This isn’t a competition. It’s a collaboration.
This isn’t a competition. It’s a collaboration.
Then, the noise test. He commanded a G1 move. Silence. Only the fans whirred. The motors purred like cats. Leo loaded a 9-hour PETG print—a large dragon that always failed before due to warping and missed steps.
Using (or avrdude via command line), he connected to the S8 via USB. Selected: Marlin.hex . Clicked "Flash" . sunlu s8 firmware upgrade
The progress bar crawled: 10%... 50%... 90%... Then, the noise test
The is a large-format FDM 3D printer known for its affordability and build volume (300x300x400mm). However, its stock firmware is often a closed-source, basic Marlin variant. Upgrading the firmware is a rite of passage for S8 owners—turning a timid workhorse into a silent, safe, and feature-rich machine. Only the fans whirred
Verification… OK.
The LCD flickered, went blank for 3 seconds—an eternity—then rebooted.