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product_id: 231530997
title: "Mini USB Fingerprint Reader for Windows 11/10 Hello, TEC TE-FPA2 Bio-Metric Fingerprint Scanner PC Dongle for Password-Free and File Encryption, 360° Touch Speedy Matching Security Key"
brand: "tec"
price: "$1474"
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reviews_count: 9
category: "Tec"
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# 1-2 sec ultra-fast authentication Supports Windows Hello password-free login 360° fingerprint recognition Mini USB Fingerprint Reader for Windows 11/10 Hello, TEC TE-FPA2 Bio-Metric Fingerprint Scanner PC Dongle for Password-Free and File Encryption, 360° Touch Speedy Matching Security Key

**Brand:** tec
**Price:** $1474
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Unlock the future of secure, lightning-fast PC access—no passwords needed!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Mini USB Fingerprint Reader for Windows 11/10 Hello, TEC TE-FPA2 Bio-Metric Fingerprint Scanner PC Dongle for Password-Free and File Encryption, 360° Touch Speedy Matching Security Key by tec
- **How much does it cost?** $1474 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.mx](https://www.desertcart.mx/products/231530997-mini-usb-fingerprint-reader-for-windows-11-10-hello-tec)

## Best For

- tec enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tec brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **360° Touch Sensor:** Authenticate instantly from any angle—no fumbling, just fast access.
- • **Robust Security Metrics:** Industry-leading False Acceptance Rate <0.0002% ensures your data stays yours.
- • **Ultra-Compact & Portable:** Sleek USB dongle design fits in your pocket—security that travels with you.
- • **Multi-Fingerprint Registration:** Register up to 10 fingerprints per account for personalized, shared security.
- • **Seamless Windows Hello Integration:** Effortlessly unlock your PC with native Windows 10/11 biometric authentication.

## Overview

The TEC Mini USB Fingerprint Reader TE-FPA2 is a compact biometric security dongle designed for Windows 10 and 11. Featuring 360° fingerprint recognition and ultra-fast authentication within 1-2 seconds, it supports Windows Hello for password-free login and file encryption. With the ability to register up to 10 fingerprints per account, it offers personalized and shared security. Its low false acceptance rate (<0.0002%) ensures top-tier protection, while its plug-and-play USB design makes it portable and easy to use. Ideal for professionals seeking seamless, high-security access on the go.

## Description

- Designed for Windows 10 and supports Windows Hello Fingerprint Authentication. - USB Fingerprint Authentication when logging in to your computer. - Easy and light to carry anywhere! - It operates with USB power with a body size of 17mm in length x 20.6mm in width x 12mm thickness. - Just touch the fingerprint sensor around 1-2 seconds and it will immediately authenticate (For registered fingerprint).Faster and secured authentication than password inputting. - It is built with a 360°recognition, the registered fingerprint can be authenticated by touching anywhere in the fingerprint sensor. - Fingerprint Authentication Accuracy: FRR (False Recognition Rate) 1.92% or less | FAR (False Acceptance Rate) Less than 0.0002％ - Up to 10 fingerprints can be registered, and if you use it with a shared computer up to 10 entries can be registered for each account. In Windows 10, the driver should be automatically updated by Windows if your device is connected to the internet. You can check the YouTube video URL below for the instructional video on how to trigger the manual update for the USB Fingerprint device driver. Windows 10 TE-FPA2 USB Fingerprint Reader Manual Driver Installation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQVrYNWEXoY&feature=youtu.beIf in case the Windows 10 manual trigger of driver update does not work, please download the driver manually at the URL below:https://www.dropbox.com/s/4loare3farsin3f/EFD3.10.12001.10102_USB_Driver_WHQL.rar?dl=0 Please feel free to message us anytime if you are experiencing any difficulty installing or using the TE-FPA2 USB Fingerprint Reader device.

Review: Works Great with Windows 11 25H2 - I love this device! I don't know how I've gone so long without one. Installation on Windows 11 25H2 is quite easy! Here's how. * Plug in the TEC fingerprint reader and Windows plug-and-play quickly recognizes it and installs the driver. * Go to Settings -> Accounts -> Sign-in Options and under "Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello)" you should see "Sign in with your fingerprint scanner (Recommended)". If it says "This option is currently unavailable", check Device Manager to see if the Biometric Devices -> ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor is there without a warning icon. * Open "Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello)" and click the Set up button to register a finger to get you started. You can add registration of more fingers later if you like. * Lock screen, or sign out. * Simply put the registered finger on the fingerprint reader. Boom, you're logged in instantly! * If you're installing on a laptop or desktop that goes to sleep (my desktop isn't configured to go to sleep, so I didn't bother with this), you'll find that Windows may choose to turn off power to the fingerprint reader at times. You should change that behavior in Device Manager. Open Biometric Devices -> ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor properties, and on the Power Management tab uncheck "allow the computer to turn off this device to save power". Warning: Don't expect fingerprint to show as a sign-in option on the Lock or Login screens! Microsoft apparently chose to not show fingerprint as an option once "Fingerprint recognition" is enabled. Just go ahead and use the fingerprint reader. This behavior had me confused for quite a while, as I wrongly thought its absence on the Lock or Login screens sign-in option meant the fingerprint reader wasn't available. Note: In Windows 11 Microsoft got rid of the "Sign in with an external camera or fingerprint reader" Sign-in Option so there's no need to turn that option on as it's just enabled automatically. Some reviewers who installed on Windows 10 state that you must turn that option on, but don't worry because you can't find it any more.
Review: It takes a little finess, but it works great! - So depending on your Windows version this sensor may or may not be plug-and-play. BUT, there is a way to make it work amd it's not hard to do so. I'll leave pictures to show the steps. There are two things that need to be done in order for it to work with Windows Home/Pro 24H2. 1. You have to shut off power management to the device. Not a big deal as the device uses very little power to begin with and is only needing said power when it's looking for your fingerprint. Otherwise it's just as dormant as your keyboard with use. 2. You have to enable the use of external sign-in options in windows. Because it's not integrated and therefore considered a third-party device to the system Windows enhanced sign-on doesn't recognize it as a Windows Hello device. By enabling the use of external sign-on devices you enable the use of devices like this. Mind you you will have to have a pin to enable the device and store fingerprints. Go down to the start button and RIGHT-click it. Go to Device Manager Open Biometric Devices RIGHT-click ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor LEFT-click Properties LEFT-click Power Management Uncheck the box that says "allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" LEFT-click Okay Again, RIGHT-click the Start Button and select Settings. LEFT-click Accounts LEFT-click Sign-in options LEFT-click Sign in with an external camera or fingerprint reader to turn it on Restart the computer Now you can enjoy this great reader. It is fast and accurate and is a great addition to any Windows Hello setup!

## Features

- Designed for Windows 10: Supports Windows Hello Authentication
- Fast Fingerprint Authentication
- Documents/Folder Encryption
- 360° Fingerprint Recognition | Multi-Fingerprint Registration
- [24/7 Customer Support] Please send a message directly to our store to assist you if you are encountering any difficulty with using this item. Our team is always here happy to assist you. Kindly see the product description below for the troubleshooting instruction with installing the driver for this device.
- *** This item is not compatible with ARM Based Chipsets.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08DCFMSLG |
| Best Sellers Rank | #10 in Security & Surveillance Biometrics |
| Brand | TEC |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (812) |
| Date First Available | July 28, 2020 |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.69 x 8.13 x 4.72 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.176 ounces |
| Item model number | TE-FPA2 |
| Manufacturer | TEC |
| Product Dimensions | 6.69 x 8.13 x 4.72 inches |
| Series | TE-FPA2 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** TEC
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Item Weight:** 5 Grams
- **Minimum Required Operating System Version:** Windows 10
- **Minimum System Requirements:** Windows 10
- **Model Name:** TE-FPA2
- **Product Dimensions:** 0.47"D x 0.81"W x 0.47"H
- **Resolution:** 600 dpi
- **Scanner Type:** Finger Print
- **Sheet Size:** Legal

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it Linux compatible?**
A: Yes, I have set it up in Mint Linux

**Q: will it work with windows 11?**
A: Yes, I am using it with Windows 11

**Q: Is there a Linux/Zoran driver?**
A: This is plug and play. No drivers to load. It would depend on your Linux Os. If it supports the reader.

**Q: Will it work with lastpass?**
A: It works with Bitwarden and 1password for sure. I diched lastpass years aho after their first hack so I dunno.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great with Windows 11 25H2
*by S***T on December 9, 2025*

I love this device! I don't know how I've gone so long without one. Installation on Windows 11 25H2 is quite easy! Here's how. * Plug in the TEC fingerprint reader and Windows plug-and-play quickly recognizes it and installs the driver. * Go to Settings -> Accounts -> Sign-in Options and under "Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello)" you should see "Sign in with your fingerprint scanner (Recommended)". If it says "This option is currently unavailable", check Device Manager to see if the Biometric Devices -> ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor is there without a warning icon. * Open "Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello)" and click the Set up button to register a finger to get you started. You can add registration of more fingers later if you like. * Lock screen, or sign out. * Simply put the registered finger on the fingerprint reader. Boom, you're logged in instantly! * If you're installing on a laptop or desktop that goes to sleep (my desktop isn't configured to go to sleep, so I didn't bother with this), you'll find that Windows may choose to turn off power to the fingerprint reader at times. You should change that behavior in Device Manager. Open Biometric Devices -> ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor properties, and on the Power Management tab uncheck "allow the computer to turn off this device to save power". Warning: Don't expect fingerprint to show as a sign-in option on the Lock or Login screens! Microsoft apparently chose to not show fingerprint as an option once "Fingerprint recognition" is enabled. Just go ahead and use the fingerprint reader. This behavior had me confused for quite a while, as I wrongly thought its absence on the Lock or Login screens sign-in option meant the fingerprint reader wasn't available. Note: In Windows 11 Microsoft got rid of the "Sign in with an external camera or fingerprint reader" Sign-in Option so there's no need to turn that option on as it's just enabled automatically. Some reviewers who installed on Windows 10 state that you must turn that option on, but don't worry because you can't find it any more.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It takes a little finess, but it works great!
*by S***E on September 7, 2025*

So depending on your Windows version this sensor may or may not be plug-and-play. BUT, there is a way to make it work amd it's not hard to do so. I'll leave pictures to show the steps. There are two things that need to be done in order for it to work with Windows Home/Pro 24H2. 1. You have to shut off power management to the device. Not a big deal as the device uses very little power to begin with and is only needing said power when it's looking for your fingerprint. Otherwise it's just as dormant as your keyboard with use. 2. You have to enable the use of external sign-in options in windows. Because it's not integrated and therefore considered a third-party device to the system Windows enhanced sign-on doesn't recognize it as a Windows Hello device. By enabling the use of external sign-on devices you enable the use of devices like this. Mind you you will have to have a pin to enable the device and store fingerprints. Go down to the start button and RIGHT-click it. Go to Device Manager Open Biometric Devices RIGHT-click ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor LEFT-click Properties LEFT-click Power Management Uncheck the box that says "allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" LEFT-click Okay Again, RIGHT-click the Start Button and select Settings. LEFT-click Accounts LEFT-click Sign-in options LEFT-click Sign in with an external camera or fingerprint reader to turn it on Restart the computer Now you can enjoy this great reader. It is fast and accurate and is a great addition to any Windows Hello setup!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Low profile, accurate. Easy to install, small footprint.
*by H***R on August 17, 2025*

Low profile and great accuracy/consistency. I have an LG Gram Pro 16 inch laptop. The one short fall of this laptop is no fingerprint scanner. It does use fascial recognition, but I prefer to keep my cameras off. The installation was easy and straightforward. I told Windows 11 to use "Hello" and then it installed after a reboot. It scanned and stored my fingerprint without any issue. It has worked flawlessly over the past week and has never failed to allow a login on the first use. It is very low profile. It is barely noticeable. Of interest, the Gram Pro is the same thickness as the amount the scanner protrudes from the USB port. So, when the computer is open, the scanner and the laptop are equally contacting the table surface.

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