Installing Authentication Device on external USB Port

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  • beowulf
    Technician
    • Mar 2019
    • 22
    #1

    Installing Authentication Device on external USB Port

    Konica Minolta says it is necessary to install Local Interface Kit EK-608 before installing IC Card Authentication Device AU-201S.

    What if i do not install EK-608 OR do not purchase it and purchase only AU-201S and install it using Only external USB port which is normally used for external memory PRINT/SCAN functions.

    They say, EK-608 provide extra usb port for AU-201S and for internal connecgtion. EK-608 is also used for voice guidance. I do not need voice guidance and i also do not need extra USB port.

    My question is will AU-201s work on external USB port? OR EK-608 will be required for sure?

    Many Thanks
    Last edited by beowulf; 08-27-2019, 05:35 PM.
    Tags: au-201s, device, ek-608, port, usb
    • tsbservice
      Field tech

      Site Contributor
      5,000+ Posts
      • May 2007
      • 7635
      #2
      Re: Installing Authentication Device on external USB Port

      If customers accept to not use front USB sure, we installed Ysoft card readers on machines with only 1 USB port like C227,4050 etc.
      No problem they work, but there is one major disadvantage, you should disconnect card reader if want to update FW with USB Flash.
      But good question I'm intested in what others may suggest/do.
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        • Synthohol
          Certified Konica Expert

          Site Contributor
          5,000+ Posts
          • Mar 2016
          • 5463
          #3
          Re: Installing Authentication Device on external USB Port

          I've used the port on the mfp board, I don't install the ek kit. It's just a waste of money imho
          We know a thing or two because we've seen a thing or two.
          The medication helps though...

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            • blackcat4866
              Master Of The Obvious

              Site Contributor
              10,000+ Posts
              • Jul 2007
              • 22699
              #4
              Re: Installing Authentication Device on external USB Port

              Originally posted by tsbservice
              If customers accept to not use front USB sure, we installed Ysoft card readers on machines with only 1 USB port like C227,4050 etc.
              No problem they work, but there is one major disadvantage, you should disconnect card reader if want to update FW with USB Flash.
              But good question I'm intested in what others may suggest/do.
              This has been my experience on C3351's, C3350's and 4050's. It's inconvenient to load the loadable device drivers and firmware, but can be done. =^..^=
              If you'd like a serious answer to your request:
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              5) You are the person onsite. Only you can make observations.

              blackcat: Master Of The Obvious =^..^=

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                • emujo2
                  Service Manager

                  1,000+ Posts
                  • Mar 2017
                  • 1580
                  #5
                  Re: Installing Authentication Device on external USB Port

                  At least in the US, there is no AU-201S..If you mean the AU-201H, then there is no support for this reader past the C368 series. Please be specific as to the machine and reader you are asking about. E

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