Getting Started with ZynoSuite Workstation

Workstation

ZynoSuite Workstation is a dedicated application for PC and Mac that provides the full ZynoSuite experience plus hardware integration for fingerprint readers, payment terminals, and more.

What the Workstation App Provides

The Workstation app offers everything the web app does, plus:

• Fingerprint authentication — Users can log in by scanning their fingerprint on a connected reader, enabling fast switching between staff members at shared stations.
• Payment terminal integration — Direct communication with Stripe card terminals for processing card-present transactions without browser limitations.
• Receipt printers and cash drawers — Print receipts and trigger cash drawer opens directly from the POS.
• Barcode readers — Scan product barcodes to add items to a sale or look up inventory.
• Label printers — Print inventory labels and shipping labels.
• Scales — Weigh products for sale by weight and for shipping label generation. (Coming soon)
• Workstation identity — Each installation is registered as a named workstation, which is used for terminal assignment, audit logging, and location-specific configuration.

If you do not need hardware peripherals, the web app provides the same core features with no installation.

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows or macOS

Installing the Application

1. Download the ZynoSuite Workstation installer from get.zyno.app.
2. Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts.
3. Once installation is complete, launch ZynoSuite Workstation from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.

The application will check for updates automatically and prompt you when a new version is available.

Registering the Workstation

When the Workstation app is launched for the first time on a new machine (or a machine that has not been registered), ZynoSuite will detect that the workstation is unregistered and guide you through the registration process.

How Registration Works

1. Detection — On launch, the app checks whether the current machine has a registered workstation identity. If not, you will see a registration prompt.
2. Sign in — An administrator signs in to initiate the registration.
3. Name the workstation — Enter a descriptive name for this workstation (e.g., "Front Desk 1" or "POS Station - Main Floor"). This name appears in admin panels, audit logs, and is used when assigning payment terminals.
4. Confirm — After registration, the workstation is linked to your organization and ready to use.

TIP

Choose a workstation name that clearly identifies its physical location or purpose. This makes it easier to manage terminals and troubleshoot issues later.

Logging In

After registration, any authorized user can log in to the workstation:

• Email and password — Enter your credentials as you would on the web.
• SSO — Select your SSO provider if your organization has configured one.
• Fingerprint — If a fingerprint reader is connected and your fingerprint is enrolled, place your finger on the reader to authenticate instantly.

For details on fingerprint enrollment and configuration, see the Fingerprint Authentication platform guide.