Hardware requirements
Entry Level
Barcode Printer
The Entry level includes the ability to print two specific types of barcodes. A dedicated barcode printer is recommended to print these labels. The requirements for the barcode printer are that they have a wired or wireless Ethernet connection and that the printer support Zebra's ZPL. Zebra is the biggest barcode printer company and their printing language "ZPL" is so dominant that most barcode printer manufacturers include it in their printers. Please contact us for the most up-to-date recommendations for printers.
Basic Level
Bar Code Printer
The Basic level includes the ability to print any number of labels that you define. A dedicated barcode printer is recommended to print these labels. The requirements for the barcode printer are that they have a wired or wireless Ethernet connection and that the printer support Zebra's ZPL. Zebra is the biggest barcode printer company and their printing language "ZPL" is so dominant that most barcode printer manufacturers include it in their printers. Please contact us for the most up-to-date recommendations for printers.
Bar Code Scanners
The Basic level allows users to scan barcodes that are connected to their computers. There are hundreds of options to select from, and all of them will work with DIS. Please contact us before you make purchase decision so we can review it with you.
Advanced Level
Bar Code Printer
The Advanced level includes the ability to print any number of labels that you define. A dedicated barcode printer is recommended to print these labels. The requirements for the barcode printer are that they have a wired or wireless Ethernet connection and that the printer support Zebra's ZPL. Zebra is the biggest barcode printer company and their printing language "ZPL" is so dominant that most barcode printer manufacturers include it in their printers. Please contact us for the most up-to-date recommendations for printers.
Bar Code Scanners
The Advanced level allows users to scan barcodes that are connected to their computers, however you might not need these if you use mobile devices. If you do want scanners attached to a computer, then there are hundreds of options to select from, and all of them will work with DIS. Please contact us before you make purchase decision so we can review it with you.
Mobile Devices
The Advanced level includes software for mobile devices. Specifically Android and iPhones. This technology is constantly changing so please contact us for our most up-to-date recommendations.
