How do I get my CAC reader to work at home?

How do I get my CAC reader to work at home?

CAC (see note below) Card reader….You can get started using your CAC by following these basic steps:

  1. Get a card reader.
  2. Install middleware, if necessary.
  3. Install DoD root certificates with InstallRoot (32-bit, 64-bit or Non Administrator).
  4. Make certificates available to your operating system and/or browser, if necessary.

How do I download my CAC card reader?

Steps to Installing Your CAC Reader on Your PC Overview

  1. Ensure your CAC Reader works for PC.
  2. Check to make sure your PC accepts the CAC reader.
  3. Update Your DOD Certificates.
  4. Verify you have the right ActivClient for your branch.

How do I import my CAC certificates into Chrome?

For Google Chrome:

  1. Navigate to Tools > Options > Under the Hood and click Manage Certificates in the HTTPS/SSL section.
  2. On the Personal tab, review the list of certificates to determine if your CAC certificates are in the list.
  3. If the certificates appear in the list, you are finished.

Can you use your CAC on personal computer?

Installing DoD Root Certificates It order to utilize a CAC on a personal computer, it is necessary to install the DoD Root Certificates, which are common to all users.

How can a civilian get a CAC card?

Getting Your CAC. Applicants for a CAC must be sponsored by a DoD government official or employee. For the majority of CAC holders (Military and DoD Civilian), your sponsor will be an authoritative data feed from your Human Resources department.

How do I update my new CAC certificates?

Select “CAC” login type at the top right, then select Login below. Verify your extended “Card Expires” date. The expiration will be September 30, 2020 or your “Affiliation” end date, whichever is sooner. Click “Change CAC Email” to update your certificates.