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Compact black USB smart card reader with indicator lights

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK N68 USB CAC Smart Card Reader Black

SKU CH-Z9J7-NHNJ0

USB smart-card reader and writer that handles CAC military cards, EMV bank cards, eID identity cards and standard SIM cards with a 12 Mbps transfer rate and full SDK kit for development

  • Reads CAC, EMV, eID & SIM cards
  • 12 Mbps transfer with shielded encryption
  • Full SDK kit for custom development
  • ISO7816, PC/SC & CCID compliant
  • Plug-and-play on all Windows systems

Professional Smart Card Reader for Secure

The SMUGDESK N68 is a USB contact smart chip card reader and writer designed for DOD military CAC card authentication. It supports multiple card types including EMV bank cards, eID identity cards, and standard SIM cards. The device includes a complete SDK development kit for secondary development and card programming tasks. Its compact black ABS housing makes it suitable for office, travel, and outdoor use.

Upgrade from Basic Readers for Development Needs

This model replaces basic read-only devices by adding full read and write capability alongside a comprehensive SDK toolkit. The jump is worth it for technicians and developers who require card editing, programming, or custom application integration. Compliance with ISO7816, PC/SC, and CCID standards ensures broad software compatibility for professional security workflows. The 12Mbps transmission rate provides fast data transfer for high-volume operations.

Verify Windows Compatibility

Before ordering, confirm that your workflow relies on contact chip cards rather than contactless NFC technology. The reader requires a USB port and the supplied drivers for full functionality on Windows systems. Ensure your specific smart card format — such as CAC, PIV, EMV, or SLE series — uses the ISO7816 interface supported by this hardware. No external power source is needed beyond the USB connection.

Highlights

  • Reads CAC, EMV, eID & SIM cards
  • 12 Mbps transfer with shielded encryption
  • Full SDK kit for custom development
  • ISO7816, PC/SC & CCID compliant
  • Plug-and-play on all Windows systems

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the N68 need an external power supply or any special bracket to mount it?

No, it draws power from the USB port and its compact ABS housing sits on a desk without brackets.

What driver step do people skip when installing the N68 on Windows?

They often forget to run the SDK setup from the included CD after the automatic CCID driver loads.

Which part of the N68 will wear out first and need replacement?

The contact pins inside the ISO7816 slot degrade after heavy insertion cycles.

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