HID 20TKS-00-000000

In a busy government office, an employee inserts their PIV card into the HID OMNIKEY 20TKS to securely log into a workstation, ensuring compliance with FIPS 201. This desktop smart card reader connects via USB and supports ISO/IEC 7816 smart cards, making it ideal for secure authentication, digital signatures, and online banking. The reader is powered directly from the USB port, eliminating the need for an external power supply, and features a green LED status indicator for clear visual feedback.

Key specifications

• Interface: USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 1.1), 12 Mbps full speed
• Smart Card Interface: ISO/IEC 7816 with T=0 and T=1 protocols
• Supported Card Types: ISO/IEC 7816 Class A (5V), B (3V), C (1.8V)
• Standards: PC/SC, CT-API, EMVCo Level 1 (contact), FIPS 201, GSA APL
• Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
• Form Factor: Desktop with 1.5 m cable
• Power: USB bus powered
• Certifications: CE, FCC, UL, VCCI, RoHS, WEEE
• Durability: 100,000 card insertion cycles
• Driver Support: CCID compliant

Why choose it

The HID OMNIKEY 20TKS offers broad compatibility with major smart card standards and operating systems, ensuring seamless integration into existing IT environments. Its robust design and high insertion cycle rating guarantee long-term reliability, while the USB bus-powered operation simplifies deployment. The reader supports secure PIN entry via PC/SC API, enhancing security for sensitive applications.

Ideal use cases

• Government employee authentication with PIV/CAC cards
• Online banking and secure transactions with EMV cards
• Digital signing of documents in corporate environments
• Healthcare professional access to electronic health records
• Logical access control for workstations and networks

Good to know

The reader is plug-and-play with CCID-compliant drivers, requiring no additional driver installation on most modern operating systems. It comes with a quick installation guide and is backed by a 2-year warranty. The desktop form factor with a 1.5 m cable provides flexibility in placement, and the green LED indicates successful card insertion and power status.