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Overview
Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader
 
Models
146805-B25 (for Compaq Armada and Compaq Evo notebook computers)

Introduction
The Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader provides a world class authentication and authorization solution for Compaq notebook computers. It simplifies the logon process and reduces the costs associated with managing corporate networks by eliminating the need for user passwords. The Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader now supports Novell® NetWare in addition to Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems.
Performance
The one-time registration of an individual's fingerprint takes only minutes. A tiny camera in the PC card captures an image of the user's fingerprint. Using complex algorithms, the Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader converts the image into a unique "map" of minutiae points. This map (not the actual fingerprint) is encrypted and stored within the computer or network. Once a user's fingerprint is registered, the logon process is simple and fast.

At logon time, the authorized user places a registered finger on the PC Card fingerprint reader. The reader, enabled by integrated Identix BioLogon™ software authenticates the fingerprint map. Computer or network access is instantly achieved. No other passwords are required.

With the Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader, personal privacy issues are no longer a concern—a user fingerprint cannot be recreated. For multifactor authentication, the fingerprint reader can be combined with a Compaq PC Card Smart Card Reader and Microsoft Windows password.
Key Benefits
  • Optical scanning technology in a mobile, user-friendly form factor
  • BioLogon software for network user authentication
  • Simplified operating system and network logon process—"The password they'll never forget"
  • Ability to enhance Smart Card technology
Compatibility
The Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader is compatible with Compaq Armada and Compaq Evo notebook computers that have standard PC card slots.
Option Spares Kit
The Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader Option Service Spares Kit part number is 153990-001.
Service and Support

The Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader has a one-year limited warranty or the remainder of the warranty of the Compaq product in which it is installed. Technical support is available seven days a week, 24 hours a day, by phone, as well as online support forums. Certain restrictions and exclusions apply.
 
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Technical Specifications
OS support Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Novell® NetWare
Reader technology Optical CMOS camera
Identification algorithm
 Minutiae-based processing
Minimum processor requirements Intel® Pentium® or higher
Minimum memory requirements Microsoft Windows 95/98—12 MB (32 MB recommended)
Windows 2000 and Microsoft Windows NT 4.0—16 MB (32 MB recommended)
System compatibility Any portable computer with a PC card slot that meets processor and memory requirements
Option kit contents Compaq PC Card Fingerprint Reader, BioLogon software, documentation
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