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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|100x100px|PPM MEMBER USE]]
  
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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.
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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains three Design Workstations,''' an Apple iMac, as well as other computers dedicated to equipment throughout our space.
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Members can use our computers, and installed software, without&nbsp;any additional required&nbsp;training (Level 1).
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'''We maintain three Design Workstations as well as other computers throughout our space''' for all our members to&nbsp;use without&nbsp;any additional required&nbsp;training (Level 1).
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No reservations are required for our Design Workstations at this time, they are "first-come, first-served".
  
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<br>Additionally, we have four laptop work areas available that were originally study carrels from the Pikes Peak Library&nbsp;District.
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Members are also welcome to bring in their own computers and use our high-speed Internet connection.<br>
 
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==Classes and Training==
 
==Classes and Training==
  
 
===[[New Member Orientation]]===
 
===[[New Member Orientation]]===
  
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===Area Contact -- Volunteers needed===
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===Area Contact — Volunteers needed===
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:To help out with the computers at PPM, post your ideas and comments on&nbsp;Slack.
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:To help out with any of the computers at PPM, post your ideas and comments on our&nbsp;Slack #computing channel.
  
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=== Classes ===
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===Classes===
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
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:PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
  
 
===Training===
 
===Training===
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:Wi-fi Network: Pikes Peak Makerspace; Password: [Written on white board just to the right of the FIRST AID Supply&nbsp;Cabinet]
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:*Do not expect files on the computers to be saved, use your own thumb drive or cloud backup.
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:Login Password: [Written on white board just to the right of the FIRST AID Supply&nbsp;Cabinet]
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:*Computers are for professional use only.
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:Do not expect files on the computers to be saved. Use your own thumb drive or cloud backup.
 
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:Please use computers for professional use (no cruising Facebook/pointless browsing)
 
  
 
===Tips===
 
===Tips===
 
Links to external sites:
 
Links to external sites:
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:'''[https://www.computerworld.com/article/3029168/16-ways-to-speed-up-windows-10.html 17 ways to speed up Windows 10]''' -- COMPUTERWORLD
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:'''Windows 10'''
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::'''[https://www.computerworld.com/article/3029168/16-ways-to-speed-up-windows-10.html 17 ways to speed up Windows 10]''' — COMPUTERWORLD
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===For Additional Help===
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:'''Windows 11'''
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:Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
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::'''[https://www.computerworld.com/article/3711746/windows-11-ai-features.html Windows 11 AI features you can use today]''' — COMPUTERWORLD
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:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
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:'''Windows 12'''
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: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.
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::'''[https://www.pcworld.com/article/2216834/windows-12-how-to-use-new-functions-now.html How to try tomorrow’s new features, today]''' — PCWorld
  
 
==Equipment Lists==
 
==Equipment Lists==
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===Design Workstations 1-3===
 
===Design Workstations 1-3===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |Picture
 
|Computer
 
|Computer
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|Application<br>Software
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|Monitors
 
|CPU
 
|CPU
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|GPU(s)
 
|Memory
 
|Memory
 
|Storage
 
|Storage
 
|Network&nbsp;Speed,<br>Wired
 
|Network&nbsp;Speed,<br>Wired
 
|System<br>Software
 
|System<br>Software
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|Application<br>Software
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|[[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 Workstation&nbsp;1'''
 
|'''Design Workstation&nbsp;1'''
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'''(height adjustable)'''
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'''(height adjustable desk)'''
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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|PrusaSlicer,
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VCarve Pro Trial Edition 11.5,
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OpenOffice, <br>
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and more.
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|22" Lenovo
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LS2223
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(3x)
 
|Intel&nbsp;Core  
 
|Intel&nbsp;Core  
 
i5&#8209;7600K  
 
i5&#8209;7600K  
  
 
3.80GHz
 
3.80GHz
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|32 GB  
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|
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| 32 GB  
 
DDR4 SDRAM
 
DDR4 SDRAM
 
|465 GB
 
|465 GB
 
|920 Up,  
 
|920 Up,  
 
875 Down
 
875 Down
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(Mbps)
 
(Mbps)
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|Windows&nbsp;10&nbsp;Home
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|Microsoft Windows&nbsp;10&nbsp;Home
 
(NOT upgradeable  
 
(NOT upgradeable  
 
to&nbsp;Windows&nbsp;11)
 
to&nbsp;Windows&nbsp;11)
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|Fusion&nbsp;360,
 
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<br>
 
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OpenOffice,
 
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<br>
 
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PrusaSlicer,
 
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HWiNFO64,
 
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<br>
 
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etc.
 
 
|-
 
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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 Workstation&nbsp;2'''
 
|'''Design Workstation&nbsp;2'''
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'''(height adjustable)'''
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'''(height adjustable desk)'''
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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|Adobe Creative Cloud,
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CorelDRAW&nbsp;X6,
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PrusaSlicer, Lychee Slicer,
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LightBurn, VCarve,
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[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-feeds-speeds-calculator-mill/ G-Wizard calculator]
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and more.
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|22" Acer
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V226HQL
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(2x)
 
|Intel&nbsp;Core  
 
|Intel&nbsp;Core  
 
i7&#8209;9700  
 
i7&#8209;9700  
  
 
3.00GHz
 
3.00GHz
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|32 GB  
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|Nvidia
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Quadro P620
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| 32 GB  
 
DDR4 SDRAM
 
DDR4 SDRAM
 
|930 GB
 
|930 GB
 
|935 Up,  
 
|935 Up,  
 
870 Down
 
870 Down
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(Mbps)
 
(Mbps)
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|Windows&nbsp;10&nbsp;Pro
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|Microsoft Windows&nbsp;10&nbsp;Pro
 
(upgradeable <br>
 
(upgradeable <br>
 
to&nbsp;Windows&nbsp;11)
 
to&nbsp;Windows&nbsp;11)
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|Adobe Creative Cloud,
 
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Fusion&nbsp;360, PrusaSlicer,
 
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LightBurn, CorelDRAW&nbsp;X6, Inkscape, VCarve,
 
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HWiNFO64,
 
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etc.
 
 
|-
 
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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 Workstation&nbsp;3'''
 
|'''Design Workstation&nbsp;3'''
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'''(height adjustable)'''
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'''(height adjustable desk)'''
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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|Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom Classic,
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PrusaSlicer, VCarve,
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[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-feeds-speeds-calculator-mill/ G-Wizard calculator],
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<br>
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and more.
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|27" HP 2711x,
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27" Samsung
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p2770FH
 
|Intel Core  
 
|Intel Core  
 
i7-7700T  
 
i7-7700T  
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2.9GHz
 
2.9GHz
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|16 GB  
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| 16 GB  
 
DDR4 SDRAM
 
DDR4 SDRAM
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|1000 GB  
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|1000&nbsp;GB  
 
HDD
 
HDD
 
|928 Up,  
 
|928 Up,  
 
852 Down
 
852 Down
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(Mbps)
 
(Mbps)
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|Windows&nbsp;10&nbsp;Pro
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|Microsoft Windows&nbsp;10&nbsp;Pro
 
(NOT upgradeable  
 
(NOT upgradeable  
 
to&nbsp;Windows&nbsp;11)
 
to&nbsp;Windows&nbsp;11)
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|Photoshop, Illustrator, Inkscape,
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Fusion&nbsp;360,
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PrusaSlicer, 
 
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VCarve,
 
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GWizard calculator, 
 
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HWiNFO64, 
 
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etc.
 
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Computer'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''CPU'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Memory'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Storage'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Network&nbsp;Speed,<br>Wired'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''System<br>Software'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Application<br>Software'''</center>
 
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'''''Design workstations ONLY!  NO Facebook, social media, or random browsing.'''''
 
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===Monitors===
 
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|'''Item'''
 
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|'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''
 
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|'''Location'''
 
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|'''22" Monitors (3)'''
 
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|Lenovo
 
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LS2223
 
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|Design Workstation 1
 
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|'''22" Widescreen Monitors (2)'''
 
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|Acer
 
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V226HQL
 
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|Design Workstation 2
 
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|'''27" Widescreen LED Monitor'''
 
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| HP
 
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2711x
 
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|Design Workstation 3
 
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|'''27" HDMI / DVI Monitor'''
 
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|Samsung
 
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p2770FH
 
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|Design Workstation 3
 
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:'''Application software common to all (3) PPM Design Workstations:'''
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::Brave, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox browsers
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::[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/startups Autodesk Fusion], [https://meshmixer.com/ Autodesk Meshmixer 3.5]
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::[https://code.visualstudio.com/ Visual Studio Code,] [https://inkscape.org/ Inkscape], and [https://blender.org/ Blender]
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::[https://www.hwinfo.com/ HWiNFO] — Free System Information, Monitoring and Diagnostics (Windows&nbsp;only)
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:'''''Design workstations ONLY!'''''
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:'''''No Facebook, social media, or random browsing.'''''<br />
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===Monitors===
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |Picture
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|Item
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|Manufacturer/<br>Model
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|Location
 
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|-
 
|[[File:VIZIO E320VL kiosk.jpg|center|frameless|193x193px]]
 
|[[File:VIZIO E320VL kiosk.jpg|center|frameless|193x193px]]
 
|'''32" 720p HDMI Monitor'''
 
|'''32" 720p HDMI Monitor'''
 
'''with VR15 remote'''
 
'''with VR15 remote'''
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]]
 
|VIZIO
 
|VIZIO
 
[http://cdn.vizio.com/manuals/kb/legacy/e320vl.pdf E320VL]
 
[http://cdn.vizio.com/manuals/kb/legacy/e320vl.pdf E320VL]
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|Mall Map
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|Front (North) Door
 
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|[[File:Vizio mounted.jpg|alt=Vizio mounted on concrete wall|center|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|[[File:Vizio mounted.jpg|alt=Vizio mounted on concrete wall|center|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|'''70" 4k HDMI (5x) Monitor'''  
 
|'''70" 4k HDMI (5x) Monitor'''  
 
'''and universal remote'''
 
'''and universal remote'''
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]]
 
|VIZIO
 
|VIZIO
 
[https://support.vizio.com/s/article/M70-C3-Model-Information?language=en_US M70-C3]
 
[https://support.vizio.com/s/article/M70-C3-Model-Information?language=en_US M70-C3]
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|Conference Table
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|Classroom and Meeting Area
 
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|[[File:HDMI Monitor kiosk.jpg|alt=HDMI Monitor kiosk|center|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|[[File:HDMI Monitor kiosk.jpg|alt=HDMI Monitor kiosk|center|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|'''46” HDMI'''
 
|'''46” HDMI'''
 
'''LCD&nbsp;Monitor'''
 
'''LCD&nbsp;Monitor'''
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]]
 
|SAMSUNG
 
|SAMSUNG
 
[https://www.samsung.com/us/video/tvs/LN46C630K1FXZA-specs LN46C630K1F]
 
[https://www.samsung.com/us/video/tvs/LN46C630K1FXZA-specs LN46C630K1F]
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|'''32" 720p HDMI Monitor'''  
 
|'''32" 720p HDMI Monitor'''  
 
'''with VR2 remote'''
 
'''with VR2 remote'''
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px]]
 
|VIZIO
 
|VIZIO
 
[http://cdn.vizio.com/manuals/kb/legacy/vo320emanual.pdf VO320E]
 
[http://cdn.vizio.com/manuals/kb/legacy/vo320emanual.pdf VO320E]
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|'''46"''' '''smart TV'''<br>
 
|'''46"''' '''smart TV'''<br>
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|left|frameless|49x49px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_1_badge.png]]
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|49x49px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_1_badge.png]]
 
|SAMSUNG
 
|SAMSUNG
 
[https://www.samsung.com/us/video/tvs/UN46ES7100FXZA-specs UN46ES7100F]
 
[https://www.samsung.com/us/video/tvs/UN46ES7100FXZA-specs UN46ES7100F]
 
|Electronics
 
|Electronics
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
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|<center>'''Item'''</center>
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|<center>'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''</center>
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|<center>'''Location'''</center>
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===Peripherals===
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===SpaceMouse===
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
{| class="wikitable"
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |Picture
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|'''Item'''
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|Item
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|'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''
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|Manufacturer/<br>Model
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|Manual
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|Reference<br>Materials
 
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|-
 
|[[File:SpaceMouse2.jpg|alt=SpaceMouse, wired|center|frameless|133x133px]]
 
|[[File:SpaceMouse2.jpg|alt=SpaceMouse, wired|center|frameless|133x133px]]
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|'''SpaceMouse'''
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|'''SpaceMouse (2)'''  
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(wired)
 
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|3Dconnexion
 
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[https://3dconnexion.com/us/product/spacemouse-compact/ SpaceMouse Compact]
 
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|[https://3dconnexion.com/manuals/spacemouse-compact/en/Manual_3Dconnexion-SpaceMouse-Compact_EN.pdf online pdf]
 
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|[[File:Spacemouse.jpg|center|frameless|133x133px]]
 
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|'''SpaceMouse'''  
 
 
(wired)
 
(wired)
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|3Dconnexion
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|'''3Dconnexion'''
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[https://3dconnexion.com/us/product/spacemouse-compact/ SpaceMouse Compact]
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[https://3dconnexion.com/us/product/spacemouse-compact/ '''SpaceMouse Compact''']
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|[https://3dconnexion.com/manuals/spacemouse-compact/en/Manual_3Dconnexion-SpaceMouse-Compact_EN.pdf online pdf]
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|[https://3dconnexion.com/manuals/spacemouse-compact/en/Manual_3Dconnexion-SpaceMouse-Compact_EN.pdf '''online pdf''']
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|-
 
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Item'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
 
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===Other Computers===
 
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{| class="wikitable"
 
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
 
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
 
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|'''Item'''
 
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|'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''
 
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|'''System<br>Software'''
 
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|'''CPU'''
 
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|'''Memory'''
 
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|'''Storage'''
 
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|-
 
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|
 
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|'''Macintosh computer'''
 
  
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|Apple
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'''[https://forum.3dconnexion.com/ 3Dconnexion Forum]'''
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G4
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'''[https://3dconnexion.com/us/advantages-for-students/ Education discount is available for SpaceMouse® (20%)]'''
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=== Other Peripherals ===
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{| class="wikitable"
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |Picture
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|Item
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|Manufacturer / Model
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|Reference<br>Materials
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|-
 
|
 
|
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|'''USB speakers'''
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(external)
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|'''amazonbasics'''
 
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|-
 
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|
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|'''monitor, '''
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|'''DVD Drive'''
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'''keyboard,&nbsp;mouse'''
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(USB Slim)
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|Apple
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|'''DELL /''' '''DW316'''
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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]'''
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Item'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''System<br>Software'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''CPU'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Memory'''</center>
 
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|<center>'''Storage'''</center>
 
 
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===[[Donations Received]]===
 
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===[[Wish List#Computers|Wish List]]===
 
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Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
 
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:'''USB to SATA adapter or docking station'''
 
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:'''laptop batteries (3x), DELL 62 Wh Type 6MT4T 7.6V'''
 
  
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==Benefits and Policies==
 
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{{Member Benefits}}
 
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===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
 
  
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===[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tags]]===
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[[Donations Received|'''Donations Received''']]
  
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{{Scrap and Trash}}
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[[Wish List#Computers|'''Wish List''']]
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:'''USB to SATA adapter or docking station'''
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
  
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==Related Software==
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== Benefits ==
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Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
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{{Member Benefits}}
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:'''[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-cnc-speeds-and-feeds-calculator/ G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator]'''
 
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==Policies==
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:[[Ubuntu|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Ubuntu'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Infrastructure at PPM|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Infrastructure at PPM'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
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:[https://www.speedtest.net/ '''Speedtest by Ookla'''] — test the performance of your Internet connection
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:[https://www.androidauthority.com/different-types-of-usb-cables-804432/ '''Understanding different types of USB cables'''] — Android Authority
  
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:[https://www.androidauthority.com/different-types-of-usb-cables-804432/ '''Understanding different types of USB cables'''] -- Android Authority
 
 
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Revision as of 21:54, 19 April 2024

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains three Design Workstations, an 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.

 


Classes and Training

New Member Orientation

Area Contact — Volunteers needed

To help out with any of the computers at PPM, post your ideas and comments on our Slack #computing channel.

Classes

PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

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
17 ways to speed up Windows 10 — COMPUTERWORLD
Windows 11
Windows 11 AI features you can use today — COMPUTERWORLD
Windows 12
How to try tomorrow’s new features, today — PCWorld

Equipment Lists

Design Workstations 1-3

Picture Computer Application
Software 		Monitors CPU GPU(s) Memory Storage Network Speed,
Wired 		System
Software
Design Workstation 1
 Design Workstation 1

(height adjustable desk)

Level 1 badge
 PrusaSlicer,

VCarve Pro Trial Edition 11.5,

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)

Design Workstation 2
 Design Workstation 2

(height adjustable desk)

Level 1 badge
 Adobe Creative Cloud,

CorelDRAW X6,

PrusaSlicer, Lychee Slicer,

LightBurn, VCarve, G-Wizard calculator
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
to Windows 11)

Design Workstation 3
 Design Workstation 3

(height adjustable desk)

Level 1 badge
 Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom Classic,

PrusaSlicer, VCarve, G-Wizard calculator,
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:
Brave, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox browsers
Autodesk Fusion, Autodesk Meshmixer 3.5
Visual Studio Code, Inkscape, and Blender
HWiNFO — Free System Information, Monitoring and Diagnostics (Windows only)
Design workstations ONLY!
No Facebook, social media, or random browsing.


Monitors

Picture Item Manufacturer/
Model 		Location
VIZIO E320VL kiosk.jpg
 32" 720p HDMI Monitor

with VR15 remote

Level 1 badge
 VIZIO

E320VL

Front (North) Door
Vizio mounted on concrete wall
 70" 4k HDMI (5x) Monitor

and universal remote

Level 1 badge
 VIZIO

M70-C3

Classroom and Meeting Area
HDMI Monitor kiosk
 46” HDMI

LCD Monitor

Level 1 badge
 SAMSUNG

LN46C630K1F

Front (North) Door
VIZIO VO320E.jpg
 32" 720p HDMI Monitor

with VR2 remote

Level 1 badge
 VIZIO

VO320E

Electronics
46" smart TV
Level 1 badge
 SAMSUNG

UN46ES7100F

Electronics

SpaceMouse

Picture Item Manufacturer/
Model 		Reference
Materials
SpaceMouse, wired
 SpaceMouse (2)

(wired)

3Dconnexion

SpaceMouse Compact

online pdf


3Dconnexion Forum

Education discount is available for SpaceMouse® (20%)

Other Peripherals

Picture Item Manufacturer / Model Reference
Materials
USB speakers

(external)

amazonbasics
DVD Drive

(USB Slim)

DELL / DW316 dell website


Donations Received

Wish List

USB to SATA adapter or docking station
Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.

Benefits

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(walk in, show proof of membership)
Company Website Benefit Directions to
Logo WOODCRAFT
 Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Logo CO Lumber
 CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
Logo General Air
 GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
Logo ACE
 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 promptly.
For more information, review our New Member Orientation wiki page.

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Computers — Mac and Apple  
  Ubuntu  
  Printers  
  Computers — Vintage  
  Infrastructure at PPM  
  Classroom and Meeting Area  
  Arduino  
  Raspberry Pi  
Linux Tools
Software Tips
QR Codes

Hand-Curated Links

Links to member-recommended external sites:

Speedtest by Ookla — test the performance of your Internet connection
Understanding different types of USB cables — Android Authority

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.
PPM Tool Color Map — Interactive
Search the PPM Wiki — include both Content pages and Multimedia
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki, or you notice something 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.

 

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