The Adesso SCR-400 is a USB-C desktop smart card reader built for military service members, government employees, federal contractors, healthcare professionals, and anyone who needs reliable contact smart card authentication at their workstation. It reads CAC (Common Access Card), PIV, national ID, and banking chip cards, giving users direct access to platforms such as ActivClient, AKO, OWA, Marinenet, AF Portal, DTS, LPS, Pure Edge Viewer, ApproveIt, and Disa Enterprise Email. The reader features a USB-C interface with a tethered USB-A adapter so it works with both current and legacy computers without requiring a separate cable or hub.
Setup is plug and play on Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, and Mac OS X 10.6 and later, with no manual driver installation needed in most cases. The device is EMV 4.0 Level 1 certified, FIPS 201 compliant, USB-IF certified for USB 2.0 full speed, and meets Microsoft WHQL requirements. It supports ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C cards at 5V, 3V, and 1.8V along with T0 and T1 protocols, ensuring broad smart card compatibility. Measuring just 2.5 x 3.3 x 0.375 inches and weighing 2.12 ounces, it occupies minimal desk space and is easy to carry between home and office for remote work or travel.