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    Acer fingerprint reader mod

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by sniper, Dec 24, 2007.

  1. sniper

    sniper Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have an Acer Aspire 5630, and I want to mod it with a fingerprint reader. Any idea where I can buy one for relatively cheap? I saw some IBM and HP modules on eBay but am not sure if they interface though USB or not.

    Any tip on where I can cut and mount it? Is there a service manual so I can find a USB port? I'm assuming I can't connect two devices to one USB port (i.e. if I wire it to the webcam).

    Thanks.
     
    sniper, Dec 24, 2007
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  2. ViciousXUSMC

    ViciousXUSMC Master Viking NBR Reviewer

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    More work than what its worth thats for sure even if you did pull it off.

    If anything just get an external one that goes thru usb.
     
    ViciousXUSMC, Dec 24, 2007
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  3. sniper

    sniper Notebook Enthusiast

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    I didn't think it'd be too hard to connect it to USB. Say if I get an external one and disassemble that. Would I be able to connect two devices to one USB port though (without the use of a hub)?
     
    sniper, Dec 25, 2007
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  4. Jason

    Jason Overclocker NBR Reviewer

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    You would have to solder it to the motherboard, or tap one of the other USB ports. It would cut some of the power away from the normal USB port. I'd say just get an external USB fingerprint reader. Not worth voiding your warranty, and all the trouble you will go through.
     
    Jason, Dec 25, 2007
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  5. sniper

    sniper Notebook Enthusiast

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    Well warranty is out, that's why I was considering it. I don't know if there is another USB port connection on the motherboard :( I guess I won't go through with the mod, too much trouble to find a fingerprint reader and interface it, let alone mount it.
     
    sniper, Dec 25, 2007
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    jeremy2223 Notebook Consultant

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    Connecting two devices to one port won't work. You will have countless errors not to mention lack of power for each device. Especially for a web cam. Secondly mounting it would be very hard and you would ruin the surface of your laptop.
     
    jeremy2223, Jan 22, 2008
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    ohlip Toughbook Modder

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    Sorry, guys! but it can be done. First provide a 2port usb hub, parted out casing and its bulky connector. If you are handy enough on soldering connect the first usb port of hub to fingerprint reader and the other one on your webcan. Thats how you can do it. You can even install your own gps if you wish. More info on modding go to panasonic forum and you can find a lot fo modification goin on.
     
    ohlip, Feb 11, 2008
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