VeriFone, Inc
VeriFone, Inc M094-207-01-R MX850 pos terminal 64MB RAM 266 MHz ARM9
Multimedia payment terminal with colour touchscreen, triple-track magstripe, smart-card and contactless readers, 13 laser-etched tactile keys, 266 MHz ARM9 processor, 64 MB RAM, Linux OS, USB.
- TypeMultimedia Payment Terminal
- ColorBlack
- ProcessorARM9 266 MHz
- Internal Memory64MB RAM / 64MB ROM
- Operation SystemLinux
- Card ReaderMagstripe, Smart Card, Contactless
- Secure PIN entry via 13 laser-etched tactile keys plus 4 ATM-style screen keys
- Faster checkout with bi-directional triple-track magstripe reader that minimises re-swipes
- Runs Linux on 266 MHz ARM9 processor with 64MB RAM and 64MB ROM
- PCI PED approved encryption protects every transaction on the colour backlit display
- Future-proof connectivity through USB, Serial and 10/100BaseT Ethernet interfaces
VeriFone MX850 multimedia payment terminal
The VeriFone MX850 is a Linux-based multimedia payment terminal designed for retail and hospitality environments that require secure, multi-method transaction processing. It suits merchants who need a single countertop device that handles magnetic stripe, smart card and contactless payments without separate peripherals.
Thermals noise and power in daily operation
The unit runs on an ARM9 processor clocked at 266 MHz with 64 MB of RAM and 64 MB of ROM, a combination that draws minimal power and generates negligible heat during continuous use. No active cooling is present, so the terminal operates silently at the point of sale.
Upgrade path and when the jump makes sense
This model replaces legacy terminals that lack integrated contactless reading or PCI PED approved encryption, consolidating magstripe tracks one two three, smart card and NFC into one housing. The jump is worthwhile when a business must support EMV and contactless schemes from a single Ethernet, USB or serial-connected device.
Highlights
- Secure PIN entry via 13 laser-etched tactile keys plus 4 ATM-style screen keys
- Faster checkout with bi-directional triple-track magstripe reader that minimises re-swipes
- Runs Linux on 266 MHz ARM9 processor with 64MB RAM and 64MB ROM
- PCI PED approved encryption protects every transaction on the colour backlit display
- Future-proof connectivity through USB, Serial and 10/100BaseT Ethernet interfaces
Specifications
| Brand | VeriFone |
|---|---|
| Model | MX850 |
| Part Number | M094-207-01-R |
| Type | Multimedia Payment Terminal |
| Color | Black |
| Processor | ARM9 266 MHz |
| Internal Memory | 64MB RAM / 64MB ROM |
| Operation System | Linux |
| Card Reader | Magstripe, Smart Card, Contactless |
| Magnetic Card Track | 1/2/3 |
| Display | Color |
| Display Feature | 1/4 VGA, Backlit |
| Keypad | Recessed for privacy 13 laser-etched tactile keys + 4 screen-addressable ATM-style keys |
| Stylus Pen | Non-mechanical |
| Interface | USB, Serial, Ethernet |
| Support Smart Card | Yes |
| Encryption | Yes |
| PCI PED Approved | Yes |
| Feature | Private, tactile, recessed keypad with familiar ATM-style interface reduces errors Bi-directional, triple-track mag-stripe card reader minimizes re-swiping 10/100BaseT Ethernet connectivity delivers content seamlessly from any network Includes PCI PED 2.x Supports VeriShield Remote Key to remotely and securely manage key injection, using online and offline methods |
| Shipping weight | 1.59 kg |
| Package size | 330 × 330 × 178 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I connect the MX850 to my network and what is the step people often miss?
Connect the Ethernet cable to the 10/100BaseT port and configure the IP settings on the Linux OS; the step often missed is confirming the terminal obtains a valid IP address before processing transactions.
Which parts of the MX850 can be replaced in the field when they wear out?
The terminal uses field-replaceable modules and expansion slots, so the card reader, display, keypad or communication modules can be swapped without replacing the whole unit.
What is the first performance limit reached during continuous high-volume use?
The 266 MHz ARM9 processor with 64MB RAM is the limiting factor; sustained heavy transaction loads will hit CPU and memory capacity before the Ethernet interface saturates.
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