How to set a static IP on PAX A910SF Ethernet?

What is a static IP?

A static IP means the device keeps the same address on the network every time. The modem or router does not assign a new address on each connection, so the link between the fiscal POS and the computer or Ritapos stays more stable.

Static IP and DHCP concepts

DHCP is how a modem or router hands out temporary IP addresses. When the lease ends or the device reconnects, a different IP can appear. With a static IP you lock the address yourself; the device joins the network on every boot with the same IP, gateway and DNS values.

Why set a static IP?

An address assigned by DHCP can change over time. When it changes, the integration may drop, the device may not be found, or the payment link may need to be set up again. With a static IP the PAX A910SF stays on the same address; you configure it once and the connection holds even after the network restarts.

How to set a static IP on PAX A910SF Ethernet

Before you set a static IP, connect the PAX device to the modem with an Ethernet cable. Open the FPOS app on the device. Tap Settings in the lower right and enter 0000 as the password. Then go to Connection settings, Network information and tap Configure.

From the menu that opens, enter the Ethernet Configuration page and select Static IP. Enter the IP and DNS details in the form that appears.

An address such as 192.168.1.10 and a gateway such as 192.168.1.1 usually work. For DNS you can use 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4.

Is a static IP required for PAX A910SF integration?

No, it is not required. You can also integrate with DHCP. Still, we recommend using a static IP on the PAX A910SF so the connection does not drop when the address changes.

Use it integrated with Ritapos

See which devices integrate with Ritapos and how on the cash-register integrations page. For PAX, open the PAX A910SF integration page and the PAX A910SF user guide. If you still have questions about buying a POS device, Ritapos recommends Inpos. For Inpos integration, click here.