Secure PIN entry
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After spending countless hours researching secure keyboards for my office setup, I finally decided to give the Cherry KC 1000 Smartcard Keyboard a try. I must say, I’m quite impressed!

The standout feature that drew me in was its integrated chip card terminal for secure PIN entry. In today’s digital age, data security is paramount, and this keyboard delivers on that front.

What sets it apart from other keyboards is the PC/SC smartcard reader, which supports various protocols such as T0, T1, S8, S9, S10, and even FIPS 201 Approved and EMV 2000 Level 1 approved. This ensures compatibility with a wide range of smartcards.

Another feature I appreciate is its thin design and low smart card contacting unit, making it easy to use even in tight spaces. Plus, the one-handed operation of the smart card module adds convenience without compromising security.

I also found the driver support for Windows, MacOS-X, Linux to be a game-changer. This versatility means I can use the keyboard across multiple devices with ease.

However, one area I’d like to see improved is the overall ergonomics of the keyboard. Despite its thin design, it still feels somewhat bulky compared to my usual keyboard. But given its unique features, I’m willing to overlook this minor inconvenience.

  • Wired security keyboard with integrated chip card terminal
  • Secure PIN entry
  • PC/SC smartcard reader
  • Protocols: T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, S=10
  • FIPS 201 Approved
  • EMV 2000 Level 1 approved
  • CCID compatible
  • Reading/writing ISO 7816 compliant smartcards
  • Thin design, low smart card contacting unit
  • Driver support for Windows/MacOS-X/Linux
  • One-handed operation of smart card module

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