How to Download and Install APC Fingerprint Sensor Driver

How to Download and Install APC Fingerprint Sensor Driver

If you have an APC Touch Biometric Pod Password Manager (BIOPOD), you might be wondering how to download and install the driver for your fingerprint sensor. The BIOPOD is a device that allows you to log in to your computer and websites using your fingerprint, without having to remember or type passwords. However, the BIOPOD has been discontinued by APC and the software and driver are not available on their website anymore.

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Fortunately, there are still some ways to get the driver for your BIOPOD and make it work with your Windows operating system. In this article, we will show you how to download and install the APC fingerprint sensor driver in a few easy steps.

Step 1: Find the compatible driver for your BIOPOD

The first step is to find a compatible driver for your BIOPOD. The original driver was designed for Windows XP, so it might not work with newer versions of Windows. However, you can try to use a third-party driver that supports Windows Biometric Framework (WBF), which is a standard interface for biometric devices in Windows.

One possible source of such a driver is Microsoft Learn, where you can find instructions on how to install a biometric driver for Windows. You can also search online for other WBF-compatible drivers that might work with your BIOPOD.

Step 2: Download and extract the driver file

Once you have found a compatible driver for your BIOPOD, you need to download and extract the driver file. The driver file should be a ZIP or RAR archive that contains an INF file and other files that are required for the installation. You can use a program like WinZip or WinRAR to extract the files to a folder on your computer.

Step 3: Install the driver using Device Manager

The next step is to install the driver using Device Manager. Device Manager is a tool that allows you to manage the hardware devices connected to your computer. To access Device Manager, you can right-click on the Start menu and select Device Manager from the list. Alternatively, you can press Windows + X keys and choose Device Manager from the menu.

In Device Manager, you should see a list of device categories. Look for Biometric devices or Unknown devices and expand them. You should see your BIOPOD listed as an unknown device or with a yellow exclamation mark indicating that it needs a driver. Right-click on your BIOPOD and select Update driver from the menu.

In the Update driver window, choose Browse my computer for driver software option. Then click on Browse button and navigate to the folder where you extracted the driver files. Make sure that Include subfolders option is checked and click on Next button. The installation process should start and you should see a message saying that Windows has successfully updated your driver software.

Step 4: Restart your computer and test your BIOPOD

The final step is to restart your computer and test your BIOPOD. After restarting, you should be able to use your fingerprint sensor to log in to your computer and websites that support biometric authentication. You can also check if your BIOPOD is working properly by going to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options > Windows Hello Fingerprint and scanning your finger.

If everything works fine, congratulations! You have successfully downloaded and installed the APC fingerprint sensor driver for your BIOPOD. If you encounter any problems or errors, you might need to try a different driver or contact APC customer support for more assistance. e0e6b7cb5c