What is HID FARGO?

HID FARGO is a leading global brand of professional ID card printers and encoders. It is widely considered an industry standard for creating secure credentials, ranging from simple employee badges to high-security government IDs.

The HID FARGO Connect streamlines the administration and distribution of credentials by eliminating the most resource-intensive tasks. This advancement in technology integrates effortlessly with widely used one-card systems and physical access control software, as well as databases and card technologies.

• HID FARGO Connect provides administrators with comprehensive system visibility and control, all while adhering to or surpassing the most stringent regulatory security standards.

Key Features:

• No dedicated PC workstations required for printing
• Design cards, capture data, and print cards anywhere from any device
• Send high-volume batch print jobs to card printing service bureau
• Remote printer activity tracking, maintenance, and diagnostics
• Automatic updates to software and firmware
• Distribute print jobs across multiple printers or locations
• End-to-end encryption of all sensitive data
• Annual and monthly billing options available

Key Aspects:

• Printers: They produce physical ID cards for various uses, from student IDs and employee badges to government IDs, using technologies like dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer.
• Technology: Features include high-resolution printing, dual-sided printing, magnetic stripe and smart card encoding, and options for lamination for added security.
• HID FARGO Connect: A cloud-based platform that integrates hardware, software, and services for secure, scalable, and manageable card issuance, accessible from any web-enabled device.
• Applications: Used for instant issuance of financial cards (EMV), secure employee badges, student IDs, and Summary: HID FARGO provides comprehensive solutions for creating, managing, and securing ID credentials for diverse organizational needs.