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Keystroke Advanced POS is a 32 bit Windows application requiring a computer running Windows XP SP3 or better (including Windows Embedded POSReady 7, formerly WEPOS) or 2003/2008 Server. Installation from CD requires a CD or DVD drive, and a hard disk (with about 130MB free for program files, an additional 70MB for optional on-line documentation, plus room for data).
Keystroke runs on both local area networks (LANs) and a wide area networks (WANs) allowing for multiple POS registers and/or back office workstations. An Authorized Keystroke Dealer can explain more about network operating systems which require separate hardware, cabling, software, and configuration.
What hardware is recommended for Keystroke?
SBS does have a few important recommendations; such as relying on the advice of a local Authorized Keystroke Dealer. Most Dealers have firsthand field experience with installing and servicing a wide variety of hardware and software. They will also have the ability to visit the store location and speak with the owner/manager regarding any particular needs. Therefore, the strongest recommendation is to work closely with a Dealer and don’t try to piecemeal a system together based solely on the lowest price. Any money saved on buying a printer at the local discount store will eventually be spent many times over getting it to work properly.
The following are some of SBS's hardware recommendations and suggestions:
Computers:
Keystroke requires a computer running Windows XP SP3 or better. Any computer capable of adequately running its operating system (e.g. sufficient RAM and system resources) will be able to run Keystroke.
A conventional PC can be used and peripherals such as a receipt printer, cash drawer, and barcode scanner can be added. There are also a variety of computers available which are designed and constructed specifically for the point of sale. Commonly referred to as "All-In-Ones", these systems include some built-in peripherals and are designed to look more like a standard cash register. Ask your local Authorized Dealer about options and prices.
Operating Systems:
Keystroke Advanced POS requires Windows XP SP3 (or better) or 2003/2008 Server. Most new machines are pre-configured with Windows XP or Windows 7, which includes networking capabilities that work well for one to three workstations. In installations with multiple workstations, we strongly recommend installing a server. It will provide a faster, more reliable, and trouble-free network operating system.
Typical point of sale peripherals:
Keystroke Advanced POS supports nearly all PC-based POS hardware peripherals available on the market. This includes touch screen machines designed specifically for PCI PA-DSS compliant point of sale payment processing, biometric readers, cash drawers, barcode scanners, receipt printers, barcode label printers, customer pole displays, digital signage, digital video surveillance system text overlay (Talon DVR), change dispensers, electronic scales, deli scales, programmable keyboards, credit card readers, PIN pads, signature capture, end-to-end (E2E) encrypted payment devices (Magtek IPAD) and modems (both broadband and dial-up, for credit card processing and/or data interchange between multiple stores/locations).
Possible exceptions for use with Keystroke are proprietary devices which do not conform to standard USB/parallel/serial interfaces and some dedicated barcode printers which require a custom language for communication.
Printers:
Keystroke provides the ability to print a comprehensive selection of reports, business forms such as statements and invoices, and label formats such as mailing labels and barcode price tags.
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