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Full-size black keyboard with integrated smart card reader and large-print keycaps

Adesso

Adesso AKB-140SB Keyboard with Smart Card Reader 104-Key

SKU CH-ZYNR-05GKS MPN AKB-140SB

Full-size 104-key membrane keyboard with built-in smart card reader certified to EMV 4.0 Level 1 and ISO7816 for secure authentication

  • Secure login via built-in smart card reader certified to EMV 4.0 Level 1 and ISO 7816 standards
  • Full 104-key US layout with dedicated numeric keypad for complete data entry
  • 7 multimedia hotkeys provide direct control of playback and volume without software
  • 2× larger key legends improve readability in low-light or high-glare environments
  • Low-profile membrane switches deliver quiet typing suited to shared office and healthcare spaces

Secure Login Keyboard

The Adesso AKB-140SB is a full-size 104-key USB wired keyboard with a built-in smart card reader certified to EMV 4.0 Level 1 and ISO7816 standards. It targets professionals in banking, government, and healthcare who require hardware-based authentication for secure system access. The low-profile membrane design suits daily office workloads.

Plug-and-Play Integration

The keyboard connects through a standard USB port and requires no additional drivers for Windows PCs. Its integrated reader eliminates the need for a separate peripheral on the desk, freeing workspace while maintaining compliance with secure login requirements. The full layout includes a dedicated numeric keypad for data entry tasks.

Enhanced Usability Features

Seven multimedia hotkeys provide direct control over playback, track navigation, and volume without leaving the active application. Five internet hotkeys offer one-touch access to homepage, email, and browser navigation functions. Keycaps feature 2X larger print size compared to standard legends, improving readability in various lighting conditions.

How it compares

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Price $40.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 603 comparable items (median $48.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameADESSO
Size & build
Shipping weight0.89 kg
Package size452 × 173 × 43 mm

Questions about this item

How long does the smart card reader stay certified under continuous EMV 4.0 Level 1 use?

The built-in reader holds EMV 4.0 Level 1 and ISO 7816 certification for the life of the keyboard, so it remains compliant during all-day secure login, banking, or healthcare sessions.

Does the keyboard run hot or loud when the reader and all 104 keys are active for hours?

The low-profile membrane design has no fan or moving parts, so it stays silent and at room temperature even during extended typing and card-reading workloads.

Which USB port must the PC already have for this keyboard to work?

A standard USB-A port is required; the keyboard draws power and communicates over that single wired connection without extra drivers.

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