Total newb - Inspiron 560s

[sawcnc]

I am building Joe's hybrid 4x4 with the R&P mod. I am using the Gecko G540 4 axis stepper motor driver with Nema 23 380 oz-in stepper motors.

I am planning on buying the Dell Inspiron 560s to run Mach3. Are there any problems with that computer? Can someone recommend a parallel port adapter for the PCI slot? Is there anything else I need?  I will be getting the 32 bit version of windows.


Thanks

[Bloy]

I've always had good results from using a parallel pci card that has the netmos "moschip" on it.  Do a search for "moschip pci card" and you will find many flavors. Usually between $10 to $20. I just ordered one on Ebay from Hong Kong for $7.79 with free shipping. It is identical to the ones I have now.

[sawcnc]

Thanks Bloy. I guess all I need is the comp, the card, 32 bit Windows  and Mach3 and I am good to go.
BTW, love the Yin Yang.