What is HP SimplePass and do I need it?
HP SimplePass allows you to safely store logon information for your favorite websites, and use a single method of authentication for your password-protected website accounts. Choose a fingerprint, password or PIN to authenticate your identity.
How do I get my fingerprint scanner to work on my HP?
Press the Power button to start the computer, and press the F10 key to open the BIOS setup utility. Under System Configuration, look for a Biometric Device option; if it exists, enable it. Press F10 to save this setting and restart the computer.
How do I get rid of HP SimplePass?
Uninstall the Software
- Remove the software completely from your system. Open “Control Panel” and select “Uninstall a program.”
- Locate “HP SimplePass Identity Protection” in the list of installed programs. Select it and click “Uninstall.”
- Swipe your fingerprint or enter your Windows password to complete uninstallation.
How do I change my HP SimplePass?
Changing HP SimplePass settings
- Click the HP SimplePass icon in the desktop taskbar, then log on using your PIN, password, or fingerprint.
- Click the My Settings icon to open the My Settings screen. HP SimplePass options are displayed.
- Click the box next to an option to enable or disable it, and then click Apply.
How do I change the fingerprint lock on my HP laptop Windows 8?
From the right side under the Fingerprint button click on “Add”. In the blank box enter your password then click “OK”. Now scroll your one finger four times and scroll another finger four times then click “Finish”. Now your job is done.
Can I disable HP messages on startup?
All you have to do is open up Task Manager by right-clicking on the Taskbar, or using the CTRL + SHIFT + ESC shortcut key, clicking “More Details,” switching to the Startup tab, and then using the Disable button.
How do I turn off fingerprint on HP?
In order to disable fingerprint reader you have to go to Control Panel=> Device Manager. Under Device Manager right click on Biometric Devices and Click Disable. That should do it.
How do I log on to Windows using HP simplepass?
Select a SimplePass method (PIN, password, or fingerprint reader) for logging on to Windows and your password-protected website accounts, then click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions that display, and then click Yes to log on to Windows using HP SimplePass.
What happens when I Delete my hp simplepass?
Once the SimplePass is deleted, Windows requires your Windows User Account password to unlock the computer. Deleting your SimplePass also deletes your HP SimplePass settings, registered websites, and website account logon information. Click the HP SimplePass icon in the desktop taskbar, then log on using your PIN, password, or fingerprint.
What are the system requirements to use HP simplepass?
Your computer must have at least one password-protected Windows User Account to use HP SimplePass. If you are using Windows 10, SimplePass has been replaced with Windows Hello. Go to Understanding and Using Windows 10 for more information.
What happened to simplepass on Windows 10?
If you are using Windows 10, SimplePass has been replaced with Windows Hello. Go to Understanding and Using Windows 10 for more information. Use HP SimplePass to instantly open your browser and automatically log on to your password-protected website account.