--- product_id: 60803601 title: "CAC Card Reader" brand: "zoweetek" price: "NZ$51" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Zoweetek" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/60803601-cac-card-reader store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # 480 Mbps USB 2.0 speed Cross-platform: Win, Mac, Linux PIV, EMS & ISO-7816 certified security CAC Card Reader **Brand:** zoweetek **Price:** NZ$51 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛡️ Unlock secure access with military precision and effortless style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CAC Card Reader by zoweetek - **How much does it cost?** NZ$51 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/60803601-cac-card-reader) ## Best For - zoweetek enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted zoweetek brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Broad Software Support:** Compatible with all major CAC applications including ActivClient, AKO, OWA, and more—stay connected to your mission-critical tools. - • **Plug & Play Convenience:** Instant setup with USB Type-A interface—no drivers needed for hassle-free use. - • **Ergonomic & Precise Design:** Sleek standing form factor with a perfectly aligned slot for smooth, reliable card insertion every time. - • **Certified Military-Grade Security:** Supports PIV, EMS, ISO-7816 & EMV2 2000 Level 1 standards ensuring trusted DoD compliance. - • **Seamless Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Effortlessly integrates with Windows 10/11, Mac OS 10.15+, and Linux for ultimate flexibility. ## Overview The ZOWEETEK CAC Reader is a military-grade USB 2.0 smart card reader designed for seamless compatibility across Windows, Mac, and Linux. Certified to meet PIV, EMS, ISO-7816, and EMV2 2000 Level 1 standards, it ensures secure and reliable access to DoD and government systems. Its ergonomic standing design and plug & play functionality deliver a smooth user experience, supported by a wide range of CAC software applications. ## Description Product description COMPATIBILITY Can be used for all contact chip cards, kinds of CAC (Common Access Card). For all contact smart chip card operations: ActivClient, AKO, OWA, DKO, JKO, NKO, BOL, GKO, Marinenet, AF Portal, Pure Edge Viewer, ApproveIt, DCO, DTS, LPS, Disa Enterprise Email. SPECIFICATION USB: 2.0 Card types : 5V, 3V and 1.8V Smart Cards, ICC ISO/IEC 7816 Class A, B and C Operating System Compatibility: Windows 10/11, Mac OS 10.15 or above, Linux NOTE DOD and USG users need a third-party CAC Enabler program. Java is necessary for MAC user. Please install Java firstly on Java's official website. Review: No synching issues. - Worked as expected. Review: Excellent product - I'm very happy with this product. No more issues with positioning my smart card just exactly right to hopefully, maybe, get it to read. This thing works, it works well, and it works the first time. Even beyond the product itself, the software support was also very easy to navigate. I couldn't use the disc that was supplied with the reader to install the necessary driver, and instead needed to download it. The company website made this a breeze by showing pictures of their different devices that served as links to the necessary driver. No long list of exe files to sift through, just well organized and to the point. High marks for this reader, certainly worth my money. ## Features - Compatible with Windows 10/11, Mac OS 10.15 or above, Linux - Advanced Realtek Chipset; PIV, EMS, ISO-7816 & EMV2 2000 Level 1, CE, FCC, VCCI and Microsoft WHQL certifications - Supports ActivClient, AKO, OWA, DKO, JKO, NKO, BOL, GKO, Marinenet, AF Portal, Pure Edge Viewer, ApproveIt, DCO, DTS, LPS, Disa Enterprise Email and etc. CAC chip cards - Sleek ergonomic standing design, precise slot, convenient to obliquely plug card - Standard: PIV, EMS, ISO-7816 & EMV2 2000 Level 1, CE, FCC, VCCI and Microsoft WHQL ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B075ZN7FD3 | | Additional Features | Plug & Play | | Best Sellers Rank | #165 in Computer Memory Card Readers | | Brand | ZOWEETEK | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Printer | | Connectivity Technology | USB Type A | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,389 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 480 Megabits Per Second | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.3"L x 2.5"W x 2.5"H | | Manufacturer | Zoweetek | | Media Type | Memory Cards | | Mfr Part Number | AUS-ZW-12026-3-N2 | | Model Name | ZOWEETEK CAC Reader" or "Zoweetek Multi-Function Card Reader | | Model Number | 8541643211 | | Operating System | Linux, Mac OS, Windows | | Slot Count | 1 | | Special Feature | Plug & Play | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ZOWEETEK - **Color:** Black - **Connectivity Technology:** USB Type A - **Media Type:** Memory Cards - **Special Feature:** Plug & Play ## Images ![CAC Card Reader - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51YYN7igG0L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No synching issues. *by L***. on April 28, 2026* Worked as expected. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product *by N***R on March 18, 2020* I'm very happy with this product. No more issues with positioning my smart card just exactly right to hopefully, maybe, get it to read. This thing works, it works well, and it works the first time. Even beyond the product itself, the software support was also very easy to navigate. I couldn't use the disc that was supplied with the reader to install the necessary driver, and instead needed to download it. The company website made this a breeze by showing pictures of their different devices that served as links to the necessary driver. No long list of exe files to sift through, just well organized and to the point. High marks for this reader, certainly worth my money. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ CAC card reader works great on Windows 10 *by A***B on December 4, 2022* This was a plug and play on my windows 10 desktop. Never had to do anything else and my DOD CAC card worked perfectly allowing me access to the sites I needed. Tried it on my old MacBook Air and it would not read the certs. So if you’re using in a Mac you may have to do some other things to get it to work. Great value for the price too! ## Frequently Bought Together - ZOWEETEK CAC Reader, CAC Card Reader Military, DOD Military USB Common Access CAC Smart Card Reader, Compatible with Windows, Mac OS and Linux - Identiv SCR3310v2.0 USB Smart Card Reader - ZOWEETEK CAC Reader USB C, CAC Card Reader Military, DOD Military USB Common Access CAC, Compatible with Windows 10/11, Mac OS 10.15 and Linux (Type C) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/60803601-cac-card-reader](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/60803601-cac-card-reader) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-06-27*