A Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) card adds extra functions to a computer, such as memory, sound, and video capabilities. It is mostly designed for portable devices such as laptops, tablet PCs, and PDAs. It is about the size of a credit card and fits into a matching slot in the device, with a 68-pin interface between the card and socket. It is designed for plug-and-play operation, and it can be pulled out without rebooting the computer.
Types Of PCMCIA Cards
Kinds of PCMCIA Cards include the following:
Type I
A Type I PCMCIA card is 3.3 millimeters thick. It is used for adding read-only memory (ROM) and random access memory (RAM) capabilities.
Type II
A Type II PCMCIA card has a thickness of 5.5 millimeters. It is commonly used in I/O devices such as fax modems and network adapters.
Type III
Type III PCMCIA card is 10.5 millimeters thick. It is used in portable disk drives.
Choosing PCMCIA Cards (Buying Tips)
Standard: Choose a PCMCIA card that meets all six fundamental hardware and software standards: Socket/Adapter Interface, Socket Services, Card Service, Card Information Structure (CIS), and the system software.
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