Advanced Card Card Reader Driver

Installation Steps

Step 1: Obtain a CAC Reader
Step 2:CAC Reader driver / Video
Step 3:DoD Certificates
Step 4:ActivClient
Step 4a:Update ActivClient
Step 5:IE adjustments/Video
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NOTE: Please check and make sure your CAC reader installed BEFORE you attempt to follow the driver installation instructions below. Most of the time, the New hardware wizard will install the CAC reader automatically, negating the need for you to install the driver manually.
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To Verify whether your driver did or did not install, follow these instructions:

Plug your CAC reader into your computer before proceeding

Windows 10: Right click the Windows logo (lower left corner of your screen). Click System, select Device Manager link (upper left corner of the screen), scroll down to Smart card readers, select the little triangle next to it to open it up. If your smart card reader is listed, go to the next step of installing the DoD certificates.

Windows 8.1: Right click Computer, select Properties, Device Manager link (upper left corner of the screen), scroll down to Smart card readers, select the little triangle next to it to open it up. If your smart card reader is listed, go to the next step of installing the DoD certificates. NOTE: If you don't see it, you can also click Start, In the Start Search line type in: devmgmt.msc. (For Windows 8.1 users, you'll right click Start).

If it did not install correctly... Try this first: Go to Device Manager (Instructions are above), scroll down to Smart Card readers, right click the CAC reader that shows up below Smart Card Readers. It can also show up under unknown devices. Select Uninstall. It will give you a message. Once it is uninstalled, unplug the reader from your computer. Wait a few moments, then plug it back in. It 'should' start to install itself. If that doesn't work, keep reading for other ideas below.

IF you do not see Smart card readers when checking, THEN follow along with the steps below.

To install a driver onto your computer for a CAC reader, you need to first download the correct driver for the hardware you purchased, I have drivers for the most common USB Readers, Keyboard, laptop, & desktop card readers

PROCEED TO STEP 3 ONCE YOU'VE COMPLETED YOUR VERIFICATION OR INSTALLATION

Unzipping - the driver

Windows 10 or 8.1 - Save the zip file to a location of your choosing. Once you have the zip file downloaded, open the zip file (Windows built in zipping program). Copy the folder inside to a new folder. It will unzip the contents, (this is the folder you will need when you are doing the steps below). You can also use the Extract All Files button (on the left under Folder Tasks, under File, Extract All). It will then ask where you want to save the file. I recommend placing a backslash ( ) at the end of the location on the screen.

WinZip- Use the Extract button. It will ask you where you want to save the extracted files to, I recommend your desktop. Click the desktop icon on the left. Push the little yellow folder in the upper right corner of this active window. It will prompt you for a name for the folder (type in CAC Driver). Hit OK, then select Extract (lower right corner of this window). You should now see your new folder on your desktop to open up. Keep this for a later step.

Updating the Driver - Example is for an SCR-331

Windows 10 & 8.1 - Right Click Computer, Select Properties

Click the Device Manager link (on the left side of your screen)

Select the triangle next to Smart Card Readers

Right click the SCRx31 USB Reader, select Update Driver software

Browse my computer... Select Browse, then desktop (or wherever you made the folder)

NOTE: One person had to select 'Search automatically for updated driver software' (This is very rare)

Select the folder (if using the firmware update driver below, stop at the driver folder, do not 'dig' down to AND or Intel folders) and then OK. Next

Your driver will be installed.

FIRMWARE UPDATE for SCR-331 Reader

(Requires a physical Windows computer, Mac using Bootcamp, or TENS / LPS (see next sentence below). It will NOT work in virtual Windows (examples: VMware, Parallels, or Virtual box)).

Verify your firmware version before going through this process...

1. Go to Device Manager, type: device manager in the search box

2. Select the arrow next to Smart card readers

3. Right click on SCR33x USB Smart Card reader

4. Select Properties

5. Select Details (tab)

6. Select Hardware Ids

7. The number after &REV_ is your current firmware, if it is0525there is no need to update the firmware.

Intel based Macs can update the firmware using TENS / LPS (instructions on top of PDF page 37 (document page 34)) Video instructions

The firmware update 'should' fix the following problems:

A. Card reader is not recognized

B. Shows up as 'STCII Smart Card Reader'

C. Shows up as 'USB Smart Card Reader' (not necessarily a problem)

D. Does not read your 'Gemalto TOP DL GX4 144', 'Oberthur ID One 128 v5.5 Dual' CAC.

E. Does not read your CAC when using your Mac

NOTE: We are hearing Mac users having problems with the SCR-331 reader. A recommendation is to get a Mac compatible reader.

Installation Instructions:

1. Download update file
2. Unzip the downloaded file (by Right-clicking and selecting Extract All)
3. Update the driver present in the 'driver' folder (by following guidance above)
4. Once the driver is updated, Run FWUPDATE.EXE (lightning bolt) in the 'app' folder to update the firmware. Select the default choices.
5. Close all programs, restart your computer

NOTE: If you computer fails to recognize the CAC reader driver, you may need to try a different computer to do the update.

Now your SCR-331 reader can be used with Windows 10 & 8.1, or Mac.

FIRMWARE UPDATE for SCR-3310 reader

(V1 ONLY (doesn't have V2 after SCR-3310 on the label))

(Requires a physical Windows computer, Mac using Bootcamp, or TENS / LPS (see next sentence below). It will NOT work in virtual Windows (examples: VMware, Parallels, or Virtual box)).
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Intel based Macs can update the firmware using TENS / LPS (instructions on PDF page 37 (document page 34)) Video instructions

NOTE: DO NOT use this update on a V2 reader. There is no firmware update for a V2 reader because it is already updated.

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Click on FWUpdate.exe, this will update your firmware to version 5.26

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CHECK SERVICES to make sure Smart Card is running

(This Video shows a very basic version on how to start the service (start at 44 seconds))

If your CAC reader is still not seen by ActivClient, make sure that the Smart Card service is running.

Here's how: Go to: Start, Search programs and files (in Windows 10 & 8.1), type: Services.msc Scroll down to Smart card, double click it and set it to automatic and click Start

If you are unable to start the service; It doesn't show up; ActivClient still says no reader attached; or it acknowledges you have a CAC in the reader (but you can't access it) follow these registry edits below.

Windows 10 & 8.1

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Automated method (double click the .reg file inside the .zip folder)

Manual method for Windows 10 & 8.1, (mirror your registry settings to the PDF links below).

Anytime you make changes to the Registry it is a recommended you back it up first

If ActivClient still does not see the CAC reader, try these ideas (if they don't work, your only other option is reloading Windows onto your computer).

In this article:

Paying at the gas pump is convenient, especially for those in a hurry. But that convenience comes with a risk. Credit card skimmer fraud is on the rise at gas stations, with the skimmers becoming more difficult to detect and fraudsters using advanced technology to steal your information.

A study from credit scoring company FICO found that fraud from card skimmers is increasing at a rate of 10% per year. In Florida alone, more than 1,000 skimmers were detected on gas pumps in 2018. The U.S. Secret Service, which has been on the lookout for credit card skimmers, finds 20 to 30 of the devices attached to gas pumps weekly, with each skimmer holding details of about 80 cards.

Protecting yourself against card skimmers at gas stations should be a priority every time you stop for a fill-up and plan to pay at the pump.

What Is Card Skimming?

Credit card skimming involves thieves attaching devices on gas pumps, ATMs and other machines that read and gather your card information.

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Skimmers read the magnetic strip on the card, which gives fraudsters the full name on the card, the credit card number and the expiration date. Some thieves even hide small cameras to capture PIN numbers from those using debit cards. They can then either sell your information on the dark web or use it to steal your identity, charge up your credit card or even get access to the money in your bank account.

In the past, skimmers could be spotted if you knew to check. The scanner often looked like it was tampered with or it wiggled when you put the card in. Now skimmers are designed to fit snugly over the scanner, making it nearly impossible to tell something is not right.

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Shimming the Chip Card

Skimming isn't the only scam at the gas pump. Fraudsters can now target the computer chip embedded in most credit cards. Overall, the computer chip makes cards more secure and are supposed to prevent nefarious activity like skimming. But fraudsters and hackers are very good at staying one step ahead of security measures. Instead of skimming, some now turn to shimming.

With this method, a paper-thin device called a shim is inserted directly into the card reader slot (the one that holds your chip-enabled credit card). The shim is loaded with a microchip and flash storage that intercepts the information from the chip on your credit card. The stolen information can then be used to clone the old magnetic strip style of credit card (which are still in use, especially for online purchases).

Shimming is even more difficult to detect than skimming because inserting and removing the shim looks the same as someone inserting and removing a credit card. What makes them even more stealth is that fraudsters can just as easily use a shim inside the gas station's cash register when making another purchase as they can at the gas pump. It's an attack that's hard to catch.

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Shimming is still a new practice. So far, it can't clone the CVV number on the card, so a cloned card is less likely to be used for any purchases that require that number. However, it's a good bet the fraudsters will figure out some way to better game the system.

How to Avoid Card Skimming

Even as fraudsters become more sophisticated in their tactics, you can take steps to avoid becoming a victim of card skimming.

  • Pay with cash. You might even save some money if the gas station provides discounts for those using cash instead of a card.
  • Pay inside where it is less likely the credit card terminal has been tampered with.
  • Use mobile payment options like Google Pay or Apple Pay if they're an option.
  • Use the chip reader rather than swipe. Shimming is possible this way, but less likely.
  • Use credit, not debit, whenever possible. If a thief is able to steal your debit card information, they have access to your bank account.
  • Investigate the card reader to make sure nothing looks or feels unusual. If something doesn't seem right, pay inside and report your concerns.
  • If possible, only stop at busy, well-lit and well-maintained gas stations. Look for stickers or other signs that the pumps are regularly inspected.
  • Download the Skimmer Scanner app, which can warn you about a skimmer. Using Bluetooth, the app can alert you if the pump has been tampered with.

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What to Do if Your Card Has Been Skimmed

You should check your credit card bill regularly for any fraudulent charges. If you find anything unknown or unusual, contact your credit card issuer immediately to alert them of the theft and to cancel your card. If you use a debit card, contact your bank right away and ask what steps you should take to safeguard your account.

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If your card has been compromised, you may want to consider putting a freeze on your credit report to ensure no new accounts are opened in your name. Finally, continue to monitor all of your accounts and check your credit report to watch for any unusual activity.