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🔐 Unlock secure access anywhere with sleek, no-fuss power.
The AKERU Portable CAC Card Reader is a compact, USB 2.0 smart card reader designed for professional use with government-issued CAC, PIV, and ID cards. Compatible across Mac, Windows, and Linux platforms, it features plug-and-play installation, an LED indicator for status, and a unique tuck-away cable for portability. Engineered with an advanced ISO7816 chipset, it ensures secure, reliable access to military and government portals, backed by an 18-month warranty and lifetime support.



| ASIN | B09CTTKR8M |
| Additional Features | Compact, Plug & Play |
| Best Sellers Rank | #21,490 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #7 in Commercial Access Card Readers |
| Brand | AKERU |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (523) |
| Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.43"L x 2"W x 0.37"H |
| Manufacturer | AKERU |
| Media Type | Smart Card, CAC Card |
| Operating System | Mac OS, Windows |
| Warranty Description | 18 months lift time warranty |
R**T
Works on Linux - Tested working on Fedora Workstation 36 w/ Chrome 103.0.5060.53
About the product: Works on USG-issued PIV card. The tuck-away USB cable is both my most favorite and least favorite feature. It's nice that it folds away but I'm concerned that it will wear out from being flexed back and forth during normal use. The compact size and slim form factor make it easy to slip into a laptop bag. Overall, I'm satisfied with the product considering it's low price. Technical details: Tested working on Fedora Workstation 36 running the standard GNOME desktop environment w/ Chrome 103.0.5060.53 There are multiple Chrome Apps/Extensions that claim to work with smart cards. The exact one I used is called "Smart Card Connector" with extension ID "khpfeaanjngmcnplbdlpegiifgpfgdco". (You have to look it up yourself, external URLs are not allowed in Amazon reviews) Even though "Smart Card Connector" installs via the Google Chrome store, it's actually a standalone application and not an extension that runs within Chrome. To activate the smart card reader: - Close all Chrome windows - Connect card reader - Run: Applications > Chrome Apps > Smart Card Connector - Click Add Reader - Select the card reader from the list The card reader will remain active for the remainder of the GNOME session or until the card reader is removed, at which point the steps above must be repeated. * The Smart Card Connector app will display a warning that it is only intended to be run on ChromeOS, and the card reader will show an error once added. These can be safely ignored, the card reader will work fine.
J**E
GET THIS ONE
I have owned this CAC reading for quite some time now and have had zero issues with it. If anything I’ve had to lend my CAC reader because others CAC reader did not work. The design is way better than those that have a long wire and are not sleek at all. Will definitely recommend this to anybody who doesn’t want a big, bulky cock reader and can start anywhere.
C**.
This thing works!
Reads a cac like no other! (Or specifically like all the others?) I dont know how to word that.. but the point is, it works great! Its small, slips right into your pocket, doesnt have a mile long cord, and the cord tucks back into itself so your not worrying about damaging the cord!
J**T
Plug-n-Play, Compact, and Ready to Go Out the Box
For years I have been using my trusty old Identiv SCR CAC card reader. After finally giving up on me the other day I decided to try and find something that is more compact and did not have a ten foot USB cable (a bit of exaggeration, of course). This reader has been an awesome replacement! Worked right out of the box without needing any drivers and super compact. Simple white LED indicators to show power and if it sees the CAC card. Definitely give it a try!
C**Y
Worked instantly on my Mac
No driver or anything need on MacBook Pro and worked right out of the box. perfect compact size. Only downside is that the recessed indicator lights are difficult to see unless you're looking right down at it from above - but that is only extreme angles.
K**E
Awesome cac- make sure to install the driver and the certs
I purchased this cac reader last year. It worked great immediately, super easy to use on my MacBook Air. Then after about 6 months of using it the reader stopped working… I couldn’t figure it out and I knew it had a warranty so I went to the manufacturer’s website and talked to a couple of friends. Then figured out i needed to install the driver. In addition I needed to go through the steps on militarycac.com to make sure it would work properly on my Mac. After that, no problems whatsoever. It also looks super clean and minimal, love that. I’ve used this CAC reader for about a year and a half, - now even with the correct certs and driver installed my max is unable to read my CAC. It recognizes the cac reader but not the CAC itself. It had a nice run but I need to look for something new now
A**N
Small compact and does the job with no issues
I bought this CAC card reader for my husband as a replacement for the old one he had lost during our move. It's much better than the old one he had too. Love that it's tiny and portable and the cord is not so long and bulky messy all over the desk. This sits right next to your laptop in an organized matter. Definitely recommend this for anyone needing a Military CAC card reader that they can simply unplug and stash in their shirt pocket for a quick on the go.
A**Y
Doesn’t last
Failed after three weeks 😫
A**ー
マイナンバーカードが問題なく使えました
R**T
新しいカードリーダーを検討している中で、デザインが気に入り購入しました。 実際にデザインだけでなくクオリティも高く、またコード収納できるのできるので、驚くほどコンパクトです。現物初めて見たときはこれカード刺さるの?って思ったほど小さい印象でした。 これまではNTTのカードリーダーライターを使用していましたが、こちらのほうがデザインがよく、機能としてもB-CASカードの読み書きにバッチリ対応しておりエラーも出ませんでした。おすすめできます。
S**O
端子が収納でき、持ち歩きも可能。とてもいいです。
D**S
ドライバをインストールできません。
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