The default password for the Pax S80 terminal is typically:
1001
In many cases, the password is 1001 and the user name is 01 (or left blank, depending on the specific processor/bank setup).
Important Notes:
- These defaults are often changed during initial setup by the payment processor or merchant.
- If
1001does not work, common defaults include0000or1234.- For terminals deployed by a specific bank or processing company, contact their support for the correct credentials (entering wrong passwords too many times can lock the device).
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terminal depends on the specific menu or function you are trying to access. Common default passwords include: Admin Menu: 000000 (six zeros) System/Back Desktop: pax9876@@ Common Technical Default: 9876
Merchant/Date-based: The current date in MMDDYYYY format (e.g., if today is January 30, 2026, the password would be 01302026) How to Use or Change Passwords
Access the Admin Menu: Press MENU and then select Admin Menu. When prompted, try the default 000000. Change Merchant or Admin Password: In the Admin Menu, press 9 for Password Menu. pax s80 default password
Press 1 to change the Merchant Password or 2 for the Admin Password.
Enter the current password, then set and confirm your new one.
Voiding Transactions: If the terminal asks for a password during a void or refund, it is frequently the current date.
Note: If these defaults do not work, your POS provider or bank may have set a custom password during setup. In such cases, you should contact their support team directly. PAX S80 Set-Up Guide - GEM-CAR
The default management password for most PAX S80 credit card terminals is the current date
If that doesn't work, here is a breakdown of the most common default credentials and how to use them: Common Default Passwords Current Date (e.g., if today is April 16, 2026, enter Standard Default Alternative Default Technician Code How to Access the Menu (Function) key. 1. Terminal Settings System Settings When prompted for the password, try the current date Troubleshooting Locked Terminals Password Reset
: If the default passwords have been changed and you don't have the new one, you will likely need to contact your Merchant Service Provider (MSP) The default password for the Pax S80 terminal
or payment processor. For security reasons, there is no universal "backdoor" code to bypass a custom-set password. Firmware Variations
: Depending on your processor (e.g., TSYS, Global Payments, First Data), the default password might be hardcoded to a specific string they provided during installation.
To access the administrative menus on a PAX S80 terminal, you generally need to use one of the standard default passwords or a dynamic date-based code.
Please note that many credit card processors change these defaults during setup for security purposes. If the options below do not work, you should contact your merchant service provider directly. 🔑 Common Default Passwords
The Current Date: The most common "password" for daily functions is the current date in MMDDYYYY format (e.g., January 30, 2026, would be 01302026). pax12345: A standard factory default for many PAX devices. 9876: Frequently used for settings and basic configuration. pax9876@@: A common alternative if "9876" is rejected.
MMDD: Some older firmware versions may only require the month and day (e.g., 0130). 💡 Troubleshooting Tips
Functional Access: To prompt the password screen, you can often try to access a "Void" or "Adjustment" function by pressing the F key or the Menu button. Important Notes:
Merchant Support: If none of these work, it likely means your processor has locked the terminal with a custom key. Check for a sticker on the side of the machine with a support phone number.
Device Lifecycle: PAX officially announced the End-of-Life for the S80 model as of 2023. If your device is malfunctioning, you may want to discuss an upgrade to a newer model like the A80 or A920 with your provider. PAX A920 Setup Guide - Global Payments Retail Help Center
Note: This information is intended for system administrators, technicians, and business owners who legally own or maintain this hardware. Unauthorized access to payment terminals is illegal.
Before diving into passwords, let’s clarify what the Pax S80 is. Unlike older keypad-only terminals, the Pax S80 features:
To access the terminal’s hidden admin menu (often called the “Manager Menu” or “System Settings”), you need a password. Without it, you cannot change network settings, update software, or troubleshoot errors.
You tried 123456 and 000000. Both failed. What now?
If your Pax S80 is fresh out of the box or has never been reconfigured by a technician, follow these steps:
1001 and press the green Enter key.Troubleshooting: If
1001does not work, try123456. If neither works, your payment processor (e.g., Stripe, Square, TSYS, First Data) has likely pre-configured a custom password during deployment.