What is Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor?
Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor is a hardware device that is integrated into some Dell laptops and desktops. It is used for biometric security and data protection. The device consists of a fingerprint scanner and a smart card reader that are connected to the Broadcom Unified Security Hub (USH) chip. The Broadcom USH chip also supports TPM, which is a hardware-based encryption technology that can store sensitive data such as passwords, encryption keys, and certificates.
The Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor device can be used for various purposes, such as:
Logging into Windows or other applications using your fingerprint
Unlocking your computer using a smart card
Encrypting your hard drive or files using TPM
Enabling single sign-on (SSO) for multiple applications using your fingerprint or smart card
Enhancing the security and privacy of your data and identity
Why do you need Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor driver?
The Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor device requires a specific driver to function properly. The driver is a software program that communicates with the device and allows it to interact with the operating system and other applications. Without the driver, the device may not be recognized by the system or may not work as intended.
If you do not have the Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor driver installed, you may encounter some issues, such as:
The device may show up as an unknown device in the Device Manager
The fingerprint scanner or smart card reader may not work or may not be detected by Windows or other applications
The TPM feature may not be available or may not function correctly
You may not be able to use the biometric security or data encryption features of the device
You may experience errors or performance issues with the device or the system
How to download and install Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor driver?
To download and install the Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor driver for your Dell computer, you need to follow these steps:
Go to the [Dell Support website].
Identify your computer model using one of the three options: enter your Service Tag, Dell EMC Product ID, or Model; use SupportAssist to automatically detect your computer; or browse all products by category.
Click on the DRIVERS & DOWNLOADS tab.
Select Security from the drop-down menu under Category.
Find the file that contains the Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor driver. Depending on your computer model and operating system, it may be called Dell ControlVault Driver, Dell ControlVault2 Driver and Firmware, or Dell ControlVault3 Driver and Firmware.
Click on Download to download the file to your computer.
If there is also a firmware file available, download it as well and install it first before installing the driver.
Open the downloaded file and follow the instructions on the screen to install the driver.
Restart your computer after the installation is complete.
After installing the Broadcom USH w/swipe sensor driver, you should be able to use the device and its features without any problems. You can also check the Device Manager to see if the device is recognized and working properly.
: https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000181127/download-the-broadcom-ush-drivers
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