Additional or Existing Pi for Octoprint on Mini?
I've finally received my Mini on Tuesday and I plan to add Octoprint functionality, which I currently have on the MK3S. Although that process was very simple, I am new to it and my question is: Do I need a new Raspberry Pi? Or can I add both printers to the same Pi?
If it is possible to add more than one printer to the same board, is it worth it? Or is beneficial to run two separate boards?
Best Answer by Olef:
I recommend a separate Pi. Using one for both printers could a) compromise prints when the Pi is under load and b) gives you an unnecessary single point of failure.
Pi's are so cheap it just isn't worth not buying another one. Take a look at the Pi 3 A+. They have all the power of a Pi 3 in a smaller form factor with just one USB port and no LAN. Perfect for printers and ridiculously cheap.
RE: Additional or Existing Pi for Octoprint on Mini?
I recommend a separate Pi. Using one for both printers could a) compromise prints when the Pi is under load and b) gives you an unnecessary single point of failure.
Pi's are so cheap it just isn't worth not buying another one. Take a look at the Pi 3 A+. They have all the power of a Pi 3 in a smaller form factor with just one USB port and no LAN. Perfect for printers and ridiculously cheap.
RE: Additional or Existing Pi for Octoprint on Mini?
@olef
Thanks for the feedback, I'll go ahead and order a second one.