Card Reader IOGEAR GSR202 USB 2.0 Black

The IOGEAR GSR202 USB 2.0 Card Reader is a contact smart card reader designed to provide secure communication between smart cards and host devices such as computers or point-of-sale terminals. The device supports ISO7816 Class A/B/C cards (5V/3V/1.8V), both T=0 and T=1 transmission protocols, and complies with EMV 2000 Level 1 and FIPS 201-related requirements. With a USB 2.0 interface, LED status indicators and a compact black housing, the GSR202 is suitable for secure identification, authentication and data access tasks in a variety of environments.

Advantages

The reader offers FIPS 201 certification compliance and EMV Level 1 approval, supports multiple smart card protocols (including CAC) and follows relevant ISO/IEC standards for card communication. Its contact swipe design reduces misreads by ensuring reliable card alignment, while the USB 2.0 connection and LED indicators simplify installation and operation. The device is compact and lightweight, making it easy to deploy at workstations or point-of-sale locations.

Suitable for

• Secure network login and two-factor authentication
• Government and agency ID verification (PIV/CAC use cases)
• Banking and payment terminal environments
• Healthcare systems requiring smart card access
• Transport, entertainment and digital signage applications

Key specifications

• Model: IOGEAR GSR202
• Interface: USB 2.0
• Card type: Contact smart card (ISO7816 Class A/B/C: 5V / 3V / 1.8V)
• Protocols: Supports T=0 and T=1 transmission
• Approvals: FIPS 201 related conformance, EMV 2000 Level 1
• Compatibility: PC/SC reader-to-host interface; supports Windows and common Linux distributions
• Color: Black
• Weight: 0.091 kg
• Cable length: 1.5 m
• LED indicators: Power and successful scan

How to use

Connect the IOGEAR GSR202 to an available USB port on your computer or terminal. Install any required drivers or middleware for your operating system if they are not automatically detected; the reader conforms to PC/SC interfaces commonly supported by Windows and major Linux distributions. Insert or swipe the contact smart card according to the reader’s contact path until the LED indicates a successful read. When prompted by your authentication or application software, enter the card PIN to complete two-factor authentication or to access stored data.

Recommendations

The reader is intended for indoor use in controlled environments. To ensure reliable operation, keep contact surfaces clean and avoid bending or twisting the USB cable. Use cards that meet ISO7816 specifications and follow your organization’s security policies for PIN handling and credential management.