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HID Digitalpersona 5300 Fingerprint Reader Driver
The HID Digitalpersona 5300 fingerprint reader driver is a highly secure, FBI-certified optical fingerprint reader, and obtaining the correct driver and supporting software is crucial for its function.
The DitalPersona 5300 is designed primarily for integration into large-scale authentication systems like:
- National ID
- Voter Registration
- Secure enterprise login
The Basic Reader Driver (Low-Level): This allows your operating system (Windows, Linux, Android) to recognize the USB device.

The SDK Runtime/Biometric Engine: This is the critical software that enables the application to use the fingerprint data for capture, template extraction, and matching (e.g., the DigitalPersona FingerJet™ Biometric Engine).
The DigitalPersona 5300 from HID Global is a compact, optical reader that meets both FBI PIV and Mobile ID FAP 30 standards. The reader is designed to satisfy the high-volume requirements of large-scale civil ID and commercial enrollment authentication applications.
Incorporating a durable IP64-rated glass platen that is highly resistant to chemical and physical damage, the DigitalPersona 5300 is well suited for harsh environments.
Key Features:
- FBI PIV certified
- Mobile ID FAP 30 certified
- 500 dpi images
- Compact size
- Counterfeit finger rejection
- Compatible with DigitalPersona Biometric SDKs
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HID Fingerprint Reader Driver