The traditional credit card uses a magnetic-strip which stores a very small amount of information and has no processing capability of its own. This provides two factor security that is more secure than passwords alone. The use of Smart Cards can improve user security by combining something a user has (the Smart Card) with something only the user should know (a PIN). The combination of the small size and IC (integrated chip) in the Smart Card make them a valuable tool for security, data storage, and other special applications.
What is a Smart Card Reader?Ī Common Access Card or "Smart Card" is a small portable credit-card shaped pocket-sized card with embedded integrated circuits or IC chips which can process data. The slim design of the GSR203 features a tuck-away USB cable and fits easily into your backpack, briefcase, or even pocket to make transportation effortless. Our latest Common Access Card (CAC) reader is the perfect communications medium between a CAC or "Smart Card" and a host (e.g. Go mobile with IOGEAR's Portable Common Access Card Reader.
The development kit is priced at only US$99.Portable Common Access Card Reader / CAC Reader The ACR39U SDK provides developers with tools, utilities, and sample codes, which enable the convenient and effective incorporation of smart cards into their solutions.
The ACR39U SDK is a complete package containing all the vital components required for the development of smart card applications using the ACR39U PC-linked smart card reader. Windows® XP, Windows® Server 2003, Windows® Vista, Windows® Server 2008, Windows® Server 2008 R2, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows 8.1, Windows® Server 2012, Windows® Server 2012 R2, Windows® 10
Windows® 7 (for users who did not install required Microsoft Windows Updates and get driver signature error (Code 52)) Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10, Windows® 11, Windows® Server 2003, Windows® Server 2008, Windows® Server 2008 R2, Windows® Server 2012, Windows® Server 2012 R2, Windows® Server 2016 R2
It also features a USB Full Speed interface and a smart card read/write speed of up to 600 Kbps. This compact smart card reader brings together sophisticated technology and modern design to meet rigorous requirements of smart card–based applications.
ACR39U Smart Card Reader ushers in new and modern technology to the world of smart card readers.