Ultimaker S7 User manual

UltiMaker S7 and
UltiMaker S7 Pro Bundle
Installation and user manual
EN 01/2023-S7-v1.2 Original instructions

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Table of contents
1. Safety and compliance
1.1 Safety messages 4
1.2 General safety information 4
1.3 Hazards 5
1.4 Regulatory information 6
2. Introduction
2.1 Main components 8
2.2 Specications 9
3. Installation
3.1 Unboxing 11
3.2 What’s in the box 12
3.3 Hardware installation 12
3.4 Welcome setup 14
3.5 Firmware update 18
3.6 Software 18
4. Operation
4.1 Touchscreen 20
4.2 Materials 20
4.3 Preparing a print with UltiMaker Cura 21
4.4 Printing 22
4.5 Remove the print 23
4.6 Remove support material 23
4.7 Changetheprinterconguration 24
4.8 Calibrations 26
5. Maintenance
5.1 Updatethermware 29
5.2 Materialhandlingandstorage 29
5.3 Maintenance schedule 30
5.4 Flexible build plate maintenance instructions 31
6. Troubleshooting
6.1 UltiMaker support 33
6.2 Error messages 33
6.3 Print core troubleshooting 33
6.4 Print quality issues 34
7. Warranty
7.1 General 36
7.2 Conditions 36
7.3 Notication 37
7.4 Exclusions 37
7.5 Applicable law and competent court 37

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Disclaimer
This manual sets out the instructions on how to install and operate the UltiMaker S7. Please read and
understand the contents of this installation and user manual carefully. Failure to read the manual may
lead to personal injury, inferior print results, or damage to the UltiMaker printer or its peripherals.
Always make sure that anyone who uses this 3D printer knows and understands the contents of the manual to
make the most out of the UltiMaker printer.
Upon delivery of the product, installation shall be done in accordance with the instructions in this user manual. The
handling, storage, use, or disposal of the device are beyond our control and are for your sole responsibility. We do
not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, injuries, damage, or expense arising out of or in
any way connected with the handling, storage, use, or disposal of the product.
The information within this document has been collected and represented with great care and is considered
accurate. In case inconsistencies or inaccuracies are observed, those are unintentional and UltiMaker welcomes to
be made aware of those. Submit your feedback to UltiMaker via support.ultimaker.com.
Product information
The UltiMaker S7 can be used as a standalone unit, or in combination with the Material Station. As a standalone
printer, install up to two materials using the spool holder at the back. In combination with the Material Station,
pre-loaduptosixmaterialspoolsandbenetfromadditionalfeatures,includingautomaticspoolswitching.
The instructions in this manual describe the installation and operation of the standalone 3D printer.
If there are alternative instructions for the combination with the Material Station, these are described
separately and indicated by the Material Station symbol.
Intended use
UltiMaker3Dprintersaredesignedandbuiltforfusedlamentfabricationmainlywithinacommercial,
professional, or educational environment. The mixture of precision and speed makes UltiMaker 3D printers very
suitable for concept models, functional prototypes, and small series production.
Although we achieved a very high standard in the reproduction of 3D models with the usage of UltiMaker Cura, the
user remains responsible to qualify and validate the application of the printed object for its intended use. This is
especially critical for applications in strictly regulated areas like medical devices and aeronautics.
UltiMaker 3D printers, including the UltiMaker S7, are compatible with an increasing range of materials available
in our Marketplace and optimized for usage with UltiMaker materials. While being an open material platform,
thebestresultswillbeachievedwithUltiMakermaterials,aseorthasbeenmadetomatchmaterialproperties
with machine settings.

1. Safety and compliance

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1.1 Safety messages
The information provided below is applicable to the UltiMaker S7 and the UltiMaker S7 in combination with the
Material Station (“UltiMaker products”).
This guide contains warnings and safety notices.
Provides additional information that is helpful to do a task or to avoid problems.
Warns of a situation that may cause material damage or injuries if the safety instructions are not followed.
The following ISO warning symbols are also used:
Magneticeld(ISO7010-W006)
Electricity hazard (ISO 7010-W012)
Hot surface (ISO 7010-W017)
Crushing of hands (ISO 7010-W024)
Pinching and entanglement hazard
Read the user manual (ISO 7010-M002). Before using this product, read the complete user manual to learn
about all its features and safety related information
1.2 General safety information
• UltiMaker products shall only be used by persons that have carefully read and understood the user manual and
the safety provisions in it.
• UltiMaker 3D printers generate high temperatures and have hot moving parts that can cause injury. Never
reach inside UltiMaker 3D printers while they are in operation. Always control the printers with the touchscreen
at the front, the power switch at the back or via UltiMaker Digital Factory.
• AllowtheUltiMaker3Dprinterstocooldownsucientlybeforereachinginside,unlessexplicitlystated
otherwise for certain (maintenance) processes. Always wait until the display indicates that the build plate has
cooled down to a safe temperature.
• Do not change or adjust any parts of the product unless the change or adjustment is authorized by UltiMaker.
• Do not store items inside UltiMaker products.
• UltiMaker products are not intended for use by persons with reduced physical and/or mental capabilities, or
persons with lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been given instructions
concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• This product is not intended for use by children. When using this product, children should be under constant
supervision of an adult responsible for their safety. Maintenance actions shall only be performed by an adult,
following the provided instructions.
• DonotchangethelteroftheAirManagerwhilethefanisinoperation.Turnotheprinterorusethelter
replacement procedure to make sure the fan cannot start unexpectedly.
• Ifthedoormustbeopenedtoremovetheprint,changetheprinterconguration,orformaintenanceorrepair
actions, close the door immediately afterward to prevent the risk of bumping into it.

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1.3 Hazards
Electrical safety
The UltiMaker S7 is powered by mains voltage, which is hazardous when touched. Only skilled and
instructed persons should remove the bottom cover of the printer. Always check local regulations before
removing the bottom cover.
A mains socket with protective earth/ground terminal must be used. Make sure that the building installation
has dedicated means of over-current and short-circuit protection. Please use a circuit breaker with a current
rating not exceeding 16A.
Only use the original power cable supplied with the device. Do not damage, cut, or repair the cable. A damaged
cable should be immediately replaced with a new one.
Alwaysunplugtheproductbeforeperformingmaintenanceormodications,unlessexplicitlystatedotherwise
for certain (maintenance) processes.
Mechanical safety
Pinching and entanglement hazard. Do not reach into the top area of the printer during operation due to a
pinching hazard. Do not lean over the printer during operation due to risk of entanglement of hair, jewelry,
and/orscarfs.Thismaycauseminorpain,butnosignicantinjurytotheuserisexpectedfrompinchingor
entanglement by the drive belts.
Crushing or pinching hazard. The force of the build plate is limited but may cause minor injury, so stay out of
the reach of the build plate during operation.
Alwaysunplugtheproductbeforeperformingmaintenanceormodications,unlessexplicitlystatedotherwise
for certain (maintenance) processes.
Risk of burns
Hot surface hazard. There is a potential risk of burns: the print heads of the UltiMaker 3D printers can reach
temperatures above 200 °C, while the heated bed can reach temperatures above 100 °C. Do not touch either
of these parts with your bare hands. This symbol is placed on the print head and on the build plate to warn the
user about this risk.
AllowtheUltiMaker3Dprinterstocooldownsucientlybeforereachinginside,orperformingmaintenance
ormodications,unlessexplicitlystatedotherwiseforcertainprocesses.Alwayswaituntilthedisplayindicates
that the build plate has cooled down to a safe temperature.
Emission hazard
During3Dprinting,UltraneParticles(UFPs),VolatileOrganicCompounds(VOCs),andotherchemical
substancesmaybeemitted.Abovecertainconcentrations(ThresholdLimitValues,TLV),theseemissions
canposearisk.Concentrationsareinuencedbythelamentandadhesiveused,printconditions(e.g.print
temperature), room volume, Air Exchange Rate (AER), and number of printers in a room.
UltiMaker products are designed for use with UltiMaker materials and are open for use with materials from
third-party suppliers.

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Safe use information for UltiMaker materials. UltiMaker materials can be printed safely without any
additionallteringusingtherecommendedtemperaturesandsettingsinawell-ventilatedarea(minimum
refresh rate or AER of 1.8 for a room size of 30.6 m3). When multiple UltiMaker 3D printers are operated in a
containedenvironment,concentrationsofUFPsand/orVOCswillincrease.Dependingonthespecicsituation,
pleaseconsiderothersafetymeasures,suchasaseparatelter,cabinet,and/ordedicatedventilationsystem.
Safe use information for third-party materials. Make sure to check with your material supplier whether
additional risks and safety measures apply. Additional safety measures may be required for the safe usage
of such materials. Always take the relevant information provided by the supplier of third-party materials
intoaccountforsafeoperation.Pleasecheckthesafetydatasheetofeachspecicmaterialforinformation.
UltiMakercannotbeheldresponsibleforanyadverseeectsfromtheuseand/orperformanceof
third-party materials.
Magnetic eld
Staticmagneticeldhazard.Duetothestaticmagneticeldcausedbythemagnetsintheprinter,keep
a distance of at least 4 cm between any implanted electronic medical devices and implants containing
ferromagnetic materials.
Personal protective equipment
The following items are recommended for working safely with the UltiMaker S7, especially for performing
maintenance actions:
• Tweezers. These are required for safely removing material residue from the tip of the nozzle.
• Pliers.Whencleaningtheinsideofthenozzlewiththehotandcoldpullprocedure,holdthelamentwith
pliers to prevent damage to your hands in case the material breaks.
• Thermal gloves. It is recommended to wear thermal gloves while cleaning the nozzle as the nozzle will be hot
during these procedures.
1.4 Regulatory information
Electromagnetic compatibility
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules and the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at their own expense.
EC declaration of conformity
UltiMaker S-line products, including the UltiMaker S7, are compliant towards the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, RED 2014/53/EU, RoHS
Directive2011/65/EU,andWEEEDirective2012/19/EU.
A signed copy of the full EC declaration of conformity (English) can also be downloaded from our website.

2. Introduction

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2.1 Main components
1. Glass door
2. Print head
3. AirManagerlter
4. Bowden tubes
5. Z-stage
6. Flexible build plate
7. Touchscreen
8. USB port
9. Air Manager fan
10. Air Manager cable
11. Feeder 2
12. Feeder 1
13. Spoolholderwithlamentguide*
14. Power socket and switch
15. Ethernet port
16. NFC port
17. UMB OUT port
* Not required in combination with
the Material Station

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UltiMakerS7specications
Properties Technology Fusedlamentfabrication(FFF)
Print head Dual-extrusion print head with a unique auto-nozzle lifting
system and swappable print cores
Build volume (XYZ) 330 x 240 x 300 mm (~13x9.4x11.8in)
Layer resolution 60 – 400 microns
(dependingontheprintcorenozzlesizeandprintprole)
XYZ resolution 6.9,6.9,2.5microns
Build speed < 24 mm3/s
Build plate Heatedexiblebuildplate
20 – 125 °C (68 ºF – 257 ºF)
Nozzle diameter 0.4 mm (included)
0.25 mm, 0.6 mm, 0.8 mm (sold separately)
Air Manager Airextractionbylow-noisebrushlessfanandEPAlter
removesupto95%ofUFPs
Operating sound < 50 dBA
Connectivity Wi-Fi, LAN, USB port
Physical dimensions Dimensions 495x585x800.5mm(~19.5x23x31.5in)
(inc. spool holder)
Net weight 30 kg (66 lbs)
Ambient conditions Operating ambient temperature 15 – 32 ºC (59–90ºF)
Non-operating (storage) temperature 0 – 32 ºC (32–90ºF)
Relative humidity 10–90%RHnon-condensing
Electrical requirements Voltage 100–240VAC
Frequency 50 – 60 Hz
Power Max. 500 W
Software UltiMaker Cura Our free print preparation software. Learn more.
UltiMaker Digital Factory Our online printer and print job management solution.
Learn more.
Software plans UltiMaker Essentials, Professional, and Excellence help scale
3D printing innovation across organizations. Learn more.
Supported OS Windows, MacOS, Linux
Warranty Warranty period 12 months
2.2 Specications
UltiMakerS7ProBundlespecications(withMaterialStation)
Physical dimensions Dimensions 495x488x1187.5mm(~19.5x19.2x46.8in)
Net weight 48 kg (106 lbs)
Total weight (incl materials) Up to 57 kg (126 lbs)
Electrical requirements Power Max. 600 W
Materials Material bays 6 with NFC recognition
Compatible spool dimensions Width: 50 – 70 mm (2 – 2.7 in)
Diameter:197–203mm(7.8 – 8 in)
Corediameter:>98mm(3.8 in)

3. Installation

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3.1 Unboxing
The UltiMaker S7 comes in reusable, durable packaging, specially designed to protect your 3D printer. Follow the
steps below properly to unpack your UltiMaker printer.
Itisrecommendedtoremovethepackagingwiththeboxplacedontheoorforsafety.Pleaseretainall
packaging for warranty purposes.
Location
Before unboxing, choose a suitable location to place the UltiMaker S7. Take the following into account:
• Installtheproductonaat,level,andstablesurfacethatiscapableofcarryingtheprinter’sweight
(~ 35 kg / 77 lbs).
In combination with the Material Station, the total weight is up to 57 kg / 126 lbs.
• When placing the printer on a shelf or table, take proper measures to prevent the printer from falling.
• The UltiMaker S7 must be positioned out of direct sunlight when in use.
• Ensurethereisatleast10cmofspacebehindtheprinterforunrestrictedairow.
Unboxing instructions
The UltiMaker S7 must be lifted by at least two people during installation.
If the printer needs to be transported without the outer box, be aware of the weight and dimensions of the
printer. Use proper transport means to do so this safely.
If the UltiMaker S7 is going to be installed in combination with the Material Station, place the Material Station
rst.PlacetheUltiMakerS7ontopoftheMaterialStationandensurethetwoproductsarecorrectlyaligned.
1. Open and remove the six plastic locking clips from the bottom of the
packaging. Do not cut open the box at the top.
2. Slidetheouterboxupwardsotheprinter.
3. Remove the top cardboard cap from the top of the printer.
4. Lift the printer out of the bottom tray. This must be done by at least two
people. Place one hand in the handle in the side panel, and another on
the back panel for stabilization.
5. Placetheprinteronaat,level,andstablesurface.
6. Remove the rubber door seals and open the glass door.
7. Pull the cardboard box marked Starter pack forward and out of the printer.
8. Remove the two cardboard inserts from the left and right
side of the printer.
9. Manually lift up the build plate and remove the cardboard
insert from underneath it.
Starter pack
1. Open the box at the top.
2. Youwillrstndtheprinterdocumentation,includingthequickstart
guide and safety and warranty information booklet.
3. Underneaththetopinsert(placethisaside)istheexplate.
4. Youwillthenndtheaccessorybox,containingtheprintcores,spool
holder, lubricants, etc.
5. BeneaththeaccessoryboxarethespoolsofToughPLABlackandPVA
NaturalandthelterfortheAirManager.

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3.2 What’s in the box
The UltiMaker S7 is supplied with several hardware accessories. Check if all these items are
included before continuing:
Notes
1Not required in combination with the Material Station
2Another AA 0.4 print core is already inserted into print head slot 1
3.3 Hardware installation
BeforeturningtheUltiMakerS7onforthersttime,installtherelevanthardwareaccessories
and connect the cables.
Install the exible build plate
1. Taketheexiblebuildplateoutofthepackaging.
2. Open the glass door of the UltiMaker S7.
3. Hold the build plate at the tabs at the front.
4. Alignthebackoftheexiblebuildplatewiththepinsatthebackofthebaseplate.
5. Lowertheexiblebuildplatesoitsnapsintoplace.
Theexiblebuildplatemustbeplacedfullyagainsttheprinttablebackcoversothatitactivatesthebuildplate
detection sensor. If the plate is too far towards the front, the printer will not recognize it.
Onlyholdtheexiblebuildplateatthetabsatthefront.Keepngersawayfromunderneaththecontact
surface of the plate during installation to prevent getting stuck between the base plate and build plate.
Accessories
1. Flexible build plate
2. Spool holder with material guide1
3. Power cable
4. Ethernet cable
5. USB stick
6. Print core AA 0.42
7. Print core BB 0.4
8. XY calibration sheet
9. Nozzle cover (3x)
Consumables
10. Tough PLA (750 g)
11. PVA(750g)
12. Oil
13. Grease
Tools
14. Hex screwdriver 2 mm

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Place the Air Manager lter
1. AligntheAirManagerlterwiththehousing,withthetabatthebottom.
2. Gentlypushtheltercompletelyintothelterhousing.
Connect the Air Manager cable
1. Close the glass door and move to the back of the printer.
2. Disconnect the end of the Air Manager cable from the cable clips in the back panel.
3. Connect it to the UMB OUT port at the back of the printer.
IftheUltiMakerS7isinstalledincombinationwiththeMaterialStation,thecableroutingisdierent.
Connect the Air Manager cable to the UMB OUT port at the back of the Material Station. Connect the short
Material Station cable to the UMB IN port on the Material Station and the other end to the UMB OUT port
on the UltiMaker S7.
Place and connect the NFC spool holder
1. Insert the spool holder into the back panel and push until it snaps into place.
2. Secure the cable behind the two cable clips in the back panel directly underneath the spool holder.
3. Connect the cable to the NFC socket at the back of the printer.
The spool holder is not used if the UltiMaker S7 is installed in combination with the Material Station. Instead,
place the spool holder cap from the Material Station accessories in the hole in the back panel.

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Connect the Material Station Bowden tubes
This section describes how to connect the Bowden tubes of the Material Station to the feeders of the
UltiMaker S7. If you do not have a Material Station, skip this section.
1. Insert a tube coupling collet in the bottom of each feeder of the UltiMaker S7.
2. Insert the left Bowden tube of the Material Station into the left feeder, and the right Bowden tube
into the right feeder
3. Secure the Bowden tubes with clamp clips.
Connect the power cable
1. Connect the power cable to the power socket at the back of the printer.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into a wall outlet.
IftheUltiMakerS7isinstalledincombinationwithaMaterialStation,rstconnectthepowerextensioncable.
Connect one side to the printer and the other to the double power entry port of the Material Station. Connect
the power cable to the Material Station and the other end to a power outlet.
3.4 Welcome setup
Toperformthesetupsteps,turnontheprinterwiththepowerswitchattheback.Youwillrstbeaskedtoselect
your preferred language. After this, the welcome setup will appear on the touchscreen. Follow the steps on the
touchscreen and described on the next pages of this user manual.
The language on the printer can always be changed later. Find this option in the Preferences menu, under
Settings → Language.
Build plate
Inthisstepofthewelcomesetup,youmustconrmthatyouhaveinstalledtheexiblebuildplate.Ifyouhavenot
yet done so, follow the instructions in section 3.3tocorrectlyplacetheexiblebuildplate.
If the build plate is not recognized by the printer, it is not installed correctly. Ensure the plate is fully aligned
with the back of the base plate, so the build plate detection sensor is activated.

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Print cores
TheUltiMakerS7usestwoprintcoresintheprinthead,whichareinterchangeable.Therearedierent
types of print cores:
• Type AA: for printing build materials and UltiMaker Breakaway material
• Type BB: for printing water-soluble support material
• Type CC: for printing composite materials
• Type DD:forprintingceramicsupportmaterial(incombinationwiththeMetalExpansionKit)
The print cores contain information on a small chip, so that the printer always knows which print cores are installed
and which materials can be used with this print core.
Each UltiMaker S7 comes with two print cores AA 0.4 (one is already installed in print head slot 1) and one print
core BB 0.4. This means that it is possible to print with two build materials or with a build and support material.
During the welcome setup, the second print core must be installed. Go to Print core 2, select Start, and follow the
steps on the display.
1. Open the glass door.
2. Open the print head fan bracket and press Conrm.
3. Install the second print core (BB 0.4) in print head slot 2 by squeezing the levers of the print core and sliding it
into the print head until you hear a click.
Donottouchthecontactpointsonthebackoftheprintcorewithyourngers.
Make sure you keep the print core completely vertical while installing it so it will smoothly slide
into the print head.
4. Carefully close the print head fan bracket and select Conrm to proceed with the welcome setup.
Load materials
BeforeyoucanstartprintingontheUltiMakerS7,youneedtoloadmaterialsintotheprinter.Fortherstuse,itis
recommendedtousethespoolsofToughPLAandPVAthatcomewiththeprinter.
FortheMaterialStation,thematerialloadinginstructionsaredierent.SkiptothesubsectionMaterial Station.
Load material 2
Material2willbeloadedrstbecauseitmustbeplacedclosesttothebackoftheprinter.SelectMaterial 2 from the
list shown on the touchscreen, select Start, then take the following steps to load the material:
1. Unpackthematerialandcutotheend,ensuringashort,sharptip.
2. Placethespoolwithmaterial2(PVA)ontothespoolholderandselectConrm. Make sure the end of the
material points in a clockwise direction, so that the material can enter feeder 2 from the bottom.
3. Wait until the printer detects the material and select Conrm.
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4. Insert the end of the material into feeder 2 and gently push it until the feeder grips it. Select Conrm to
continue when the material is visible in the Bowden tube.
You can straighten the end of the material a bit so it can enter the feeder more easily.
5. Wait for the UltiMaker S7 to heat up print core 2 and load the material into the print head.
6. Conrmwhenthenewmaterialextrudesconsistentlyfromprintcore2.
7. Wait a moment for print core 2 to cool down.
Load material 1
Aftercompletingthesesteps,loadmaterial1.Material1willbeputonthematerialguiderstbeforeplacingit
on the spool holder to avoid tangling of the two materials during printing. Select Material 1 from the list on the
touchscreen, select Start, and follow the steps below:
1. Unpackthematerialandcutotheend,ensuringashort,sharptip.
2. Take the material guide and hold it with the outer part towards you.
3. Place the spool on the material guide with the material in a counterclockwise direction, and put the end of the
material through the hole in the material guide.
4. Place the material guide with material 1 on it onto the spool holder behind material 2, and select Conrm.
5. Wait until the UltiMaker S7 detects the material and select Conrm.
When using a third-party material, you can select the material type manually.
6. Insert the end of the material into feeder 1 and gently push it until the feeder grips it. Select Conrm to
continue when the material is visible in the Bowden tube.
You can straighten the end of the material so it can enter the feeder easier.
7. Wait for the printer to heat up print core 1 and to load the material into the print head.
8. Conrmwhenthenewmaterialextrudesconsistentlyfromprintcore1.
9. Wait a moment for print core 1 to cool down.

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Material Station
If the UltiMaker S7 is used in combination with a Material Station, loading materials is quick and simple, and
can be done from the front. The materials will be pre-loaded into the Material Station and will be automatically
forwarded to the print head when a print is started.
1. Unpackthematerialandcutotheend,ensuringashort,sharptip.
2. Open the Material Station door.
3. PlacethespooloflamentintooneofthematerialbaysoftheMaterialStationwiththeNFC
tag on the left side.
4. Insertthetipofthematerialintolamententryport1untiltheprefeedergrabsthematerial
5. Wait for the Material Station to detect the material and select Conrm to continue.
When using a third-party material, you can manually select the material type.
6. RepeatthestepsaboveforUltiMakerPVANatural,butinsertitintolamententryport2.
You can load more materials in the Material Station at this point or do so later at any time.
Network installation
The UltiMaker S7 can connect to a local area network, using either Wi-Fi or Ethernet. To connect to a network, select
Network setup from the welcome setup list. If you want to set up a wireless network connection, select Wi-Fi setup. If
you want to use Ethernet, or don’t want to set up network connectivity, select Skip.
Set up Wi-Fi
To connect your UltiMaker S7 to a wireless network, you will need a computer or a smartphone. Start the Wi-Fi
setup and follow the steps on the touchscreen:
1. Wait until your printer has created a Wi-Fi hotspot. This may take a minute.
2. Use a computer or smartphone to connect to the printer. The name of the Wi-Fi network is shown on the
touchscreen of the printer.
3. A pop-up will appear on the display of your computer or smartphone. Follow the steps to connect the printer to
your local Wi-Fi network. The pop-up will disappear when you have completed these steps.
If the pop-up does not appear, open a browser and go to a website that is not yet known by your browser.
WithinsomenetworkenvironmentstheUltiMakerS7mayexperiencedicultiesconnectingwirelessly.When
this happens, repeat the Wi-Fi setup from another computer or smartphone.
4. GobacktotheUltiMakerprinterandwaituntiltheWi-Fisetupisnished.
If you skip the Wi-Fi setup during the welcome setup, you can start it again from the Preferences menu, by
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Connect via Ethernet
You can set up a wired network connection after completing the welcome setup by performing the following steps:
1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port at the back of the printer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to a network source (router, modem, or switch).
3. Enable Ethernet in the network menu by navigating to Preferences →Network and toggle the Ethernet switch.
3.5 Firmware update
Aftercompletingthewelcomesetup,theUltiMakerS7willcheckifthelatestrmwareisinstalled.Ifan
olderversionisdetected,itwilldownloadthelatestrmwareandinstallit.Thisprocessmaytakeseveral
minutes to complete.
Youwillonlybepromptedtoinstallthelatestrmwareiftheprinterisconnectedtoanetworkandanolder
rmwareversionisdetected.Iftheprinterisnotconnectedtothenetwork,gotoultimaker.com/rmware to
check if an update is available.
3.6 Software
To make the most out of your new UltiMaker S7, it is recommended to register your printer and set up
your UltiMaker account. This allows you to make use of UltiMaker Essentials and UltiMaker Digital Factory
forastreamlined,cloud-basedworkow.FindmoreinformationaboutUltiMaker’ssoftwareplanson
the UltiMaker website.
Digital Factory
After setting up your UltiMaker Account, you can connect your printer to UltiMaker Digital Factory to gain access to
unique features in the UltiMaker Platform. In the Digital Factory, select Add printer. On the UltiMaker S7, navigate
to the Preferences →Network menu and select Digital Factory. Enter the 6-digit code from the UltiMaker S7 display to
establish a connection.
Ensure the UltiMaker S7 is connected to the network.
UltiMaker Cura
Finally, install UltiMaker Cura – UltiMaker’s free print preparation software – on your computer. You can download
UltiMaker Cura at ultimaker.com/software.
For more information about UltiMaker Cura and system requirements, please consult the
UltiMaker Cura support pages.
Sign in to your UltiMaker Account to add your printer from UltiMaker Digital Factory. Alternatively, you can select
your UltiMaker S7 manually from the list of networked or non-networked printers.
For the best printing results, always use the latest version of UltiMaker Cura.

4. Operation