This is what Sandisk technical support have told me today:
> There is indeed an issue with the compact flash slot on Windows 8 when being connected on a USB 3.0 port
> We are currently working on this to fix it.Until then we would suggest you to use the reader on a USB 2.0 port.
> I am really sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
> I will update you as soon as we fix this issue.
