To turn on your Square POS system, the method depends on the specific Square hardware you are using. For dedicated devices like the Square Register, often referenced in setup guides, turning on the device typically involves connecting it to a power source.
Turning On Different Square POS Hardware
Square offers various hardware options for its point-of-sale system. Here's how to turn on some common types:
Square Register
The reference provided mentions "getting your Square Register up and running," which includes setting up the internet connection via Wi-Fi or Ethernet. This entire setup process begins after the device is powered on.
- How to Turn On: The Square Register usually powers on automatically when you connect the power adapter to a wall outlet and plug the power cable into the hub. There isn't a traditional power button that you press to initiate the boot-up sequence after it's plugged in. Once connected to power, the device should begin to boot up.
Square Terminal
The Square Terminal is a portable all-in-one payment device.
- How to Turn On: Look for a power button on the side or back of the device. Press and hold the power button until the screen turns on.
Square Stand (for iPad)
The Square Stand uses an iPad (or other compatible tablet) as the primary interface.
- How to Turn On: The Square Stand itself doesn't have a power button. It acts as a dock and often provides power to the connected iPad while plugged into a wall outlet. To turn on the system, ensure the iPad is placed securely in the stand and is turned on (using the iPad's power button if necessary). Ensure the stand's power adapter is plugged in.
Square App on a Mobile Device
If you are using the Square Point of Sale app on your own smartphone or tablet, the "POS system" is essentially your device.
- How to Turn On: Simply turn on your smartphone or tablet as you normally would using its power button. Then, open the Square Point of Sale app.
Remember that once your Square POS hardware is powered on, you will typically go through a setup process, which often involves connecting to your network, as highlighted in materials like the reference about the Square Register's internet setup options (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
