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[RR & SP]

Has anyone tried buying all the peripherals (a touch screen monitor, a computer, printer, card swipe etc) and the software and manually building a POS system? Is it cheaper than buying a package of both HW and SW? The minimum it cost to buy a package is 3000$ . HW is not available in the shops like Fry's or Costco or Sam's Club. But is available thru HP, Dell etc.

How are the Microsoft POS software and the Quickbooks POS softwares, I think they come on the HP and Dell POS systems?

Any local dealers you recommend? Or details of how you purchased one.

[ExtraMSG]

I know Siam Societ has and thinks buying separately is a good idea. A touch screen is only $300-$500 bought online. And from what I understand, a lot of the all-in-ones like used for Micros are pretty weak-ass PCs.

[superdog]

Dear All,
Please give these guys a try:

CBM inc

http://www.cbmpos.com/contact.html

Address:
20 NE 20th Avenue
Portland OR, 97232-3019

Numbers:
503.239.5910
503.239.9452 fax


They treated me well, found me a used thermal printer really cheap. It works like a champ! They have all kinds of POS, and they seem very knowledgable about them. I said seem since I don't know much about POS system.


Best regards,
Ellen

[RR & SP]

Thanks Superdog. I will give CBM a call.

[RR & SP]

Hi,

Are any of you using MICROS POS system? Does the SW come loaded on the system and is it transferrable license? Can other software be installed on a MICROS?

Do you know anyone who can setup a Micros system or knows about the system well?

Thank You
SP

[ExtraMSG]

Micros has really strict rules about using their software.

We went with Dinerware and they've been FANTASTIC. They have a local service rep who's been really good and the software is very intuitive and ends up costing about 1/3rd Micros, maybe even less if you use your own equipment.

[RR & SP]

Hi Nick,

Congratulations on K&Z Opening and Best Wishes to you and Chef Ken.

Does dinnerware work on Micros equipement? The Micros system I purchased came with HSI and i am having a hard time figuring out stuff without any documentation.

Thanks
sp

[Tampa POS]

Can you please specify what kind of POS system you exactly need because there are many types of POS systems available in market like
1) Posiflex - KS 7315
2) Posiflex - KS 6215
3) EPSON mobilink wireless mobile printer
4) EPSON TM - T88IV
5) EPSON TN - U220
We provide all these POS systems with 24*7 on site and telephone support If you are operating in anywhere in florida then you can reach us at http://www.tampabaypos.com or you can call us toll free @ (888) 916-2999.

[Lacour]

I would recommend gemini computers. They sell POS systems. I have used them and have been very satisfied.

Good Luck on your search, hope this helps !!

Cheers
A

[Lacour]

Oh, also I would recommend another site called gci-store.com. They seem to carry a more specific range of pos systems.

Cheers
Alexis

[pcore]

Since this is an old thread I was wondering if anyone had any (2011, not 2007) advice/recommendation for a simple POS system?
It would be for a bar that is opening this summer. Thank you.

[ExtraMSG]

I still say Dinerware, though I just helped a place open with a cheaper POS option:

http://www.businesso...com/pointofsale

It's not the easiest system to setup, but it works, the hardware and software is relatively cheap, and their support options are very cheap. Dinerware is still only mid-priced, though, so if you can pay a bit more, it's probably worth it and the evidence is...evident since about every new restaurant in Portland now buys Dinerware.

[polloelastico]

For a smaller operation, I'm wondering if something like Square would fit a need.

http://gigaom.com/ap...try-on-the-run/

http://gigaom.com/ap...e-availability/

[pcore]

@ExtraMSG Thanks, I'll look into it.
@polloelastico We looked into this, and other iPad POS systems, but it wasn't exactly what we needed. It's a pretty cool feature, surprised more carts aren't using it.

[ibgpdx]

Does anyone have experience or can comment on the iPad based POS Lavu with Zephyr Hardware?

The price seems attractive compared to traditional systems like Aloha, Micros, Dinerware, etc...

Seems like the tablet based systems have come a long way with proper receipt printers, cash drawers, kitchen printers, dedicated stands, food-service specific user interface, etc...

Thanks.