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VinCSS FIDO2 Fingerprint Security Key, Two Factor Authenticator, Uses Biometric Fingerprint Technology, Works with USB-C, Bluetooth, NFC - Supports Safe Login Without Password, UAF/U2F/FIDO2 Standard : Electronics


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VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint User Manual

Overview
VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key is a FIDO2 certified authenticator. FIDO2 provides a passwordless way to authenticate users and addresses security, convenience, privacy, and scalability issues that passwords do not. The number of accounts that can be registered with the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key is unlimited when using it for two-factor authentication. It is limited to 50 accounts for passwordless authentication.
VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key is not a USB storage, so there is no risk of malware infection. The authentication key only functions to authenticate user and does not store any other information, ensuring privacy.
VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key requires user to interact directly with the key so it cannot be remotely attacked, the key that applies the FIDO2 standard should protect users from phishing attacks on the internet, MITM (man-in-the-middle attacks), skimming, etc. The key's hardware is designed to protect the data in the authentication key from being tampered with.
USB cable, BLE, and NFC are the three connection ways that the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key incorporates. Users are supported this on any contactless or wireless client device, such as a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone, and complete secure FIDO2® authentication.

Diagram
The VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint Security Key

LED Indicator

Fingerprint sensor

Bluetooth passcode

Type C port

Meaning of the LED indicator

LED indicator

Meaning

Blinking red 3 times in a row

The built-in ba ery is running low and needs to
be charged

Definition
Using Bluetooth or NFC

Solid amber

The security key is being charged

Connecting with USB

Solid green The security key is fully charged

Connecting with USB

Solid blue

Bluetooth mode On, the security key is connected
to a Bluetooth device

Using Bluetooth

Blinking blue

The security key enters the pairing mode

Using Bluetooth

Solid purple

NFC activated

Using NFC

Blinking white quickly

The security key is processing request and require user interaction

The white light does not flash/flashes
slowly
/

The security key is processing request and require user interaction

Require user to authenticate with
fingerprint
Require user to authenticate by touching the security
key

Connect Status

Manipulation

The original state

Turn on Bluetooth

The security key in sleep state (no USB connection, LED is off)

Pairing Mode

The security key in
Bluetooth enabled
state

Action
Hold down the
fingerprint sensor for 5
seconds
Hold down the
fingerprint sensor for 5
seconds

The next state

Note

Make sure LED indicator the ba ery shows solid capacity of

blue

the security

key is enough

for use. If the

LED shows

LED indicator flashes blue

red, please plug in the charger and

try again.

Turn off Bluetooth

The security key in
Bluetooth or NFC enabled
state

Double-tap the
fingerprint on the sensor

LED is off

Note: The security key will automatically connect to the device if the security key has been connected before

Connect to Computer

Note:

To extend the ba ery's standby time, the

ba ery will be placed in sleep mode. The first time the

device is used, the user must connect it directly using

a USB type-C cable.

Currently, the macOS operating system only suppo s using the VinCSS FIDO2 Fingerprint security key through a USB connection, not yet suppo ing users to use it via BLE and NFC connections. (However, Bluetooth/NFC connection can still be used on the security key if the app suppo s FIDO2 authentication via Bluetooth/NFC connection).

Windows operating system suppo s using all 3 forms of the security key connection via USB, Bluetooth and NFC (requires hardware suppo ).

Connecting via USB
Plug the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key into your computer using USB type-C cable, and make sure the security key is not in Bluetooth or NFC working mode.
Connecting via NFC
Put the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key on the NFC reader. When the LED indicator on the key turns purple, the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key can be used.
To disconnect NFC, li the security key off the NFC reader. Disconnection is successful, the purple LED will be off.
Connecting via BLE
Turn on the Bluetooth mode of the security key.
Turn on the Bluetooth connection mode of the device then connect to the security key named V-FIDO2.
Enter the pairing code to connect. The pairing code is a sequence of the last 6 digits taken from the serial code (In case the serial code has only the last 5 digits, enter the number "0" at the beginning of the serial number (for example: XXX123456 => 12345 or XXX12345 => 012345).
Bluetooth connection is successful, LED shows solid blue.

Connect your Security Key
The first step when connecting the security key is to set up the PIN and Fingerprint. There are serval available tools that can be used for set up security key listed below:

Windows built-in Security Key Manager

Chrome built-in Security Key Manager

Functions

- Set up/change the PIN of the security key
- Add/Remove fingerprint

- Reset security key

- Set up/change the PIN of the security key
- Add/Remove fingerprint
- Reset security key
- Managing sign-in data

Actions

"Se ings" => "Accounts" => "Sign-in options" => "Security Key"

"Chrome Se ings" => "Privacy and security" => "Security" => "Manage security keys"

Note: In the case of forge ing the PIN of the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key, users can reset the key, but this will make the previously registered services unable to authenticate by using the key. A er rese ing, the device becomes a new security key, so services need to be re-registered to authenticate. In case the PIN code is entered incorrectly many times (more than 8 times), the device will be locked permanently, user will also be forced to reset to use the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key as a new device.

Connection status table of the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key
Note: Please keep updating to the latest operating system(s)/so ware for maximum compatibility.

CONNECTION FORM CONVERSION TABLE

Google Chrome / Microsoft Edge / Firefox

U2F

FIDO2

USB

BLT

NFC USB

BLT

NFC

macOS
Support from macOS version 10.15 and above

iOS
Support from iOS version 13.3 and above (From iphone 7 and above support NFC connection)

Support from Windows 8.1 version
and above

Support from Android version 9
and above

CHROME Suppo from chrome version 100.0.4896 and above

EDGE Suppo from Microso Edge version 93 and above

FIREFOX Suppo from Firefox 92 version and above SAFARI Suppo from Safari version 13 and above

U2F FIDO2

Suppo No suppo Multi-Factor Authentication Passwordless authentication

CONNECTION FORM CONVERSION TABLE

Safari

U2F

USB

BLT

FIDO2

NFC USB

BLT

NFC

macOS
Support from macOS version 10.15
and above

iOS
Support from iOS version 13.3 and above (From iphone 7 and above support NFC connection)

Note:

The security key will automatically connect to the

device if the security key has been connected before.

CHROME Suppo from chrome version 100.0.4896 and above

EDGE Suppo from Microso Edge version 93 and above

FIREFOX Suppo from Firefox 92 version and above SAFARI Suppo from Safari version 13 and above

U2F FIDO2

Suppo No suppo Multi-Factor Authentication Passwordless authentication

PROVISION YOUR SECURITY KEY WITH WEB SERVICES
The first step of using FIDO authentication is to register a security key for your account. To register a security key for your account, please follow the steps below:
Step 1: Authenticate you account as normal with PC and a WebAuthN suppo ed browser.
Step 2: Go to account se ings - login method ­ Set up security key.
Step 3: Connect the security key to the device using 1 of 3 methods: USB, BLE or NFC and follow the instruction messages displayed on the screen.
Note: Refer to the Connection form conversion table above to choose the most suitable for your device.
Step 4: Fingerprint authentication/Touch the sensor to demonstrate the user's presence when LED indicator blinks. The registration process will be completed in a moment.
AUTHENTICATE TO WEB SERVICES
A er registration, users can authenticate to their account passwordlessly or as a strong second factor with the security key.
For Passwordless Authentication: user can click "sign-in with security key" in the sign in window, then follow the authentication instructions displayed on the screen.
For Two Step Authenticcation: users are required to type authentication with username and password as usual, then two step verification window will pop up, user follow the instructions shown on the screen to complete the authentication.

FAQ
Q: What to do when the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint
security key is lost?
A: In case of losing the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security
key, you can use the backup methods registered during the first key registration process to log in to your account, and unlink the lost key. The backup methods can be one-time recovery code, SMS OTP or Authenticator applications on mobile devices.
Q: In case of losing the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint
security key, will the user lose his account?
A: When a The VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key is
lost, the user will not lose an account, because this key does not contain all the information necessary for logging in.
Q: What services are currently available to suppo
the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key?
A:

FAQ
Q: Does using the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint
security key, which I o en plug in from several computers, increase the danger of malware infection between computers?
A: No, because the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security
key is not a USB storage, there is no risk of malware infection.
Q: How can I know if the ba ery is fully charged? A: When a USB cable is plugged in, the charging process
begins immediately. The LED will blink red three times in a row if the ba ery level is low (below 20%), amber if the security key is charging, and green if the ba ery is fully charged. You can use the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key while it's charging.
Q: Where will the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security
key be guaranteed?
A: Customers who purchase the authentication key can
send product needed warranty through distributions, or send the products directly at the VinCSS center in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
Q: Does using the VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security
key affect the policy of changing passwords within 90 days being applied at most companies today?
A: VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint is designed not connected
to centralized password storage service, so the password change policy does not affect the key.

SPECIFICATION
VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key

INFORMATION Product name

DETAIL VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint

USB Type Bluetooth NFC Supported OS Authentication Methods Certificate Supported protocol
Supported browser
Account storage

USB Type-C
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0
ISO7816/ISO14443
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Passwordless, Strong Two Factor, Strong Multi-Factor
FIDO2® Certified, FCC
WebAuthn, FIDO2 CTAP1, FIDO2 CTAP2, Universal 2nd Factor (U2F) Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Edge Chromium
50

Fingerprint storage
Indicator lights Fingerprint Sensor resolution Weight

5 RGB Led 508 dpi 20gr

SPECIFICATION
VinCSS FIDO2® Fingerprint security key

INFORMATION
CPU Fingerprint Sensor FAR Fingerprint authentication time Battery
Battery life
Standby

DETAIL 32-bit ARM® CortexTM-M4
<0.0002% <1s 25mAh. Lithium-ion Battery 5 ­ 7 days (12 authentication times per day) 2 years

Full charge time Operation Voltage/Current
Material
Product dimensions Operation Temperatures Color
Accessory
Make in

2 hour 30 minutes
5V/1A
Heavy-duty high-grade polycarbonate plastic, ensuring product durability 45,7 x 38 x 8,3 mm
-10°C to 60°C
Black, White, Blue USB Type-C cable, keychain, holder accessory Vietnam

For fu her infomations, please contact sales@vincss.net, Or your service provider.
VinCSS - A member of FIDO ALLIANCE
The FIDO Alliance is an open industry association with a focused mission: Authentication standards to help reduce the world's over-reliance on passwords
VINCSS INTERNET SECURITY SERVICES JOINT STOCK COMPANY
· Floor 20A, Vincom Center Dong Khoi, 45A Ly Tu Trong street, Ben Nghe ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh city · Email: sales@vincss.net · Website: https://passwordless.vincss.net



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