DELL LATITUDE 5420 Smart Card Reader Board 04PH29

The Dell Latitude 5420 with part number 04PH29 (or 4PH29) specifically refers to a Smart Card Reader Board component, including the cage and ribbon cable, used in the Latitude 5420, 5430, and related Precision models. 

04PH29 Component Details

This part is a genuine Dell replacement module designed to provide or repair smart card reading functionality in the laptop. 

• Description: ASSY, PLMRST, SCRD (Smart Card Reader) with cage and metallic shield.
• Compatibility: Directly compatible with the Dell Latitude 5420, 5430, 5421, and Precision 3470.
• Inclusions: Typically includes the card reader board, the mounting cage/slot, and the necessary ribbon cable for connection to the system board.
• Function: Enables secure authentication via physical contact smart cards, a common requirement in corporate and government environments. 

Dell Latitude 5420 Laptop Overview

The laptop this part fits into is a 14-inch business-class notebook released around 2021-2022, featuring 11th Gen Intel processors. 

• Processors: Configurations range from Intel Core i3-1115G4 to i7-1185G7 vPro.
• Memory: Two SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM.
• Storage: Supports M.2 PCIe NV Me SSDs up to 2TB.
• Display: 14-inch panel options include FHD (1920x1080) with 250, 300, or 400 nits, and optional touch or privacy screens.
• Connectivity: Includes 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports (USB-C), 2x USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.0, RJ-45 Ethernet, and a micro SD card reader.
• Security: Features include an optional fingerprint reader in the power button, IR camera for Windows Hello, and the 04PH29 Smart Card Reader.