LaCie has a fast, easy-to-install solution if you want to upgrade your laptop or notebook for use with USB 3.0 peripherals: their USB 3.0 ExpressCard/34. This adapter features two USB 3.0 ports and fits into an available ExpressCard/34 slot in your laptop or notebook. With this upgrade, you will be able to transfer data at up to 5 Gbps when using this ExpressCard/34 with USB 3.0 devices. Each of these ports is backwards compatible with devices that have USB 2.0 ports as well. If you're looking to upgrade your Windows or Mac* laptop with two exceedingly fast USB 3.0 ports in a tidy, easy-to-install setup, check out this product from LaCie.
Note:
To operate this card with your Mac laptop, you will need a compatible Mac Pro, a LaCie USB 3.0 driver, as well as a LaCie USB 3.0 storage device. Please consult the LaCie website for information on which Mac laptops are compatible.
Adds two USB 3.0 ports to your computer
Experience data transfer rates at up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 devices
NEC components for the highest level of performance and compatibility
Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices
Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7 laptops and select Mac laptops