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Silver 5.25 inch front panel with card slots, eSATA, SATA, audio, dual USB 3.0 ports

Hetai Tech

Hetai Tech 5.25" Front Panel Card Reader eSATA SATA USB 3.0 Audio

SKU CH-SG68-V9C70

A 5.25" front panel adds an 8-in-1 card reader, eSATA, SATA, dual USB 3.0 ports and front audio jacks to a desktop PC

  • Type8-in-1
  • 8-in-1 card reader accesses SD, CF, TF, M2 and MMC/MS cards
  • Dual USB 3.0 ports deliver up to 5Gbps transfer speed for fast data
  • Front audio jacks give instant headphone and microphone access without rear cables
  • eSATA port provides up to 3Gbps external drive performance
  • Fits standard 5.25" bay for clean internal installation

Front Panel Card Reader & Hub

This Hetai Tech unit fits a 5.25" bay and combines an 8-in-1 card reader with front-panel I/O. It accepts SD, CF, TF, M2 and MMC/MS cards while adding dual USB 3.0 ports and audio jacks. Internal eSATA and SATA connectors provide additional drive links. The panel is designed for desktop builders who want convenient media access.

Suits builds needing front media access

Ideal for system integrators and enthusiasts who want card slots, front audio and extra USB ports in one bay device. Not suited for users who only need a simple external card reader or who lack a free 5.25" bay. Buyers requiring internal USB 3.0 header connections should verify motherboard compatibility before purchase.

5.25" bay requirement decides fit

The panel mounts in a standard 5.25" drive bay, so case compatibility is the single deciding factor. If the chassis has no such bay, the unit cannot be installed. All card slots, ports and internal connectors depend on this physical fit.

Highlights

  • 8-in-1 card reader accesses SD, CF, TF, M2 and MMC/MS cards
  • Dual USB 3.0 ports deliver up to 5Gbps transfer speed for fast data
  • Front audio jacks give instant headphone and microphone access without rear cables
  • eSATA port provides up to 3Gbps external drive performance
  • Fits standard 5.25" bay for clean internal installation

Specifications

Type8-in-1

Questions about this item

What limits sustained transfer speed when using the 5.25" panel's eSATA port all day?

The eSATA interface caps at 3Gbps, so long sessions cannot exceed that ceiling regardless of drive capability.

How much heat or noise does the front panel add when the dual USB 3.0 hub and card slots run continuously?

The unit has no fan or moving parts; heat stays low and operation is silent even with every port active.

Which motherboard headers and drive bays must already be present to install this 5.25" card reader panel?

A spare 5.25" bay, an internal USB 3.0 header for the hub, a front-panel audio header, plus free SATA and eSATA ports.

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