This SD Express card reader allows you to connect a SD Express (PCIe 3.1 x1) card to any USB-C-enabled laptop, desktop, tablet, or other device for high-speed data transfer of high-resolution images or video. Portable Design The card reader is bus-powered and features a lightweight aluminum body, making it ideal for traveling professionals such as photographers or videographers. Its compact form factor includes an attached 8.7inch (22cm) USB Type-C cable, eliminating the need to carry additional cables or adapters. Write Protection The SD card slot supports the mechanical write protect switch, which prevents accidental or unauthorized deletion, modification, or overwriting of data. This feature allows the use of the same card on multiple hosts while ensuring data protection. No Drivers or Software This universal card reader requires no drivers or software and is compatible with any operating system, including Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Linux. It works with USB-C-enabled laptops, desktops, tablets, MacBooks, and Chromebooks across all hardware platforms, including Intel, Nvidia, AMD, and Apple Silicon. USB 10Gbps Host Connection With a USB Type-C 10Gbps connection, this card reader offers faster data transfer speeds compared to USB 5Gbps card readers, significantly reducing the transfer time for large, high-resolution images and videos. It is also backward compatible with USB 3.0 (5Gbps) and USB 2.0 (480Mbps).