EliteDesk 805 G8 SFF card reader

[BM84]

I'm doing some upgrades for my EliteDesk 805 G8 SFF computer.  I want to add the card reader because I'm tired of hunting around for my laptop to copy photos, etc.  (Yes I could get a USB reader but my desk is already cluttered with miscellaneous cables and adapters.)  I've looked through all the HP docs for this computer but I cannot find a part number for the card reader.  eBay and other sources have lots of used ones for older EliteDesk computers but I assume I need the specific one to fit in the bezel for my computer.  I did find the removable plastic piece that sits in the opening for the card reader on the bezel and found the 10 pin connector on the motherboard marked for the card reader.  Now I just need the correct part number and to look up the HP driver I may need to use the reader.  Any help is greatly appreciated.

[NonSequitur777]

@BM84,

Welcome to our HP Community forum!

According to the specs, your HP EliteDesk 805 G8 SFF has the option of a 5-in-1 SD media card reader. Information is sort of sketchy, but I believe the part number(s) for this card reader are: L905606-001 / L15896-001.

You can purchase this part online such as via Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Deal4GO-L15896-001-Replacement-EliteDesk-L02CR009/dp/B0D4HPDYR6?.

You can read all about this card reader in the EliteDesk 805 G8 SFF manual (see page 28): https://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c07859248.pdf?.

Installation Considerations:

• Bezel Fitment: Ensure that the card reader aligns with the existing slot on your EliteDesk 805 G8 SFF's front bezel.
• Internal Connector: Verify the presence of the appropriate internal connector on your motherboard to support the card reader.

Alternative Option:

• External USB Card Reader: If internal installation proves challenging, consider a compact external USB card reader to minimize desk clutter, such as this Amazon purchase option: https://www.amazon.com/SmartQ-C368-Multi-Card-Compatible-Supports/dp/B06Y1G18KS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid....

Kind Regards,

NonSequitur777

[BM84]

Thanks for the help.

Yes my PC matches the picture in the document and confirms the shape needed to fit and be secured in the cut out.  From the very limited reviews, it appears the same card reader came with a straight cable or a cable with a 90 degree connector to the motherboard.  Some say the angled one works fine others say the pins are backward so you have to cut the sheath off the cable and cut the connector out of the 90 degree surround so you can reverse the cable.  Unfortunately, the document doesn't appear to specify or show the actual cable for the card reader.  Few product listings on eBay, Amazon, etc. specifically list the 805 G8 SFF as compatible.  Mostly G6 and older models.  Nothing is ever easy it seems.  Thank you for putting me in the right direction.

[NonSequitur777]

@BM84,

We as HP Community experts are doing the best we can given the somewhat spare and diminishing resources we have to work with.

What I mean to say is this: trust me, I feel your pain, so to speak.

Kind Regards,

NonSequitur777