I just shattered my OneFinity monitor in the middle of a project. It didn’t take much for it to fall and I didn’t think the impact was that bad but now the screen is non-functional. I am still optimistic that I will be able to complete a big order that’s due for an event this Sunday but I’m in desp…

[image] What screens can I use with the Onefinity CNC (with a BB Buildbotics controller) Screens (FAQ) This FAQ is only applicable to Onefinity Machines with the BB (buildbotics) controller. It does not apply to Elite Machines with Masso controller. Specifics …

You can use any HDMI monitor and a standard USB keyboard and mouse until you can replace the touchscreen.

Upgrade to a monitor that has a VESA mount on the back and an arm that holds it. After upgrading to my Asus monitor I’ve never looked back. I can’t tell you how many time the original monitor came close to getting broken because it fell.

Did you set up wifi? Use your phone or a networked computer. I also broke a monitor. The original mounts were highly deficient.

I think you’ll be much happier using a computer via networking. I assigned my controller a static IP address, now I use my computer exclusively. My workflow is design, then upload via web browser. The important thing to note if you want to go this route is that you’ll likely need an actual ethernet …

or you can use both :slight_smile: [IMG_5752]

Hey Liv, you can use an ethernet cable and benefit from the automatically available Zero-configuration networking (provided by the avahi package installed in the Onefinity controller) to get a link-local address (169.254.0.0/16) automatically assigned when entering “ http://onefinity.local ” in the w…

Thank you! I just connected the new monitor, like suggested and it works fine. Now I feel like I was drowning in 3ft of water and all I had to do was stand up! lol thank you again!

I wish I had seen this message sooner or comprehended it sooner. I already bought a monitor, but I can still return it. If my laptop doesn’t have an Ethernet connection, do you think an Ethernet to USB adapter would work just fine? Just to clarify, would the Ethernet be replacing the HDMI, meaning I…

Hey Liv, [image] LivGreen: If my laptop doesn’t have an Ethernet connection, do you think an Ethernet to USB adapter would work just fine? yes, absolutely! [image] LivGreen: Just to clarify, would the Ethernet be replacing the HDMI, meaning I wouldn’t need to use HDMI directly to the ma…

Understood,Thank you! I guess I’ve never fully understood the purpose of an Ethernet. I assumed it was just for internet.

Please help- Shattered Monitor- tight deadline

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