RFID reader with multiple interfaces
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1. Method of using an RFID reader comprising:
- providing an RFID reader apparatus having a contactless interface, a slot for insertion of a contactless smart card fob, a biometric interface and a biometric sensor; and
disposing a switch under the biometric sensor for powering up the RFID reader apparatus when the biometric sensor is being used;
further comprising;
the RFID reader apparatus can enter several password protected sites or networks with a “
Single Sign-on”
by comparing a live and a reference fingerprint for authentication and reading the credentials and privileges stored in the contactless smart card fob for authorization to an access restricted site or network; and
updating encrypted keys for access to password protected sites in synchronization with an Internet Atomic Clock.
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Abstract
A pocket-size RFID reader apparatus having a contactless interface and a slot for insertion of a contactless smart card fob, and having a biometric sensor, thereby providing two levels of personalization. The apparatus may have a wireless interface; and a slot for insertion of a wireless SD I/O device. The apparatus may have a slot for insertion of an external memory device. The apparatus may have a mechanical connection (contact) interface. The apparatus may also have an RF interface for reading an electronic immobilizer within the apparatus.
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1. Method of using an RFID reader comprising:
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providing an RFID reader apparatus having a contactless interface, a slot for insertion of a contactless smart card fob, a biometric interface and a biometric sensor; and disposing a switch under the biometric sensor for powering up the RFID reader apparatus when the biometric sensor is being used; further comprising; the RFID reader apparatus can enter several password protected sites or networks with a “
Single Sign-on”
by comparing a live and a reference fingerprint for authentication and reading the credentials and privileges stored in the contactless smart card fob for authorization to an access restricted site or network; andupdating encrypted keys for access to password protected sites in synchronization with an Internet Atomic Clock. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21)
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