The HID OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox is a high-performance, USB reader for desktop use that can be used with any HID proximity card. Complete with a convenient card retainer and a robust housing, the HID OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox is compliant with all industry standards. Designed to facilitate ease-of-use, this dual-interface (contact/contactless) biometric reader works with your existing HID Proximity cards enabling implementation of new logical access applications without re-badging.
Q1. What is the HID OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox reader?
The HID OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox is a high-performance dual-interface USB smart card reader that supports both HID proximity (contactless) cards and ISO 7816-based contact smart cards. It is designed for desktop use and complies with all major industry standards.
Q2. What contact card standards does the OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox support?
The HID OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox supports ISO 7816 and EMV (Europay, MasterCard, Visa), Microsoft WHQL, and HBCI (Home Banking Computer Interface) standards for contact smart cards, making it suitable for banking and digital identity applications.
Q3. Can the OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox implement access without re-badging employees?
Yes. The OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox works with existing HID Proximity cards, enabling organizations to implement new logical access applications including network log-on without the expense of replacing employee badges.
Q4. What proximity card formats does the OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox read?
The OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox reads unique identification numbers from HID Proximity cards across all 26-bit to 40-bit and Corporate 1000 formats — the industry standard for physical access control.
Q5. Is the HID OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox environmentally certified?
Yes. The OMNIKEY 5325 USB Prox is RoHS and WEEE compliant, ensuring it meets environmental safety standards for electronic products sold in the EU and worldwide.