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How to Set 'Store Logging Options', with Passport Register

This article explains how to set the length of time for storing sales data on your Passport POS-Register system.

Updated over a month ago

Step-by-Step Process

  1. Go to Passport Register and Log In

    • Log in with the highest level access

  2. Select the Following Tabs

    • Navigate to the Manager Workstation

    • Next click on Setup

    • Then click on Store

    • Next click on Store Options

    • Lastly click on Logging Tab

3. Set 'Store Logging Options'

  • Under Store Logging Options, adjust the following settings:

    • Set Days worth of detailed sales to 15 or 30 days

    • Set Days worth of Reports to 15 or 30 days

4. Click Save

  • After making the adjustments, click Save to apply the changes


Important Notes

  1. Backup Recommendations

    • If additional BackOffice or third-party programs are configured with your POS-Register, it is recommended to save backups for no more than 15 days to optimize system performance.

  2. System Performance Impact

    • Storing a large amount of data may affect system performance.

    • The more days of data stored, the greater the potential impact on performance.

  3. Nightly Purge Process

    • The nightly purge process will determine which old entries are deleted based on the settings you’ve configured.

    • The purge process must be completed before any changes to the logging options take effect.


Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I set the data retention for 30 days?

  • The system will store 30 days' worth of detailed sales and reports, which could result in more data being retained, but may also impact system performance.

Can I change the data retention period after setting it?

  • Yes, you can adjust the retention period anytime.

  • Just ensure the nightly purge process has completed before making any changes.

Do I need to perform any manual backups?

  • It’s a good practice to back up data regularly, especially if third-party systems are integrated with your POS-Register.


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