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Small rectangular HP card reader, matte black finish

HP

HP Y7C05B card reader for E40040dn E45028dn X654dn X55745dn E786dn E786z

SKU CH-0KBX-YXDJ2 MPN Y7C05B

A card reader compatible with E40040dn, E45028dn, X654dn, X55745dn, E786dn and E786z printers

  • Product typeCard Readers & Adapters
  • Authenticates users on six printer models
  • Keystroke reader adds secure login layer
  • Works with E40040dn and E45028dn devices
  • Supports X654dn and X55745dn series
  • Compatible with E786dn and E786z printers

Compatible Printer Models

The HP Y7C05B keystroke card reader is designed for the E40040dn, E45028dn, X654dn, X55745dn, E786dn and E786z printers. It adds secure badge authentication to these specific devices. This accessory is not for users who need wireless or mobile printing support.

Thermals Noise And Power

The reader draws minimal power directly from the printer’s USB port during normal operation. It has no moving parts, so it adds no audible noise to the office environment. Heat output is negligible and requires no additional cooling consideration.

Bundled Software Benefits

The accessory enables HP’s keystroke authentication workflow on the listed models. This integration allows administrators to enforce pull-printing and track usage per employee badge. No separate driver installation is required beyond the printer’s standard firmware.

How it compares

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Price $170.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model nameY7C05B
Part numberY7C05B
Product typeCard Readers & Adapters
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size130 × 112 × 48 mm

Questions about this item

How is the HP Y7C05B keystroke card reader installed on an E40040dn printer, and what step is often missed?

The reader plugs into the printer's USB or accessory port; the step often missed is enabling the authentication module in the printer's security menu so the device is recognised.

What maintenance or replacement will the HP Y7C05B card reader need over time?

The unit has no moving parts; only the external contacts may need occasional cleaning with a lint-free cloth, and the reader itself is replaced only if it fails.

What limit appears first on the HP Y7C05B during sustained, high-volume badge reads?

The printer's own job queue and processor speed become the bottleneck before the reader's simple USB interface reaches any throughput ceiling.

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