NB-2020-U Fingerprint Reader
USB ID 298d:2020 · Next Biometrics
| Vendor | Next Biometrics |
|---|---|
| Vendor ID | 298d |
| Device ID | 2020 |
| Windows hardware ID | USB\VID_298D&PID_2020 |
| Linux modalias | usb:v298Dp2020 |
| Linux driver | no driver with exact ID |
Frequently asked questions
Which device has USB ID 298d:2020?
USB ID 298d:2020 is “NB-2020-U Fingerprint Reader” made by Next Biometrics (vendor ID 298d, device ID 2020).
Which Linux driver supports NB-2020-U Fingerprint Reader?
Linux kernel 6.12 lists no driver for this exact ID. Most USB devices (keyboards, mice, storage, webcams, audio) still work through generic class drivers such as usbhid, usb-storage, uvcvideo or snd-usb-audio. Overview of device classes and their drivers
How do I check whether NB-2020-U Fingerprint Reader is in my computer?
On Linux, lsusb -d 298d:2020 shows the device if it is present. On Windows, open Device Manager, then Properties → Details → Hardware Ids; it appears as USB\VID_298D&PID_2020.
How do I see which driver is currently in use?
lsusb -t prints the device tree with the bound driver (Driver=…) for each interface.