Patent ID: 7364436

Claim:
A memory storage apparatus with dual connecting devices for use with first and second systems comprising: a) a casing, comprising a base and a cover; b) a printed circuit board located in the casing and having a circuit layout having a plurality of lead wires; c) a memory array having at least one memory component serving as a data saving device; d) a dual interface controller selectively converting a USB interface signal into a data signal and saving the data signal in the memory array and selectively converting the data signal into the USB interface signal and transmitting the USB interface signal; e) a first connecting device at a first end of the casing and having wires connected to a first side of the printed circuit board and one of external pin holes and connecting pins engaging a slot socket of the first system; and f) a second connecting device protruding outwardly from a second end of the casing and exposing connectors, located opposite the first end, and having a plurality of joints connected to the connectors and a second side of the printed circuit board; and g) a detachable cover guard selectively covering the second connecting device, wherein the second connection device is configured to connect with a USB socket and the first connection device is configured to connect with an application system, the second connection device having exposed connectors, the casing forming a notch to only partially surround the exposed connectors of the second connection device.