What replacement equipment is recommended for older QSR controllers with DOS/Win7, specifically the QSR ePic (DE4000) at Hardees?

According to Hardees' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the recommended replacement equipment for the older QSR ePic (DE4000) controller, which operates with DOS/Win7, is the XCEED VIDEO CONTROLER, CE6 R3 Brink Kitchens w/HP controllers or QSR AUTOMATIONS HP-T530 w/ approved Bump Bar. This recommendation is part of a broader list of end-of-life equipment and their suggested replacements within the Hardees system.

For a prospective Hardees franchisee, this information is crucial for budgeting and planning technology upgrades. As older equipment reaches its end of life, franchisees are required to replace it with the currently approved equipment to maintain compatibility and support from CKE. This ensures that all Hardees locations operate with standardized and supported technology.

The franchisee should be aware that CKE will not support equipment that has reached its end of life. Therefore, staying updated on the list of approved equipment and planning for timely replacements is essential to avoid disruptions in operations and maintain the required technology standards of the Hardees franchise.