[chbot] What board and OS to use.

[Helmut Walle]

Alternatively, is going thin client (Pis should do fine as terminals and for handling comms from
/ to CNC machinery to server) and networking the whole shop an option? Then run all data and
apps on a central server? That might be a bit more hassle to set up, but would possibly save you
same hassle maintaining systems downstream. For networking, take care to run network cables on
their own route or trunking, as far away from power supply lines as possible.

Kind regards,

Helmut.

On 28/12/2021 17:12, Mark Atherton wrote:
> First guess would be to look at some of the decent, fan-less industrial x86 PCs out there. I am
> sure that several members of the group have recommendations.
> 
> -mark
> 
> 
> On 28/12/2021 4:38 PM, Marshland Engineering wrote:
>> I'm getting more into CNC stuff and need to have a PC at each machine to
>> download the G-Code files. Its nice to be able to view the files and maybe do
>> some editing at the machine so I need a PC type machine.
>>
>> I use 4 main programs Turbocad, Sheetcam, Candle and my own propitiatory stuff
>> written in Delphi.
>>
>> In the workshop, fan less is a real boon as there is cutting fluids, dust etc
>> which buildup over time. Small laptops are not ideal but its what I'm using
>> now.
>>
>> Now I have a few PIs around the place doing some jobs which work well. SQL
>> server, Backup drive and TV control.
>>
>> Anyway I thought to change all my CNC pcs for PIs. Sheetcam has a Linux
>> option, as well as candle and I can use Lazarus to run my software and swap to
>> LibreCAD.
>>
>> All looks good so far. I got a new pi with 8GB, installed the raspberry pi
>> 64bit os, booted from a 480GB SSD and I am super impressed with the system.
>> The SSD make a huge difference. My thinking was to load all the goodies on and
>> then copy the SD cards for each machine.
>>
>> Now the problems start.
>>
>> Sheecam is only for a specific Linux version and Candle for a 32bit os only at
>> this point so neither work.  (Silly me I thought all Linux software could run
>> run on any board.)
>>
>> So I start again. I'm looking for a fan less board that can run an upgraded
>> Linux OS or Win7 that can run 2 screens and if it has a serial port even
>> better. Has to run OpenGL2 or above.
>>
>> Part of the email is just writing it all down to clear my head.
>>
>> Any suggestions ?
>>
>> Thanks Wallace.
>>
>>
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