Kensington VeriMark Gen1 USB-A Fingerprint Key Reader - Windows Hello, Anti-Spoofing (K67977WW)

Received this today for my new laptop. I bought the 16” ASUS VivoBook with the Ryzen 7 top-tier CPU for $399 and the CPU is legit worth every penny, but the downside to the laptop is it doesn’t have a 144Hz display, fingerprint reader, or backlit keyboard. Seeing how cheap this was compared to other hardware I was hesitant, but Kensington is a brand I trust so I took the leap. It installed the needed drivers in Windows 11 Pro immediately on insertion and within two minutes I had it programmed and working for Windows Hello login, Microsoft 365, and OneDrive Personal Drive. Kensington pulled through. I am using it in the USB 2.0 port on the left side of the laptop and when it’s ready to read, it engages the blue light letting you know it’s ready to scan, then turns off as soon as the biometrics pass. It works quickly, even with 2.0 (lower power, why I chose it), and the driver it uses from Windows works well. I didn’t even get a hit for a second/better driver with Iobit DriverBooster Pro, so I am pleased Kensington delivered. It came rattling in the box, which I very much disliked, but it’s a solid component that works well. I recommend. I can’t speak for its longevity, yet, but I will if anything negative happens. No news is good news. Cheers!

I wanted to add biometric authentication to an older laptop. When I saw this item on sale during Black Friday, I took a chance and ordered it. As usual for Amazon where I live, the item arrived quickly and well packaged. After removing the keyring safety cap, I inserted the VeriMark key into an unused USB port and waited for Windows to download and install the necessary driver. Since I already had Windows Hello set up with a PIN, I simply needed to go to "Windows Settings->Sign-in options" (hint: go to Windows Settings and use the "Find a setting" search bar) set up the fingerprint reader. After that had been completed, I wanted to set up sites like Facebook and Google to use the VeriMark as a 2nd Factor authentication method (FIDO U2F). Try as I might, I could not get these sites to work with the VeriMark device. Since I am a Firefox user, I thought I should try Google Chrome. Low-and-behold, the device worked great with Chrome. After a quick search, I found an article that stated Firefox Quantum currently has U2F support disabled by default. A-ha! Hopefully, this will help others to fully enjoy this great device. Since I cannot post a link, perform a web search for "How to Navigate FIDO U2F in Firefox Quantum". While the FIDO U2F experience in Firefox is limited at the moment, turning it on is very simple. It only takes three steps. 1. Type about:config into the Firefox browser. 2. Search for “u2f”. 3. Make sure security.webauth.u2f is set to "true" to enable U2F support.

This is an excellent USB fingerprint reader that works perfectly with Windows and the "Hello" authentication. Once the fingerprint is recorded UNLOCK is about 100% when you touch your finger to the reader for passwordless authentication. You will notice that it has a keyring clip to attach to your keyring to take it with you. I am here to tell you...DO NOT NOT NOT TRUST THIS KEYRING CLIP !!!!!! Foolishly I attached it to my keyring so I can use this reader on more than one computer. BIG MISTAKE!! I arrived at my destination to use the reader. The clip was still attached to the keyring but the fingerprint reader was GONE! GONE! GONE! I realize now that since there is no actual latch to secure the reader to the keyring clip, it stays connected by friction, ONLY. Movement in your pocket can easily remove reader from clip. If you're lucky, you'll find the reader in your pocket. If you're unlucky (like me) the fingerprint will end up dropping on a street, sidewalk, or driveway and you'll NEVER see it again! If you transport this device, find a a way to keep it safe because the stock reader/keyring clip will separate, become lost, and you will NEVER see it again !! If not for the fact that I lost the reader off the keyring clip and will never see it again, I would have given this Five Stars. Because this resulted in the complete loss of the reader, I must knock off One Star because of this rather serious flaw. If you will not be transporting and keep it attached to one device, then this can be a GREAT fingerprint reader for you and I would RECOMMEND..

So I bought this device when I had a windows 10 device. They worked well, no issues. Now on Windows 11, can't get the device to start. I then went to their support pages, found a message (that is still up as of 1/1/2022...) "We are currently testing our software compatibility with Windows 11. Please check back for updates." So I waited a couple months to see if they had worked it out... nothing. So I opened a ticket on 12/17. Got a surprisingly quick reply that indicated the device works on Windows 11 and to follow the manual device installation. Well that didn't work. So I wrote back indicating after several tries, still wouldn't work. They replied again quickly on 12/20/21: "We regret for the inconvenience with Verimark Fingerprint key on Windows 11. We would like to inform you that we will escalate this issue to appropriate department and once we got an update we will get back to you. We appreciate your time and patience." Now on 12/31, I get another update: " We have not heard from you concerning your request for support in the last 14 days since we sent you a response. Consequently, we have changed the status of your request to SOLVED." - with further instructions to re-open the ticket... And of course the "we are testing message" is still on their site as mentioned above. Given built-in finger print readers work with Windows 11, this seems to be a ridiculous scenario with Kensington. But if true, avoid Kensington Verimark Fingerprint reader until they get their driver figured out. If in fact you have it working on Windows 11, feel free to let me know... I like pins as much as the next guy, but as always I prefer to give me windows machines the finger! :)

Easy troubleshooting: 1. This is a security hardware device. It must have direct access to your motherboard. Most laptops have a USB directly attached to the motherboard and do not run through a hub. But the USB ports on the FRONT of your desktop are not attached directly to your motherboard! It's a hub! Therefore this device will not work as it detects the hub as a possible MIM (man in middle attack) and will correctly refuse to work. FIX: Buy a USB cable, run it to the back of the desktop PC and plug the finger reader into the other end, bit of tape to hold it to your table and reboot. Open the "hello" section and add it as you need it. Driver problems: Win11 had problems with this reader. But if you look at the dates on the reviews they are old, years old. It's fixed for 99% of users now and requires nothing more than a reboot. WORST CASE SCENARIO: Driver won't load? Manufacturer website has it all covered. Easy even for non techs. Failed Reads: Usually just moist fingers or read needs cleaning. Glasses cleaning cloths are the best. Do not use cleaning supplies or it may not work again. Hope this helps. I thoughly recommend it! It's got more to offer if you need it and I have not one problem to report.

Works as advertised. Installs on Win10 21H2 and up and Win11 23H2 with no hassle or driver installation needed. Just requires Windows Hello setup as others mentioned. Seemed to work fine after initially adding multiple fingerprints, but the sensor seems oversensitive and also whenever my hands are damp after washing and drying the sensor seems to have an issue with this and often takes several tries before recognizing any of the index, middle, and ring fingers on my right hand. Many time Windows ends up requiring my PIN. It might be my fingerprints are harder for it to read because I have small hands but I have to tell you I am a mobile application and platform engineer and I test thousands of laptops and phones from all manufacturers and do not have this issue. My personal Macbook M1 Pro, Lenovo Thinkpad(s), and Samsung Z Fold and S21 and S23 phones don't have any issues at all when my hand is wet/absorbed water from prolonged exposure. They work every time regardless of the fact that I have to use biometrics to access these devices dozens of times a day. Not sure why this gadget is so finicky. So it's a decent device but you can probably save yourself a few bucks and buy a cheaper competitor's and it might even work better...

The Kensington VeriMark Fingerprint Key arrives with a protective plastic cover (not shown) hiding the metal contacts of this USB device. It's a little difficult removing it so just grab onto it and pull it off carefully. Save it in case you remove the fingerprint key for whatever reason, as it will protect the contacts. Installing the key is very easy and straight forward. For a clean install I closed some of the apps that run in the background such as AdGuard and MailWasher Pro. I then inserted the key into an open USB port and followed the directions as they appeared on-screen. This will eventually take you into Windows Security and you'll notice that the option to install a fingerprint scanner is now active. After you're finished with that section, you'll see the blue light, light up on top of the key itself. You'll then go through a fingerprint training exercise with the finger of your choice. I chose my right index finger. Be patient as it takes several slow swipes of your finger for the app to recognize all the ridges and valleys of your fingerprint. I had to start over a few times until I learned the correct speed to swipe my fingerprint. When that was recognized as being successful the instructions ask you if you wish to train another different fingerprint. I chose my left index finger, but I believe you can train any of your fingerprints. After training your fingerprints, Restart your computer. You'll now notice the blue light is lit up and waiting for you to slowly swipe your fingerprint past the sensor. You'll also notice a small fingerprint graphic near the top of your screen/monitor (see 2nd photo). I've noticed that in some of the reviews on this device that a few people say something like, "it worked at first, then it stopped working." I'm thinking they were gradually swiping their finger too quickly past the sensor. After the scan fails 3 times, you'll be prompted to enter your original PIN to access your computer. I believe if you just swipe your fingerprint a little bit slower than a fast swipe, you'll never have a problem. If a problem starts occurring with my scanner/key I'll post an update, but I don't think any issues will show up.

it works, it helps me log into my laptop quick and easy without having to type in my password. I was not able to install it easily, I had to do some work around to get it to work with my laptop. Considering my Laptop may be 11 years old. Overall, I would recommend because of its compact design and functionality. Great for laptop but for desktop user, I would look for something else? maybe?

Nothing has ever been so painless, this is truly plug-and-play: you plug it in a USB-A port and Windows instantly takes care of everything. 10 seconds later it's ready to work. At this point you'll just have to go to Windows Hello in your settings to register up to 10 fingers. In my experience, this sensor is about as fast and as reliable as the second Touch ID sensor from Apple (which is considered as a leading standard in fingerprint authentication). I haven't yet fully tested U2F. Look for it in a subsequent edit. EDIT >> I have now had the time to test U2F and there are a couple of things to know: * This doesn't work like a Yubikey for example. U2F in this, the same as for Windows Hello, is directly tied to the computer where the fingerprints and the 2-factor auth had been set up (in fact, as far as I understand this, it's Windows Hello itself that manages the U2F bit in conjunction with the reader). It is therefore not portable, no data whatsoever is stored on the actual sensor. You can't just take this dongle and plug it in an another computer to authenticate; it won't work. You can however set this up with multiple computers you own. For each one of these, you must run through the entire set up process and register a "new key" with your websites. If you were hoping to trike two birds with one stone using this (fingerprint scanning and portable U2F), you are out of luck. This severely cuts the usefulness of U2F support as, generally, your own computers will be considered trusted devices for 2FA and will never be asked to use codes or keys. * U2F support just came to Edge in the 1809 Windows 10 update and it's still flaky. It's outright unsupported on Firefox (unless if you dig in the config page and manually enable it, and even then it's not reliable). If you use Chrome, you're good to go. END OF EDIT <<

Słabo działa, szczególnie za te pieniądze, często i tak muszę wpisywać pin, ocena 3 jest i tak szczodra.

Denna fingeravtrycksläsare monterade jag på en stationär dator. Fingerskannern igenkänndes omedelbart av Windows 11 och den fungerar alldeles utmärkt. Rekommenderas absolut med högsta betyg.

Trustworthy brand, needs no introduction. Bought it for ₹3830, substantially more expensive than my previous USB fingerprint reader from Secureye (more than 2x), but it died recently after 3 years of usage, so had to buy this. Just in case you're wondering, it costs $19 on amazon.com (US), which is roughly about ₹1600. Since it gets imported here, it becomes so expensive. Works great on my Asus VivoBook 17 running Windows 11 Home, though after plugging it in for the first time, had to restart my computer so that Windows recognizes it properly. Proper Plug and Play experience. Much better compared to the previous one, as in that case I had to go to company's website, download the drivers, install them and what not. Build quality seems pretty good. Hope it lasts much longer than the one I had before. Works well with U2F on websites. I've used it with Google. Prompt comes automatically through Windows Hello when signing in. It's Made in Taiwan. If you can, wait for some kind of sale, it can go below ₹3K.

El dispositivo biométrico funciona perfectamente una vez que es configurado. En mi caso tengo Windows 10 y no funciono el plug an play. Sin embargo descargue el driver de la página y lo instale. Seguí las instrucciones de la página del producto y pude establecer las huellas como contraseñas fácil, y rápidamente, sin ningún problema. Y al bloquear el equipo el dispositivo lo desbloquea inmediatamente. Es pequeño y discreto muy útil para los que buscamos más seguridad en nuestros equipos.