Where is my FOB facility code HID?

This information is usually printed on the manufacturer’s box that contains the keyfobs or proximity cards. If this box is lost or misplaced, contact HID Tech Support at 1-800-237-7769 and give them the HID numbers printed on the card or fob. They can provide the Facility Code and Card Bit Type.

What is HID proximity card?

HID cards, also called prox cards, proximity cards & access control cards, are cards that use RFID embedded technology. HID card readers are used in access control systems to open doors.

How do I find my facility code?

How to Find Your Facility Code

1. Look at the label on your last box of cards – your facility code will be listed there with your card information.
2. Look at your access control software to see your facility code.

What is Facility code in proximity card?

Resolution: A site or facility code is a set of information used in a magnetic stripe, proximity or smart card to increase security. When presenting a credential to a reader the site code as well as the encoded id will be read to verify if the credential holder has access.

How do I know what proximity card I have?

First, look at the information on the front or back of the prox card. There are many manufacturers of prox cards but each card may contain physical markings printed on the card actual card….These markings may help you determine:

1. The manufacturer.
2. The card format.
3. The site and facility code.
4. The card ID range number.

How do I know what HID my key fob is?

The card identifying mark, generally printed on the back of the card in the lower left corner, consists of the HID logo, a card model designation, and the chip and manufacturer identifiers. Replacing any above asterisk (*) with a dash (– ) signifies that the card is configured only.

What is the difference between a smart card and a proximity card?

A proximity card is used primarily for access, while a smart card provides a higher level of authorization for access. With the banking information stored on the chip, the user can make purchases, in either a contact or contactless manner.

Are all proximity cards the same?

Standards for Proximity cards Proximity cards are all proprietary. This is also the case of the memory-based first generation of contactless smartcards. This means that there is no compatibility between the readers of a specific brand and the cards of another brand.

How do I program my hid key fob?

Understanding Your Programming Choices & Options

1. Step 1 – Find the Right HID Prox Format and Part Number. HID manufacturers a number of credential formats.
2. Step 2 – Specify Your Programming Information.
3. Step 3: Choose Your Card Range and Facility Code.
4. Step 4: Choose Between Pre-Selected or Custom Programming.

Are proximity cards RFID?

Both proximity and contactless cards employ the same fundamental technology–radio frequency identification (RFID)–for operation.