The DuelAdapter Cradle™ is designed to bring the functional and performance advantages of the latest generation of ExpressCards to computers with PCMCIA slots.

The DuelAdapter Cradle™ seamlessly converts input from new ExpressCard modules to a PCMCIA compatible format.

True "Plug-and-Play" Ease of Use

The DuelAdapter Cradle™ is easy to set up and use. No software driver is required. Once combined, the Cradle & ExpressCard may be inserted and removed from the PCMCIA slot without the need to reboot. Alternatively, the ExpressCard may be swapped in and out without removing the Cradle from the computer.

Fully Utilize the Latest ExpressCard Technology with PCMCIA Computers

ExpressCards offer many functionality and performance advantages. Users of computers with only PCMCIA slots can now realize these advantages without the need to upgrade their computers.

No Compromise in Speed

Data can be transferred at rates up to the full speed supported by the PCMCIA slot in the computer.

Key Features

• No software driver needed
• Enables "hot swapping" (insertion and removal of ExpressCards without the need to reboot computer)
• Compact, low profile design
• Broadly compatible
• Works with standard ExpressCard/USB devices
• Fits standard Type II PCMCIA or CardBus slots
• Runs on Windows® and Mac OS X operating systems

Specifications

System Requirements

• Windows® XP, Vista
• Mac OS X 10.3.9 and later

Standards Compliance

• FCC
• CE
• RoHS
• PC Card Standard 8.1
• ExpressCard Standard 1.2

Dimensions

• Module Size: 54 mm x 88 mm x 9 mm (2.1" x 3.5" x 0.4")
• Weight: 18 grams (0.7 oz)

ExpressCard Compatibility

• All standard USB electrical interface ExpressCards*
• Cellular broadband cards
• Memory cards
• Modem cards
• 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN cards
• Native PCI Express interface cards (i.e., Gig Ethernet, SATA, FireWire) are not supported.

Warranty and Support

• 1 year limited warranty
• Free technical support

The DuelAdapter Cradle package contains the following:

• DuelAdapter Cradle
• Install Guide in English (A multilingual Install Guide is available from the Downloads & Guides page)
• 1-year limited warranty and support card
  
• Product registration card

Disclaimer: Product and specifications subject to change without prior notice.
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