If I understood you correctly I would need to install a parallel port connector to my computer, hook the Darwin and then to the USB port on the controller box (PRT-E1500W) so I can use Mach 4, right? Thanks for your help, it's much appreciated. Again, is it worth it to change both of these rather than to stick with Mach3. Option 4.- (Upgrade to another motion controller and and a different software brand). I've looked around for other motion controllers but I'm unsure of what it all involves and if it's really a good choice to invest into the Mach4 platform? I can't try the trial version of Mach4 since my Bitsensor motion card isn't Mach4 compatible. Option 3.- (Upgrade to Mach4): Upgrading to Mach4 is the most expensive option as I will require to invest into hardware (change the motion controller) and the new software. Option 2.- (change for a 64 bits compatible motion controller): Is there any particular one you suggest more? I haven't purchased it yet and want to make the wisest decision. ![]() ![]() If Mach3 is good, then I would start and probably stick to it. But I'm hesitant to start my learning process with Mach3 rather then a better CNC platform like Mach4. Option 1.- (downgrade Win7 to a 32bits version): is the least expensive as it doesn't involve to spend more money in my installation. ![]() Now that I know that the chinese controller probably wont work I see that I have about four choices 1.- downgrade to a 32bits version, 2.- change the motion controller, 3- Upgrade to Mach4, or 4.- Upgrade to another motion control board and a different CNC software brand.
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