New Machine Build- Pulling the pieces together

[solodotcom]

I have been gathering parts. My electronics are starting to trickle in and I'm needing to know what cable I will need to connect the breakout board to the computer? The breakout board looks like a parallel port. Do I connect to the parallel port or serial port on the computer? Thanks for all the great info here!

[jalessi]

parallel port

DB-25 Straight through cable

Jeff...

[solodotcom]

I knew if I could ask the right question, someone here would give me the answer. Again many Thanks. I am now back to gathering parts!

[solodotcom]

I know it's probably considered cheating, but I ordered the kit from BuildYourCnc.com. I'm more interested in what I can do with the finished machine that spending the time building it from scratch. That being said, I will try to take some pictures of the kit and the build as I go so I can share with folks on this forum. Again thanks for the info and support I've already learned soo much from you guys.
Steve

[solodotcom]

Here's a couple of pics of what I received

[solodotcom]

Few Pics of what I've been able to get done so far.

[solodotcom]

Got the lead screws and anti backlash nuts installed on x and y axis. Went with a regular all thread for the z axis. Steppers are mounted and coupled. Build the stand and set the router in the mounts. Working feverishly on the electronics. I want to see this baby move! Couple of pics with the router. Should have some pics of the electronics tomorrow.