OMNIKEY® 5027: High-Frequency Contactless Reader with Keyboard Wedge Interface

The HID OMNIKEY® 5027 is a high-frequency contactless USB reader with a keyboard wedge interface designed for customers seeking easy integration with higher security and access management. Ideal for healthcare, financial services, enterprise, and government agencies, it extends the usage of existing access control badges for authentication to computers, networks, and cloud applications, augmenting use beyond physical access control.

Key Benefits

• Easy to Integrate: Keyboard wedge technology makes it ready for straightforward utilization of existing credentials by emulating keyboard strokes into applications.
• Paramount Security: Engineered for quick deployment, ensuring the protection of data while adhering to compliance and cybersecurity standards such as NIS2.
• Broad Credential Support: Supports high-frequency platforms including Seos®, iCLASS SE®, MIFARE® Classic, MIFARE® DESFire® EV1, and NFC.
• Preconfigured: Ready to use out of the box for the most common credentials and use cases.
• Simple Configuration: Easy to customize using the OMNIKEY Workbench Tool, configuration files, or configuration cards.
• Compact & Modular: Small and sleek footprint with optional mounting accessories (plates, screws, and glue options).
• No Additional Drivers: Uses the native Human Interface Device (HID) driver from the operating system.

Technical Specifications

• Host Interface: USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbps); USB 3.0 extended operability.
• Connector & Cable: USB Type A connector; 59.1" (150 cm) cable.
• Supported OS (Keyboard Wedge): Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Server; Linux (Debian 6.0+, Ubuntu 11.04+, Fedora 15+, Open SUSE 11.4+); Mac OS X; Android™ 4.x-8.x.
• Configuration Options: OMNIKEY Workbench Tool (Windows), Configuration API, Remote Management Configuration cards.
• Dimensions & Weight: 59 x 59 x 11.4 mm | 71 g.
• Warranty: Two-year manufacturer warranty.
• Certifications: CE, UKCA, FCC, UL, RCM, ICES (Canada); WEEE, RoHS3, Reach.