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Security Using the Smart Card Reader (Select Models Only) Some notebook models are equipped with an embedded smart card reader. On these models, the driver for your smart card reader is preinstalled. No action is necessary to install the driver. The smart card reader is used with industry-standard smart cards, small plastic cards the size of a credit card. Smart cards carry a microchip containing memory and a microprocessor. Like personal computers, they have an operating system to manage input/output, and include security features to protect against tampering. A personal identification number (PIN) is needed to gain access to the contents of the microchip. Therefore, you can access a computer protected by a smart card only if you have the correct smart card and you know the PIN. Smart cards are available from a variety of manufacturers and service providers. Smart cards can provide functions such as protecting a Windows user account and securing online transactions. Card capabilities depend on the smart card itself as well as on the smart card application being used. In addition, you can use a personal digital certificate with the smart card reader. To do so, ensure that the personal digital certificate and software you purchase are compliant with the Microsoft PC/SC smart card standard. 12-24 Hardware and Software Guide