The key in my mind- is understanding the entire process so you know what question to research prior to asking for help. Please understand it is very difficult for someone to speak Newbie when you are no longer a newbie. At least for the install portion – Once installed –configuration-will be the next hurdle. Most issues arise from not understanding Linux, not LinuxCNC. Linux comes in a huge amount of “flavors” and each system is different than the next.

When you install LinuxCNC you have to understand the difference between what is LinuxCNC and what is Linux. LinuxCNC is not Linux – Period! It is a PROGRAM and since most users do not use Linux and are/were avid Windows user it is a huge undertaking to complete the transition to LinuxCNC.

Linux speak is difficult and it is a huge learning curve. debsĬredits are given to all forum members here including: PCW, rodw, andypugh, Todd Zuercher, tommylight and multiple others here on the forum this community is awesome and I always feel that I can get help with any question however “silly” it might be. POST 1 = USPACE PREEMPT RIP install from source without the use of. = RTAI Kernel install via apt, LinuxCNC build from source installing as a deb. = PREEMPT RT all source code building installing as. Post 1 = PREEMPT RT all source code building and installing LinuxCNC as a RIP. I would recommend that you read through POST 1 for explanations on the steps required. If you want the program to work as on the live CD, then start at post 2.

NOTE: POST 1 is a RIP, a rip is for testing/running the software in place it is not a typical full install of the program.

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