The Iogear Usb-C Cac Reader Is A Taa Compliant Usb Common Access Card Reader For Military, Government And Private Sector Workers Who Need Everyday Access To Secure Systems. Common Access Card (Cac) Or Smart Card Readers Are Used As A Communications Medium Between The Smart Card And A Host (E. G. A Computer, Point-Of-Sale Terminal, Network System, Etc. ) In Secure Systems Such As Those Used By Government, Banking And Health Care. Iogears Usb-C Common Access Card Reader Requires The Card To Be Inserted Directly Into The Reader Where Electrical Contacts Retrieve The Data Stored In The Cards Chipset. Iogears Physical Contact Readers Are Designed To Eliminate Misalignment, Which Reduces The Possibility Of Being Misread. Usb-C Is Quickly Becoming The Usb Standard With An Easy To Use Reversible Cable. Iogears Usb-C Card Reader Uses The Latest Usb-C Technology To Keep Up With Technology Demands And Replaces The Legacy Usb Type-A Standard. The Usb-C Cac Reader Provides Super Fast Transfer Speed For Your Cac And Piv Cards To Authenticating You To Your Classified Network And Complete Your Critical Mission In A Breeze. Often Referred To As A Smart Card, The Common Access Card (Or Cac) Is The Shape Of A Credit Card, And Is Embedded With A Data Chip Allowing Specialized Access. In Addition To The Embedded Chip, Smart Cards Are Usually Programmed With A Pin To Ensure Security For Both The Card Holder And The System Being Accessed. Having Reached Tremendous Adoption Rates Outside Of The U. S. , The Federal Government Issues Common Access Cards Programmed With A Personal Identification Verification (Piv) Chip Containing The Data Necessary For The Cardholder To Be Properly Identified And Granted Access To Secure Federal Facilities And Information Systems. Smart Cards Have Been In Use By The Federal Government In Accordance With Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (Hspd-12) Since 2006, And Now The Technology Is Rapidly Spreading To Banking, Healthcare And Other Areas Requiring Identity Verification And Secured Access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the dimensions of the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: The dimensions are two point six two inches in length, zero point six two inches in width, and three point zero six inches in height.
Q: What is the weight of the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: The weight is zero point two zero pounds.
Q: Is the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader compatible with all operating systems?A: Yes, it supports Mac OS, Windows, and Linux operating systems.
Q: How do I use the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: Insert your Common Access Card directly into the reader to authenticate your access to secure systems.
Q: Can I use the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader for banking?A: Yes, it is ideal for use in government, military, healthcare, and banking settings.
Q: Is the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader portable?A: Yes, it features a portable design, making it easy to carry for on-the-go usage.
Q: How do I maintain the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: Keep it in a dry environment and clean it with a soft cloth to ensure proper functionality.
Q: What kind of technical support is available for the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: IOGEAR offers a three-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Q: Is the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader TAA compliant?A: Yes, it is TAA compliant, making it suitable for government use.
Q: What is the read speed of the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: The read speed is fast at eight hundred twenty-five kilobits per second.
Q: Does the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader require additional software?A: Yes, a software driver may be needed to achieve maximum speed.
Q: What types of cards does the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader support?A: It supports Common Access Cards, PIV cards, and EMV2000 Level 1 approved cards.
Q: What is the power source for the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: It receives power through the USB-C connection, eliminating the need for additional power sources.
Q: Is the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader compatible with CAC middleware?A: Yes, but please note that CAC middleware is not included with the reader.
Q: Can the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader be used with both 3V and 5V cards?A: Yes, it supports both three volt and five volt cards.
Q: What is the material of the IOGEAR USB-C CAC Reader?A: The material is not specified, but it is designed for durability and portability.
