ZKTeco Biometric Machine Cloud Push (ADMS) Setup Guide & Diagnostics
Tired of keeping a dusty Windows desktop running 24/7 just to sync ZKTeco attendance logs? Learn how to configure ZKTeco MB20, K40, F18, and UFace devices to push punch records directly to the cloud over Wi-Fi or 4G SIM routers.
MicroPlesk Regulatory & Hardware Engineering Team
Statutory VerifiedReviewed against Indian Labour Codes, EPFO & ESIC Official Circulars (2026)
Editorial Standards:Our guides and payroll formulas are compiled by Indian payroll practitioners and hardware systems engineers. Every formula incorporates the latest statutory notifications from the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), state Professional Tax acts, and the Factories Act, 1948.
Disclaimer: This guide is published for informational and operational workforce management purposes. While verified against 2026 statutory rules, organizations should consult their designated chartered accountant or legal counsel for entity-specific audits.
ZKTeco Cloud Parameter Checklist
1. Why the Legacy "BioTime on Windows Desktop" Model Fails
Historically, vendors installed on-premise software like ZKTeco BioTime or ZKMini on an office Windows desktop. Every evening, HR relied on this PC to pull logs from devices over the local LAN.
In real-world small business and manufacturing plant environments, this approach fails predictably:
- The desktop computer goes to sleep or restarts automatically for mandatory Windows updates.
- Antivirus software blocks local TCP port 4370 or terminates the background sync service.
- Offices with multiple branches (e.g. factory in Chakan, warehouse in Bhiwandi, corporate office in BKC) require expensive static IP connections or brittle VPN tunnels between sites.
The modern solution: Direct outbound ADMS push. The biometric terminal itself makes lightweight HTTP POST calls straight to your cloud HRMS whenever an employee punches their finger, face, or RFID card.
2. Step-by-Step Configuration on ZKTeco Device Menu
Follow these exact steps on your ZKTeco physical keypad or touchscreen (MB20, MB160, K40, UFace series):
1Step 1: Configure Local IP & DNS Gateway
Press [M/OK] to open the main menu. Navigate to Comm. > Ethernet.
- If using DHCP: Turn DHCP: ON to obtain an IP from your router automatically.
- If using Static IP: Assign an IP outside your router's DHCP pool (e.g.
192.168.1.220). Set Subnet Mask to255.255.255.0and Gateway to your router's IP (e.g.192.168.1.1). - Crucial: Set DNS Server to
8.8.8.8. If DNS is empty or left as0.0.0.0, the machine cannot resolve the cloud hostname!
2Step 2: Enable ADMS / Cloud Server Settings
Return to the Comm. menu and select Cloud Server Setting (on some firmware versions this is labeled ADMS or Webserver Settings).
- Enable Domain Name: Toggle to ON / Yes.
- Server Address: Enter your MicroPlesk push domain:
push.microplesk.com(or your dedicated tenant IP). - Server Port: Enter
80(or443if using SSL proxy). - Enable Proxy Server: Set to OFF.
3Step 3: Register Device Serial Number in MicroPlesk
Go to System Info > Device Info to note your device's 14-character Serial Number (SN). In MicroPlesk Admin, navigate to Settings > Biometric Terminals > Add Device and paste the Serial Number.
Once saved, power-cycle the ZKTeco device. Within 60 seconds, the device icon will show a solid blue globe/cloud, indicating active real-time synchronization.
3. Troubleshooting Common ZKTeco Connection Errors
| Symptom | Root Cause | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| Globe icon has red X or slash | Device has LAN connection but cannot reach the internet. | Check router gateway IP and set primary DNS to 8.8.8.8. Verify internet access on the router. |
| ADMS option missing from Comm menu | Firmware was shipped without ADMS standalone license enabled. | Connect the device via TCP/IP or contact MicroPlesk support for firmware upgrade steps. |
| Logs delayed by 10-15 minutes | Device is set to batch flush rather than real-time push. | Go to Comm > ADMS > Push Frequency and change from interval (minutes) to "Instant / Real-time". |
4. Automated Attendance to Payroll Ingestion
Once punches hit MicroPlesk's cloud engine, they are automatically matched against:
- Shift Rosters: Grace periods (e.g. 15-minute late allowance), half-day cutoffs, and night shifts spanning midnight.
- Sandwich Rule Preview: Flags leaves taken adjacent to weekends so you don't face manual audit surprises. Check our Sandwich Leave Rule Guide.
- Loss of Pay (LOP) & Overtime: Automatically computes deductions and double ordinary rate overtime under the Factories Act.
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