ZETES ACR38 eID Card Reader

The ACR38 transparent PC/SC smart card reader/writer with USB 2.0 full speed communication. It is designed as the ultimate smart card peripheral for a PC.
One of the strongest features of this card reader is its multi-platform support (Windows, Linux and MacOSX).
Providing secured network computing environment by its data encryption function, the SDK package allows users to easily develop their own application to best meet the specific system needs. The ACR38 is a low cost, yet reliable and effective smart card to PC interface with design focusing convenient use and harmony with other PC peripherals in shape and color.
It also provides the solution where the security of a smart card is required. It can be used as access control to a computer or network (intranet, extranet...), authentication for e-commerce (B to B, B to C)... It is also very simple to use and install. It is ideal for electronic commerce, home banking for e-purse facilities, secure computer access or any of a multitude of other applications.

Compatibility with national standards
Belgium: The ACR38U reader is compatible with the electronic ID card and the social security card (SIS).

OS
Windows ME, 2K, XP
Linux with PC/SC Lite 1.1 or higher
MacOSX 10.2.4 or higher