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Originally Posted by sgtsixpack
http://support.netgear.com/product/WNDA3100v1
I tried plugging it into my windows 7 PC and there apart from a light on the adapter there was no recognition that it was plugged in. The same with the TiVo.
I see that there may be a basic problem of the TiVo not having way to allow the WDNA3100's software to install.
http://www.netgear.com/home/products...x#tab-features
This one which I stumbled across says
"Universal compatibility—Works with any device with an Ethernet port
Wirelessly connect a home theater device to the Internet.
CD-less, wireless installation"
With regards to why I would want to use it is because of the clunkyness of the TV remote's keypad vs a keyboard and even vs an iPad.
I'd been told the TiVo was capable of being controlled via any device on the network. I'm using TV anywhere which (AFAIK) allows me to watch TV on 2 connected devices.
Its just ease of use for zero outlay was why I wanted it.
On a side note, I paired an iPad via the youtube app to the TV but when I went to demonstrate it I had to enter a passcode again. Is this intended? Shouldn't it remember that its been paired before?
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Yes you'll need to connect your Tivo to your network to use the remote functionality in the TV Anywhere app.
You don't need to connect your tivo to your network to watch shows on your device or indeed use your device for remote recording or managing recordings etc...
However if you don't have any hardware that will allow your Tivo box to your network I'm afraid some outlay is required. A usb dongle doesn't work as far as I know.
I stopped using the youtube app on the TiVo as the pairing turned unto a mess with it either doing as you describe or it would frequently start playing, then stop, relaod youtube and then start playing again. The Youtube app on my other connected devices make a much better job of pairing. In answer to you questions no it shouldn't and yes it should.