Disclaimer: This method uses driver files from older software suites. Ensure you have administrative privileges.
The Ultimate Guide to the U.are.u 5300 Fingerprint Reader on Windows 10: Drivers, Issues, and Fixes
The driver you need is officially labeled for the , but it works perfectly for the 5300.
Plugging in your U.are.u 5300 often results in a generic “USB Composite Device” error or an “Unknown Device” in Device Manager. Don’t toss that scanner in the drawer just yet. Here is everything you need to know about getting the U.are.u 5300 working on Windows 10 (32-bit & 64-bit).
Do not use shady “driver updater” software. Instead, download the DigitalPersona Pro 7.1 SDK or the Crossmatch 4500 Driver Pack . (Search for dpfpms_x64.msi or DigitalPersona 4500 driver Windows 10 on trusted OEM support forums).
