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Terminal Has Ethernet Link but Cannot Communicate

Use these steps if the terminal shows an Ethernet connection but cannot reach the payment service.

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Confirm the terminal shows an active Ethernet connection.
  2. Check whether other devices on the same network can access network services normally.
  3. Check whether other payment terminals are experiencing the same issue.
  4. Record the exact communication error displayed.
  5. Safely restart the terminal once.

Contact Support If

  • The Ethernet connection is active but payment communication still fails.
  • The terminal may be using an unknown static IP configuration.
  • A firewall or VLAN change may have occurred.
  • Multiple terminals are affected.

Important: Network configuration changes should only be performed by authorized IT personnel.

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