How do I use my NHS smart card?
How do I use my NHS smart card?
The user inserts the card into a smartcard reader when they want to access a system and enters their secret PIN to unlock the smartcard. The smartcard reader then uses software on the PC in order to confirm the smartcard is valid and the user has the authority to access the system.
What does a smart card reader do?
electronic processes including personal identification, access control, authentication, and financial transactions. Smart card readers obtain or “read” this type of data. These easy-to-install devices read the data that is stored on contact or contactless 13.56 MHz smart cards.
How do I sync my NHS smart card?
Go to organisation configuration, find the individual and click on their name, click re-sync button on the ribbon bar. The individual will need to log back in for the changes to take effect.
How do I setup a smart card?
How to set up smart card authentication
- Log-in to Admin Portal.
- Click Settings > Authentication > Certificate Authorities.
- Provide a unique name for the trusted certificate authority.
- Specify the field to use for extracting the user login name from the certificate.
How long do NHS smart cards last?
two years
Smartcards expire after two years if they are not renewed, for IG purposes.
What is a smartcard number?
Your Smart Card number is the 10 digit number on the far right on the Smartcard row. Always ensure the smartcard is inserted and that the Decoder is on at the time of making payment. Please remember to use your Smartcard number as a reference for all payments.
Does a card reader work with any card?
Yes, you should be able to use someone else’s card reader, even if it’s from another bank, but you can only use your own bank card and PIN. For your own security, you should only use a card reader from a trusted source and make sure that the label on the back is intact.
How do access card readers work?
The card reader on the door constantly emits a Radio Frequency energy Field. When a card crosses the field, the power from the field energizes a copper wire inside the card, which powers the chip containing the card number and any other unique data.
What is a smart card NHS?
NHS Smart Cards form a major part of the access control to many NHS systems. They are similar to Chip and PIN bank cards. Users need to insert their card and then ‘unlock’ it using a PIN which can be a mixture of numbers and letters, and is commonly 4 digits (although it is not limited to 4 digits).
What does redirect smart cards mean?
Remote Desktop Services redirection In a smart card sign-in scenario, the smart card service on the remote server redirects to the smart card reader that is connected to the local computer where the user is trying to sign in.
How do I log into my smart card?
Smart Card Logon in Microsoft Windows
- Present the smart card to the card reader, or attach the USB security token to the computer.
- Choose the Smart card option from the user list on the logon screen (see screenshot below).
- Enter the PIN of the smart card or security token when prompted.
How do I issue a smart card?
Issuing a smart card
- From the same screen, please change the Card Type to Enroll Smart Card.
- Select the device to enroll the smart card.
- Select the smart card type.
- Select the fingerprint template to be written on the card.
- Click the Write Smart Card button.
What is the best NHS contact smartcard reader?
The Gemalto CT30 is a cost-effective and well-established USB contact smartcard reader that is fully CCID and PC/SC compatible and supports all common smart cards including the NHS card. Simple plug-and-play operation on all versions of Windows with additional downloadable drivers for other operating systems such as MacOS.
How does a smartcard reader work?
The user inserts the card into a smartcard reader when they want to access a system and enters their secret PIN to unlock the smartcard. The smartcard reader then uses software on the PC in order to confirm the smartcard is valid and the user has the authority to access the system.
Can I use a virtual smartcard with NHS Digitals products?
Read more on Entrust virtual smartcards. NHS Digital is currently working with end systems suppliers and the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) to ensure that the virtual smartcard solution can be used with their products to authenticate and provide an Advanced Electronic Signature that meets NHS Digitals requirements.
What is a physical smartcard?
A physical smartcard is a piece of plastic with a smartcard chip built in. Similar to a credit card, it has its own secure enclave. The user inserts the card into a smartcard reader when they want to access a system and enters their secret PIN to unlock the smartcard.
