On Fri, 29 Nov 2002 09:53:22 +0000 Anne Wilson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > I've heard of many having success with CF, but > the only model I have heard > quoted as working for SM is the Sandisk > SDDR-77. I have had long > conversations with Sandisk, as that model does > not seem to be available here > in the UK. First I was told that it was > available, but then I was told that > there was only one model, a CF/SM reader with a > different number, that they > could offer me. I'm still trying to find out > if it is the same one, renamed. > > Anyone with any experience of working SM > readers in UK? John and I are still > looking for one. > > Anne Anne, I've had just the opposite experience. Most SmartMedia readers work fine, but CompactFlash can be problematic, and I'm only aware of one combo reader (CF/SM) that works under Linux (but I can't recall the brand). I don't know if you can get PNY products in the UK, but my PNY Smartreader works just fine under Mandrake 8.2 and 9.0). It is small, plain black and ugly and cost $29 (US) from Staples Office Supply. I don't know if they are in the UK, but they have a web site (www.staples.com) and I'm sure others carry the PNY brand. I'd give you the model number, but I'm not at that computer right now. If you're interested, let me know. My best recommendation, though, would to buy locally from a vendor who allows returns. Joeb
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