Setting Up Your Fido Key on Windows 10: A Step-by-Step Guide

Microsoft has implemented phase three of Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) hardening in its latest update, which includes quality improvements from update KB5022906. As part of this security update, you can now add your FIDO Security Key to your Windows 10 device. In this article, we will guide you through the process of setting up and pairing your Fido Key with Windows 10.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure that your Windows 10 device is running a supported edition. If not, use update KB4562830 to upgrade to the supported editions of Windows 10, version 20H2.

Unboxing Your Fido Key Bundle

The FEITIAN FIDO2 Bundle (K33 + K27 + K26) arrived at my doorstep within a week after ordering from China using FedEx. The unboxing experience was premium, and the build quality felt good. The bundle includes the K33 Bluetooth pairing key, which supports USB-C connectivity.

Pairing Your Fido Key

To pair your Fido Key with Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. First-time setup requires holding the K33 Bluetooth pairing key for about 5 seconds.

2. Go to Windows 10 – Sign-in Options and select 'Add a security key' or 'Add a FIDO Security Key.'

3. Follow the prompts to complete the pairing process.

Configuring Your Fido Key

For configuring the K33, I used this guide. While Bluetooth is supported by the K33, I would advise caution when using it at scale due to security concerns.

Fido Key and Azure AD Support

As part of my testing, I explored FEITIAN's FIDO support, which includes biometric capabilities such as fingerprint recognition. This technology has been around for a while, but I only came across FEITIAN when Microsoft announced its partners for FIDO support. In this blog post, I will provide an update on my experience with the Fido Key and Passwordless authentication using Azure AD.

In conclusion, setting up your Fido Key on Windows 10 is a straightforward process that involves pairing and configuring your device. With the FEITIAN FIDO2 Bundle, you can enjoy premium build quality and advanced security features like biometric recognition. If you're looking to try out Passwordless authentication with Azure AD, this guide should provide you with a good starting point.

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