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OptiPlex 780 : cable for the internal card reader
OptiPlex 780
Hello.
I want to upgrade my good old Optiplex 780 Desktop form factor, by adding an internal media card reader. I found a used one (ref OW812M) and it fits inside, but I dont have the cable.
I do not know what is the official reference of the cable . I dont want to buy a cable that may be to short for the central unit.
I have found several references (FH439, GH439, XN068, NT424) but I was wondering if there is an universal cable compatible ("flex bay" cable).
So, what may be the cable reference to connect a OW812M card media reader into an Optiplex 780 Desktop ?
Thank you !
redxps630
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January 16th, 2023 21:00
Thank you brad for helping OP. I may add that the original cable for 780 is
Dell FH439
780
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Internal USB Media Card Reader 19:1, Dell Precision TX500
the original media card readers for 780 are
Dell W816M
Dell 19 in 1 Media Card Reader, OptiPlex 780 Minitower
Dell 2VP58
Flash Storage Device Universal Serial Bus, Enhanced TANK/MSMT, OptiPlex
Flash Storage Device, UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS, READER, ENHANCED, MATRIX CYPHER SMALL FORM FACTOR, IOI
Dell 8RYX9
Flash Storage Device, UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS, READER, ENHANCED, MATRIX CYPHER SMALL FORM FACTOR, TEAC
Dell TW036
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January 16th, 2023 15:00
I couldn't disconnect the cable from the back of the card reader to show that plug.
If your card reader is the same as mine, link or photos should help you find a cable.
bradthetechnut
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January 16th, 2023 15:00
I Googled the part # above closest to the one I have and came up with: https://www.disctech.com/Dell-FH439-14in-9-pin-Flex-Bay-Media-Card-Reader-Cable?partner=1011&gclid=Cj0KCQiAiJSeBhCCARIsAHnAzT_4ZiM72IeDo_o8yLnOZ4aHN28yAxva-GwcvDSnf_UuzDYdkwBZICQaAl0MEALw_wcB
It just so happens I used to have a 755 that I replaced the card reader with USB 3.0. I can't sell on ebay though since it doesn't work with an account I have, yet buying does. Otherwise, I'd list the cable and link it.
Jerome F.
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January 17th, 2023 00:00
Thank you all for your answers. Now I know the different readers compatible with 780 (I was not aware that several references were sold). I will post a picture of the reader later. My concern now is to find a reseller with acceptable shipping fees to France .
bradthetechnut
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January 17th, 2023 10:00
Definitely post photos. Especially in case your card reader isn't one listed by redxps. And now I know Dell used different models also.
Too bad you didn't get one with a cable. I found one without the cable for $8 USD on Amazon, and with the cable for $7.83.
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January 18th, 2023 12:00
Here are some pictures. I can't find a reseller selling only the cable with a good price (shipping cost are expensive). I will wait for some used parts on Bay or something.
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January 18th, 2023 14:00
Yah, after posting the photos and reading redxps' post, I had a feeling your card reader might be different. I can't tell if the card reader connection is the same as mine since I couldn't disconnect the cable.