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    expresscard sd reader fully flush with card inserted? exists?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by anarky321, Jun 25, 2016.

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    anarky321 Notebook Deity

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    trying to expand my storage in my x230, must be fully flush even with card inserted
     
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    Starlight5 Yes, I'm a cat. What else is there to say, really?

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    @anarky321 the built-in reader is pretty much flush, but you already use that. As far as I know, all expresscard readers are utter crap - and I pretty much doubt cards sit flush in any of them. These are the smallest USB microSD readers - consider them, because otherwise I believe you'll have to get your hands dirty and DIY a proper module yourself, or ask someone to do it for you. Good luck, and please let me know if you find some interesting solution.
     
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    Starlight5 Yes, I'm a cat. What else is there to say, really?

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    @anarky I purchased a microSD adapter like on photo, and it sits completely flush in those readers that accept it (not all do). X220 card reader does, though ejecting the adapter will require some additional tool. I use full-size SD card to push it further inside, and spring throws it out.

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