Network Configuration
Reliable networking is the foundation of a modern restaurant technology stack. The Network Configuration page lets managers and IT staff view connection status, configure devices, and troubleshoot issues.
Network Architecture
A typical restaurant deployment uses a segmented network to isolate POS traffic from guest Wi-Fi:
| Network Segment | Purpose | VLAN | Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|---|
| POS / BOH | Terminals, KDS, printers | VLAN 10 | 50 Mbps minimum |
| Management | Office PCs, back-office apps | VLAN 20 | 25 Mbps minimum |
| Guest Wi-Fi | Customer internet access | VLAN 30 | 100 Mbps recommended |
| IoT Devices | Sensors, digital signage, kiosks | VLAN 40 | 10 Mbps minimum |
Wi-Fi Setup
Configure SSIDs for each network segment. The platform manages Wi-Fi settings centrally and pushes them to compatible access points.
- POS SSID — hidden network with WPA3-Enterprise, MAC filtering enabled
- Guest SSID — captive portal with terms acceptance, bandwidth throttling per client
- Management SSID — WPA3-Personal with a strong passphrase, rotated quarterly
POS Network
All POS terminals communicate with the cloud API over HTTPS. In the event of an internet outage, terminals switch to offline mode and sync when connectivity returns.
- Terminals require a stable connection with latency under 100 ms to the API gateway
- A local fallback cache stores menu data, pricing, and recent transactions
- Network health is monitored continuously with automatic alerts on packet loss or high latency
Printer Connections
Kitchen and receipt printers connect via the local network. The platform supports:
- Network printers — Epson TM series, Star Micronics over TCP/IP
- USB printers — connected to a local print server or directly to a terminal
- Bluetooth printers — for tableside receipt printing on mobile devices
Configure print routing rules to direct orders to the correct kitchen printer based on item category (grill, fry, bar, dessert).
Firewall Settings
The platform requires outbound HTTPS (port 443) access to the following endpoints:
| Endpoint | Purpose |
|---|---|
*.olympuscloud.ai | API gateway and cloud services |
*.googleapis.com | Authentication and storage |
*.cloudflare.com | Edge services and AI |
*.stripe.com | Payment processing |
Inbound connections are not required. All communication is initiated from the restaurant to the cloud.
Bandwidth Requirements
Recommended internet service levels by restaurant size:
| Restaurant Size | Minimum Download | Minimum Upload | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (1-5 terminals) | 50 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 100/20 Mbps |
| Medium (6-15 terminals) | 100 Mbps | 25 Mbps | 200/50 Mbps |
| Large (16+ terminals) | 200 Mbps | 50 Mbps | 500/100 Mbps |
A secondary ISP connection is recommended for failover at locations with more than 10 terminals.