Transporting The Form 3 - formlabs Form 3 Manual

Connect with USB
4.4.1
Use the included USB cable for connecting a computer directly to the printer.
1. Plug one end of the USB cable into the back of the Form 3.
2. Connect the other end to a computer's USB port
Connect with Ethernet
4.4.2
The rear of the unit is equipped with a RJ-45 Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T) LAN
Port . Connect to a LAN with an Ethernet cable (not included): minimum Cat5, or Cat5e or Cat6
for 1000BASE-T.
1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the back of the Form 3.
2. Connect the other end to your LAN.
Connect with Wi-Fi
4.4.3
The Form 3's built-in Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) supports WPA/WPA2 security. Use the Form 3's
touchscreen to configure a wireless network connection.
When connected to an active Ethernet connection or available Wi-Fi network, the Form 3 can
be configured with a static IP address.
To connect with Wi-Fi using a manual IP configuration:
1. With an established Ethernet or available Wi-Fi connection, open the printer's Settings
menu on the touchscreen.
a. For Wi-Fi networks, tap Wi-Fi, then the desired wireless network.
b. For Ethernet connections, open Ethernet from the Settings menu.
2. Toggle the Manual IP settings to "ON".
3. Input the appropriate IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and Name Server.
4.5

Transporting the Form 3

Refer to the Technical Specifications for product weight and dimensions. Keep the packaging
for transportation or shipping. The printer's complete packaging kit consists of:
• 1 outer carton, cardboard
• 1 lift tray, cardboard
• 1 bottom insert, foam
Do not ship with resin inside the printer. Resin left inside the Form 3 can damage the
printer in transit, which may lead to additional fees or void the warranty.
NOTICE
To prepare to transport the Form 3:
1. Always remove the build platform, resin tank, and cartridge before moving or packaging
the Form 3 printer.
2. Wipe residual resin from the build platform and store the platform away from sunlight.
3. Store the resin tank in the tank case.
4. Store the cartridge with the vent cap closed and the valve cover installed.
When shipping a printer to Formlabs for service, the build platform, resin tank, power
and USB cables, and other accessories should not be shipped and will not be returned
NOTICE
after service. The printer's original packaging is required for warranty service. Contact
other certified service providers for unique guidance on shipping requirements.
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• 1 upper insert, foam
• 1 front insert, foam