Please download Python from this link here:


https://www.python.org/ftp/python/2....thon-2.7.6.msi


Once you've installed Python please re-flash your firmware. Here's a link to a zip file to this email that contains an executable file you can use to upgrade your firmware to version 7.6:


http://downloads.makerbot.com/suppor...tTool_76_H.zip


You don't need to push any buttons on the machine, and you don't need an internet connection or other software. If you're using a Mac, unzip macBotTool.zip; and if you're using Windows, unzip winBotTool.zip. Simply open the README.txt file and follow the instructions at the bottom of the page under the heading "Usage:".


IMPORTANT NOTES:


- If you've ever used MakerWare on this computer, you'll need to make sure the background service is not running. To make absolutely sure, open MakerWare and go up to the Services menu. Select "Stop Background Service" and wait a few moments. You should see a message in MakerWare that says "Background Service Unavailable". Then quit MakerWare and you can begin using the BotTool I'm sending you.


- Make sure you choose the correct COM port that your printer is connected to.


- Make sure you choose the correct firmware file for the machine you're using. The different firmware version are labeled according to which machine they run on:


- the Replicator 1 (the original wooden printer)


- the Replicator 2


- the Replicator 2X


- When the firmware uploader tool prompts you to turn off your bot, click OK, and turn the bot back on, make sure you wait at least 20 seconds after you click OK before turning the bot back on.


Let me know how that goes!