Server & Networking
POS Emirates designs, installs and manages business networks and servers for shops, restaurants, offices and warehouses across the UAE: structured cabling, PoE switches, Wi-Fi, dual-WAN routers, firewalls, UPS power and on-premise or hybrid servers. Reliable connectivity keeps POS terminals, cameras and attendance devices online through peak hours and outages.
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What is Server & Networking?
Server & Networking is the infrastructure service behind every reliable POS, attendance or cloud system. We survey your premises, design a network that separates POS, guest Wi-Fi and cameras, install cabling and equipment, configure routers with failover between du and Etisalat, protect power with UPS units, and set up any servers you still need on-site.
Who is it for?
Businesses whose operations depend on connectivity:
- New shops, restaurants and clinics being fitted out
- Offices moving premises or upgrading old Wi-Fi
- Warehouses needing coverage for handheld scanners and RFID
- Multi-branch companies wanting standard, remotely managed networks
What's included
Site survey and design
Coverage plan, rack location, VLAN and IP scheme documented before installation.
Structured cabling
Cat6/Cat6a cabling, patch panels, labelling and testing certificates.
Switches, routers and firewalls
Ubiquiti and MikroTik equipment configured with VLANs, QoS and dual-WAN failover.
Business Wi-Fi
Access points positioned for full coverage with separate staff, POS and guest networks.
Power protection
APC UPS units sized for your counters and rack.
Servers and storage
On-premise or hybrid servers, NAS backup and virtualisation where required.
Remote monitoring
Alerts for offline devices, link failures and UPS events under AMC.
Benefits
Stable POS connectivity
Segmented networks keep guest traffic away from your billing and payments.
Failover built in
Dual-WAN routers switch to the backup line automatically during outages.
Secure by design
Firewall rules, VLANs and MFA protect card data and business systems.
Documented and scalable
Labelled cabling and diagrams make adding counters or branches simple.
How it works
- 1
Survey
We walk the site, check ISP lines and measure Wi-Fi coverage.
- 2
Design and quote
Network diagram, equipment list and fixed price.
- 3
Cabling and rack
Structured cabling installed and tested, rack assembled.
- 4
Configuration
Routers, switches, Wi-Fi and servers configured and documented.
- 5
Handover and monitoring
Testing with your POS and devices; optional monitoring under AMC.
Service level
- Response time
- Network faults: 4 hours on-site for AMC customers
- Coverage
- All 7 emirates, on-site
- Support hours
- Sat–Thu 9am–6pm; installation outside trading hours on request
The network is part of the POS
Card payments time out, kitchen orders arrive late, attendance punches fail to sync: these are network problems that look like software problems. A shop or restaurant network in the UAE has to carry POS, payment terminals, cameras, music, staff phones and guest Wi-Fi at the same time, often over a single consumer router supplied by the ISP. POS Emirates replaces that with a designed, segmented, monitored network.
What we install
Structured cabling
Cat6 or Cat6a cabling to every counter, kitchen printer, camera and access point, terminated in a labelled patch panel and tested with certificates. Neat cabling is what makes future changes cheap.
Switching and PoE
Ubiquiti UniFi PoE switches power access points, cameras and biometric terminals over the network cable, removing dozens of power adapters. VLANs separate POS, cameras, staff and guests.
Routing and failover
MikroTik or UniFi gateways provide firewalling, VPN for remote support and dual-WAN failover, so when your primary du or Etisalat line drops, traffic moves to the backup within seconds and your counter keeps taking cards.
Wi-Fi
Access points are positioned from the survey to cover the shop floor, kitchen, storeroom and outdoor seating, with separate SSIDs for POS devices, staff and guests, and bandwidth limits so guests never slow the POS.
Power protection
APC UPS units at each counter and in the rack keep systems running through short outages and protect equipment from surges common in older buildings.
Servers
Many customers run fully in the cloud, but where an on-premise server is needed for CCTV recording, a legacy application or local file storage, we supply, configure and back it up, often as a hybrid with our Cloud Services.
Standardising multiple branches
For chains we create a standard network design that is deployed identically in every outlet and managed from one UniFi controller. New branches open faster, and support engineers see every site from one dashboard.
Documentation and handover
Every project ends with a network diagram, IP scheme, credential vault and labelled cabling. Under an AMC we monitor the network and receive alerts before you notice a problem.
Pricing
Small shop networks (router, switch, one access point, UPS, cabling for two counters) start around AED 4,500 including installation. Restaurants, offices and warehouses are quoted after a free survey.
Related software
POS & Billing Software
POS Emirates POS & Billing Software is a VAT-compliant point-of-sale system for retail shops, restaurants, cafés and supermarkets in the UAE. It handles fast checkout, Arabic/English tax invoices, card and cash payments, inventory and live reports — on touch terminals, tablets or handhelds, online or offline, with installation and support in Dubai.
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Time Attendance Software - Synktime
Synktime, our cloud attendance platform, records clock-ins from face, fingerprint, card, RFID and mobile, applies UAE Labour Law shift and overtime rules automatically, and exports payroll-ready timesheets. It tracks over 20,000 employees a day for 250+ companies across the UAE and the wider GCC.
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Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 24 PoE
The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 24 PoE is a managed gigabit switch with 16 PoE+ ports and 2 SFP uplinks, powering access points, IP cameras and biometric terminals in shops, offices and warehouses across the UAE. POS Emirates installs and configures it with VLANs for POS, guest Wi-Fi and CCTV.
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MikroTik hEX Gigabit Router
The MikroTik hEX is a compact five-port gigabit router that gives small businesses in the UAE enterprise features such as dual-WAN failover between du and Etisalat, VPN for remote POS support, firewall rules and bandwidth control at a very low price. Configured and documented by POS Emirates engineers.
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APC Back-UPS 1100VA
The APC Back-UPS 1100VA keeps a POS terminal, receipt printer, router and biometric device running for 20–40 minutes during UAE power cuts and protects them from surges. With automatic voltage regulation and four outlets, it is the UPS POS Emirates recommends for every checkout counter and small network cabinet.
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Installation & Setup
We installs and configures POS terminals, printers, scanners, biometric devices and RFID hardware on-site across Dubai and all seven emirates. We mount devices, run cabling, install software, import your products and test every receipt so your shop, restaurant or office is billing and recording attendance on the day we leave.
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IT Support & AMC
We IT Support and Annual Maintenance Contracts keep POS systems, biometric devices, networks and business software running for shops, restaurants and offices across the UAE. Choose Bronze, Silver or Gold cover for remote and on-site support, preventive maintenance, software updates and loan hardware, with response times you can plan around.
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Cloud Services
POS Emirates Cloud Services host your POS, inventory and attendance software on UAE-region servers with daily backups, SSL and 24/7 monitoring. We also set up Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, cloud backup, domains and email for small and mid-sized businesses across Dubai and the UAE, with local support in English and Arabic.
Learn moreFrequently asked questions
Can you set up failover between du and Etisalat?
Yes. Dual-WAN routers we install switch to the backup line automatically within seconds, and we can add 4G/5G backup where a second fixed line is not available.
Do you do structured cabling and racks?
Yes. Cat6/Cat6a cabling, patch panels, rack installation and testing certificates are part of the service.
Should POS be on a separate network from guest Wi-Fi?
Yes. We create separate VLANs so guest devices cannot see POS terminals, payment devices or cameras, which is also required for card-payment security.
Do I still need a server if I use cloud software?
Usually not. Some businesses keep a small server or NAS for CCTV recording or file storage; we design hybrid setups where needed.
Can you work in a mall or building with fit-out rules?
Yes. We regularly work under mall and building management requirements, including out-of-hours installation and permit paperwork.
Do you monitor the network after installation?
Yes, under Silver and Gold AMC plans, with alerts for offline devices, link failures and UPS events.
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