VNC-Based Printer server

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Transform your 3D printing experience by setting up a VNC-based printer station using an IdeaCenter as the main hub. With numerous requests for guidance, here's a step-by-step guide to help you out: 1. Set up a low-end computer (like IdeaCenter Q100 with Ubuntu 10.10 X86) that can serve VNC and host your 3D printer software (e.g., Printrun). Ensure it's networked properly via VNC. 2. On the server system, create a shared drive space for easy file access from your workstation. Install your slicer and its config files on this share. 3. Configure VNC to streamline connections with a saved settings file (see attached VNC config). 4. Slice your 3D model on your workstation, then move the gcode files to the shared drive from step #2. 5. Connect via VNC to the printer server and load the gcode file for printing. 6. Enjoy these benefits: centralized printer control, offline workstation usage, and network-sharing capabilities. Oh, and don't forget - you can even print from a tablet like Xoom!