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Newbie software issues

Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2020 9:11 am
by Danjukes84
Hi there I’ve just brought a 3D Printer but I’m having problems with software
Slicing software....
I’ve got a Mac running MAC OS X 10.6.8
Can anyone help with what slicing software I can use on here please?

Re: Newbie software issues

Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2020 12:02 pm
by Kmxsoft
Congratulations!

It may help if you advised the printer type. Whilst slicers are pretty generic, some printers can be fussy.

Re: Newbie software issues

Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2020 1:33 pm
by Danjukes84
Thanks for getting back to me and yes sorry the printer I have is
An Ender -3x

Many thanks Dan

Re: Newbie software issues

Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2020 6:38 pm
by Kmxsoft
I've never used an ender, however the general consensus seems positive.

I can't unfortunately help with Mac, however Cura is available for Mac my use of the Windows version gives me positive vibes, and being free that would be a good start:

https://ultimaker.com/software/ultimaker-cura

I suggest you find a forum for your needs as you will get lots of help for Cura and the Ender.

Re: Newbie software issues

Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2020 8:01 pm
by Danjukes84
Thank you for getting back to me...
I’ve tried Cura but the versions that’s I’ve downloaded don’t support Mac OS X 10.6.8
That seems to be the issue ?

Re: Newbie software issues

Posted: Sun Apr 26, 2020 8:32 pm
by Kmxsoft
There is a download link on the URL page I gave, and on the download page is a version for Mac OS. I'm afraid I can't help much in relation to the Mac.