Computer Labs

(Located in the Large and Small Classrooms)

The Akron Makerspace has computers available for general use by members in both classrooms.  These computers are for general use, and most (but not all) maker-oriented uses.  Access to the Internet, general office productivity, light graphic design, and tools for CAD and 3D printing can be done here.

There are also computers located in the Craft Lab, Metal Lab, Electronics Lab, and Laser Cutter areas configured to serve needs specific to those labs.

several desktop computers in a classroom environment

General Information
  • To get started, choose AMS Member at the sign-in screen and click Sign In.

  • Computers have software that covers general use and most needs of makers. 
    All apps can be found in the Start menu.  Details about software can be found below.
  • Engage in responsible use of the computers.
    Please be nice to the computers, and don’t try to circumvent protections placed on them.
  • Printing is available on all computers.
    The printer is in the large classroom between computer #2 and #3.
  • Save your files to a flash drive, or a cloud service (such as OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox).
    Files saved to the computer are automatically deleted regularly.
  • Web browsers automatically launch in private mode.
    This is to prevent the next patron from accessing information from your session.
  • When finished, please sign off (open the Start menu and choose Sign Out).
    Sessions will automatically sign off when left idle for 30 minutes.
  • I need help, or something isn’t working right.
    For assistance with the computers or access to Wi-Fi, contact Jo@AkronMakerspace.org. 
    Not all staff are experienced with computers and may only offer limited assistance.
By signing into a computer, you agree to:
  • Abide by all regulations and that of the Code of Conduct.
  • Abide by all federal, state, and local laws.
  • Be responsible for your own use of the computer.

Additionally,

  • We cannot monitor or control information or images accessed from the Internet.
  • We cannot guarantee that information from the Internet is accurate.
  • We cannot guarantee privacy for individuals using our computers, which are in an open environment.
  • We reserve the right to end any session for any cause at any time.
Software (all computers)
  • Arduino IDE
  • Audacity
  • Blender
  • Firefox
  • FreeCAD
  • GIMP
  • Inkscape
  • KiCad
  • LibreOffice
  • Notepad++
  • Paint.net
  • PuTTY
  • Python 3
  • RDWorks
  • ReplicatorG
  • Ultimaker Cura
Specific Software (unique to labs)

Large Classroom

  • Autodesk Fusion 360 (Coming soon)
  • Autodesk Tinkercad
  • Krita (Coming soon)
  • Vectric Aspire V2

Craft Lab

  • Silhouette Studio
  • and more!

    Electronics Lab

    • WinDiskImager
    • ImgBurn
    • and more!

    Metal Lab

    • PLM2K