What is Zebra IoT Connector?

ZIOTC is Zebra's built-in feature for streaming RFID reads from a fixed reader straight to a cloud endpoint over HTTPS, without a middleware server in between.

Do I have to send my data to Arrowhead's cloud?

No — this tool configures ZIOTC to point at any HTTPS endpoint. It pairs naturally with our IoT Ingest service, but you can target your own receiver instead.

Is the setup tool free?

Yes, it's a free browser tool for anyone configuring Zebra IoT Connector, regardless of where the data ends up.

RFID Workshop

Free Browser Tool

Zebra IoT Connector Setup Tool

Zebra's IoT Connector (ZIOTC) streams reader data to the cloud, but its configuration is raw JSON on the reader's admin console. This tool gives you a guided form instead — set endpoints, credentials, and stream settings, then push a validated configuration straight to your FX-series reader.

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Key capabilities

Guided form for ZIOTC endpoint, port, and protocol settings

Credential and authentication field management

Configuration validation before pushing to the reader

Push configuration directly to Zebra FX-series readers

Save and reuse configuration templates across multiple readers

Pairs with IoT Ingest for a ready-made receiving endpoint

No more hand-edited JSON

ZIOTC's native configuration is a JSON blob typed into the reader's web console — one typo and the stream silently fails. This tool replaces that with a validated form, catching mistakes before they reach the reader.

Free tool for any Zebra fixed reader running ZIOTC

The setup tool is a free browser app. It works with any Zebra FX-series reader running IoT Connector, whether you're streaming to Arrowhead's IoT Ingest endpoint or your own cloud receiver.

Works with FX7500, FX9600, and FXR90
Push straight to the reader over your local network
No cost — free for any Zebra IoT Connector setup

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