--- product_id: 9827539 title: "IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader, TAA Compliant, GSR202V" brand: "iogear" price: "46.64 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 3 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/9827539-iogear-vertical-usb-smart-card-access-reader-taa-compliant-gsr202v store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # USB 2.0 Fast Connectivity Supports 3V & 5V Smart Cards FIPS-201 Compliant Security IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader, TAA Compliant, GSR202V **Brand:** iogear **Price:** 46.64 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🔐 Elevate your security game with the IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Reader—where compliance meets convenience. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader, TAA Compliant, GSR202V by iogear - **How much does it cost?** 46.64 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/9827539-iogear-vertical-usb-smart-card-access-reader-taa-compliant-gsr202v) ## Best For - iogear enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted iogear brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Vertical Design:** Sleek, space-saving form factor fits perfectly on any desk, blending security with modern office aesthetics. - • **Plug & Play USB 2.0 Speed:** Seamlessly integrates with your workstation for instant, reliable smart card reading—no downtime, just productivity. - • **Versatile Industry Applications:** Trusted across government, healthcare, banking, and entertainment sectors—join the elite circle of secure professionals. - • **Unrivaled Federal-Grade Security:** FIPS-201 compliance ensures your data meets the highest US government standards—because your access deserves zero compromise. - • **Multi-Protocol Smart Card Support:** Compatible with ISO7816 Class A, B, and C cards, plus EMV 2000 Level 1 approval—future-proof your secure logins. ## Overview The IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader (GSR202V) is a compact, TAA-compliant device designed for secure network login and personal identification. It supports multiple smart card protocols including ISO7816 Class A, B, and C, and is FIPS-201 and EMV 2000 Level 1 certified. With USB 2.0 connectivity, it ensures fast, reliable data transfer, making it ideal for government, healthcare, banking, and entertainment applications requiring robust two-factor authentication. ## Description Get ready for the future with the new IOGEAR USB smart card access reader. Smart card readers are used as a communications medium between the smart card and a host (E.G. A computer, a point-of-sale terminal). a smart card is a small portable credit-card shaped pocket-sized card with embedded integrated circuits or ic chips which can process data. The combination of the small size and IC make them a valuable tool for security, data storage, and other special applications. The use of smart Cards can improve user security by combining something a user has (the smart card) with something only the user should know (a pin), This provides two factor security that is more secure than passwords alone. Review: Worth It - I did not purchase this on desertcart, but I did try and find reviews for it while I was standing in the PX and was surprised to find nothing, so I thought I would add my two cents after using it for about a month. Recently I purchased a better keyboard for my work computer after getting tired of using the supplied Dell. I needed a stand-alone CAC reader as a result. I looked at this one and a variety of others from SCR. I purchased this for two reasons: First, it was available from the PX, and I hoped some sort of QA testing would go into a product they would sell, returns would be easy as well as it was local. Secondly, other vertical CAC readers have negative reviews stating that the card sat loosly in the reader and over time had problems being read by the reader. This reader was suggested in one review as a product which did not have that issue. Things I like: - This is a surprisingly heavy piece of hardware. It will certainly not move around on your desk on its own. - While it is a "vertical" card reader, the reader portion actually separates from the base and can be used horizontally. I like versatility. - Plug and play. Just hook it up to your computer and it is ready to go as long as you already have ActivClient installed from a previous card reader. This is great for me as I'm using it on a government computer and getting even CON software installed requires an act of god. - So far after a month of daily use it has a 100% success rate of identifying my CAC when I plug it in. So far it's doing better than my Dell keyboard did. - Not particular to this reader per se but worth mentioning: the added versatility of having a standalone CAC reader off to the side of my keyboard and monitors is really nice. I now have my CAC tucked off to the side of the monitors, and it really cleans up my workspace. It does make it a little harder to remember to secure it when I walk away from my desk. - Looks professional. Nothing's perfect; things I don't like: - The cable could definitely be longer on this reader. If your laptop or tower is close to where you intend on having it you will not have any issues, but if your CPU is located under your desk and you don't have any USB inputs on your monitors you will probably have to purchase a USB extender... Guess what I had to do. On the plus side, Belkin has a USB extension cable on desertcart for a ridiculously low price, so if you think it's going to be close then do yourself a favor and order together. - I'm not sure if this is due to this CAC reader or some change in my hardware configuration, but after starting to use this my computer occasionally will not do the auto-lock after 10 minutes of inactivity. Not an issue for me really as I try to pull my CAC every time I move away from my desk (IA Security!) but maybe would be for some. Altogether I would say I'm very happy with this purchase. Review: When it works, it is great. - When it works, it is great; I'm less likely to leave the badge in the reader because the badge sticks up. Problem is that about half the time the system doesn't recognize the device at all, and I can't predict when it will be recognized. Sometimes the system doesn't recognize that there is a USB device (no power light). Sometimes it recognizes the device, but doesn't know what it is (tray icon indicates that the system has a new USB device, but can't find a driver). Other times it recognizes the device and I get red and green lights, but the system refuses to read from the device (I insert the card repeatedly to no effect). I have to keep the old SCR hockey puck on my desk anyway. ## Features - Usb smart card access reader - Suitable for applications in government, health care, banking, entertainment & Secure network login - Supports multiple smart card protocols & relevant industry standards for digital signage & Secure personal identification - Fips-201 compliant—meets us Federal information processing standard publication 201 - Emv 2000 level 1 approved & Support 3V & 5V cards - Suitable for applications in government, healthcare, banking, entertainment, and secure network login - Supports multiple smart card protocols and relevant industry standards for digital signage and secure personal identification - Fips-201 compliant: Meets US Federal information processing standard publication 201 - Emv 2000 level 1 approved and support 3V and 5V cards - USB Smart Card Access reader - Supports multiple Smart Card protocols and relevant industry standards for digital signage and secure personal identification - FIPS-201 Compliant: Meets US Federal Information Processing Standard Publication 201 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00BI4DJQY | | Best Sellers Rank | #3,175 in Computer Memory Card Readers | | Brand | IOGEAR | | Built-In Media | Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader TAA | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Printer | | Connectivity Technology | USB Type A | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 23 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00881317510617 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Item Type Name | IOGear GSR202V Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader TAA | | Item Weight | 13.6 Ounces | | Manufacturer | IOGEAR | | Mfr Part Number | GSR202V | | Model Number | GSR202V | | Number of Items | 1 | | Slot Count | 1 | | UPC | 806293538929 881317510617 809386469230 132018260876 803982759818 163121462130 611101358183 199030212177 012300172196 920240658444 617407452594 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | THREE YEAR | ## Product Details - **Brand:** IOGEAR - **Connectivity Technology:** USB Type A - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Printer - **Hardware Interface:** USB ## Images ![IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader, TAA Compliant, GSR202V - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61GnTteDknL.jpg) ![IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader, TAA Compliant, GSR202V - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41BMqUr49iL.jpg) ![IOGEAR Vertical USB Smart Card Access Reader, TAA Compliant, GSR202V - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71LiMK3KqoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth It *by G***S on July 31, 2014* I did not purchase this on Amazon, but I did try and find reviews for it while I was standing in the PX and was surprised to find nothing, so I thought I would add my two cents after using it for about a month. Recently I purchased a better keyboard for my work computer after getting tired of using the supplied Dell. I needed a stand-alone CAC reader as a result. I looked at this one and a variety of others from SCR. I purchased this for two reasons: First, it was available from the PX, and I hoped some sort of QA testing would go into a product they would sell, returns would be easy as well as it was local. Secondly, other vertical CAC readers have negative reviews stating that the card sat loosly in the reader and over time had problems being read by the reader. This reader was suggested in one review as a product which did not have that issue. Things I like: - This is a surprisingly heavy piece of hardware. It will certainly not move around on your desk on its own. - While it is a "vertical" card reader, the reader portion actually separates from the base and can be used horizontally. I like versatility. - Plug and play. Just hook it up to your computer and it is ready to go as long as you already have ActivClient installed from a previous card reader. This is great for me as I'm using it on a government computer and getting even CON software installed requires an act of god. - So far after a month of daily use it has a 100% success rate of identifying my CAC when I plug it in. So far it's doing better than my Dell keyboard did. - Not particular to this reader per se but worth mentioning: the added versatility of having a standalone CAC reader off to the side of my keyboard and monitors is really nice. I now have my CAC tucked off to the side of the monitors, and it really cleans up my workspace. It does make it a little harder to remember to secure it when I walk away from my desk. - Looks professional. Nothing's perfect; things I don't like: - The cable could definitely be longer on this reader. If your laptop or tower is close to where you intend on having it you will not have any issues, but if your CPU is located under your desk and you don't have any USB inputs on your monitors you will probably have to purchase a USB extender... Guess what I had to do. On the plus side, Belkin has a USB extension cable on Amazon for a ridiculously low price, so if you think it's going to be close then do yourself a favor and order together. - I'm not sure if this is due to this CAC reader or some change in my hardware configuration, but after starting to use this my computer occasionally will not do the auto-lock after 10 minutes of inactivity. Not an issue for me really as I try to pull my CAC every time I move away from my desk (IA Security!) but maybe would be for some. Altogether I would say I'm very happy with this purchase. ### ⭐⭐⭐ When it works, it is great. *by M***E on February 9, 2015* When it works, it is great; I'm less likely to leave the badge in the reader because the badge sticks up. Problem is that about half the time the system doesn't recognize the device at all, and I can't predict when it will be recognized. Sometimes the system doesn't recognize that there is a USB device (no power light). Sometimes it recognizes the device, but doesn't know what it is (tray icon indicates that the system has a new USB device, but can't find a driver). Other times it recognizes the device and I get red and green lights, but the system refuses to read from the device (I insert the card repeatedly to no effect). I have to keep the old SCR hockey puck on my desk anyway. ### ⭐ One Star *by B***O on May 1, 2016* Item does not work, not compatible with Apple / Mac and-or Mindbody software. 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