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Ubuntu Crash

Posted: Thu Dec 18, 2014 5:06 pm
by colton3
Tried installing Simplify on a laptop with ubuntu 14.04 32 bit.

The first time I installed it, it worked fine. After installing the drivers for connecting my Makerbot Rep2X via USB, The program won't open. When I run the desktop shortcut the configuration assistant pops up for a few seconds (with the window contents never rendering) and then it exits.

I'm brand new to ubuntu (windows guy)

Am I missing something basic?

Re: Ubuntu Crash

Posted: Fri Dec 19, 2014 12:49 pm
by KeyboardWarrior
This may be due to graphics drivers. Can you check that the graphic drivers you have are the most up-to-date for your card.

Re: Ubuntu Crash

Posted: Fri Dec 19, 2014 2:18 pm
by TenKOhms
How did you install drivers on ubuntu for your printer? I was under the impression you did not need drivers for Ubuntu/Linux to communicate with most serial devices.

Try opening up the Terminal and enter the command:

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cd /opt/Simplify3D-2.2.0
hit enter, and it should bring you to the correct directory then type:

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sudo ./LaunchScript.sh
This *should* launch s3d if everything is installed properly. You will have to enter your password for sudo commands.

Re: Ubuntu Crash

Posted: Fri Dec 19, 2014 5:23 pm
by colton3
@ KW, didn't come to mind that it could be a graphics issue, I'll check on that. However, I was able to open Simplify before and view a model.

@TenK, I tried to install makerware but was unsuccessful... I tried running the launch script directly before, makes no difference. Going to try and install makerware again.