HP IPAQ H5100 And H5500 Series Pocket PC Users Guide

User’s Guide 10–14
Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
Setting “PIN AND fingerprint” for Logon
In this mode, you are required to enter both a PIN and a 
fingerprint to logon.
1. From the To d a y screen, tap Start > Settings > Password.
2. Select “PIN AND fingerprint” from down arrow list.
3. Select from the down arrow list the length of time the 
iPAQ Pocket PC can remain unused before you must reenter 
the PIN.
4. Tap 4 digits in the PIN field.
5. Tap OK or ENTR.
6. Tap a finger to enroll.
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Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
User’s Guide 10–15
3. Select from the down arrow list the length of time the 
iPAQ Pocket PC can remain unused before you must reenter 
the password.
4. Enter seven alphanumeric characters in the Password field.
5. Repeat step 4 in the Confirm field.
6. Tap OK.
7. Tap a finger to enroll.
8. Swipe the selected finger, as instructed. 
✎For more information on finger swiping, see the section 
“Enrolling a Fingerprint” or tap the Tr a i n i n g button.
9. Tap OK.
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User’s Guide 10–16
Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
6. Tap OK.
7. Tap a finger to enroll.
8. Swipe the selected finger, as instructed. 
✎For more information on finger swiping, see the section 
“Enrolling a Fingerprint” or tap the Tr a i n i n g button.
9. Tap OK.
10. Tap Ye s to save changes.
Setting “Fingerprint-only” for Logon
In this mode, you are required to enter a successful fingerprint to 
logon.
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CAUTION: In the event that an incorrect or unsuccessful fingerprint 
is repeatedly or...

Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
User’s Guide 10–17
Logging On Using PIN, Passwords, 
and Fingerprints
If you have set up a PIN, password, and/or fingerprint for logon, 
you must enter the correct PIN, password, and/or successfully 
swipe the correct fingerprint to use your iPAQ Pocket PC. 
When you power on your iPAQ Pocket PC, you will be required 
to enter your logon information on the PIN, Password and/or 
Fingerprint screen.
ÄCAUTION: In the event that an incorrect or unsuccessful PIN,...

User’s Guide 10–18
Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
Logging On Using a Password
You must enter the alphanumeric password you entered 
during setup.
1. Turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
2. Enter your password.
3. Tap OK or ENTR.
Logging On Using a PIN or Fingerprint
You must enter a PIN or swipe the fingerprint you entered during 
setup. iPAQ Fingerprint Reader remembers your logon 
preference.
The next time you logon, the PIN or Fingerprint window 
corresponding to your last logon will be displayed....

Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
User’s Guide 10–19
Logging On Using a Password or Fingerprint
You must enter a password or swipe the fingerprint you entered 
during setup.
1. Turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
2. Enter your password or swipe your enrolled finger.
✎To type letters, numbers, or punctuation, tap the Keyboard button 
at the bottom right corner of the screen. If you do not enter the 
correct password, you will be prompted to try again.
3. Swipe your fingerprint if you did not enter your...

User’s Guide 10–20
Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
Logging On Using a Fingerprint Only
You must successfully swipe the fingerprint you entered 
during setup.
ÄCAUTION: In the event that an incorrect or unsuccessful fingerprint 
is repeatedly or incorrectly entered, all data and applications stored 
in RAM are erased and the iPAQ Pocket PC is returned to the 
as-shipped configuration. It is recommended that you back up all 
data frequently when using the security features.The default number 
of...

Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
User’s Guide 10–21
Setting the Security Level
1. From the To d a y screen, tap Start > Settings > Password.
2. In the Fingerprint screen, tap Options > Security Level.
3. Select your preferred security level.
4. Tap OK.
You can set the maximum number of attempts allowed for 
logging on to your iPAQ Pocket PC. 
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User’s Guide 10–22
Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
Setting the Maximum Number of Attempts
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CAUTION: It is important to consider the maximum number of 
attempts. If you unsuccessfully enter your PIN, password, or 
fingerprint the maximum number of attempts, you will lose all data 
and applications in the RAM and your iPAQ Pocket PC will be 
returned to an as-shipped configuration.
1. From the To d a y screen, tap Start > Settings > Password.
2. When using a PIN or password, tap Options > Max...

Using the Fingerprint Reader (h5500 only)
User’s Guide 10–23
3. Select the maximum number of attempts.
4. Tap OK.
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