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Black rectangular smart card reader with USB cable

Adesso

Adesso SCR200 Smart Card Reader

SKU CH-3N1K-SAH9A MPN SCR200

USB smart card reader with FIPS 201, ISO 7816 and CAC compatibility for government and military access

  • TypeFlash Reader
  • ColorBlack
  • TAA compliant for U.S. government procurement
  • FIPS 201 compliant smart card security
  • ISO 7816 certified for broad card compatibility
  • CAC compatible for DoD and military use
  • USB interface works with Windows and Mac OS X 10.6+

TAA-Compliant Smart Card Reader

The Adesso SCR200 is a USB smart card reader built to meet U.S. Trade Agreements Act requirements for government and military procurement. It holds FIPS 201 compliance and ISO7816 certification, making it suitable for Common Access Card deployments. The device targets agencies and contractors that must purchase TAA-compliant hardware for secure authentication workflows. It is not intended for buyers who need a multi-slot reader or support for contactless card technologies.

Driver-Free USB Installation

The reader connects through a standard USB interface and operates with the native PC/SC stack on Windows XP through Windows 10 and Mac OS X 10.6 or later. No separate driver package is required for these operating systems, so setup typically finishes after the OS enumerates the device. Problems usually appear when a middleware layer or specific CAC-enablement software is missing, not from the reader hardware itself. Administrators should verify that the target application supports CT/API or HBCI before deployment.

Steady-State Authentication Performance

During continuous use the reader maintains a stable USB connection while processing repeated card insertions for login or transaction signing. The ISO7816-certified contact interface handles the electrical sequencing for each session without overheating or timing out. There is no internal battery or cooling component that could degrade during long duty cycles in a kiosk or workstation. The unit is not designed for high-throughput batch processing where cards are read in rapid succession without pause.

Highlights

  • TAA compliant for U.S. government procurement
  • FIPS 201 compliant smart card security
  • ISO 7816 certified for broad card compatibility
  • CAC compatible for DoD and military use
  • USB interface works with Windows and Mac OS X 10.6+

Specifications

BrandADESSO
TypeFlash Reader
ColorBlack
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size140 × 89 × 36 mm

Questions about this item

How can I verify the SCR200 is operating correctly after plugging it in?

The reader is PC/SC and FiPS 201-compliant; insert a CAC or ISO7816 smart card and confirm the operating system recognises the device and launches the CT/API or HBCI application without error.

What accessories come with the SCR200 and what must I purchase separately?

The package includes the USB smart card reader itself; no cables, cards or mounting hardware are listed, so any required smart cards or extension cables must be bought separately.

Which version of the SCR200 should I select for Windows 10 and Mac OS X 10.6 compatibility?

The single SCR200 model supports Windows XP through 10 and Mac OS X 10.6 and later, so no alternate version or capacity choice is needed.

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