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Fingerprint Reader

Backup

The file described below is necessary for recovering the Fingerprint authentication data. Bac k up this file periodically in a safe
location such as removable disk to avoid data loss resulting from some acci dents. We recommend you to store the file in a
removable disk or network drive because the benefit of Fingerprint authent ication security can be reduced if you keep the file
in the internal hard disk drive.
The backup password described below is necessary for bypassing the Fin gerprint authentication. We recommend you set the
backup password using the [Manage Fingerprints] wizard. If you do not define the backup password, you may lose your data
in case of authentication hardware failure.
File used by each user
• Backup user passport data
(Default name: <UserAccount>.vtp)
You need this file when you replace the embedded fingerprint chip, or the hard disk drive, or when reinstalling Windows.
This file contains the fingerprints, encryption keys, and logon authentication data.
NOTE
How to Backup:
Select [Identity] in [Account Operations] to save the user data.
•Click (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Identity] -
[Account Operations].
For further information, refer to the Protector Suite Help menu.
•Click (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Help] - [Help].
Password used by each user
• Backup Password for Enrollment
This backup password can be used in case of hardware failure to bypass the finger print authentication.
CAUTION
The passwords other than those explained above are also used for securi ty, so do not lose them.
For further information, refer to the Protector Suite Help menu.
•Click (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Help] - [Help].
Useful Information
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