So this is my first 3d printer and im relatively clueless when it comes to them so as i attempt to get things setup im curious as to what all i need.

The printer was a gift from a friend as he upgraded and gave it to me. He told me i wouldnt need a Raspberry Pi module and i said cool.

I downloaded Cura and im having issues getting My PC to recognize that theres even a printer around. Does the Mini USB port in the front not offer connection options directly to the PC? I cannot seem to get any recognition when i plug it in. Do i absolutely HAVE to have a micro SD card for this all to work?