Computers

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.

We maintain three Design Workstations as well as other computers throughout our space for all our members to use without any additional required training (Level 1).

Additionally, we have four laptop work areas available that were originally study carrels from the Pikes Peak Library District.

Safety First

Members must know the following information:

In case of emergency, call 911.

Our physical location is:

735 East Pikes Peak Avenue

Colorado Springs, CO 80903

use this when ordering pizza or an ambulance

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  IN CASE OF
  EMERGENCY
  sign

PPM Fire Escape Plan

Fire Escape Plan maps are posted throughout the Makerspace.

There are 7 fire extinguishers on the fire escape plan map. Review the PPM Fire Escape Plan for locations.

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  PPM Emergency
  Evacuation Plan.pdf

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  PPM Fire
  Prevention Plan.pdf

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  PPM Fire Escape
  Plan

First Aid

There is a FIRST AID Supply Cabinet in our Kitchen Area.

FIRST AID Kits are available in four areas: the Kitchen, Metal Shop, Wood Shop and CNC Room.

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  FIRST AID
  Supply Cabinet

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  FIRST AID
  Kit

Eye Wash Stations

Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.

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  Emergency
  Eye & Face Wash
  Station

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.

Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.

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  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hazardous Chemicals

All hazardous chemicals must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room.

Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information of unknown products before use.

SDS information is available via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet or this spreadsheet.

Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the makerspace.

Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the hazardous chemical storage cabinet in the Vented Room.

Please DO NOT paint indoors.

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  Flammables Cabinet
  in the Vented Room

Impairment

The use of PPM equipment requires you to be alert, attentive, and focused.

Do not use any PPM work area, or any PPM tools, if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

 

Classes and Training

Area Contact -- Volunteers needed

To help out with the computers at PPM, post your ideas and comments on Slack.

Classes

Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

Wi-fi Network: Pikes Peak Makerspace; Password: [Written on white board just to the right of the FIRST AID Supply Cabinet]

Login Password: [Written on white board just to the right of the FIRST AID Supply Cabinet]

Do not expect files on the computers to be saved. Use your own thumb drive or cloud backup.

Please use computers for professional use (no cruising Facebook/pointless browsing)

Tips

Links to external sites:

17 ways to speed up Windows 10 -- COMPUTERWORLD

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.

Equipment Lists

Design Workstations 1-3

Picture	Computer	CPU	Memory	Storage	Network Speed, Wired	System Software	Application Software
	Design Workstation 1 (height adjustable)	Intel Core i5‑7600K 3.80GHz	32 GB DDR4 SDRAM	465 GB	920 Up, 875 Down (Mbps)	Windows 10 Home (NOT upgradeable to Windows 11)	Fusion 360, OpenOffice, PrusaSlicer, HWiNFO64, etc.
	Design Workstation 2 (height adjustable)	Intel Core i7‑9700 3.00GHz	32 GB DDR4 SDRAM	930 GB	935 Up, 870 Down (Mbps)	Windows 10 Pro (upgradeable to Windows 11)	Adobe Creative Cloud, Fusion 360, PrusaSlicer, LightBurn, CorelDRAW X6, Inkscape, VCarve, HWiNFO64, etc.
	Design Workstation 3 (height adjustable)	Intel Core i7-7700T 2.9GHz	16 GB DDR4 SDRAM	1000 GB HDD	928 Up, 852 Down (Mbps)	Windows 10 Pro (NOT upgradeable to Windows 11)	Photoshop, Illustrator, Inkscape, Fusion 360, PrusaSlicer, VCarve, GWizard calculator, HWiNFO64, etc.
Picture	Computer	CPU	Memory	Storage	Network Speed, Wired	System Software	Application Software

Design workstations ONLY! NO Facebook, social media, or random browsing.

Monitors

Picture	Item	Manufacturer/ Model	Location
	22" Monitors (3)	Lenovo LS2223	Design Workstation 1
	22" Widescreen Monitors (2)	Acer V226HQL	Design Workstation 2
	27" Widescreen LED Monitor	HP 2711x	Design Workstation 3
	27" HDMI / DVI Monitor	Samsung p2770FH	Design Workstation 3
	32" 720p HDMI Monitor with VR15 remote	VIZIO E320VL	Mall Map
	70" 4k HDMI (5x) Monitor and universal remote	VIZIO M70-C3	Conference Table
	46” HDMI LCD Monitor	SAMSUNG LN46C630K1F	Front (North) Door
	32" 720p HDMI Monitor with VR2 remote	VIZIO VO320E	Electronics
	46" smart TV	SAMSUNG UN46ES7100F	Electronics
Picture	Item	Manufacturer/ Model	Location

Peripherals

Picture	Item	Manufacturer/ Model	Manual
	SpaceMouse (wired)	3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Compact	online pdf
	SpaceMouse (wired)	3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Compact	online pdf
Picture	Item	Manufacturer/ Model	Manual

Other Computers

Picture	Item	Manufacturer/ Model	System Software	CPU	Memory	Storage
	Macintosh computer	Apple G4	?	?	?	?
	monitor, keyboard, mouse	Apple
Picture	Item	Manufacturer/ Model	System Software	CPU	Memory	Storage

Wish List

Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.

USB to SATA adapter or docking station

laptop batteries (3x), DELL 62 Wh Type 6MT4T 7.6V

Benefits and Policies

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:

(bring proof of membership)

Company	Website	Benefit	Directions to
	Woodcraft of Colorado Springs	10% discount	4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
	CO Lumber Specialties	10% discount	3636 Stone Avenue
	GENERAL AIR	10% discount	3031 N Nevada Ave.
	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.

Red Tags

Scrap and Trash

Trash day is MONDAY

Recycling day is MONDAY (96 gallon tote)

Single Stream Recycling provided by Waste Connections. Paper, cardboard, cans, glass, and one time use plastics.

Empty recycling and trash into our dumpster at the back (south side) of the building.

Always leave the space better than you found it.

Related Software

Links to other PPM Wiki pages:

G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator

Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe Illustrator Tips

Adobe InDesign Tips

Adobe Photoshop Tips

Adobe Premiere Tips

Blender

Version 2.91 Design Workstation 2

Fusion 360 Tips

PrusaSlicer Tips

Repetier-Server Monitor 1.4.4

(on Design Workstation 2)

VCarve Tips

CorelDRAW X6 Tips

Inkscape Tips

LightBurn Tips

See Also

Links to other PPM Wiki pages:

  Computers -- Vintage  

  Ubuntu Workstation  

  Infrastructure at PPM  

  Arduino  

  Raspberry Pi  

GitHub Tips

Make QR Codes

Curated Links

Links to external sites:

HWiNFO -- Free System Information, Monitoring and Diagnostics

Speedtest by Ookla -- test the performance of your Internet connection

IFIXIT -- Explore a World of Repair (step-by-step guides)

Other Fun Stuff

Links to external sites:

ULTIMATE RGB PC Build Guide 2021 -- Linus Tech Tips on YouTube

Understanding different types of USB cables -- Android Authority

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.