P200/P400 REFERENCE GUIDE 47
CHAPTER 5
Performing Downloads
This chapter contains information and procedures to allow you to perform the
various types of data transfers required to:
• Develop applications for the PINpad.
• Prepare PINpads for deployment.
• Maintain PINpad installations in the field.
• Transfer data to/from PINpads, terminals (Host), and PC.
In this chapter, information pertaining to file authentication is only discussed in the
context of procedures while performing file downloads. See File Authentication for
more information.
The PINpad contains ports that allow connection to a network or other terminals
(for back-to-back downloads). See Download Methods and Procedures.
Downloads and
Uploads
The PINpad can perform a download via the following connectivity options:
• Using NFS
• Using the ZonTalk Protocol via Serial connection
• Using the Netloader
• Using a local USB memory device / SD device
Refer to sample screen display in Table 5 (Home>Update) for more information.
Serial download can also be done without using an onboard application, please
refer to Downloading without an Onboard Application for more information.
Downloads require moving the application and/or application data files from a
remote computer to the PINpad. In the device application development,
application files are downloaded from a development PC directly to the PINpad. In
the field, application files must be transferred from the device’s controlling device
(ECR, LAN controller, and so on) to the PINpad.
The device supports a module called the Secure Installer (SI). The SI is
responsible for authentication and installation of applications and operating
system components. It follows a well defined specification requiring bundles and
packages. The detailed information on creation of download files for the device is
contained in the Programmer's Manual.
Also note that the device SDK includes a tool called the Package Manager to aid
developers and deployment personal create and maintain bundles and packages.
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