How to Connect to Your Computer and Start Using the Machine

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Contents:

1. Download and install software

2. Install Laserbox

3. Connect devices

4. Connect laserbox to a computer

4.1.Connect via a USB cable

4.2.Connect via an Ethernet cable

4.3.Connect via Wi-Fi.

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Download and install software

Download Laserbox

Laserbox is the laser engraving software designed by Makeblock.

The software features many capabilities that let you make the most out of Laserbox. It also provides essential design tools that you can depend on to create different shapes and add filters to your design.  Download Laserbox at: https://www.xtool.com/software

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Install Laserbox

1. Run the installer

Run the Laserbox installer you just downloaded.

 

2. Choose destination location

Choose the folder into which you're going to install Laserbox. Click Next to continue.

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3. Select additional tasks

Follow the on-screen prompts to select any additional tasks you want to perform, including adding a folder to the Start menu or creating a desktop shortcut. Click Install to start the installation.

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4. Finish

After the installation is complete, click Finish to exit the installer.

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Attention:Once any problem when installing the software, please refer to the following link:

https://support.xtool.com/hc/en-us/articles/4402417816087-Troubleshooting-Summary

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Connect devices

Connect the smart smoke purifier to Laserbox.

  1. Plug the 2m exhaust pipe into the purifier and lead the pipe to the window.
  2. Connect Laserbox and the purifier with the 1.5m exhaust pipe.
  3. Connect Laserbox and the purifier with the aviation connector.
  4. Connect to a power supply.

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Attention: If any problem, please refer to the following link :

https://support.xtool.com/hc/en-us/articles/4402417816087-Troubleshooting-Summary

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Start Laserbox for the first time.

The laser head automatically resets and calibrates after you press the power button. When the first startup is complete, the annular indicator will turn solid white. The startup process takes a while, so please be patient.

 

Connect laserbox to a computer

Connect via a USB cable

Video  tutorial link :https://youtu.be/JM83UQvmDQ0

Use a USB cable to connect Laserbox to your computer.

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Open the software Laserbox, choose your Laserbox model, then click Next.

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Select USB, then click Next to connect Laserbox to the computer.

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Connected successfully.

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Connect via an Ethernet cable (not included in the package)

Use an Ethernet cable to connect Laserbox to your computer.

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Open the software Laserbox, select choose your Laserbox model, then click Next.

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Select Ethernet, then click Next to connect Laserbox to the computer.

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Connected successfully.

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Connect via Wi-Fi.

Use a USB cable to connect Laserbox to your computer.

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Open the software Laserbox, choose your Laserbox model, then click Next.

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Select Wi-Fi, then click Next to connect Laserbox to the computer.

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Connect to an available Wi-Fi network.

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Remove the USB cable when successfully connected to a Wi-Fi network. When the computer and the laser cutter are on the same Wi-Fi network, you can wirelessly control the laser cutter using the software Laserbox. 

 

Connect to a networked Laserbox.

Ensure your computer and the laser cutter are on the same Wi-Fi network.

Open the software Laserbox, select Scan device connected in LAN.

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Select the device you'd like to connect from the list. Click Next.

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Connected successfully.

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