I tried learning CNC in a week to save a 20-year-old Apple Xserve
Jeff Geerling
Jul 17, 2026 16:00
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Makera thinks their new desktop CNC is able to be useful for noobs like me. Is it?
And can I fix my Apple Xserve mounting issue by the end of the video? How about a trip to Canada? All that and more in this video.
Thank you to Makera for providing a Z1 Ultimate Kickstarter Bundle for my use and review in this video. They have not paid for the video in any other way, nor do they have any say in the content of the video. See my sponsorship policies here:
Some of the things I mentioned in this video:
- Makera Z1: https://www.makera.com/pages/makera-z1
- CNC Machining Conversation with Sean Hodgins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cz3-YUBSBhU
- Sean's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SeanHodgins
- Husky 27" Tool Storage Cabinet: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Tool-Storage-27-in-W-x-18-in-D-5-Drawer-Gloss-Black-Rolling-Tool-Cabinet-H27TR5BLK/319376602
- Husky 26" Hardwood Tool Cabinet Top: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-26-in-Hardwood-Tool-Cabinet-Top-for-Rolling-Cabinet-HOCN260001/203949843
- Xserve Mounting Bracket: https://www.printables.com/model/1713195-intel-xserve-rackmount-spacer-bracket-805-7385
- 3D Printed numbered tool holder: https://www.printables.com/model/1186525-18-cnc-bit-holder-with-collar-bits-carvera-air
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Science & Technology
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