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1000 Mbit LAN Port. Use a shielded Ethernet cable (not included): minimum Cat5, or Cat5e
or Cat6 for 1000BASE-T.
To connect with Ethernet:
1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the I/O panel on the back of
the unit.
2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your LAN.
4.6.3 Connecting with USB
Use the included USB cable for connecting a computer directly to the machine.
To connect with USB:
1. Plug one end of the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the unit.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a computer’s USB port.
4.7 Updating firmware
Formlabs regularly releases updated firmware to fix bugs and improve functionality. Download
the latest firmware version for your Formlabs device with PreForm, then upload and install the
firmware file on the machine. Review the firmware downloads and release notes to learn more
about the improvements that come with each version’s release.
To update the firmware via PreForm:
1. Open PreForm.
2.
Connect the machine to the computer via Wi-Fi, USB, or wire the device to an
Ethernet network.
3. In the menu bar, click File > Accessories. The Accessory List window opens.
4. Click the machine’s serial name. The Device Details window opens.
5.
Click Update in the upper-right corner of the Device Details window. The Firmware Update
window opens.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to download the latest firmware and then upload the file
to the machine. To upload firmware, the device must be connected to the computer via
USB or the machine must be connected to an Ethernet network.
7.
The machine may automatically recognize that you have sent a firmware update. Tap
Continue on the touchscreen to finish the installation.
8. If you are not prompted to Continue, continue the firmware update manually. Tap Settings
> System > Firmware Update.
9. After the firmware update installs, confirm the system restart on the touchscreen or wait 30
seconds for an automatic restart.
4.8 Transporting the machine
For detailed guidance and visual assistance, visit support.formlabs.com.
Refer to section 4.3.1 Receiving for product weight and dimensions. Keep the packaging for
transportation or shipping.
The complete packaging kit consists of:
• one (1) pallet, wood and foam • one (1) inner C-fold, cardboard
• eight (8) clips, plastic • one (1) outer C-fold, cardboard
• six (6) protective supports, foam • one (1) topper, cardboard
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