"The Smart Card Is in Backwards" Error Message Although No Smart Card is Inserted (307085)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
  • Microsoft Windows XP 64-Bit Edition
This article was previously published under Q307085

SYMPTOMS

When you are using a computer that has a smart card reader, the following error message may appear even though no smart card is inserted into the smart card reader:
The Smart Card is in backwards.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur because of a failure in the smart card reader hardware.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, contact the manufacturer of the smart card reader hardware.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/1/2001
Keywords:kb3rdparty kberrmsg kbprb KB307085
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