Configuring an Internet Connection for the PAX Terminal
For the PAX terminal to operate correctly, it must be configured for internet
connectivity. Use this information to configure an internet connection for the PAX
terminal.
Before the terminal can be used to process payments, it must also be associated with a
merchant ID in the
Create a Password for the PAX Terminal Settings Menu
The Settings menu on a PAX terminal is where you configure device features, internet connections,
and other options. Access to the menu is password protected. The PAX device ships
with a default password. Replace the default password with a unique, secure one when
setting up the device.
Follow these steps to create a Settings password on the PAX terminal.
Figure:
Settings Menu on PAX Terminal Home Screen and Password Input Screen in
Settings Menu
On the terminal Home screen, tap the
Settings
icon. You
are prompted to enter the Settings password.
If you are a first-time user, enter the default Settings password:
pax9876@@
. Tap the
Checkmark
. The
Settings screen appears.
Replace the default Settings password with a unique, secure one. In the Device
section, tap
Password
. Follow the prompts to change the
Settings password.
Configuring Ethernet IP Connections on the PAX Terminal
You can connect the PAX A35 payment terminal to your local area network (LAN) using a
wired Ethernet IP connection.
These are the IP connections that you can use to connect the PAX terminal to your
LAN.
Dynamic IP connection
Description:
When using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
IP connection, the payment terminal is randomly assigned IP addresses by your
internet service provider when you access the internet. This connection is also
called a
dynamic IP connection
.
Benefits:
Simplifies network management and eliminate the need to
manually configure settings on each PAX terminal.
Benefits of Using an Ethernet IP Connection with the PAX Terminal
These are some of the benefits of using a wired Ethernet IP connection instead of a Wi-Fi
connection with the PAX terminal:
Security:
Ethernet IP connections are typically more secure because
access is restricted to devices physically connected to the router or network
switch.
Stability:
Wired connections are less susceptible to interference from
nearby wireless devices, resulting in more consistent performance.
Speed:
An Ethernet connection typically provides lower latency than
Wi-Fi, meaning data travels more quickly and reliably between devices.
Connect the Ethernet Cable to the PAX Terminal
An Ethernet cable is required to connect the PAX A35 payment terminal to a
point-of-sale (POS) system. This cable is not included with the PAX device, so you must
have one available to complete this task.
IMPORTANT
You cannot connect the
PAX A35 terminal to a point-of-sale (POS) system using a standard USB or RS-232
serial port.
Follow these steps to connect the Ethernet cable to the PAX terminal.
Connect the other plug on the Ethernet cable to the compatible port on your POS
system.
Configuring an Ethernet Dynamic IP Connection on the PAX Terminal
Use the information in this section to configure an Ethernet Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP) IP connection on the PAX A35 terminal. This connection is also called a
dynamic IP connection
. When this type of connection is enabled, your payment
terminal is automatically assigned an IP address by your network service provider each
time it connects to the internet.
Enable an Ethernet Dynamic IP Connection on the PAX Terminal
To enable an Ethernet IP connection, use an Ethernet cable to connect your PAX A35
terminal to your point-of-sale (POS) system. For more information, see Connect the Ethernet Cable to the PAX Terminal.
Figure:
Settings Menu Screens Used to Enable an Ethernet Dynamic IP Connection on PAX
Terminal
Follow these steps to enable the Ethernet Dynamic IP connection on the PAX
terminal.
icon. The Ethernet network connection
settings screen appears.
Scroll down and then tap
Ethernet Configuration
. A
pop-up menu appears.
Choose
DHCP
.
Leave the Proxy type set to
None
. This setting is the
default.
Tap
Save
. Network details, including IP address,
Gateway, and DNS, appear on the terminal screen.
Use the IP address that is shown on the terminal screen in your POS
system.
To exit the screen, tap the back arrow until you reach the Home screen.
Configuring an Ethernet Static IP Connection on the PAX Terminal
Use the information in this section to configure an Ethernet static IP connection for the
PAX terminal. This type of connection uses a single IP address that you specify in the
terminal settings.
IMPORTANT
Before starting this configuration, you might need to consult your IT
department to obtain the information required to configure this type of network
connection.
Enable an Ethernet Static IP Connection on the PAX Terminal
To enable an Ethernet IP connection, use an Ethernet cable to connect your PAX A35
terminal to your point-of-sale (POS) system. For more information, see Connect the Ethernet Cable to the PAX Terminal.
Figure:
Settings Menu Screens Used to Enable an Ethernet Static IP Connection on PAX
Terminal
Follow these steps to enable the Ethernet static IP connection on the PAX
terminal.
icon. The Ethernet network connection
settings screen appears.
Scroll down and then tap
Ethernet Configuration
. A
pop-up menu appears.
Choose
Static
. A screen appears with fields in which
you will enter this information:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
IP address
field: Enter the static IP address for
your network.
Netmask
field: Enter the IP address for your
netmask.
Gateway
field: Enter the IP address for your
gateway.
DNS 1
field: Enter the IP address for the first
domain name system server.
DNS 2
field: Enter the IP address for the second
domain name system server.
Tap
Save
.
To exit the screen, tap the back arrow until you reach the Home screen.
Configuring an Ethernet Proxy IP Connection on the PAX Terminal
Use the information in this section to configure a Ethernet proxy IP connection on the
PAX terminal.
If your business hides its Wi-Fi network from the public, you are using a proxy server.
In this instance, you must use the Proxy IP configuration option to connect the PAX
terminal to your network.
IMPORTANT
Before starting this configuration, consult your IT department to
obtain the information required to configure this type of network connection.
Enable an Ethernet Proxy IP Connection on the PAX Terminal
To enable an Ethernet IP connection, use an Ethernet cable to connect your PAX A35
terminal to your point-of-sale (POS) system. For more information, see Connect the Ethernet Cable to the PAX Terminal.
Figure:
Settings Menu Screens Used to Enable an Ethernet Proxy IP Connection on PAX
Terminal
Follow these steps to enable the Ethernet proxy IP connection on the PAX
terminal.
icon. The Ethernet network connection
settings screen appears.
Scroll down and then tap
Ethernet Configuration
. A
pop-up menu appears.
Choose
DHCP
.
Click the Proxy drop-down menu arrow.
Choose
Manual
. A screen appears with fields in which you
will enter this information:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Proxy hostname
field: Enter the proxy URL.
Proxy port
field: Enter the 4-digit proxy port
number.
Bypass proxy
field: Enter safelist URLs that are
allowed to bypass the proxy. This field is optional.
Tap
Save
.
To exit the screen, tap the back arrow until you reach the Home screen.
Configuring Wi-Fi Network IP Connections on the PAX Terminal
These are the IP connections that you can use to connect the PAX terminal to your Wi-Fi
network:
Dynamic IP connection
Description:
When using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP) IP connection, the payment terminal is randomly assigned IP addresses by
your internet service provider when you access the internet. This type of
connection is also called a
dynamic IP connection
.
Benefits:
Simplifies network management and eliminate the need to
manually configure Wi-Fi settings on each PAX terminal.
Configuring a Dynamic IP Connection for a Wi-Fi Network on the PAX Terminal
Use this information to configure a dynamic IP connection for a Wi-Fi
network on the PAX terminal.
Using a dynamic IP connection is a convenient option for simple device set up, which
eliminates the need to manually manage static IP addresses. The payment terminal
receives a randomly assigned IP address from your internet service provider each time it
connects to the network.
. The device connects to your Wi-Fi network.
A Password screen appears.
Enter the PAX terminal settings password that you entered in step 1. The Wi-Fi
settings menu appears, showing that the terminal is connected to your Wi-Fi
network.
To exit the screen, tap the back arrow until you reach the Home screen.
Configuring a Static IP Connection for a Wi-Fi Network on the PAX Terminal
Use this information to configure a static IP connection for a Wi-Fi
network on the PAX terminal. This configuration uses a single IP address when connecting
to the internet, which you specify in the terminal settings.
IMPORTANT
Before starting this configuration, you might need to consult your IT
department to obtain the information required to configure this type of network
connection.
field, enter the SSID (network name)
of your Wi-Fi network. The field is case sensitive.
Tap the
Advanced options
drop-down arrow. You might need
to scroll down to see this menu option.
Open the IP settings drop-down menu, choose
Static
.
Enter the required information in these Static fields:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
IP address
field: Enter the static IP address for
your Wi-Fi network.
Gateway
field: Enter the IP address for your
gateway.
Network prefix length
field: Enter the prefix
length for the subnetwork.
DNS 1
field: Enter the IP address for the first
domain name system server.
DNS 2
field: Enter the IP address for the second
domain name system server.
Tap
Save
. The Wi-Fi screen appears, showing that the
terminal is connected to your Wi-Fi network.
To exit the screen, tap the back arrow until you reach the Home screen.
Configuring a Proxy IP Connection for a Wi-Fi Network on the PAX Terminal
Use this information to configure a proxy IP connection for a Wi-Fi
network on the PAX terminal. Use this configuration when your Wi-Fi network is hidden by
a proxy server so that it cannot be detected as a publicly available network.
IMPORTANT
Before starting this configuration, consult your IT department to
obtain the information required to configure this type of network connection.
