Hypercom Rolls Out Optimum M2100 Wireless Payment Terminal In Global Markets

Hypercom Corporation (NYSE: HYC) announced today the immediate availability of its handheld, wireless Optimum M2100 card payment terminal for merchants and service providers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The compact, high-speed device offers fast, secure, mobile point-of-sale transaction functionality for restaurants, delivery services, car rental companies, sports stadiums, medical facilities, kiosks and other businesses that require non-stationary payment systems.

The M2100 is an always-on, battery-operated, easy-to-carry terminal that accepts both magnetic stripe and smart cards. It offers a full range of wireless connectivity options, EMV and Visa PED security certifications, long battery life, and the ability to withstand outdoor as well as indoor use.

Specific features include:

• GSM, GPRS and Bluetooth communication options to deliver maximum versatility in meeting the needs of a wide range of merchants.
• High-speed transactions, based on a 32-bit RISC processor with 12 megabytes of memory.
• High-contrast LED screen and large color-coded keypad with clear, concise user prompts and simplified layout for fast data entry/key strokes.
• Stringent security with EMV 4.0 Level 1 and Level 2 and Visa PED certifications, Triple DES encryption, and a durable and secure casing that can be used both indoors and outdoors.
• Integrated printer with drop-in loading and speeds of 15 lines per second (lps) including graphics, faster than the standard 12.5 lps without graphics.
• Long-life NiHM rechargeable battery, supporting up to 100 transactions per charge.
• Compliance with British Disability Discrimination Act.

"The Optimum M2100 is an important addition to the mobile POS space that combines the well-known reliability of Hypercom equipment with a broad feature set that meets the technology and functionality requirements of users in any retail environment needing wireless payment capabilities," said Emilian Elefteratos, Senior Vice President, International Sales, Hypercom Corporation. "It gives merchants and service providers a fast, flexible, secure and easy-to-use wireless point-of-interaction device with which to grow their business."

About Hypercom (www.hypercom.com)
Widely recognized as the global payment technology innovator, Hypercom delivers complete card payment terminal, network access device, server and transaction networking solutions that help merchants and financial institutions generate revenues and increase profits. Hypercom's card payment terminal, network and server solutions are leading the transformation of electronic payments in more than 100 countries. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.