Invalid Terminal ID

Invalid Terminal ID

There is no file for the terminal in Paxstore.
  1. Make sure there is a file built for the terminal in PAXSTORE
  2. Then verify the terminal is pointing to the correct TMS for a download
  3. If you have tried both options and they do not work do a firmware update on the terminal. 

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