Retry Error

Retry Error

Retry Error: 

When processing a payment, if you get a retry error press the cancel button to see what the exact error is.

The terminal will either display a receive error (Dial Connection) or connect error (First Data). Troubleshoot based on the error you receive. 

For further troubleshooting:


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