Download MakerBot Print for Windows Windows 7, 10 (64-bit)
Download MakerBot Print for macOS macOS 10.12 to macOS 10.15
Before installing MakerBot Print 3.0 and above, it’s crucial to uninstall any previous versions on Windows 7 or 10. Firmware version 2.0 or higher is required for optimal performance. For Replicator 2/2X users, please note that USB connectivity is not supported. IT Professionals seeking enterprise deployment instructions can click here.
Understanding MakerBot Print for Your 3D Printer Makerbot Experience
MakerBot Print is the essential desktop application designed to streamline your entire 3D printing process. If you own a Printer 3d Makerbot, this software is built to help you prepare, manage, and monitor your prints with ease and efficiency. Let’s explore how MakerBot Print enhances your 3D printing journey.
Key Features of MakerBot Print
- Prepare: Seamlessly import your design files, including native CAD formats, and fine-tune print settings. This ensures optimal results every time you print with your printer 3d makerbot.
- Manage: Keep your 3D printing projects organized. MakerBot Print intelligently arranges models across single or multiple build plates, simplifying workflow management.
- Monitor: Initiate prints, maintain full control over your printer 3d makerbot, and track printing progress remotely. Stay informed and in command, no matter where you are.
System Compatibility for MakerBot Print
Ensuring your system meets the requirements is key to a smooth experience with your printer 3d makerbot and MakerBot Print.
- Operating Systems: Compatible with WINDOWS (7 and 10, 64-bit only) and macOS 10.12 to macOS 10.15. Please note: Windows 8, XP, Vista, Server, and Linux are not supported.
- MakerBot Firmware Compatibility: Requires firmware version 2.0 and higher to function correctly with your printer 3d makerbot.
System Requirements in Detail:
- RAM: Minimum 2GB, but for enhanced performance, 8GB or more is highly recommended for running MakerBot Print alongside your printer 3d makerbot.
- Disk Space: Allocate 2.5GB minimum; for extensive projects, 20GB or more is recommended to accommodate design files and print queues.
- Video Card: NVidia, AMD, or Intel cards released post-2015 with 512MB video memory. This ensures smooth visualization and operation within the software.
- Screen Resolution: Minimum 1280×1024, with 1920×1080 or higher recommended for optimal interface viewing and usability.
- CPU: AMD or Intel processors, post-2015, ensuring sufficient processing power for complex print preparations.
- Network: Ethernet or wireless LAN connectivity is needed for network printer control and monitoring.
- Installation: A broadband internet connection is required for downloading and installing MakerBot Print.
- Browser for Online Documentation: Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer 11 or above for accessing online help and resources.
- Connectivity: Supports USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi connections to your printer 3d makerbot, offering flexible setup options.
Supported File Types:
MakerBot Print is versatile, supporting a wide range of file types to suit your design needs for your printer 3d makerbot:
- Mac: MakerBot (.makerbot), STL (.stl)
- Windows: MakerBot (.makerbot), STL (.stl), SolidWorks (.sldprt, .sldasm), InventorOBJ (.ipt, .iam), IGES (.iges, .igs), STEP AP203/214 (.step, .stp), CATIA (.CATPart, .CATProduct), Wavefront Object(.obj), Unigraphics/NX (.prt), Solid Edge (.par, .asm), ProE/Creo (.prt, .prt., .asm, .asm.), VRML(.wrl), Parasolid (.x_t, .x_b)
Important Note: Direct import of MakerBot (.makerbot) files is not supported. For further assistance, visit the MakerBot Print Support Site.
Frequently Asked Questions and Support for MakerBot Print
For more detailed information, you can refer to the MakerBot Print Release Notes or visit MakerBot Print Support for troubleshooting and guidance related to your printer 3d makerbot software.
Printer Connectivity Options
MakerBot Print offers multiple connectivity options to suit different printer 3d makerbot models and user setups:
- USB Connection: Supported for METHOD X, METHOD, Replicator+, Replicator Mini+, Replicator 5th Generation, and Replicator Z18.
- Network Connection: Also supported for METHOD X, METHOD, Replicator+, Replicator Mini+, Replicator 5th Generation, and Replicator Z18, providing flexibility in printer placement and accessibility.
- Extruder Compatibility: MakerBot Print is compatible with METHOD Model Extruder 1A, METHOD Extruder 2A, METHOD Extruder 1XA, METHOD Extruder 2XA, and Smart Extruder+, ensuring broad compatibility across MakerBot’s extruder ecosystem.
Support for Legacy Printer 3d Makerbot Models
For users still operating legacy models like Replicator Mini, Replicator 2, Replicator 2X, and Smart Extruder, the final compatible version of MakerBot Print is available here:
Downloads for Legacy Support: Windows | MacOS
For those who require MakerBot Desktop, it can be downloaded here.
Notice for Users in China
For users in mainland China encountering difficulties with software or firmware updates for their printer 3d makerbot, please use the QR code provided below to access direct download links and ensure your system is up to date.
QR code for downloading MakerBot software and firmware updates specifically for users in China, ensuring access despite regional internet restrictions, and facilitating easy updates for their printer 3d makerbot.
By downloading and utilizing MakerBot Print, you’re ensuring your printer 3d makerbot operates at its peak performance, delivering high-quality 3D prints efficiently and effectively.
