Smart Card Reader ACS - ACR40U-A

The ACS ACR40U is a modern smart card reader specifically designed for professional desktop applications where reliability, speed, and maximum compatibility are paramount. As a compact smart card desktop reader from Advanced Card Systems, the ACR40U combines a space-saving design with powerful technology and is ideally suited for continuous use in companies, public authorities, and organizations. The USB smart card reader supports contact-based ISO 7816 smart cards of classes A, B, and C as well as microprocessor cards using the T=0 and T=1 protocols. This enables the card reader to cover a wide range of common smart card applications, from secure authentication processes to administrative and regulatory use cases. Particularly in the fields of eGovernment, eBanking, and eHealthcare, the USB card reader impresses with its stable performance and reliable data communication between the card and the host system.

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Thanks to its high data transfer speed and support for modern protocols, the ACS ACR40U is ideally suited for applications where fast response times are critical. The reader enables efficient read and write operations, making it well suited for use as a health insurance card reader, for example in medical practices, hospitals, or billing centers. It also provides a reliable foundation in security-critical environments such as public key infrastructures, access control systems, or network security solutions. The robust construction is designed for a high number of card insertion cycles and guarantees long-term stable operation in daily continuous use. Two integrated LED indicators provide clear visual status information on card activity and device status, further enhancing usability and minimizing operating errors.

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A key feature of the ACS ACR40U is its high level of flexibility in terms of integration and configuration. The USB smart card reader is CCID-, PC/SC-, and Microsoft WHQL-compliant, allowing it to be seamlessly integrated into existing IT infrastructures. All common operating systems are supported, including Windows, Linux, and macOS, as well as mobile platforms such as iOS, iPadOS, and Android. This makes the smart card desktop reader a future-proof solution for heterogeneous system environments. In addition, the device supports firmware updates and the local storage of user data directly on the reader. These capabilities open up new application scenarios, for example for specialized security or identity solutions. The availability of both USB Type-A and USB Type-C variants ensures that the USB card reader also meets current hardware requirements.

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The overall concept is rounded off by the included stand accessory, which allows different positioning options—horizontal or upright—enabling optimal adaptation to the respective workstation. The ACS ACR40U is therefore not only technically powerful but also ergonomically well thought out. Companies looking for a reliable smart card reader for professional applications receive a powerful and durable solution with this model. As an experienced specialist in identification and security technologies, IDCRAFT GmbH provides competent support in the selection, integration, and operation of the appropriate smart card desktop reader. Rely on well-founded advice, high-quality hardware, and customized solutions - with the ACS ACR40U and the expertise of IDCRAFT GmbH, you create a secure and efficient foundation for your smart card applications.