Integrated Biometric Fingerprint Reader; Integrated Bluetooth; Enhanced Security - HP iPAQ h5500 Series Product Overview

– http://h20015.www2.hp.com/hub_search/document.jhtml?lc=en&docName=c00031220
– WLAN driver updates:
http://h18007.www1.hp.com/support/files/handhelds/us/download/20019.html

Integrated biometric fingerprint reader

The integrated biometric fingerprint reader protects the information on your Pocket PC by allowing
you to easily authenticate yourself to the device using your unique fingerprint or a combination of a
PIN and fingerprint.
Click the following links for quick access to detailed information and frequently asked questions about
the biometric fingerprint reader.
– Biometric security white paper:
http://devresource.hp.com/drc/technical_white_papers/5981-4266en_rev2_us.pdf
NOTE: The Biometric security white paper is listed as applying to the h5400 series, but the
information also applies to the h5500 series.
– Using the fingerprint reader:
http://h20015.www2.hp.com/hub_search/document.jhtml?lc=en&docName=c00031055

Integrated Bluetooth

Integrated Bluetooth 1 enables wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices.
Access the Internet or e-mail via a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone
Print to a Bluetooth-equipped printer
Exchange business cards, calendar appointments, documents, and more with other Bluetooth
devices
Redirect your Pocket PC's audio to a Bluetooth headset
Synchronize data wirelessly with your Bluetooth desktop or notebook PC using ActiveSync
Pack fewer cables and cords for travel
Click the following links for quick access to detailed information and frequently asked questions about
Bluetooth.
– Bluetooth On Demand integration:
Getting started:
–
http://wwss1pro.compaq.com/support/reference_library/viewdocument.asp?source=337111-
001.xml&dt=264

Enhanced security

Enhanced security protects your device, your information, and your network connection.
The integrated biometric fingerprint reader protects the information on your Pocket PC by allowing
you to easily authenticate yourself to the device using your unique fingerprint or a combination of a
PIN and fingerprint.
Virtual private network (VPN) software provides enhanced security for wireless connections when
accessing information remotely, such as via the Internet, e-mail, or a corporate network.1
64-bit and 128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) offers enhanced security for an authorized
connection and data transfer when connected wirelessly.
F-Secure FileCrypto data encryption provides protection against unwanted data disclosure. With
this application, you can create special encrypted folders for storing confidential and personal
HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5500 series
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