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Black desktop USB smart card reader, model 300

Adesso

Adesso SCR300 USB Smart Card Reader CAC DOD

SKU CH-CVRV-8YZ43 MPN SCR300

A desktop USB smart-card reader for CAC, government ID and contact chip cards, compatible with Windows and Mac OS

  • TypeFlash Reader
  • ColorBlack
  • CAC and government ID support for secure authentication
  • USB connection enables simple plug-and-play installation
  • Works with Windows and Mac OS for broad compatibility
  • Handles banking, digital signatures and online payments
  • Model SCR-300 designed for desktop smart card operations

Desktop CAC Smart Card Reader

The Adesso SCR300 is a USB smart card reader built for Common Access Card operations. It serves military personnel, government employees and anyone needing secure contact smart card authentication on a desktop.

Broad card compatibility included

The reader accepts CAC, government ID, national ID and bank chip cards for digital signature, online banking and bill payment tasks. Windows and Mac OS support removes the need for extra drivers in most environments.

Black desktop form with USB cable

The compact black housing sits on a desk and connects through a standard USB interface for simple plug-in use. No internal mounting or external power supply is required for daily operation.

Highlights

  • CAC and government ID support for secure authentication
  • USB connection enables simple plug-and-play installation
  • Works with Windows and Mac OS for broad compatibility
  • Handles banking, digital signatures and online payments
  • Model SCR-300 designed for desktop smart card operations

Specifications

BrandADESSO
TypeFlash Reader
ColorBlack
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size136 × 81 × 30 mm

Questions about this item

Will the USB connector on the Adesso SCR300 need replacement after heavy daily use?

The reader uses a standard USB plug that is rated for thousands of insertions, so the connector itself is unlikely to wear out under normal use.

What limits continuous operation when the SCR300 is used for back-to-back transactions?

The smart-card contact pads and the card's own chip set the pace; the reader has no internal battery or moving parts that would throttle sustained use.

Does the SCR300 get hot or draw noticeable power when left plugged in all day?

It draws only the small amount of bus power needed for the contact interface and stays cool during extended sessions.

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