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What is an eSATA device?
An eSATA device is an external hard drive that plugs into a DVR or computer to increase the overall storage capacity of that device.
Most external hard drives use a USB connection to increase capacity on personal computers. The term "eSATA" stands for "External Serial Advanced Technology Attachment" and refers to the connection on the end of the cable that plugs from the eSATA drive to the DVR or computer.
Can I expand the storage capacity of my DVR with an eSATA device?
You can plug an eSATA device into your FiOS TV DVR to expand capacity provided the DVR is compatible with eSATA.
Which Verizon FiOS TV DVRs are compatible with eSATA devices?
The following FiOS TV DVRs are compatible with eSATA devices:
Motorola QIP 7216
Motorola QIP 7232
Cisco CHS 435 HDC
What are the recommended eSATA external storage device make and models?
Thee following are the recommended eSATA device make and models:
Western Digital – WDBACS5000EBK-NEVZ – 500GB
Western Digital – WDBACS0010HBK-NEVZ – 1TB
Western Digital – WDBABT0010HBK-NESN – 1TB
Is eSATA external storage available in my area?
Verizon is currently deploying eSATA nationally and expects the process to continue throughout the summer.
You can determine if eSATA is enabled where you live by checking the On Screen Channel Guide (System Information under Menu/Customer Support). If you have IMG 1.9 or higher, you can install a recommended eSATA device.
Is there are monthly charge for eSATA service?
There is no charge for eSATA service. The only cost would be the purchase of an eSATA device at an electronics store or online outlet.
Do I need a special eSATA device or is any eSATA device compatible with FiOS TV?
You do not need a special eSATA external storage device however Verizon recommends a particular manufacturer's make and models for use with FiOS TV.
Does the eSATA device I use require a minimum or maximum storage limit for FiOS TV?
There are no minimum or maximum storage limits for FiOS TV. However, Verizon recommends the following model types:
Western Digital - WDBACS5000EBK-NEVZ - 500GB
Western Digital - WDBACS0010HBK-NEVZ - 1TB
Western Digital - WDBABT0010HBK-NESN - 1TB
What do I need to do after I connect my eSATA device to my Verizon FiOS TV DVR?
Your DVR automatically recognizes your eSATA device (make sure the DVR and eSATA are powered "on"). You are prompted to press OK on your FiOS TV Remote Control to activate the eSATA device.
Once your eSATA device has been activated, you are prompted to press OK to reboot your Set-Top Box.
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I love FiOS. Now I can record tons of shows, still have blazing fast internet, and still have it be cheaper than cuntcast.
[QUOTE=dbk21894;33018382]I love FiOS. Now I can record tons of shows, still have blazing fast internet, and still have it be cheaper than cuntcast.[/QUOTE]
OR timewarner. Snobby assholes charged me 360 dollars, for one month of regular service.
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