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Modela MDX-20 3D Milling Machine
Title
Just bought a new computer but my MDX-20 doesn't have a USB port. Tried a serial to USB cable but still can't connect.
Summary
Just bought a new computer but my MDX-20 doesn't have a USB port. Tried a serial to USB cable but still can't connect.
Details
Symptom
Just bought a new computer but my MDX-20 doesn't have a USB port. Tried a serial to USB cable but still can't connect.
Cause
Wrong cable type
Solution
Just bought a new computer but my MDX-20 doesn't have a USB port. Tried a serial to USB cable but still can't connect.
Cause
Wrong cable type
Solution
Make sure you get a SIIG or KEYSPAN cable. These cables work very well. There are thousands of other cable makers but most of them don't work consistently.
Modified
April 24, 2020