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#FINGERPRINT READER SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 10 INSTALL#
#FINGERPRINT READER SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 10 PASSWORD#

Bypass PCAWe're going to disguise the identity of the installer so the PCA will allow it to run. We're going to have to bypass the PCA to get this installer to run. You'll get an error message from the "Program Compatibility Assistant" (PCA), similar to this one:Ĭlick "Cancel". Run the installer (DPPM_201_ENG.exe)Now run the installer you downloaded from within Windows 7.

DPPM_201_ENG.exe (Download site #2 - Fileforum).

DPPM_201_ENG.exe (Download site #1 - Microsoft).

I am including multiple links in case Microsoft removes the installer in the future (since the product itself has been discontinued).

#FINGERPRINT READER SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 10 PASSWORD#

Download DigitalPersona Password Manager 2.0.1Follow any of the download links below.

#FINGERPRINT READER SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 10 INSTALL#

InstructionsFollow the steps below to install the Fingerprint Reader driver software on Windows 7 (32-bit). This post refers only to Microsoft-branded devices. Other similar fingerprint readers, like those built in to HP laptops, use different driver software and will not work with these instructions. These instructions will not work with the 64-bit version of Windows 7.Some earlier prerelease versions of Windows 7 did not require these extra steps to install the driver software.If you upgraded a Windows Vista installation that already contained the DigitalPersona software, users have reported that the fingerprint reader should continue working without any extra steps. These instructions assume a "clean install" of Windows 7.These instructions refer to the retail ("RTM") version of Windows 7.Note: These products have been discontinued.And possibly certain keyboards and mice with an integrated fingerprint reader, like the Microsoft Optical Desktop with Fingerprint Reader.Microsoft USB Fingerprint Reader (pictured).This article refers only to the following hardware and software combination: PrerequisitesThere are lots of fingerprint reader devices and different versions of Windows. Based on how well the fingerprint reader works in Windows 7 despite Microsoft's insistence, there's certainly evidence for that perspective.

A cynic might speculate that Microsoft is trying to cut corners on support costs and force users to buy new hardware with a policy of planned obsolescense. No one expects ancient devices to be supported by a manufacturer for eternity, but it's frustrating when Microsoft discontinues support for using its own devices with its own software. If you try to install the driver software anyway, Windows blocks it for "compatibility reasons." However, using the instructions in this post, you can install the software and use the fingerprint reader successfully in Windows 7 (32-bit edition only).

At the "This system must be restarted to complete the installation" screen, click "OK" to restart the computer.Īfter the computer restarts, the installation of the AuthenTec AES1660 Fingerprint Sensor is complete.If you have a Microsoft Fingerprint Reader, Microsoft will tell you that it won't work with Windows 7.

At the "Finish" screen, click "Finish".

At the "License Agreement" dialog, read the agreement, then, if you agree, click "I Agree" to continue with the installation.

At the "Select Country" screen, select the country for this installation, and then click "Next".

If the "Select Language" screen appears, select the language you wish to use, and then click "OK".

At the "User Account Control" screen, click "Yes".

Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the EP0000551682.exe file to begin the installation.

Download the EP0000551682.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).

The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.

To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs.