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R6100 WiFi Router
2.
Change the following settings as needed:
•
Enable Media Server
. Select this check box to enable this device to act as a media
server.
•
Enable TiVo support
. Select this check box if you want to play ReadyNAS media on
your TiVo device. See the following section.
•
Media Server Name
. Specify the name of the media server.
•
Automatic (when new files added)
. Automatically scans for media files whenever
new files are added to the ReadySHARE USB storage. Only shared folders with All –
no password in the Read Access field can be scanned for media files.
3.
Click the
Apply
button.
Your changes take effect.
TiVo Support
You can set up your TiVo to access media files stored on a USB device that is connected to
your router. The TiVo must be on the same network as the router. This feature supports the
following file formats:
•
Video
. See and play mpeg1, and mpeg2 files.
•
Music
. See and play MP3 files.
•
Pictures
. View images in .jpg format.
You can use the TiVo (Series 2 and newer) Home Media Option to play photos and music on
your Windows or Mac cmoputer right in your TiVo user interface.
To set up the router to work with TiVo:
1.
Select
ADVANCED > USB Storage > Media Server
.
2.
Make sure that the
Enable TiVo support
check box is selected.
To play videos:
1.
On the TiVo, select
TiVo Central > My Shows
.
