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Elavon Fusebox — Overview for Merchants

What Fusebox is, who typically uses it, and how it differs from Converge. This page is independent and not affiliated with Elavon.

What is Fusebox?

Hosted payment gateway for multi‑location POS/PMS environments

Fusebox is Elavon’s hosted payment gateway used widely in hospitality (hotels, restaurants) and travel/entertainment. It provides a single, secure interface between POS/PMS systems and multiple processors/acquirers, with batch and reporting via an online portal.

  • Designed for complex, multi‑site setups (PMS/POS connectivity).
  • PCI‑DSS certified hosted environment; tokenization and fraud‑mitigation options.
  • Real‑time connectivity to processors, POS providers and PMS software.
  • Portal access typically at fusebox.elavon.net (merchant login required).

Sources: Elavon product page and developer documentation; WorksWith marketplace descriptions.

Fusebox vs Converge

Different tools for different use‑cases

AspectFuseboxConverge
Primary audienceHospitality / lodging, restaurants, multi‑location enterprises with POS/PMSBroad: ecommerce, card‑present, SMB to enterprise
Typical integrationBetween POS/PMS and processors via hosted gatewayWebsites/apps via APIs/HPP; in‑person via devices
PortalFusebox portal (reporting/batch)Converge web portal & APIs

Note: Converge powers Hosted Payment Page (HPP) for online checkout. Fusebox is often used behind POS/PMS; it’s not usually a drop‑in “shopping‑cart” gateway.

Common Integrations

Frequently used POS/PMS with Fusebox

Examples of systems that are commonly connected via Fusebox in hospitality and enterprise retail. Exact availability depends on versions/regional programs.

CategoryVendors / Products (examples)
PMS (Hotels)Oracle OPERA, Agilysys Stay/Visual One, Infor HMS
POS (Restaurants)NCR Aloha, Oracle/Micros, Agilysys InfoGenesis
Retail/Omni‑channelVarious ISVs via certified connectors and middleware

These names are examples for context only; consult vendor documentation for certified versions and scope.

Support

How to get help

  • Gateway Support (US): 866‑265‑6225
  • Email: gatewaysupport@elavon.com
  • Portal: fusebox.elavon.net (merchant login required)
  • Tip: When contacting support, have your merchant ID, terminal/POS info, and timestamp of the issue.

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