rkalter19
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Hi DJ, I have a great intrest in robotics, but have never really done it, except for LEGO Mindstorms. But, I like remote control over programming. So, I surfed the internet and recently discovered EZ-Robot and been spending some time putting together a plan for my first robot. Then I thought of the downloading for ARC, and noticed it "Requires Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 or higher" and in the FAQs, it says "EZ-Builder will run in Parallels in Windows on a Mac but not in OS/X." What does that mean? My family only has Macs now, so how do I get ARC? If not, can you recommend another program that runs on Mac and is compatible with the EZ-B? I appreciate taking your time to read this.
ARC and EZ-B are joined at the hip
You will not find other software to control DJ's brainchild robot controller... nor would you want to, this combo is truly EZ
I haven't joined the "Dark Side" and only use Windows PCs
but what the FAQ is referring to is that you would need to run a licensed copy of Windows (preferably Win 7) in a "virtual PC" environment within your Mac, using something like:
Parallels Desktop
Or a dual boot option using:
Bootcamp
I believe there are a few Mac users here that can weigh in with more authority on the best option based on the model of Mac and OS version you are running.
Ya I looked up a video to do it with Bootcamp but the comments have many people saying it didn't work in some parts of the download and installation. So, I'm not sure if I should risk it. Thank you though for responding.
Do you know of any other programs and robot controller like the ARC and EZ-B that work for macs?
EZB is a "ONE of a KIND" Unique hardware and software in the whole Universe.
sorry.
D.J. could tell you more. It seems like it would run under the virtual windows on a mac.
Has anyone tried running it under parallel desktop?
@elfege It's a 2 year old thread.... He may have already found a solution...
I haven't myself - my wife doesn't let me use her Macbook
, but there are reports of it running well under Parallels. In fact, better now with the WiFi V4 than trying to get Bluetooth working in a virtual machine.
Alan
Ok good because my School is working on the dark side so I'll have to use parallel. Alan, install teamviewer on ur wife's laptop!
We have some staff and LOTS of schools that use parallels on a mac with ARC. There are no issues because it's a real windows installation running.
Thank you Dj.