Installation Steps |
| Step 1: Obtain a CAC Reader |
| Step 2:CAC Reader driver / Video |
| Step 3:DoD Certificates / Video |
| Step 4:ActivClient |
| Step 4a: Update ActivClient |
| Step 5:IE adjustments / Video |
| Log into a CAC enabled webpage now to test |
Click the images below each readerto find online businesses selling the CAC reader you desire
SCR3310v2.0 USB Smart Card Reader. Part No: 905331. Identiv's SCR3310v2.0 is a small and ergonomic USB smart card reader with backside mounting holes. Jul 02, 2008 Smartcard reader for the Mac Pro? Discussion in 'Mac Pro' started by nemloc, Mar 21, 2008. Is anyone using a smart card reader with their mac pro? If so which one? Right clicking on update driver to find one or install one from the csmmicro site doesn't work.
ONCE YOU'VE DECIDED WHICH READER YOU WANT TO PURCHASE OR DOWNLOADED THE DRIVER, PROCEED TO STEP 3
A little bit of information / history: Not all CAC readers are created equal. This page shows over 45 different model CAC readers available. You will only see readers that I have tested and will recommend to you on this page (Except for the Non-Supported (old) readers section).
CAC Reader Manufacturers (listed alphabetically):
+iD | ACS | ActivIdentity | Belkin | Cherry | CP Technologies | DigiScan | GemPlus/Gemalto | HID | Identive (formerly SCM Microsystems) | IOGear | Litronic | Manhattan | NetSign | Omnikey | OPluz | Patrionics | Rocketek | SAICOO | Schlumberger | SIIG | SMK-LINK | Stanley Global | Unotron | Zvetco | Un-Supported (OLD) readers
NOTICE: The links to vendors / products is an attempt to save you time searching for the specific item, by linking you directly to the item shown. You will notice I have multiple [when I can find] vendors to choose from. I have no personal preference as to who you decide to purchase from. I am not endorsing any particular product or vendor, I'm merely informing you what works and where you can purchase a CAC reader from.
Identive (formerly SCM Microsystems) SCR Readers
SCR-3310 v2 CAC reader driver
Mac Friendly [10.5 - 10.14] Mac driver (most likely NOT needed) NOT Tiger (10.4.11)
Note: This model used to be sold at MCX / NEX / PX & BX and works with all versions of Windows
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
SCR-331CAC reader use driver located here sometimes you will need this driver, or this driver(works best with XP)
Mac Friendly [10.4 - 10.14]
If this reader does not initially work on your Windows 10 / 8 / 8.1, 7, Vista or Mac computer you may need to update the firmware
NOTE: Some Mac users are having problems with this old reader. If you are going to purchase a CAC reader, and have a Mac, we recommend the SCR-3310 v2 (above), or SCR-3500 (below).
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music StreamingSCR-3500 Smart fold mini USB Smart Card Reader
Mac Friendly [10.4 - 10.14]
Note: There is another SCR-3500 reader being sold with a Part number different from the original 905141 (sometimes shows as SCR3500A P/N:905430-1). If you are a Mac user, install thisupdated driver. Hold the control key [on your keyboard] when clicking the .pkg file [with your mouse], select [the word] Open
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
SCR-3311 Heavy base USB Smart Card (CAC) Reader driver
Mac Friendly [10.5 - 10.14](NOT Tiger (10.4 or 10.10 when using Centrify))
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
SCR-335 USB Smart Card Reader Driver
I do not have one to test
Identive Cloud 2700 R Contact Smart Card Reader
Mac [10.5 - 10.14] friendly with thisupdate
Did NOT work with Windows 8, DID work with Windows 7
SCR-301 CAC Reader
NOTMac compatible
IOGear Readers
IOGEAR model GSR202 USB Smart Card Reader Driver (GSR201Driver)
Mac Friendly [10.5 - 10.14](NOT Tiger (10.4))
If your Mac is having problems with this reader, you will need to update it using a Windows computer (or Bootcamped) Mac.
Note: This model is sold at the AAFES PX & BX
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
NOTE: 'Some' Windows 7 (64 bit) users are having problems with this reader not staying in device manager when the computer is restarted. Install the driver direct from IOGear and restart computer to remedy this situation. (This has worked for some people). Others are still having problems. You can update the driver manually following this guidance. The only other cure for it not working is to return it and consider a different reader on this page.
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IOGear model GSR203
Mac Friendly [10.5 - 10.14](NOT Tiger (10.4))
If your Mac is having problems with this reader, you will need to update it using a Windows computer (or Bootcamped) Mac.
Note: This model is sold at the AAFES PX & BX
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If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
IOGear model GSR202V
Mac Friendly [10.5 - 10.14](NOT Tiger (10.4))
If your Mac is having problems with this reader, you will need to update it using a Windows computer (or Bootcamped) Mac.
Note: This model is sold at the AAFES PX & BX
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
NOTE: 'Some' Windows 7 (64 bit) users are having problems with this reader not staying in device manager when the computer is restarted. Install the driver direct from IOGear and restart computer to remedy this situation. (This has worked for some people). Others are still having problems. You can update the driver manually following this guidance. The only other cure for it not working is to return it and consider a different reader on this page.
Stanley Global Model SGT111 USB Smart Card Reader 32bitDriver64bitDriver
Mac [10.5 - 10.14] friendly with thisupdate (NOT Tiger 10.4)
More information regarding this CAC Reader
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Stanley Global Model SGT114 Smart Card Reader 32bitDriver64bitDriver
Mac [10.5 - 10.7] friendly with thisupdate (NOT Tiger 10.4)
Mac [10.8 - 10.14] friendly with this update
More information regarding this CAC & multi memory SIM Card Reader
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Stanley Global Model SGT117 USB Smart Card Reader Driver
Mac [10.5 - 10.14] friendly with thisupdate (NOT Tiger 10.4)
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Stanley Global Model SGT118 USB Smart Card Reader Driver
Mac [10.5 - 10.14] friendly with thisupdate (NOT Tiger 10.4)
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Stanley Global Model SGT119XM USB-C Smart Card Reader
Mac Friendly [unknown] none of my Macs have USB type C
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Stanley Global Model SGT121 USB Smart Card Reader, Multi-Memory, SDXC, SIM Reader with 3-Port USB Hub Driver
Mac [10.5 - 10.14] friendly with thisupdate (NOT Tiger 10.4)
More information regarding this CAC Reader
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Stanley Global Model SGT122 USB Smart Card Reader 81-In-One Multi-Memory and Phone SIM Card Reader / Writer / Editor
Mac [10.5 - 10.8] friendly with thisupdate (NOT Tiger 10.4)
Mac [10.8 - 10.14] friendly with this update
This reader has 4 possible fixes to work with Windows 7:
1. Follow guidance in this PDF
2. Download patch from Microsoft
3. Download Realtek driver
4. Download alternate Realtek driver
More information regarding this CAC Reader
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Belkin F1DN005U USB Smart Card Reader PDF
Mac Friendly [10.5 - 10.14](NOT Tiger (10.4))
This reader will show up as an SCR-3310v2 in device manager
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
HID / Omnikey / ActivIdentity Readers
Smart Card Reader Driver For Mac
Omnikey 3021 USB Smart Card CAC Reader
Mac friendly after thisupdatedownload the 'OMNIKIEY 5X2X, 3X21 PCSC FOR MAC OS X'
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Omnikey 3121 USB Smart Card CAC Reader
Mac friendly after thisupdatedownload the 'Omnikey 3x21 PC/SC CCID Driver for Mac OS X'
If purchasing from Amazon, considerAmazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
HID OMNIKEY Cardman 5321 USB CAC Reader driver
Mac friendly after thisupdatedownload the 'Omnikey 5x2x PC/SC Driver for Mac OS X'
Advanced Card Systems Readers
ACR3801 USB Smart Card Reader
Mac friendly after thisupdate
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ACR38 USB Smart Card Reader
Mac friendly after thisupdate
If purchasing from Amazon, considerAmazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
ACR38U-TFC Pocket Mate Smart Card Reader
Mac friendly after thisupdate (except when using Firefox)
ACR39 USB Smart Card Reader (Also known as Patrionics ACR39U via AAFES)
Mac friendly after thisupdate
Rocketek / Opluz Readers
RT-SCR1 Smart Card Reader
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USB Smart Card Reader
(Rocketek RT-SCR10)
(Opluz model OPM610)
Does NOT read CAC in Windows 10, 8.1, 7, or Mac
GemPlus / Gemalto Readers
Gemalto IDBridge CT40 Smart Card reader
I do not have one to test
GemPlus USB-SW Smart Card Reader 32bitDriver64bitDriver
Mac 10.4 Friendly with driver update (10.5 & above have native support built in).
A Soldier could not get it to work, so, he purchased an SCR-331
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
GemPC Twin USB Smart Card Reader drivers
Smart Card Reader Driver Download
Mac Friendly [10.3 - 10.14] update 'may' be needed (only for 10.3-10.4)
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Cherry Reader
Cherry ST-1044 USB Smart Card CAC reader driver (alternate driver) (Windows) Instructions
Mac 10.7 & above have native support built in (10.5 & 10.6 need this update)
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Manhattan Reader
Manhattan 172844 USB CAC reader driver (XP, Vista 32, Vista 64, Windows 7) Instructions
NOTMac friendly
Zvetco Reader
Zvetco Verifi C500 All Metal SmartCard Reader
Mac Friendly
This reader will show up as an SCR-3310v2 in device manager
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
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+iD Reader
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+iD The World's Smallest ID Card Reader
Mac friendly
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CP Technologies Reader
ClearLinks CL-UC-200 Smart Card Reader
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NOTE: You can purchase this reader from a lot of different vendors, but the manufacturer doesn't list this reader on their suite to offer support. Use at own risk
NOTMac friendly
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
SIIG Reader
SIIG JU-CR0012-S1 USB 2.0 Smart Card Reader
Mac friendly with this
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If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
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DigiScan Reader
DS-C303 USB Smart Card Reader
Mac friendly
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
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SAICOO Readers
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DoD Military USB CAC Smart Card Reader
Mac friendly
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
Portable 2-in-1 DOD/CAC SmartCard Reader and TF/Micros SD card reader
Mac friendly
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
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SMK-LINK Reader
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VP3805 USB Smart Card Reader
Mac friendly
If purchasing from Amazon, consider Amazon Prime (free for 30 days), includes free 2 day shipping and the ability to watch over 40,000 movies and TV shows anytime and Music Streaming
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'Antique' Readers
The manufacturers have abandoned support for these readers.
Use at your own risk!!
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The CAC readers below 'might' work with Windows XP but NOTWindows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, or Mac OS X. This is partly because they will not read the PIV II CACs (GEMALTO TOP DL GX4 144, GEMALTO DLGX4-A 144, G&D FIPS 201 SCE 3.2, and Oberthur ID One 128 v5.5 Dual) and they [the manufacturers] haven't provided any firmware updates to read the newer CACs.
The simplest solution is for you is to get a modern vendor supported CAC reader above this section
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ActivIdentity Readers
ActivCard / ActivIdentity V3 Smart Card reader
Being told it is Mac friendly although the manufacturer does not show any support for this reader on Macs
ActivCard V2 Smart Card reader driver
NOTMac friendly(2 different Navy personnel have tweaked the firmware update for an SCR-331 and found an old XP computer to update the firmware from). They have never sent me a 'How - To.' I recommend you find a different reader on this page that is compatible with your OS.
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Cherry
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Cherry ST-1000U USB Smart Card Reader
NOTMac friendly
If you have the time, and want to play with updating drivers and such, you download a driver from https://www.hidglobal.com/drivers/14901 The Windows XP (64-bit) drivers supposedly will work with newer versions of Windows including 10.
See more at: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-hardware/cherry-smart-card-reader-stu-1000/975502f7-6b96-4e2f-960a-ea2e05474a34?auth=1
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DataKey
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DataKey DKR830 Smart Card Reader
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Gemalto
GemPC 430 driver support for Windows XP and older
NOTMac friendly (according to manufacturer website)
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Litronic / Netsign 215 USB CAC reader driver (alternate driver)
NOTMac friendly (according to manufacturer's website)
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The Schlumberger CAC reader below is here only for driver support. I do not recommend you purchase this CAC reader unless you are not planning on using a computer newer than Windows XP. This means it won't work on Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, or Vista as it is an old reader with NO support from the vendor.
Schlumberger ReflexV2 Driver (installation instructions on CAC drivers page)
Alternate installation file (installation instructions are in the .html file inside the zipped file)
NOTMac friendly
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Smart Card Reader Driver Mac Os X
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Unotron Reader
Unotron SpillSeal SAC2 - Washable Smart Card Reader (drivers)
I do not have one to test
Manufacturer website shows NOMac compatibility
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Identive (formerly SCM Microsystems)
SDI010 / SDI011 Contactless Smart Card Reader driver
NOTE: I was not able to figure out how to make the contactless part work, just the regular CAC slot
Mac friendly after thisupdate for Leopard and Snow Leopard (NOTTiger(10.4.11), or Lion (10.7 and above)
SCR-301 USB CAC reader (driver)
According to the Identive's website driver download page, it will not work on anything newer than XP
NOTMac friendly
Smart Card Reader Driver Scr 3310
SCR-111 Serial CAC reader
According to the Identive's driver download page, it will not work on anything newer than XP
Also, due to the fact that most computers do not have serial ports or use PS2 keyboards anymore, this reader is useless for modern computers. The manufacturer has not provided any updates to be able to use with the PIV II CACs or use with Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, or Vista.
NOTMac friendly
SCB Solutions sells CAC readers and has a full time person to provide support to their customers
If you live in the UK, you can purchase CAC readers from SmartCardFocus
Alternate driver download locations:
Mac Smart Card Reader Software
OTHER TYPES OF READERS TO CONSIDER
Laptop CAC reader (PCMCIA, ExpressCard, USB)
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