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Is there any special equipment required to use Orchid POS? Orchid POS is a cloud-based browser application, which means you can use it on any device that supports the Google Chrome web browser. This includes desktops, all-in-one computers with a ...

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Is there any special equipment required to use Orchid POS?

Orchid POS is a cloud-based browser application, which means you can use it on any device that supports the Google Chrome web browser. This includes desktops, all-in-one computers with a touch screen, laptops, iPads, and Android devices.

Because Orchid POS is cloud-based, our servers are doing the heavy lifting. This allows a high degree of flexibility in terms of supported hardware.

Typically, stores choose to have at least one workstation (laptop, desktop, or all-in-one) with a standard monitor size (13 - 15 inches) for back office work.

Our pricing plans have no restrictions on how many devices or registers access Orchid POS.

Computer:

Orchid POS will run on any device which supports the Google Chrome web browser.

This includes: Desktops, All-In-Ones, Laptops, iPads, and Android devices.

In general, Windows based PCs offer the most compatibility with a wide range of peripherals (including printers).

For optimal system performance when using a desktop or laptop, it is recommended that your system includes the following:

Component	Recommended Minimum	Notes
Operating System	Windows 10 or newer macOS 12(Monterey)	It is important to keep your operating system up to date for security purposes. Microsoft has discontinued security updates for older operating systems (including Windows 7, XP and Vista), which leaves these systems vulnerable to malware.
RAM	16 GB	Modern operating systems require about 8 GB for their own use. If your system only has 8 GB, you may experience performance issues when there are many browser tabs open.
Disk Storage (HDD)	No requirement	All of your Orchid POS data is stored securely in the cloud, which means you don't have to worry about local storage or backup. Note: You do NOT need a Solid-State Drive (SSD). These are commonly recommended by retail outlets as an "up-sell". SSDs are absolutely unnecessary unless you require a 30-second bootup time.
USB Ports	5+ Ports	USB ports are used for virtually all peripherals (printers, barcode scanners, etc.) Additional USB ports can easily be added with a USB hub.