For banks, solicitors, accountants, government offices, healthcare and anyone handling sensitive data, a secure all-in-one PC is about more than antivirus. Physical security, privacy and identity matter too. HiStone’s all-in-one PCs offer a range of built-in security options, including an integrated smart card reader, chassis intrusion detection, a camera curtain with anti-spy LED, a pop-up privacy camera and Kensington lock, which are hard to find together on mainstream all-in-one computers from Lenovo, HP, Dell or ASUS.
Security features on HiStone all-in-one PCs
| Feature | T20 | T22 | BF24 | E24 | GI24 / GI27 / U24 / BG24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated smart card reader | Option | Option | Option | Option | Via USB reader |
| Kensington lock | Option | Option | Option | Ask us | Ask us |
| Chassis intrusion detection | Option | Option | Option | Option | Ask us |
| Camera privacy | Camera curtain + anti-spy LED | Camera curtain + anti-spy LED | Camera curtain + anti-spy LED | Pop-up camera housing | Pop-up camera housing |
| Internal battery (power-cut protection) | Option | Option | Option | Option | – |
| Touch screen | 10-point | 10-point | Optional | Optional | Non-touch |
Smart card reader all-in-one PCs
An all-in-one PC with a built-in smart card reader removes the need for a USB reader hanging off the side of the screen, which is easily knocked, lost or unplugged. That is especially valuable for:
- NHS and healthcare – smartcard login to clinical systems and the Spine. See our healthcare AIO guide.
- Pharmacy – secure access to dispensing and patient records.
- Government and defence – PIV/CAC-style identity cards.
- Finance and legal – two-factor login and digital signing.
The Hibertek T20, T22, BF24 and E24 all offer an integrated smart card reader option.
Camera privacy: curtain, anti-spy LED and pop-up camera
Webcams are essential for Teams and Zoom, but a permanently exposed camera is a privacy concern in clinics, HR offices and boardrooms. The Hibertek T20, T22 and BF24 offer a physical camera curtain plus an anti-spy LED that shows when the camera is active. The E24, GI24, GI27, U24 and BG24 use a pop-up camera housing, so when the camera is down, it cannot see anything.
Chassis intrusion and physical security
Chassis intrusion detection records when the case has been opened, so IT can spot tampering, memory or drive theft. Combine it with a Kensington lock, BIOS passwords and boot restrictions for unattended public-facing machines in libraries, receptions and student areas.
How mainstream AIOs compare
HP ProOne and EliteOne
HP’s business AIOs include HP Wolf Security software and firmware protection, and selected models offer pop-up cameras. Integrated smart card reader availability varies by model.
Dell Pro All-in-One
Dell offers TPM 2.0, chassis intrusion on some models and a privacy-shutter camera. Smart card support is typically via USB peripherals.
Lenovo ThinkCentre AIO
Lenovo’s ThinkShield security suite and privacy shutters are strong, and IR cameras support Windows Hello. Integrated smart card reader availability varies by model.
ASUS ExpertCenter and Elo
ASUS business AIOs offer TPM and webcam shutters on some models. Elo touch computers focus on commercial touch and peripherals, with smart card and NFC readers available as add-on modules on some ranges.
Our point is not that the big brands are insecure. They are not. It is that HiStone lets you combine an integrated smart card reader, chassis intrusion, camera privacy, VESA and touch in a single configured AIO, without hunting for a specific premium SKU.
Secure configuration before dispatch
- Load your hardened Windows 11 Pro or Linux image
- Set BIOS supervisor passwords, boot order and USB boot restrictions
- Enable TPM and prepare for BitLocker or your encryption tool
- Test smart card readers with your middleware
- Record serial numbers and asset tags for your CMDB
Secure all-in-one PC FAQs
Can I get an all-in-one PC with a built-in smart card reader?
Yes. The Hibertek T20, T22, BF24 and E24 offer an integrated smart card reader option.
Which all-in-one PC is best for NHS smartcard use?
The T22 touch screen PC or the BF24/E24 24-inch AIO with integrated smart card reader are well suited to healthcare.
Do HiStone AIOs have webcam privacy shutters?
Yes. The T20, T22 and BF24 offer a camera curtain with anti-spy LED, and the E24, GI, U and BG series use a pop-up camera.
Specify a secure AIO
See our touch screen AIO range and all-in-one PC range, or talk to our team on 0116 260 3100 about your security requirements.