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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|100x100px|PPM MEMBER USE]] | [[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|100x100px|PPM MEMBER USE]] | ||
| − | '''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains three Design Workstations,''' | + | '''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains three (Windows 10) Design Workstations,''' a 27" Apple iMac, as well as other computers dedicated to equipment throughout our space. |
Members can use our computers, and installed software, without any additional required training (Level 1). | Members can use our computers, and installed software, without any additional required training (Level 1). | ||
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==Classes== | ==Classes== | ||
:PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | :PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | ||
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==Tips== | ==Tips== | ||
| − | Links to external sites: | + | '''Links to external sites:''' |
:'''Windows 10''' | :'''Windows 10''' | ||
::'''[https://www.computerworld.com/article/1634994/how-to-speed-up-windows-10.html 18 ways to speed up Windows 10]''' — COMPUTERWORLD | ::'''[https://www.computerworld.com/article/1634994/how-to-speed-up-windows-10.html 18 ways to speed up Windows 10]''' — COMPUTERWORLD | ||
| − | + | ::'''[https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/learn/more-powershell-learning?view=powershell-7.4 PowerShell learning resources]''' — on learn.Microsoft.com | |
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| − | ==Equipment Lists== | + | == Equipment Lists == |
===Design Workstations 1-3=== | ===Design Workstations 1-3=== | ||
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|[[File:Design Workstation 1.jpg|alt=Design Workstation 1|center|frameless|150x150px]] | |[[File:Design Workstation 1.jpg|alt=Design Workstation 1|center|frameless|150x150px]] | ||
| − | |'''Design | + | |'''Design Workstation<br>1''' |
'''(height adjustable desk)''' | '''(height adjustable desk)''' | ||
[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]] | [[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]] | ||
| − | |PrusaSlicer, | + | |PrusaSlicer, |
| − | + | OpenOffice, | |
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and more. | and more. | ||
| − | |22" Lenovo | + | | 22" Lenovo |
LS2223 | LS2223 | ||
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| 32 GB | | 32 GB | ||
DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM | ||
| − | |465 GB | + | | 465 GB |
| − | |920 Up, | + | | 920 Up, |
875 Down | 875 Down | ||
(Mbps) | (Mbps) | ||
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|[[File:Design Workstation 2.jpg|alt=Design Workstation 2|center|frameless|150x150px]] | |[[File:Design Workstation 2.jpg|alt=Design Workstation 2|center|frameless|150x150px]] | ||
| − | |'''Design | + | |'''Design Workstation<br>2''' |
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'''(height adjustable desk)''' | '''(height adjustable desk)''' | ||
[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]] | [[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]] | ||
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CorelDRAW X6, | CorelDRAW X6, | ||
| − | PrusaSlicer, Lychee Slicer, | + | PrusaSlicer, Lychee Slicer, LightBurn, |
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[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-feeds-speeds-calculator-mill/ G-Wizard calculator] | [https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-feeds-speeds-calculator-mill/ G-Wizard calculator] | ||
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and more. | and more. | ||
|22" Acer | |22" Acer | ||
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|Nvidia | |Nvidia | ||
Quadro P620 | Quadro P620 | ||
| − | | 32 GB | + | |32 GB |
DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM | ||
|930 GB | |930 GB | ||
| − | |935 Up, | + | | 935 Up, |
870 Down | 870 Down | ||
(Mbps) | (Mbps) | ||
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|[[File:Design Workstation 3 new.jpg|alt=Design Workstation 3|center|frameless|150x150px]] | |[[File:Design Workstation 3 new.jpg|alt=Design Workstation 3|center|frameless|150x150px]] | ||
| − | |'''Design | + | |'''Design Workstation<br>3''' |
'''(height adjustable desk)''' | '''(height adjustable desk)''' | ||
[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]] | [[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]] | ||
| − | |Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom Classic, | + | | Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom Classic, |
| − | PrusaSlicer, | + | PrusaSlicer, |
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[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-feeds-speeds-calculator-mill/ G-Wizard calculator], | [https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-feeds-speeds-calculator-mill/ G-Wizard calculator], | ||
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and more. | and more. | ||
|27" HP 2711x, | |27" HP 2711x, | ||
27" Samsung | 27" Samsung | ||
p2770FH | p2770FH | ||
| − | |Intel Core | + | | Intel Core |
i7-7700T | i7-7700T | ||
2.9GHz | 2.9GHz | ||
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| − | | 16 GB | + | |16 GB |
DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM | ||
|1000 GB | |1000 GB | ||
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:'''Application software common to all (3) PPM Design Workstations:''' | :'''Application software common to all (3) PPM Design Workstations:''' | ||
| + | ::VCarve - Makerspace Edition 12.0 | ||
::Brave, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox browsers | ::Brave, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox browsers | ||
::[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/startups Autodesk Fusion], | ::[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/startups Autodesk Fusion], | ||
| − | ::[https://code.visualstudio.com/ Visual Studio Code,] [https://www.arduino.cc/en/software Arduino IDE], | + | ::[https://code.visualstudio.com/ Visual Studio Code,] [https://www.arduino.cc/en/software Arduino IDE], |
::[https://inkscape.org/ Inkscape], and [https://blender.org/ Blender] | ::[https://inkscape.org/ Inkscape], and [https://blender.org/ Blender] | ||
::[https://www.hwinfo.com/ HWiNFO] — Free System Information, Monitoring and Diagnostics (Windows only) | ::[https://www.hwinfo.com/ HWiNFO] — Free System Information, Monitoring and Diagnostics (Windows only) | ||
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===Monitors=== | ===Monitors=== | ||
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|SAMSUNG | |SAMSUNG | ||
LN46C630K1F | LN46C630K1F | ||
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|[[File:VIZIO VO320E.jpg|center|frameless|133x133px]] | |[[File:VIZIO VO320E.jpg|center|frameless|133x133px]] | ||
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|SAMSUNG | |SAMSUNG | ||
UN46ES7100F | UN46ES7100F | ||
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; color:#000000;" | |- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; color:#000000;" | ||
| style="vertical-align:middle;" | | | style="vertical-align:middle;" | | ||
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|Resources | |Resources | ||
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| − | |[[File: | + | |[[File:Spacemouse.jpg|alt=Spacemouse|center|frameless|133x133px]] |
|'''SpaceMouse (2)''' | |'''SpaceMouse (2)''' | ||
(wired) | (wired) | ||
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'''[https://3dconnexion.com/us/advantages-for-students/ Education discount is available for SpaceMouse® (20%)]''' | '''[https://3dconnexion.com/us/advantages-for-students/ Education discount is available for SpaceMouse® (20%)]''' | ||
| − | === Other Peripherals === | + | ===Other Peripherals=== |
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;" | |- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;" | ||
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|Item | |Item | ||
|Manufacturer | |Manufacturer | ||
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|Resources | |Resources | ||
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|'''headphones''' | |'''headphones''' | ||
|Sennheiser | |Sennheiser | ||
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|'''USB speakers''' | |'''USB speakers''' | ||
(external) | (external) | ||
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|'''DVD Drive''' | |'''DVD Drive''' | ||
(USB Slim) | (USB Slim) | ||
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|'''[https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-usb-slim-dvd-rw-drive-dw316/apd/429-aauq/storage-drives-media#techspecs_section dell website]''' | |'''[https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-usb-slim-dvd-rw-drive-dw316/apd/429-aauq/storage-drives-media#techspecs_section dell website]''' | ||
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; color:#000000;" | |- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; color:#000000;" | ||
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{{Member Benefits}} | {{Member Benefits}} | ||
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{{Red Tags}} | {{Red Tags}} | ||
| − | == Related Pages== | + | ==Related Pages== |
| − | Links to related PPM Wiki pages: | + | '''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' |
:[[Computers -- Mac and Apple|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Computers — Mac and Apple''' </span>]] | :[[Computers -- Mac and Apple|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Computers — Mac and Apple''' </span>]] | ||
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:[[Computers -- Vintage|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Computers — Vintage''' </span>]] | :[[Computers -- Vintage|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Computers — Vintage''' </span>]] | ||
:[[Infrastructure at PPM|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Infrastructure at PPM''' </span>]] | :[[Infrastructure at PPM|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Infrastructure at PPM''' </span>]] | ||
| − | :[[Classroom_and_Meeting_Area|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC"> '''Classroom | + | |
| + | :[[Classroom_and_Meeting_Area|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC"> '''Classroom / Meeting Area''' </span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]''' | ||
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:[[Arduino|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199"> '''Arduino''' </span>]] | :[[Arduino|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199"> '''Arduino''' </span>]] | ||
:[[Raspberry Pi|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199"> '''Raspberry Pi''' </span>]] | :[[Raspberry Pi|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199"> '''Raspberry Pi''' </span>]] | ||
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:'''[[Software Tips]]''' | :'''[[Software Tips]]''' | ||
:'''[[QR Codes]]''' | :'''[[QR Codes]]''' | ||
==Hand-Curated Links== | ==Hand-Curated Links== | ||
| − | Links to member-recommended external sites: | + | '''Links to member-recommended external sites:''' |
| + | :'''[https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/ Microsoft Learn]''' — "documentation, hands-on training, and certifications" | ||
:[https://www.speedtest.net/ '''Speedtest by Ookla'''] — test the performance of your Internet connection | :[https://www.speedtest.net/ '''Speedtest by Ookla'''] — test the performance of your Internet connection | ||
| − | :[https:// | + | :'''[https://web.archive.org/ Wayback Machine]''' — the Internet Archive |
==For Additional Help== | ==For Additional Help== | ||
| − | :Use the PPM Slack channel #computing | + | : Use the PPM Slack channel #computing |
:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']] | :[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']] | ||
:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community. | :Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community. | ||
Latest revision as of 11:30, 21 November 2024
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains three (Windows 10) Design Workstations, a 27" Apple iMac, as well as other computers dedicated to equipment throughout our space.
Members can use our computers, and installed software, without any additional required training (Level 1).
No reservations are required for our Design Workstations at this time, they are "first-come, first-served".
Members are also welcome to bring in their own computers and use our high-speed Internet connection.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
Classes
- PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
- To help out with any of the computers at PPM, post your ideas and comments on our Slack #computing channel.
Training
- Do not expect files on the computers to be saved, use your own thumb drive or cloud backup.
- Computers are for professional use only.
Tips
Links to external sites:
- Windows 10
- 18 ways to speed up Windows 10 — COMPUTERWORLD
- PowerShell learning resources — on learn.Microsoft.com
Equipment Lists
Design Workstations 1-3
| Picture | Computer | Application Software |
Monitors | CPU | GPU(s) | Memory | Storage | Network Speed, Wired |
System Software |
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Design Workstation 1 (height adjustable desk) |
PrusaSlicer,
OpenOffice, and more. |
22" Lenovo
LS2223 (3x) |
Intel Core
i5‑7600K 3.80GHz |
32 GB
DDR4 SDRAM |
465 GB | 920 Up,
875 Down (Mbps) |
Microsoft Windows 10 Home
(NOT upgradeable to Windows 11) | |
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Design Workstation 2 (height adjustable desk) |
Adobe Creative Cloud,
CorelDRAW X6, PrusaSlicer, Lychee Slicer, LightBurn, and more. |
22" Acer
V226HQL (2x) |
Intel Core
i7‑9700 3.00GHz |
Nvidia
Quadro P620 |
32 GB
DDR4 SDRAM |
930 GB | 935 Up,
870 Down (Mbps) |
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro
(upgradeable |
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Design Workstation 3 (height adjustable desk) |
Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom Classic,
PrusaSlicer, and more. |
27" HP 2711x,
27" Samsung p2770FH |
Intel Core
i7-7700T 2.9GHz |
16 GB
DDR4 SDRAM |
1000 GB
HDD |
928 Up,
852 Down (Mbps) |
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro
(NOT upgradeable to Windows 11) | |
- Application software common to all (3) PPM Design Workstations:
- VCarve - Makerspace Edition 12.0
- Brave, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox browsers
- Autodesk Fusion,
- Visual Studio Code, Arduino IDE,
- Inkscape, and Blender
- HWiNFO — Free System Information, Monitoring and Diagnostics (Windows only)
Monitors
| Picture | Item | Location | Manufacturer/ Model |
Resources |
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32" 720p HDMI Monitor
with VR15 remote |
Front (North) Door | VIZIO
E320VL |
E320VL |
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70" 4k HDMI (5x) Monitor
and universal remote |
Classroom and Meeting Area | VIZIO
M70-C3 |
M70-C3 |
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46” HDMI
LCD Monitor |
Front (North) Door | SAMSUNG
LN46C630K1F |
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32" 720p HDMI Monitor
with VR2 remote |
Electronics | VIZIO
VO320E |
VO320E |
46" smart TV |
Electronics | SAMSUNG
UN46ES7100F |
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SpaceMouse
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer/ Model |
Owner | Resources |
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SpaceMouse (2)
(wired) |
3Dconnexion | PPM | online pdf |
Education discount is available for SpaceMouse® (20%)
Other Peripherals
| Item | Manufacturer | Model | Location | Owner | Resources |
| headphones | Sennheiser | Design Workstation 3 | Lund | ||
| USB speakers
(external) |
Design Workstations 1-3 | PPM | |||
| DVD Drive
(USB Slim) |
DELL | DW316 | PPM | dell website | |
Benefits
- PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
- (bring proof of membership)
| Company | Website | Benefit | Directions to |
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Woodcraft of Colorado Springs | 10% discount | 4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway |
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CO Lumber Specialties | 10% discount | 3636 Stone Avenue |
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GENERAL AIR | 10% discount | 3031 N Nevada Ave. |
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ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens | 10% discount | 1830 W Uintah Street |
- Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts
- Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers
- At home LightBurn subscriptions can be purchased at a discounted rate for being a PPM member.
- The discount code is saved as a Pinned Message in our 'laser-cutter' channel in Slack.
Policies
Red Tags
- If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tags-issues
- This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.
Related Pages
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
Hand-Curated Links
Links to member-recommended external sites:
- Microsoft Learn — "documentation, hands-on training, and certifications"
- Speedtest by Ookla — test the performance of your Internet connection
- Wayback Machine — the Internet Archive
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
- List of all PPM Slack channels
- Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.