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product_id: 86768276
title: "HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader"
brand: "hid"
price: "€ 38.60"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
category: "Hid"
url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/86768276-hid-omnikey-3121-smart-card-reader
store_origin: PT
region: Portugal
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# Light Base Indicator CCID & EMV Certified USB 2.0 Plug & Play HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader

**Brand:** hid
**Price:** € 38.60
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Unlock secure access with style and speed

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader by hid
- **How much does it cost?** € 38.60 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/86768276-hid-omnikey-3121-smart-card-reader)

## Best For

- hid enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hid brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Instant Visual Feedback:** Light base indicator keeps you informed at a glance
- • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Sleek 6.7 x 8 x 2.8 cm footprint fits any workspace
- • **Universal Card Compatibility:** Supports both memory and microprocessor cards effortlessly
- • **Certified Security Compliance:** CCID & EMV certified for trusted smart card reading
- • **Seamless USB 2.0 Connectivity:** Plug & Play setup for instant productivity

## Overview

The HID OMNIKEY 3121 is a compact, USB 2.0 smart card reader designed for professionals requiring reliable, certified smart card access. It supports a wide range of memory and microprocessor cards, offers plug-and-play convenience, and features a light base for instant status updates, making it an essential tool for secure authentication in modern work environments.

## Description

CardMan 3121 is a CCID & EMV certified Plug&Play reader for PCs with USB 2.0 interface. Beside its easy installation, it reads memory- and microprocessor cards. CardMan 3121 is designed to meet all

Review: Value for money - Value for money
Review: Bad product because there is no support whatsoever from supplier. - Bad product because there is no support whatsoever from supplier. The HID material is totally useless for any practical purposes.

## Features

- USB connection
- light base
- CAC approved
- May require additional software

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00AT4NX8S |
| Best Sellers Rank | #49,626 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #5 in Access Control Smart Card Readers |
| Country of Origin | Philippines |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.7 x 8 x 2.8 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 98 g |
| Item model number | R31210049-1 |
| Manufacturer | Omnikey |
| Product Dimensions | 6.7 x 8 x 2.8 cm; 98 g |

## Images

![HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51FobDiHsWL.jpg)
![HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51wkuznVcVL.jpg)
![HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51X0GfjLQIL.jpg)
![HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71h0LQrtRvL.jpg)
![HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61nrHtqIjpL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this also a writer to chip??**
A: This is a reader/writer.

**Q: Does this card reader work with a VA PIV card?**
A: Yes it does! Works great if you're going to use it for remote work.

**Q: Is this omnikey 3121 version 1, version 2 or version 3?  version 3 does not work with the c2 rower i have**
A: Please see the information at https://www.concept2.com/service/software/concept2-utility/card-reader-overview-and-requirements 
Only Versions 1 and 2 work with the concept2 utility program. I suggest you return to the supplier and swap it with version 1 or 2.

**Q: If you have an hid prox card will this work with that**
A: I don't anything about a hid prox card.  This works with a smart-card.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Value for money
*by A***R on 17 March 2020*

Value for money

### ⭐ Bad product because there is no support whatsoever from supplier.
*by A***R on 30 June 2025*

Bad product because there is no support whatsoever from supplier. The HID material is totally useless for any practical purposes.

### ⭐⭐ Not working without software I bought the software but not working
*by B***S on 24 June 2020*

Which software is compatible with this plz send me link and complete name of the software

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*Store origin: PT*
*Last updated: 2026-05-16*