8.1 Instructions for troubleshooting a POI device 9 Additional Guidance 9.1 Additional Guidance for the Genius Smart P2PE solution 9.2 Instructions for how to confirm hardware, firmware, and application versions on POI devices 10. Appendix: Checklist for Remote Key Injection...
1. P2PE Solution Information and Solution Provider Contact Details 1.1 P2PE Solution Information Solution name: Genius Smart P2PE Solution reference number per PCI SSC website: 2021.00056.002 1.2 Solution Provider Contact Information Company name: Global Payments Direct, Inc. Company address: 5995 Winward Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30005...
2. Confirm devices were not tampered with and confirm the identity of any third party personnel 2.1 Instructions for ensuring POI devices originate from trusted sites/locations only To confirm that your device was shipped from a trusted location, do the following: Check the shipping label to confirm that the device was shipped from one of the following ●...
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3. Check that the Genius device is packed in a tamper-evident bag. 4. Confirm that the tamper-evident bag has no rips or evidence of tampering. 5. Check the tape that seals the top of the bag for evidence of tampering. If anyone has tried to remove the tape, the word “VOID”...
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The corresponding serial number is printed in the rightmost column of the packing slip, after the letters TE. 7. Check that the serial number of the device matches the serial number printed on the packing slip. The serial number of the Genius device is located on the back of the device: If you have a Wireless e285, the serial number is under the back cover.
Physically secure POI devices in your possession, including devices: Awaiting deployment ● Undergoing repair or otherwise not in use ● Waiting transport between sites/locations ● 2.3 Instructions to confirm the business need for, and identities of, any third-party personnel claiming to be support or repair personnel, prior to granting those personnel access to POI devices.
3 Approved POI Devices, Applications/Software, and the Merchant Inventory 3.1 POI Device Details The following information lists the details of the PCI-approved POI devices approved for use in this P2PE solution. Note: All POI device information can be verified by visiting: https://www.pcisecuritystandards.org/approved_companies_providers/approved_pin_transaction_se curity.php See also Section 9.2 Instructions for how to confirm hardware, firmware, and application versions on POI devices”...
3.3 POI Inventory & Monitoring All POI devices must be documented via inventory control and monitoring procedures, ● including device status (deployed, awaiting deployment, undergoing repair or otherwise not in use, or in transit). This inventory must be performed annually, at a minimum. ●...
4.1 Installation and connection instructions Genius Countertop MX915, Countertop MX925, Wireless V400m, and Wireless M400 devices To use Genius Smart P2PE, you can either purchase new devices from us or we can remotely inject keys into your existing devices. Existing devices To use existing devices: Complete “Appendix: Checklist for Remote Key Injection”...
Genius Handheld devices To use Genius Smart P2PE, you must purchase Handheld devices from us. Genius Countertop P400 and Wireless e285 devices To use Genius Smart P2PE, contact us. Setting up your Genius device To view instructions about how to set up your device, refer to your Quick Start Guide for your device.
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Important: If your device develops a fault, we arrange for you to return the device to us, and we ship a replacement device to you. We do not repair deployed devices; therefore, you should NOT grant access to any person that claims to be repair or support personnel. Genius stands To view instructions about how to install your Genius device onto a stand, refer to your Quick Start Guide for your stand.
5. POI Device Transit 5.1 Instructions for securing POI devices intended for, and during, transit Anytime you transport devices between locations, you must: Pack the devices in tamper-evident packaging before transit. For example, using ● tamper-evident bags, tamper seals, or security tape Ship devices using a trusted, trackable courier or shipping company.
6 POI Device Tamper & Modification Guidance 6.1 Instructions for physically inspecting POI devices and preventing skimming, including instructions and contact details for reporting any suspicious activity Additional guidance for skimming prevention on POI terminals can be found in the document entitled “Skimming Prevention: Best Practices for Merchants”, available at www.pcisecuritystandards.org.
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The corresponding serial number is printed in the rightmost column of the packing slip ● Record the device in your inventory. ● Inspect the device: ● If the device has foil seals, inspect the device to make sure that the foil seals covering the screws are intact and have not been replaced with non-manufacturer seals.
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Inspect the device for any signs of attempts to open it. Check for puncture marks, prize ● marks, and damage to the screws. Weigh your device when you first receive it and check the weight of the device as part of ●...
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SIM card or memory card inserted in the card slots Additional guidance for skimming prevention on POI terminals can be found in the document entitled “Skimming Prevention: Best Practices for Merchants”, available at www.pcisecuritystandards.org Note: The required frequency of inspections depends on factors such as the location of the device and whether it is attended or unattended.
Genius devices installed on stands If you cannot remove your device from its stand to check the printed serial number, you can ● check it in the Admin menu as follows: 1. When Genius is displaying the splash screen, press 0 on the keypad three times. 2.
7 Device Encryption Issues 7.1 Instructions for responding to POI device encryption failures In the event of a device encryption failure, you must immediately stop using the device. Do not re-enable the device until you confirm that full P2PE-encryption functions are restored and re-enabled.
8 POI Device Troubleshooting 8.1 Instructions for troubleshooting a POI device To view instructions about how to troubleshoot your Genius device, refer to the Quick Start Guide for your device.
9 Additional Guidance 9.1 Additional Guidance for the Genius Smart P2PE solution Important: We cannot share cardholder data with merchants who are using our P2PE solution, under any circumstances. For more useful help articles and troubleshooting information, visit https://help.globalpaymentsintegrated.com. 9.2 Instructions for how to confirm hardware, firmware, and application versions on POI devices Genius v5.2.x.x devices...
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MX915 and MX925 devices running Genius v6.4.x.x Use the Verifone Administration menu to confirm the following: Hardware number ● Firmware number ● Application version number ● 1. Ensure that the Genius is displaying the Splash screen. 2. On the keypad, press 1, 5, and 9 at the same time to enter System Mode. The Genius device displays a login screen.
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7. On the Information screen, tap the back button again. 8. Tap Run App to restart the Genius application. Genius Handheld devices Use the Genius Admin screen to confirm the following: Hardware number ● Firmware number ● Application version number ●...
We can remotely inject P2PE keys into your existing Genius devices. This process allows you to use our Genius Smart P2PE solution without purchasing new devices or sending your existing devices to us. Your devices must be either version three or version four of Verifone’s hardware and be listed as a PCI approved PTS device.
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By completing this checklist, I confirm that I have visually and physically inspected each of ● the devices I have listed in the table of devices I want to use for Genius Smart P2PE. I have checked each of the devices I want to use with Genius Smart P2PE, and I have ●...
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