Windows 10: Fingerprint reader uninstall/install directions are not complete in blog

The answers to the questions on resolving fingerprint reader issues are not complete in any research I've done. I am NOT an expert, but the primary issue may be that when you get to the point of checking for Windows updates, you must also scroll down and check for optional updates. I could be wrong, but it worked for me after removing the device, restarting, and checking for additional updates. I used the instructions from the following site: https://www.intowindows.com/how-to-reinstall-fingerprint-scanner-driver-in-windows-10-11/

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Toshiba Tecra R840-S8430 will not boot into Win10 after installing the Toshiba fingerprint reader software

Hi,

Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

We understand the difficulties you are facing with the PC, while using the fingerprint reader.
We appreciate your effort in troubleshooting the issue and providing us the detailed information.

In this scenario you have already tried to install the Fingerprint utility driver in compatibility mode. We would suggest you to uninstall the biometric driver from the device manager and then install the

tc30609200e.exe driver. Steps to uninstall the driver completely.

1. Press Windows + X, select
   Device Manager.
   
2. Expand Keyboard device.
   
3. Right click on all the listed devices, then select
   Uninstall device.
   
4. Check the box beside Delete the driver software for this device.
   
5. Click Ok and use the installer to install the driver.

In addition we would also suggest you to enable
Windows Hello feature using Fingerprint Reader and check the Fingerprint login.

We await your response.

Aditya Roy

Microsoft Community – Moderator

 

windows 10 doesn't recognized internal fingerprint reader

Hi,

Welcome and thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

We regret the inconvenience caused to you

I will certainly help you.

I suggest you to uninstall fingerprint reader software from the computer and reinstall it in compatibility mode and check. Follow the below steps

Step1: Uninstall fingerprint reader software.

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    Press Windows key + X on the keyboard.
    
  • 
    Click on Control Panel
    
  • 
    Go to Programs and Features
    
  • 
    Right click your fingerprint reader software from the list and tap or click
    Uninstall.
    
  • 
    Reboot your machine
    

Step 2: If you have executable file of the corresponding driver, I suggest you to install the downloaded driver file in compatible mode. Follow the steps:

• 
  Right click on the driver, and click on Properties.
  
• 
  Go to the Compatibility tab.
  
• 
  Check the box for Run this program in compatibility mode for:
  
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  Select the version of Windows in the list of Operating systems.
  
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  Click OK.
  
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  Double-click the driver file to install the driver and follow the onscreen instructions.
  
• 
  Reboot your computer.
  

Also, refer:

Make older programs compatible with this version of Windows

Make older apps or programs compatible with Windows - Microsoft Support

Applies to Windows 10 as well.

How to: Install and Update drivers in Windows 10

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Let us know if you have any further query on Windows we are glad to assist you.

 

Instal stand alone Fingerprint Reader.

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I will assist you with this.

If you upgraded from a previous version of Windows or have an older fingerprint reader, your fingerprint reader might continue to work with Windows, but it won't be listed in Biometric Devices. In that case, you can try updating the driver. If you're using
fingerprint management software and you want to uninstall it to update it to a newer version, make sure you know your Windows password. You'll have to restart your computer and log on again after uninstalling the fingerprint management software.

If the drivers are not available for Windows 10 I suggest you to install it in compatibility mode and see if it helps.

To install in Compatibility Mode, follow these steps:

a. Locate the executable file (.exe file) for the driver installation program.

b. Right-click the file, and then click Properties.

c. In the Package Name Properties dialog box, click the
Compatibility tab.

d. Click to select the Run this program in compatibility mode for check box, click Windows 8 with which it is compatible with in the
Run this program in compatibility mode for list, and then click
OK.

e. Double-click the executable file to start the installation program.

Hope the above information helps. Reply with necessary information and the result to help you further. Thank you.