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Device Manager --
Biometric devices - Fingerprint sensor
and / or
Cameras Windows > Camera type
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Fingerprint reader
Depending on the model, the fingerprint sensor might be integrated into the top cover / keyboard area. Check your system’s user manual.
Reminder: If the system does not have a fingerprint sensor, there might be a "cover plate" in place of the sensor.
If your system does not have a fingerprint sensor and the option is available for your model series, the sensor can be purchased and installed.
Device Manager > Biometric devices > Fingerprint sensor (if listed)
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Webcam / Camera
Windows Hello facial recognition requires an IR type camera.
Device Manager > Cameras
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Drivers & Software
First,
Check the Device Manager for the necessary hardware:
Fingerprint Sensor
IR Camera - Used with Windows Facial Recognition.
Next,
Sign into your computer's support website.
Open Category Software & Drivers
Click on Go to our Software and Drivers self-service page
If needful, select your Operating System / Version and click Submit
Open + All Drivers
Open All
The fingerprint sensor driver and / or camera driver - when available - is located in
Sub-Category Driver-Keyboard, Mouse and Input Devices
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Example - Device Manager - Biometric devices - Fingerprint sensor / Cameras
Device_Manager_Biometrics_Camera_1
Example - Device Manager - Fingerprint Sensor - Properties details
References / Resources
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Things that are “Face” / Facial Recognition
Your computer might – or might not -- have the required IR camera needed for Hello Face.
IR camera is a specialty device and is not standard on all computers.
Start Here >> Known Solutions:
HP PCs - Troubleshooting Windows Hello Face Recognition
HP Device Home Page - References and Resources
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NOTE: Content depends on device type and Operating System
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