Manhattan USB-A Smart/SIM Card Reader, 480 Mbps (USB 2.0), Desktop Standing, Friction Type compatible, Hi-Speed USB, Cable 86cm, Black, Three Year Warranty

The Manhattan USB-A Smart/SIM 102025 is a compact desktop standing smart card and SIM card reader designed to improve secured data and access protection. It connects via a high-speed USB 2.0 interface (480 Mbps) and reads contact smart cards and SIM cards for authentication and secure information exchange. The reader is compatible with Windows and Mac, requires no external power supply, and includes an 86 cm cable for convenient desktop placement.

Advantages

This Manhattan USB standing card reader replaces less secure barcode and magnetic stripe methods by providing tamper-resistant authentication and reliable data transfer between card and host. Its USB-A plug-and-play design allows quick and easy installation without additional cables or power adapters. The unit is lightweight (0.06 kg), compact and suitable for desktop and notebook computers that lack built-in smart card readers. A three-year warranty is included.

Suitable for

• Secure access control and user authentication
• Financial transaction and loyalty program card reading
• Medical record and patient identification systems
• Toll, vending collection and similar payment applications
• Enterprise and single-user network sign-on

Key specifications

• Interface: USB 2.0 (480 Mbps)
• Form factor: Desktop standing reader
• Cable length: 86 cm
• Weight: 0.06 kg
• SIM card support: Yes
• Colour: Black
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): 102025
• EAN: 0766623102025
• Warranty: 3 years

How to use

Connect the Manhattan USB-A Smart/SIM card reader to any available USB-A port on a Windows or Mac computer. Install the provided driver and software from the included CD if needed; the device also supports plug-and-play in many systems. Insert the contact smart card or SIM card into the chip/contact area so the card’s contact pads align with the reader. The reader will authenticate the card and enable secure data exchange with the host application.

Recommendations

Place the reader on a stable desktop surface near the computer USB port, avoid exposing it to liquids and extreme temperatures, and keep the included driver/software up to date to ensure compatibility and security.