers. The cost of AFT is worth the longevity. 4x front USB 3.0 ports--here I come, VR.

Cons: None.