NCR Corporation
DISTRIBUTED AUTOMATED TELLER MACHINES

Abstract:

Disclosed are automated teller machines (ATMs) and systems. The ATMs and systems may include a media storage unit, an ATM head, and a media tube. The media tube may operatively connect the media storage to the ATM head. The ATM head may comprise a controller to control operation of the ATMs and systems. The controller may be operable to cause the ATMs and systems to perform actions comprising: receiving authentication information associated with a user of the ATMs and systems, authenticating the user of the ATMs and systems using the authentication information, and processing a transaction after the user has been authenticated. The media storage unit may be located remotely from the ATM head.