Purpose of WIFI on Mk4
I'm new to this and have a question. WIFI is enable on my Original Prusa Mk4. I can see its IP address on my network and ping it with no problem. Is it possible to send the g-code from my MAC, running Prusaslicer, directly to the USB Drive plugged into the printer? If so what do I have to do in Prusaslicer to accomplish that function. If it's not possible what is the purpose of having WIFI on the printer (updating firmware)?
RE: Purpose of WIFI on Mk4
I'm new to this and have a question. WIFI is enable on my Original Prusa Mk4. I can see its IP address on my network and ping it with no problem. Is it possible to send the g-code from my MAC, running Prusaslicer, directly to the USB Drive plugged into the printer? If so what do I have to do in Prusaslicer to accomplish that function. If it's not possible what is the purpose of having WIFI on the printer (updating firmware)?
Yes, you can print directly from PrusaSlicer to the MK4. You need to enable PrusaLink and follow these instructions to create a printer profile in PrusaSlicer.
https://help.prusa3d.com/guide/sending-files-from-prusaslicer-to-prusalink_222961
Once done you can click the G button in PrusaSlicer to upload wirelessly and start printing automatically. You never need to remove/insert the USB key again.
RE: Purpose of WIFI on Mk4
Excellent!
It works perfectly. Thank you for the help.