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  1. 03-04-2011, 03:31 AM #1
    RACER99
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    Talking what computer for IH cnc

    Hey guys, my father-in-law builds custom computers, and he was asking what I needed for my cnc......and I have no idea......any ideas like speed, memory, and all the other computer talk so I can tell him what to build.......thanks again
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  2. 03-04-2011, 06:15 AM #2
    arizonavideo
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    Any PC with a parallel port will work.

    It is best to use a CPU over 1Ghz but that is easy and cheep.

    I have a IH mill with servos and a 1.8GHz CPU and all is fine. If you want to do something special make the cooling have a dust filter. Dust and metal is my main concern right now with my PC only 5' from the mill.
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  3. 03-04-2011, 01:38 PM #3
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    What program do you run on your IH and servos ect. I wanna cnc this so gettin ideas now ya know..
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  4. 03-05-2011, 07:02 AM #4
    arizonavideo
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    I'm running Mach3 and the servos are Electrocraft which are a rare find. I can help with all the details just PM me.
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  5. 03-06-2011, 11:52 AM #5
    philbur
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    I believe the MACH user manual gives you the full spec requirement for the computer.

    ArtSoft USA - Documentation

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