Cherry KC 1000 SC keyboard

CHERRY KC 1000 SC Wired Security Keyboard with Smart Card Reader

Discover the perfect fusion of reliability, security, and efficiency with the CHERRY KC 1000 SC, a professional-grade USB Keyboard designed for environments where data protection is paramount. This intelligent solution combines a classic, full-size office keyboard with an integrated PCSC & EMV Compatible Smart Card Reader, making it the ideal choice for government agencies, healthcare facilities, financial institutions, and corporate enterprises. Eliminate desk clutter and the need for a separate terminal with this streamlined, all-in-one device. As a keyboard 'With Cable', it offers a consistently stable and secure connection, free from the latency or security risks of wireless alternatives.

Engineered for performance and security, the KC 1000 SC is built to meet the most stringent industry standards. Its integrated chip card terminal is FIPS 201 Approved, certifying it for use in US federal government applications requiring the highest level of security for identity verification and access control. Furthermore, its EMV 2000 Level 1 approval ensures it can handle secure financial transactions and online banking with complete confidence. The keyboard facilitates secure PIN entry directly on the device, isolating your credentials from potential software-based threats on the PC and providing an essential layer of protection for digital signatures and secure logins.

The CHERRY KC 1000 SC is designed with both functionality and user comfort in mind. Its thin, ergonomic profile and low smart card contacting unit allow for comfortable, fatigue-free typing sessions. The full-size layout includes a complete set of 'Keypads', ensuring a familiar and efficient user experience for data entry and daily tasks. The smart card reader itself is ingeniously designed for convenient, one-handed operation. With broad driver support across Windows, MacOS-X, and Linux, this CCID compatible keyboard offers plug-and-play simplicity and seamless integration into virtually any IT environment.

Key Features:

* Wired security keyboard with an integrated chip card terminal for streamlined workflows.
* Secure PIN entry (Class 2 reader) enhances protection for sensitive operations.
* PC/SC smartcard reader for standardized communication.
* Supports multiple protocols including T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, and S=10.
* FIPS 201 Approved, meeting rigorous US government security standards.
* EMV 2000 Level 1 approved for secure payment and banking applications.
* CCID compatible for easy, driverless installation on modern operating systems.
* Capable of reading and writing to all ISO 7816 compliant smartcards.
* Thin design with a low-profile smart card contacting unit for ergonomic comfort.
* Extensive driver support for Windows, MacOS-X, and Linux operating systems.
* Enables simple one-handed operation of the integrated smart card module.

Technical Specifications:

* Product Name: CHERRY KC 1000 SC
* Keyboard Form Factor: Full-size (100%)
* Keyboard Style: Straight
* Connectivity Technology: Wired
* Device Interface: USB
* Keyboard Layout: AZERTY
* Keyboard Number of Keys: 105
* Cable Length: 1.8 m
* Product Colour: White