The box basically lasts forever. The disks, not so much. I expect a TiVo disk to fail about once every five years. So far, they've even greatly exceeded that.
What hard drives does TiVo use?
Note unlike all previous TiVo models which use desktop sized 3.5" hard drives the TiVo BOLT uses a laptop sized 2.5" hard disk. At present 2TB, 3TB and 4TB hard drives have been tested, 5TB+ drives may also work but I have not yet confirmed this.22 nov 2020
How do I change the harddrive in my TiVo bolt?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZvDvhujtwQ
Can a TiVo box be repaired?
Guaranteed. Under our flat-fee repair program, one price covers whatever is wrong with your TiVo. ** It also includes the cost of shipping from us back to you! The repair is warranted for 90-days (subject to our standard warranty terms and conditions).
What file system does TiVo use?
MFS
How do I copy a TiVo hard drive?
Download and install a TiVo-to-PC program to the PC's desktop, such as the TiVo Desktop software program (see the link in Resources). Double-click on the icon of the TiVo-to-PC program once it has fully downloaded. Follow the command prompts to install the TiVo-to-PC program onto the PC's hard drive. Restart the PC.
What hard drive is in TiVo edge?
TiVo Edge for Cable TiVo Edge for Antenna
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Hard Drive Size 2TB 500GB
Recording Hours (HD) 300 75
Tuners 6 2
Remote TiVo VOX Remote TiVo VOX Remote
Can I add a hard drive to my TiVo?
TiVo will sell you an external drive for the TiVo HD and TiVo Series3; but by doing it yourself, you can get twice the storage for the same cost. ... If you have an unmodified TiVo Series3, all you have to do is connect an eSATA drive. Power off the TiVo, plug everything in, and power up the DVR and the drive.11 sept 2008
Can I replace the hard drive in my TiVo?
There are currently two methods being used to upgrade/replace TiVo Bolt HDDs. One is replacing the internal 2.5" drive, the other is using a 3.5" drive by drilling a hole in the casing and using a sata extension cable and providing an external power source as well as a separate housing.
How long does TiVo Bolt last?
Specifications TiVo BOLT VOX 1TB
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Recording Simultaneous recordings
HD hours 150 hours
Built-in HDD 1TB
Mobile streaming & downloading In home
What is the latest version of TiVo?
TiVo Experience 4 software version 21.11. 1 is compatible with the following: TiVo EDGE Series.24 nov 2021
What version of TiVo do I have?
TiVo model numbers are located on the back of the TiVo, in a white or silver square area, together with the TiVo service number.