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As mentioned, under the hood the software is the same. It's the VCP that is customized for you for the various versions. The router version has cool features just for routers. A new PC and certainly a new SHIELDED ethernet cable is a must. You smashed a switch because the inputs are not set up corre...

RaindeerGames wrote: ↑Wed Aug 28, 2024 11:51 pm So what Your saying is the ENA will just stay disconnected?

Yup

VFD common from the Acorn relay board goes to the terminal labeled GND below X6. That GND is the common for X1 through X6 inputs. That said your wiring at the bottom for the 0-10v signal from acorn is incorrect. Do not wire it like you have it drawn. 0-10VDC COM from Acorn goes to the bottom GND ter...

Layout looks good but tight. Rule of thumb when building and enclosure, layout everything the way you like it, measure for the cabinet size and then but the next largest one. :D Not sure what that backplane is made of but if it's plastic you have to ditch it for a metal one. If that one is metal tak...

Please start a Google photo album and put all your photos in there and then share a link her. This way ALL your photos are in one place and easy to find and navigate them when they are ALL in one place. See this topic on how: https://centroidcncforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=60&t=1043&p=5010&...

Ok so all 3 axis is now connected and working. did some MDI code and they all move as they should still without any ENABLE wires connected. Im going to move the controller into position now. Most all stepper drives are "enabled" by default so the connection is not needed. If you wire it u...

That's certainly odd but as Keith stated everything you need is in your report.

In the wizard menu once it's opened on the left side of the page you can just click on "input definitions" and "output definitions" to see each screen. Not sure why you cant. Are you saying nothing happens when you click them?

Yes, since you have the FREE version you can just reinstall the software and select ROUTER when you install. The new install will also backup your current install so no worries about losing any of it. Then you can enter in all your current settings in the ROUTER version. Open your current version an...

Glad you got things moving and thanks for the report. There are a few things of concern in your report. 1. your computer does not meet the minimum requirements to run CNC12. It has a single thread rating of 1318 and the minimum is 1500. Are you using a LAPTOP? Again, not recommended. This will certa...