A quick introduction to Bizzfo Install and Setup


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Introduction


The purpose of this guide is to help the user install and update Bizzfo. It also includes client server set-up and printer set-up.


Note: Default password is 3


Download Bizzfo Point Of Sale


Download the latest version from www.bizzfo.co.za/Downloads




Important to use correct version 32 or 64bit depending on the target operating system.


Once downloaded, follow the on-screen instructions to Install Bizzfo




The install will set-up the following folder with the required files

- C:\Program Files\Bizzfo\Point of Sale

- Firebird 3 database will also be installed on the target PC


Note: There is no difference between client machine install and server installation


Update Bizzfo


Once installed, open Bizzfo icon to start application. There are a few ways to access live updater


Option 1: From the Log In Screen



Option 2: From  C:\Program Files\Bizzfo\Point of Sale\LiveUpdate.exe


Option 3: From Hive Menu



Live Update


Use the check for update to start the download process.



Follow on screen prompts and click yes to apply updates




Note: Updates are not automatic. This is by design. It is done to better manage client impact. As bizzfo is evolving at a rapid pace.

View Live Update Section for more details



Setup Server


There is no difference between the Server install and the client install. Thus the install and update procedure mentioned must be applied on all PC’s.


When updating to future versions in multi terminal environment. Be sure to update the server first and then the client machines.


Firebird Server Setup


Open the incoming port in the windows firewall for port 3050 on the server



Set the port - 3050



..Click next



...Click Next



...provide a name






Once the port is open (3050) the client machines will be able to connect



Client to Server Connection

Option 1. Simply specify the server PC name or IP address




Option 2. Set the path yourself




Server database path: C:\Program Files\Bizzfo\Point of Sale\db\BIZZFOPOS.FDB (default leave as is)



Client: localhost/3050:C:\Program Files\Bizzfo\Point of Sale\db\BIZZFOPOS.FDB

    • localhost = server pc name or IP address
    • 3050 = incoming port opened on the server



Printer Setup



Use the mouse to select the desired printer from the list.

At the bottom set the default printer type

- Cash Slip for thermal receipt printers or

- A4 for standard office printers





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