User Guide - Windows 7

7 External cards and devices
Using smart cards
NOTE: The term smart card is used throughout this chapter to mean both smart cards and Java™ Cards.
A smart card is a credit card-sized accessory that carries a microchip containing memory and a
microprocessor. Like personal computers, smart cards have an operating system to manage input and output,
and they include security features to protect against tampering. Industry-standard smart cards are used with
the smart card reader (select products only).
A PIN is needed to gain access to the contents of the microchip. For more information about smart card
security features, access Help and Support by selecting Start > Help and Support.
Inserting a smart card
1. Hold the card label-side up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is seated.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on to the computer using the smart card PIN.
Removing a smart card
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Grasp the edge of the smart card, and then pull it out of the smart card reader.
Using a USB device
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external device,
such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub.
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