MakerBot METHOD X 3D Printer - Manual (Page 15)

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THE MAKERBOT METHOD TOUCHSCREEN
The touchscreen located at the upper right of the machine operates the MakerBot Method.
See Chapter 4 The User Interface for more related information.
POWER BUTTON
USB KEY PORT
TOUCHSCREEN
PRINTER LID
HEATED BUILD CHAMBER
MODEL 1
PERFORMANCE EXTRUDER
SUPPORT 2
PERFORMANCE EXTRUDER
SPRING STEEL BUILD PLATE
MATERIAL DRAWER BAY 1
MATERIAL DRAWER BAY 2
POWER BUTTON
USB KEY PORT
TOUCHSCREEN
PRINTER LID
HEATED BUILD CHAMBER
MODEL 1
PERFORMANCE EXTRUDER
SUPPORT 2
PERFORMANCE EXTRUDER
SPRING STEEL BUILD PLATE
MATERIAL DRAWER BAY 1
MATERIAL DRAWER BAY 2
THE GUIDED SETUP
The first time you turn on your MakerBot Method, you will be guided through the initial setup process using the
MakerBot Method user interface. This Guided Setup will walk you through connecting the printer to an internet
connection, authorizing your printer, attaching Performance extruders, running calibration, loading material, and
running your test print.
RE-RUN THE GUIDED SETUP
To re-run the Guided Setup, select SETTINGS > RESET TO FACTORY.
Restoring factory settings will allow you to rerun the Guided Setup.
NEW FIRMWARE UPDATE REQUIRED
Having up to date firmware is one of the most important factors in getting the most out of your MakerBot
Method. The first step in the setup process will make sure that your MakerBot Method is running the most up
to date firmware. You will not be able to proceed without updating firmware. Use the touch screen on your
MakerBot Method to select the option that works best for you. Once selected your MakerBot Method will walk
you through the firmware update process via on screen prompts.
UPDATING VIA ETHERNET
Please make sure your MakerBot Method is plugged into your local network via the Ethernet port in the back of
the printer. Once your MakerBot Method has established an Ethernet Connection, it will download the latest
firmware. Once the firmware has been downloaded and installed, press “Continue Setup”.
UPDATING VIA WI-FI
Once you select “Update via Wi-FI” from the startup screen, your MakerBot Method 3D Printer will automatically
scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks. Select your preferred wireless network from the available list. You will then
be prompted for the password for this network, please enter it using the touch screen. Once complete your
MakerBot Method will connect to the network and automatically download the newest firmware version.
Once you have successfully entered the password for the selected Wi-Fi network, your MakerBot Method will
automatically connect and begin searching for the latest firmware version. Once the latest firmware has been
found, it will automatically begin downloading and installing. Once all three steps have been completed, your
MakerBot Method will restart running the latest firmware version. Once the firmware has been downloaded and
installed, press “Continue Setup”.
UPDATING VIA USB STICK
For the MakerBot Method, visit MakerBot.com/MethodFW to download the latest firmware.
For the MakerBot Method X, visit MakerBot.com/MethodXFW to download the latest firmware.
Once you have downloaded the newest firmware version, transfer it to a USB drive. Please ensure that the
firmware file is not embedded inside another folder on your USB stick, or else the Method printer will not be able
POWER BUTTON
PRINTER LID
TOUCHSCREEN
USB KEY PORT