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Compact & Affordable POS Billing Machine
Intel N95 quad core processor delivers reliable billing without premium pricing. This POS billing machine handles daily checkout volumes for small retail shops and cafes without breaking budget constraints.
Touch Display
15.6" capacitive PCAP display rated for 30+ million touches. Built for 10-hour shifts, this POS machine for small businesses handles steady daily billing without performance issues.
Essential I/O Connectivity
Four USB ports, dual COM ports, RJ-11 cash drawer trigger, and Gigabit Ethernet. Connect directly with thermal printers and barcode scanners without external hardware needed.
Windows 10
Full OPOS/JPOS driver support ensures your existing billing software runs unchanged. Setup takes under one hour, making this point-of-sale machine ideal for quick deployment.
Made-in-India
Manufactured in India with BIS certification for voltage-spike tolerance and dust resistance. Built for real small business conditions where uptime matters.
Low Total Cost
No premium features inflate the price. This POS billing machine delivers core checkout functionality at rates small businesses can afford while maintaining reliability, making it a practical grocery POS system for neighbourhood kirana stores.
Overview
POS-516N Desktop POS
The POS-516N is a purpose-built POS billing machine engineered for India's small retail shops and cafes. Perfect for retailers upgrading from manual registers to POS hardware systems. The POS-516N delivers professional checkout without enterprise pricing.
Everything Inside the POS-516N POS Billing Machine
Everything under the hood of the POS-516N: POS Billing Machine, grouped the way procurement teams read it.
System Memory
4 GB or 8 GB DDR4 RAM 1 x SO-DIMM Slot
Storage Memory
128 GB M.2 NVMe SSD or 256 GB M.2 NVMe SSD
| Processor & Memory | |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Processor N95, Quad-core, 3.40 GHz (Fanless) |
| Storage Memory | 128 GB M.2 NVMe SSD or 256 GB M.2 NVMe SSD |
| System Memory | 4 GB or 8 GB DDR4 RAM 1 x SO-DIMM Slot |
| Operator Display | |
| Size | 39.6 cm (15.6’’) TFT LCD with LED backlight. |
| Resolution / Brightness | 1366x768 / 275 nits |
| Touch Screen | Projected Capacitive Touch (PCAP) - True Flat |
| External Interface ports | |
| USB | 5 |
| HDMI | 1 |
| COM port (DB-9) | 2 |
| Network | 1 x Gigabit LAN |
| Cash Drawer | 1 x RJ11 |
| Audio | 1 x Line out & Mic In |
| Factory options | 1 x M.2 Wi-Fi + BT |
| Environmental | |
| Power Adapter | DC 12 V / 5 A |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ +45°C |
| Dimension (W x D x H) | 387 mm x 219 mm x 330 mm |
| Optional Accessories | |
| Printer | Thermal printer, 79.5 + 0.5 mm paper, 220 mm/sec, Auto-cutter 2D Barcode : QR code support, Interface : Serial+USB+LAN |
| Cash Drawer | 5-Bill/8-Coin metal cash drawer with lock & key and micro switch |
| MSR | 1-2-3 Tracks magnetic stripe card reader |
| Customer display | 20 chars x 2 lines VFD Green 9.7 inch Second display non touch |
| Net Weight | 5.3 kg (approx) |
| Operating System | |
| Operating System Supports | Windows 10 loT, Linux (subject to confirmation) |
Why the POS-516N Earns Its Keep
Affordable for Small Teams
Reliable checkout at budget-friendly rates, without unnecessary hardware overhead.
Made-in-India Support
BIS-certified design with local spare parts and 39 Essae service branches for faster turnaround.
Fast Deployment
One-hour setup ensures immediate productivity and faster transactions from day one. Setting up a new counter? Start with our billing counter hardware checklist.
Where the POS-516N Proves Its Worth
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QA Tested Accessories for POS-516N
The compact design pairs seamlessly with Essae’s tested peripherals, from the PR-65 POS printer to scanners and cash drawers, ensuring plug-and-play integration without complex configuration.
Cash Drawer
HS-410A POS Cash Drawer
A secure, heavy duty cash drawer engineered to integrate seamlessly with Essae POS systems. The HS-410A POS Cash Drawer is designed for continuous operation at busy billing counters, ensuring reliability and efficiency in high volume environments.
MSR / Card Reader
Magnetic Card Reader
Accurate and dependable MSR reader designed for retail, hospitality, and F&B point-of-sale environments. Ensures seamless card swipes and reliable payment processing across all billing counters.
Customer Display
Customer Display for POS Counters
A dedicated customer facing display engineered for POS counters, the Essae Customer Display ensures real time visibility of transaction details. It minimizes billing errors, enhances transparency, and builds confidence at every checkout point.
Second Display
Second Display
A POS customer facing display designed to keep buyers informed and engaged at checkout. The Essae Second Display enhances transparency, reduces disputes, and builds trust in every billing transaction.
Thermal Printer
PR-55 Thermal Receipt Printer
The PR-55 Thermal Receipt Printer is purpose-built for cafes, QSRs, and compact retail counters. It delivers high speed receipt printing in a space efficient design tailored for India’s dynamic food service environments.
POS Printer
PR-65 POS Printer
Essae PR-65 Direct Thermal POS Printer — 220mm/sec, USB + Serial + LAN, auto cutter, 1-year warranty. Purpose-built for retail and hospitality billing environments.
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Quick answers
Is the POS-516N GST-ready?
Yes. It is GST-compliant and integrates with Indian billing software such as TALLY, Busy, and cloud platforms. OPOS/JPOS drivers are pre-certified for GST compliance.
What warranty comes with it?
Standard one-year onsite warranty, with optional AMC. Essae’s nationwide service network ensures spare parts and technician support.
Can I upgrade to a larger POS later?
Yes. Data migration to larger Essae models (POS-915N, POS-916N) follows standard procedures with zero data loss.
Does the POS-516N support payment card readers?
Yes. With four USB ports and dual COM connectivity, it supports card readers, QR scanners, and other peripherals. Standard OPOS drivers enable plug-and-play integration
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