Guiding : Preparation

I'm starting a new chapter in astrophotography : guiding. The intention is making sharper pictures and pictures with longer exposures.

As a first step I will be experimenting with my TLAPO 80/480 f/6 and I will use my ZWO ASI 224MC as guiding camera.  

My preparation in a nutshel :

    Hardware : 

                - an USB-hub 3.0 with 4 ports to connect both cameras and mount

                - mini(guiding) scope ZWO 30f/4

    Software:

Some interesting information I used to start :

- Setting up a Skywatcher mount with ASCOM platform and EQMOD

- Beginners guide to setting up and using ASCOM to control your astrophotography gear - Part 1&2