HP Nw9440 External Media Cards - Page 10

3 Smart cards ✎ The term smart card, which refers to both smart cards and Java™ Cards, will be used throughout this guide. 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. A personal identification number (PIN) is needed to gain access to the contents of the microchip. For more information about smart card security features, refer to the Help and Support Center. External Media Cards 3-1