the0
October 15, 2025, 8:38pm
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Framework Laptop 12 doesn’t come with a fingerprint reader like the other models.
This project was inspired by:
It may be of interest to users of Framework Desktop as well, but this has not been tested.
Chipsailing CS971 fingerprint reader - 11€ (AliExpress )
USB-A to USB-C adapter - 4€ (Ebay )
These components are widely available from other sellers.
Seven failed attempts and two broken fingerprint readers. (If it isn’t obvious, this is my first attempt at 3D printing
Fingerprint reader (CS9711) Framework expansion card
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ht12345
October 15, 2025, 11:56pm
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Yes! This looks incredible! I gotta make this for myself
How well have you found it for everyday use?
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the0
October 16, 2025, 7:15am
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It works! Regarding the case, I’m really glad that I spent a few more rounds to get the base shorter than the rubber feet so that the laptop is level when placed on a table and doesn’t slide around. Regarding the chip, I hope it will be supported by the official version at some point but the fork works perfectly fine for now! Have fun
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nrp
October 17, 2025, 4:20am
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Woah! This is great. Awesome that it all fits.
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Has anybody tried this with Linux? Looking for a solution for my Framework desktop and I’m running Bazzite right now.
It works on linux, you may need to install a custom fprint that supports the fingerprint device.
the0
January 26, 2026, 9:21pm
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Hi, I’m using it with Fedora. See the github repo for more details on Linux compatibility.
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