Methods to Resolve QuickBooks POS Socket Error 10060

by nancy4371 on May 16th, 2023 12:14 PM

[color=#000000][size=2]QuickBooks POS Socket Error 10060 is a commonly encountered error by users while processing payments using credit or debit cards. This error occurs due to a connection timeout error during the processing of card and cardholder details, which requires a strong and uninterrupted internet connection. When there is poor connectivity, QuickBooks POS may display error messages such as QuickBooks POS Error 10060 or POS Error 11001, which indicate the same underlying issue. This article provides causes and troubleshooting methods to resolve this issue.[/size][/color]

DIY Methods to Rectify the QuickBooks POS Error 10060
Check the following methods in order to troubleshoot the POS error code 10060:
Method 1: Make a New Company File
● To get started, go to the File menu and choose Company Data.
● After that, click the New button and enter "test" after a special name for the new data file in the fields that are accessible.
● Next, choose Preferences from the Edit menu.
● To enter the necessary information, select the Company option and then click on Merchant Service.
● Click the Save button once you've finished entering the information.
● Now, go to the Tools menu and select User Information.
● Finally, open POS and try processing the card again. This should resolve the issue.

Method 2: Address any interruptions from security software
● The first step is to deactivate all security software installed on your system, including the Windows firewall.
● After you've done this, process the transactions again to see if the issue has been resolved.
● Check to make sure that the issue is resolved and that you can proceed with normal transaction processing.


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