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# SwipeSimple PAX A80

Set up, connect, and activate your SwipeSimple PAX A80 terminal.

## SwipeSimple PAX A80 activation guide

Set up your PAX A80 terminal and sign in to SwipeSimple.

#### About the PAX A80

The PAX A80 is an Android-based countertop payment terminal.

It helps you accept payments securely with SwipeSimple. The device supports PCI PTS 5.x, SRED, and NFC contactless payments.

**Key features**

* Built-in camera and a high-definition 4-inch touchscreen.
* Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and Ethernet connectivity.
* Dual SIM support and one Micro USB port.

**Technical specifications**

* **Processor:** Quad-core Cortex-A53, 1.2 GHz application CPU; Cortex M3 security CPU.
* **Dimensions:** 7.12 × 3.3 × 3.19 inches.
* **Weight:** 13 ounces.

#### What's in the box

* PAX A80 terminal, power cable, and phone cable.
* PAX manual and quick setup guide.
* Test paper roll.

#### Connect and start the terminal

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#### Connect power

Connect the power cord and adapter to the **Power** port.

The port is on the back of the terminal.
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#### Turn on the terminal

Hold the power button for three to five seconds.

The button shares the red **Cancel** key. Release it when the terminal starts.

The terminal opens the Android Home screen. It does not open the payment app automatically.
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#### Configure terminal settings

Configure the settings that suit your business before connecting to SwipeSimple.

**Turn off key sounds**

1. On the Home screen, select **Settings**.
2. Select **Language & input**.
3. Select **Android Keyboard (AOSP)**, then **Preferences**.
4. Turn off **Sound on keypress**.

**Set the date and time zone**

1. In **Settings**, select **Date & time** under **System**.
2. Turn off **Automatic time zone**.
3. Select the correct time zone.
4. Turn off **Use 24-hour format** to use standard time.

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#### Connect to a network

Choose Ethernet or Wi-Fi for the terminal's connection.

**Connect with Ethernet**

1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the **LAN** port.
2. In **Settings**, select **Ethernet**.
3. Turn on Ethernet.

**Connect with Wi-Fi**

Configure Wi-Fi directly on the terminal. It cannot be configured in the terminal build file.

1. On the Home screen, select **Settings**.
2. Under **Wireless & networks**, select **Wi-Fi**.
3. Turn on Wi-Fi, then select your network.
4. Enter the network password when prompted.

The terminal supports DHCP, static IP, and manual proxy configurations.

#### Activate SwipeSimple

1. On the Home screen, select the **SwipeSimple** app.
2. Sign in with the credentials from your SwipeSimple Welcome email.
3. Create a new password when prompted.

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#### Verify the terminal

Run a sale, return, and batch report to verify the setup.

Use the SwipeSimple PAX quick reference guide for transaction instructions.

For post-activation terminal support, call Tech Support at **866-435-0666**. Select option 1, then option 2.


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