Using The Fingerprint Reader - Lenovo ThinkPad T431s User Manual

7. Using the cursor keys, move to an item you want to set. When the item is highlighted, press Enter.
8. Set other items that you want to set.
9. Press F10 to save changes and exit.
10. Press Enter in the Setup Confirmation window to confirm the exit.

Using the fingerprint reader

Your computer has an integrated fingerprint reader. Fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and
enable simple and secure user access. By enrolling your fingerprint and associating it with a Windows
password you can log on to the computer by swiping your finger over the reader, without typing passwords.
Enrolling your fingerprint
To use the integrated fingerprint reader, begin by enrolling your fingerprint as follows:
1. Turn on your computer.
2. Do either of the following:
• If your system is installed with the Windows 7 operating system, to start the Lenovo Fingerprint
software, refer to "Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system" on page 11.
• If your system is installed with the Windows 8 operating system, to start the Lenovo Fingerprint
software, refer to "Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system" on page 13.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to enroll your fingerprint. For more information, refer to the help
information system for the program.
Swiping your finger over the reader
To swipe your finger over the reader, do the following:
1. Place the ball of your finger (the central part of the fingerprint) on the small circle above the reader.
Ensure that the entire top joint of the finger is on the reader.
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