Hardware Setup | ConnectPOS Mon, 18 Aug 2025 20:22:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.connectpos.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/cropped-logo-CPOS-favicon-32x32.webp Hardware Setup | ConnectPOS 32 32 Hardware Suggestions & Setup Steps https://www.connectpos.com/knowledgebase/hardware-suggestions-setup-steps/ https://www.connectpos.com/knowledgebase/hardware-suggestions-setup-steps/#respond Mon, 18 Aug 2025 20:20:01 +0000 https://www.connectpos.com/?post_type=docs&p=103689 Receipt Printers iPad/Tablet (Bluetooth – Star/Epson only) Step 1: Connect the printer to the iPad via Bluetooth. Step 2: In POS, go to Settings → Hardware. Step 3: Select Star/Epson from the list. Step 4: Choose Type: Bluetooth. Step 5: Tap Search, then Add and Save. iPad/Tablet (LAN – Star/Epson/Other Brands) Step 1: Obtain the […]

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  • Suggested Models: Star TSP100, Epson, mPOP (Star) – LAN/Bluetooth/USB, other thermal receipt printers supporting USB, LAN, or Bluetooth.
  • Setup Steps

iPad/Tablet (Bluetooth – Star/Epson only)

Step 1: Connect the printer to the iPad via Bluetooth.

Step 2: In POS, go to Settings → Hardware.

Step 3: Select Star/Epson from the list.

Step 4: Choose Type: Bluetooth.

Step 5: Tap Search, then Add and Save.

iPad/Tablet (LAN – Star/Epson/Other Brands)

Step 1: Obtain the printer’s IP address by holding Feed + Power until it prints.

Step 2: Make sure the printer and iPad/Tablet are on the same network (first 7–8 IP digits match).

Step 3: In POS, go to Settings → Hardware.

Step 4: Enter the IP address.

Step 5: Set Port to 9100.

Step 6: Save settings.

Windows/MacOS (USB, LAN, Bluetooth)

Step 1: Download and install the manufacturer’s driver.

Step 2: Confirm the printer appears in Printers & Scanners.

Step 3: In POS, go to Settings → Hardware.

Step 4: Select the printer.

Step 5: Enable Automatically print receipt after sale.

Step 6: Assign the printer to the correct outlet.

Cash Drawers
  • Suggested Models: Any POS-compatible cash drawer that connects via receipt printer RJ11 port or directly via USB.
  • Setup Steps

Step 1: Connect the cash drawer to the receipt printer’s kick port or directly via USB.

Step 2: In POS, go to Settings → Hardware.

Step 3: Add or select the cash drawer.

Step 4: Enable Open drawer after printing.

Barcode Scanners
  • Suggested Models: Zebra LS, Socket Mobile, any USB/Bluetooth-compatible scanner.
  • Setup Steps

Windows/MacOS (USB/Bluetooth)

Step 1: Connect the scanner via USB or pair via Bluetooth.

Step 2: Wait for the scanner to be recognized as a keyboard input device.

Step 3: Open POS and scan an item to test.

iPad/Tablet (Bluetooth)

Step 1: Pair the scanner in the device’s Bluetooth Settings.

Step 2: Open POS and place the cursor in a text field.

Step 3: Scan an item to test.

Label Printers
  • Suggested Models: Star Micronics Label Printer, DYMO LabelWriter 450, Zebra, Brother.
  • Setup Steps

Step 1: Connect the label printer with your Window device via USB or pair via Bluetooth.

Step 2: Install the manufacturer’s driver.

Step 3: Confirm the printer appears in Printers & Scanners.

Step 4: In POS, go to Settings → Hardware.

Step 5: Select the label printer and save.

Note: Label printing from tablets is not recommended due to paper alignment issues.

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  • LAN (Ethernet/WLAN)
     A wired or wireless network connection that provides stable, high-speed communication between your hardware and POS system. Best for shared devices and busy environments where reliability is key.
  • USB
     A direct, wired connection between the device and your POS terminal. It’s simple to set up, dependable, and often powers the device, but can only connect to one POS at a time.
  • Bluetooth
     A short-range wireless connection is ideal for tablets and portable POS setups. While convenient, it has a limited range, is prone to interference, and can only connect to one POS device at a time.

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    ]]>     https://www.connectpos.com/knowledgebase/connection-types/feed/ 0     Available Hardware https://www.connectpos.com/knowledgebase/available-hardware/ https://www.connectpos.com/knowledgebase/available-hardware/#respond Mon, 18 Aug 2025 20:18:33 +0000 https://www.connectpos.com/?post_type=docs&p=103685 The following hardware types are commonly used with the POS system: Label PrintersLabel printers produce adhesive labels for products, shelves, or shipping. Thermal label printers are most common in retail for printing barcodes, pricing, and inventory tags.

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    ]]>     The following hardware types are commonly used with the POS system:

    • Receipt Printers
      Receipt printers, specifically thermal printers, are essential for generating customer receipts quickly and quietly. They do not require ink and are widely used in retail and hospitality for their speed and reliability.
    • Cash Drawers
      Cash drawers securely store cash, coins, and receipts. They are often connected to a receipt printer and open automatically when a cash transaction is processed.
    • Barcode Scanners
      Barcode scanners capture product information instantly by reading barcodes. They reduce manual entry errors, speed up checkout, and support both 1D and 2D barcode formats.

    Label Printers
    Label printers produce adhesive labels for products, shelves, or shipping. Thermal label printers are most common in retail for printing barcodes, pricing, and inventory tags.

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