USB data keys

[Stevie]

Catch22 had the idea a USB data key would be good for transfaring .tap files from the computer you design and make the .tap to the machine shop for the computer running Mach3
I just tried it; works great; a 256mg key would most likely be all you'd ever need
Cost me $40 with tax

[CNC Darren]

yup, that what i have been using too. I use a 128meg version tho. The one i have can be found at walmart for under $20. Sure beats using floppys!
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=2680550

[DieGuy]

Yeah they are great, If you ever tried a transfer of a graphic to Gcode file you will apperciate the size over a floppy

[JFettig]

I have been using mine ever since I upgraded to mach, I have only had a floppy and cdrom hooked up for the install. I have a usb hub on the outside of my cases for hooking up keyboards, mice, and usb flash drives.


Jon

[chris59]

Nothing beats the network...

Chris

[WayneHill]

CNC Darren,

The best price seen for a USB thumb drive I found is at Sam's Club.

1GB for $59.87

http://www.samsclub.com/eclub/main_s...cfkjdgoodfkg.0

[JFettig]

Wayne Hill, they go for cheaper than that, and for G-code, you dont need 1gb. I use a 256 stick for mine and has been doing great, the other day a buddy of mine picked up a 1gb stick for $39 at officemax. If you really want a deal, just check the ads. Newegg.com is another good one to watch.


Jon

[WayneHill]

That 1Gb must have been on sale for $39.00.

http://www.officemax.com/max/solutio...ID=-1610650037


Yes, 256Mg is plenty big for CNC files.

Been reading up on how to access the USB memory drive with DOS.
I'll be trying it soon.

Wayne

[srbliss]

Try here for usb with DOS
http://www.bootdisk.com/usb.htm

That 1Gb must have been on sale for $39.00.

http://www.officemax.com/max/solutio...ID=-1610650037


Yes, 256Mg is plenty big for CNC files.

Been reading up on how to access the USB memory drive with DOS.
I'll be trying it soon.

Wayne