Microsoft Fingerprint Reader Vista
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I think I know the answer to this question, but I have to ask anyway. I am running 64-bit Windows (Vista or Windows 7) and I cannot get 64-bit drivers for the. It is really annoying that Microsoft continues to sell a product for which they refuse to fully support. This is the only piece of hardware that I cannot use on Windows 64-bit edition. I have found to date. I would even accept the fact that it is a hardware limitation, but I just don't understand why they don't sell an upgraded version that supports 64-bit. According to this post by Mike Swanson the following is Microsoft's official statement in this regard.
I recall being told about this during Tech-Ed last year as well. Thanks for your interest in Microsoft Hardware products.
Auctionworx enterprise. The Fingerprint Reader is no longer being manufactured by Microsoft but we recognize it may still be available from retailers and resellers. The product runs on 32-bit versions of Windows XP and Windows Vista. Microsoft will not be releasing any updates for the product to run on 64-bit versions of Windows XP or Windows Vista. The product is not supported on Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit).
To ensure this is clear to our customers, the product will not install on Windows 7 (the user is warned that the application will not run). If you currently use the Fingerprint Reader and are unable to use your product with 64-bit versions of Windows XP or Windows Vista or the Windows 7 beta release, please visit the following Web site for assistance: Source. You will not be able to use the discontinued Microsoft Fingerprint Reader with Vista 64 bit or Windows 7 64 bit Operating Systems now or in the future.
Therefore Microsoft is issuing a full refund, all you have to do is call Microsoft Supplemental Parts line (US only) at 1-800-360-7561. You will be asked to provide the unique PID # on the back of the unit and your mailing address so they can issue your refund check. Be aware, PID #'s are unique and will be used to confirm that a refund has not already been issued.