Ingenico Desk 5000 (US): run a download, EMV key load and find the IP address
To update an Ingenico Desk 5000 in the US, run a file download from Tetra Admin, then always follow it with an EMV public key load.
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Before you start
How do I run a file download?
- From idle screen (home screen) press the silver circle key (a.k.a F key)
- Select Admin Mode
- Enter admin password (if you do not know what this is, please reach out to our support team)
- Select Tetra Admin
- Select Download Application
- Select Start Download
- On download package screen no name is needed, press Enter (green key)
The terminal will reboot several times.
How do I do an EMV key load?
Always do an EMV key load after a download. EMV is the chip-card standard, and this step reloads the keys the terminal uses for chip cards.
- From home (idle) screen, hit #
- Select host management
- Select EMV public key load
- Select 1st option.
How do I find the terminal’s IP address?
- From idle screen press.,#* key to get to admin menu options
- Select 7 - Terminal Info
- Select 2 - Display Parameters
- Select 1 - Communication Params
- Scroll to TerminalIP – this is the device’s network IP address
Common questions
What does “EMV key load required” mean?
Run the EMV key load steps above. You should always do one after a download.
I don’t know the admin password. What do I do?
Contact the Cartis support team at 1-888-712-0770.
Can I run a download in semi-integrated mode?
No. Exit to standalone mode first, then run the download.
Updated November 2, 2026
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