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Black rectangular smart card reader with SIM slot on left side, USB connector, matte plastic finish

NShi

NShi #N68 Smart Card Reader (Black)

SKU CH-8M84-A890T

USB smart-card reader for EMV, SIM, eID and CAC cards with ISO7816 and PC/SC 1.0/2.0 support

  • Type1 card
  • Reads SIM, eID and EMV cards for secure access
  • USB 2.0 full-speed link transfers data at up to 12 Mbps
  • ISO 7816 Class A, B, C support handles 5 V, 3 V and 1.8 V cards
  • Works with Windows 98 through Windows 10 plus Linux and macOS
  • Rated for 200,000 insertions with friction-contact durability

Product Identity

The NShi #N68 is a USB smart card reader that handles EMV bank cards, eID credentials, SIM cards and standard smart cards. It targets professionals who need ISO7816-compliant contact operations for online banking, digital signatures or military CAC access.

Setup Check

Verify that your computer provides a free USB 2.0 full-speed port and runs Windows XP through Windows 10, Linux or Mac OS X before ordering. The package includes an SDK kit on CD; if your system lacks an optical drive or the disc version is unsupported, plan to obtain the driver download link from the supplier.

Build & Connectors

The reader measures 85 by 72 by 17 millimetres and weighs 110 grams in a plastic housing rated for 200,000 insertions. A SIM card slot sits on the left side and accepts standard SIMs directly, while the USB cable provides both power and data without an external supply.

Highlights

  • Reads SIM, eID and EMV cards for secure access
  • USB 2.0 full-speed link transfers data at up to 12 Mbps
  • ISO 7816 Class A, B, C support handles 5 V, 3 V and 1.8 V cards
  • Works with Windows 98 through Windows 10 plus Linux and macOS
  • Rated for 200,000 insertions with friction-contact durability

Specifications

Type1 card

Questions about this item

What does the NShi #N68 package include and is any extra hardware required?

The box contains the card reader and an SDK kit on CD. No additional hardware is needed; the reader connects directly via USB.

Which card types can I use with the NShi #N68 reader?

It accepts SIM cards, EMV bank cards, eID cards and standard ISO7816 Class A, B and C smart cards (5V, 3V, 1.8V).

What does the 12 Mbps transfer rate mean for everyday use?

The USB 2.0 full-speed link moves data at up to 12 Mbps, fast enough for online banking, digital signatures and CAC authentication without noticeable delay.

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