Can the BS10 read two cards at the same time?
Yes, Silicon Power states both the CFexpress Type B and SD slots can transfer simultaneously, with the reader's 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 bandwidth intelligently shared between them. Total combined throughput is capped at that shared 10Gbps ceiling, so individual card speed can be lower than using one slot alone.
What card types does the BS10 support?
One CFexpress Type B card and one SD card (UHS-II or UHS-I) at a time. Silicon Power states it does not support XQD, CFast 2.0, or CompactFlash media, and a microSD card requires its own UHS-II/UHS-I adapter to use the SD slot.
Do I need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port to use this reader?
No, but you need one to reach the full rated 10Gbps speed. Silicon Power states the BS10 is fully backward compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1 hosts, which will work at their own lower speeds.
Can I use the BS10 with an iPad or phone?
Silicon Power lists iPadOS, Android, and iOS support alongside Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS. Using it with a specific tablet or phone also depends on that device's own USB-C or OTG support, which is worth confirming for your model.
Is it normal for the reader to feel warm during use?
Yes. Silicon Power states the aluminum enclosure acts as a heatsink, and that feeling warm during operation, especially with large or high-capacity cards, is normal and indicates effective heat dissipation rather than a fault.
What happens if I unplug the reader without ejecting it first?
Silicon Power advises always safely ejecting the reader from the operating system before unplugging, and states it is not liable for data loss caused by improper removal. Treat this the same as any external drive: eject first, then disconnect.
Can I use a microSD card with the BS10?
Only with a UHS-II or UHS-I microSD-to-SD adapter, since the reader's SD slot is designed for full-size SD cards. Silicon Power states this requirement directly.
What cables come in the box?
Silicon Power lists a dual cable kit: a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-A cable, aimed at connecting to either a modern USB-C host or an older USB-A port without buying a separate adapter.
What's the maximum card capacity the BS10 supports?
Up to 2TB per card, for either the CFexpress Type B or SD slot. Whether a specific 2TB card of a given brand works also depends on that card meeting the UHS-II/UHS-I or CFexpress Type B standard the reader supports.
Where can I find the official datasheet and part number?
Silicon Power's official product page lists the part number (SPU3CCSREDBS100K) and offers a PDF datasheet under File Download.