HID Global R54270001 OMNIKEY 5427CK RFID Reader USB 2.0 13.56MHz/125kHz

Dual-Frequency RFID Reader for Access Control

The HID Global R54270001 OMNIKEY 5427CK reads both 13.56 MHz and 125 kHz credentials, covering HID Prox, Indala, MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1, iCLASS, iCLASS SE, iCLASS SEOS, and iCLASS Elite technologies. It connects via USB 2.0 Type A and operates as a native CCID device on Windows, Linux, and Mac without driver installation. A removable card retainer is included for stationary use cases.

Sustained Operation Without Driver Overhead

Because the reader uses a native CCID implementation, it maintains consistent communication with the host OS during long authentication sessions without relying on proprietary middleware. The keyboard-wedge mode emulates keystrokes directly into any focused application, so repeated card reads do not accumulate latency from background services. The integrated web-based management console allows configuration changes without interrupting the reader’s active connection.

Driver-Free Setup With Browser Configuration

Installation is limited to plugging the USB 2.0 Type A connector into the host; the OS enumerates the device as a standard CCID reader immediately. The web-based management tool runs in a browser for firmware updates and wedge formatting, removing the need for vendor utilities. The only common friction point is ensuring the browser trusts the local management endpoint, which may require a one-time certificate exception on hardened systems.