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Posted on Nov 27, 2014
CAC PIN Locked--Remote Reset? MAJ (Join to see) 39.9K 13 22 1 1 0 My CAC PIN is mysteriously locked. Other than going to an ID Card issuing facility, how do I get the PIN unlocked? Posted in these groups: CAC Posted >1 y ago Follow this discussion
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3 3 0 CW3 Michael DanberryPosted >1 y ago The only way to unblock a CAC is at an ID card office. :( To find the nearest one, look at the RAPIDS Site Locator at: http://www.dmdc.osd.mil/rsl Vote up (3) Comment Vote down (0)
SGT (Join to see) >1 y I always wondered. I saw that the Active client has an option to make changes there, but I didn't think that would be so secure. I once had to reset it due to testing I was…[See More] Up (1) Reply Down (0)
CW3 Michael Danberry >1 y The ActivClient software does allow you to change your PIN, but you have to know the current PIN, and the card cannot be blocked. Up (1) Reply Down (0)
MAJ (Join to see) >1 y I've learned (and verified) that some unit personnel sections have been given permissions to unblock CACs and reset PINs. We'll see on Monday if this works. Up (0) Reply Down (0)
CW3 Michael Danberry >1 y This is possible if they have either a CPR (CAC PIN Reset station), or a full blown RAPIDS computer. Good luck, I see you are not in the US, so, I'm not sure how good t…[See More] Up (1) Reply Down (0)
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3 3 0 1LT (Join to see)Posted >1 y ago There is no way that I know of to remotely unlock a CAC. I know that some S1's can reset the pin. Besides that the only other option is the ID Facility. Vote up (3) Comment Vote down (0)
MAJ (Join to see) >1 y Thanks for the note on S1s being able to do this. I'll find out on Monday when I make a trip to a local unit if this actually works. Up (0) Reply Down (0)
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1 1 0 SPC (Join to see)Posted >1 y ago Sir, As working in a S6 office there is a way that is easier, you get the S6 personal to be logged in and then they go into the cac creditenals and reset pin. I have done it once before to help out a soldier who needed it reset I hope this helps you Sir Vote up (1) Comment Vote down (0) show previous comments
SPC (Join to see) >1 y Chief, It's in lower right of screen anyone can use it to change a pin shows cac card…[See More] Up (0) Reply Down (0)
CW3 Michael Danberry >1 y SPC Friar, how did the S6 office reset a blocked CAC? Do they have a finger print reader and access to DEERS? The PIN can be changed, but it can't be blocked. Up (1) Reply Down (0)
SPC (Join to see) >1 y That's different at my office the option is unlocked I'm not an admin and don't have the code but have done it to my cac as well and it went through and worked. May…[See More] Up (0) Reply Down (0)
CW3 Michael Danberry >1 y SPC Friar, I do see the unlock card when using ActivClient 6.2.0.x at home. It does require an unlock code. I'm familiar with this at work for our ASCLs. But, I have to get…[See More] Up (0) Reply Down (0)
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1 1 0 SCPO (Join to see)Posted >1 y ago MAJ (Join to see) I have heard of it being done with a computer with two CAC readers and someone with a "good" CAC to reset the FUBAR CAC. Vote up (1) Comment Vote down (0)
CW3 Michael Danberry >1 y I've only heard this for the ASCL (Alternate Smart Card Login) aka admin card. Not for a regular CAC. Up (0) Reply Down (0)
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0 0 0 Arod GoldPosted >1 y ago Can my CaC be unlocked remotely Vote up (0) Comment Vote down (0)
MAJ (Join to see) >1 y Not that I understand. Up (0) Reply Down (0)
CW3 Michael Danberry >1 y Arod, MAJ Jager is correct, it cannot be unlocked remotely. It requires you, your CAC, and your fingerprint at an ID card office at the same time. Up (0) Reply Down (0)
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0 0 0 1SG (Join to see)Posted >1 y ago Sir, BDE S-1s can unlock it as well. V/r 1SG Haro Vote up (0) Comment Vote down (0)
CW3 Michael Danberry >1 y Yes, if that Brigade has a RAPIDS computer. At one time they were supposed to be issued down to all Brigade level units. I'm at a one star command and am not authori…[See More] Up (0) Reply Down (0)
1SG (Join to see) >1 y RGR Sir Up (0) Reply Down (0)
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