The following technical requirements are the minimum system requirements for running PC EFTPOS successfully.

Operating System

PC EFTPOS runs under the Microsoft Windows operating environment, including Windows 95b, 98a, 98b, ME, NT, 2000, XP, XPe.

Processor

Pentium 100MHz and above (PII 266MHz and above recommended).

Random Access Memory (RAM)

For machines running Windows 95b, 98 or ME, more than 32MB
For machines running Windows NT, 2000 or XP, more than 64MB

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

30MB

Client PC(s)

One free DB9 Serial COM Port (preferably COM Port 1) or USB for the pin pad (dependant on pin pad selection)
One Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) per client PC
TCP/IP installed

Server PC(s)

One free DB9 Serial COM Port (preferably COM Port 1) or USB for the external modem
One Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) per server PC
TCP/IP installed

Client/Server PC

PC EFTPOS can run both client and server standalone on the same PC. This requires two free DB9 Serial COM Ports (preferably COM Ports 1 and 2) for the pin pad and modem*
TCP/IP installed
May only require one COM port if using USB for an external modem

POS Integration And Certification

To integrate PC EFTPOS with your point of sale (POS) system you'll need the PC EFTPOS Software Development Kit (SDK). Prior to receiving this kit you'll need to sign and return a software confidentiality agreement (this document will confirm any charges associated with the integration cycle). On return of the signed agreement we'll provide instructions on how to download the SDK so you can commence development.

Once development is complete, you will need to book a PC EFTPOS "Integration Certification". You will need to supply a completed test plan and test receipts prior to the start of your "Integration Certification". You will also need to provide a copy of your POS software along with installation instructions. Note that certification is conducted at EFTPOS New Zealand's premises in Wellington, and all equipment required for certification must be supplied by you. The development is piloted. On completion of a successful pilot the integrated solution is released to market.