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Chapter 7Connecting to a Home Network116The USB ports on the back of your RecorderA USB Wireless network adapter(yours may look different)An Ethernet USB network adapter(yours may look different)TiVo has recommendations for®compatible models of wireless andwired (Ethernet) network adapters. Besure to check www.tivo.com/adapters forthe latest information.Home NetworksWhen we refer to a “home network,” we mean two or more devices (probably computers),connected to a router.USB Ports, Wireless and Wired Network AdaptersOn the back of your DVR, you will see two USB ports that can be used to connect either awireless or a wired (Ethernet) USB network adapter. Although you can use either of theseports, only one network adapter can be connected at a time.USB network adapters let a Recorder use a USB port to communicate with othernetworked devices. Whether you choose wireless or wired (Ethernet), you will need anetwork adapter for each Recorder you wish to connect.Choosing Wireless or Wired (Ethernet). You can connect your Recorder to your homenetwork using either a wireless or wired (Ethernet) connection. Here are some notes tohelp you choose which approach you want to use.• Wired (Ethernet). Ethernet connections are generally faster, less expensive, morereliable and less susceptible to interference than wireless networks. To connect aRecorder to a wired (Ethernet) network, see “Connecting to a Home Network UsingWired (Ethernet)” on page 119• Wireless. Connecting your Recorder wirelessly may be more convenient because youdo not have to run a cable from your Recorder to another device. However, wirelessnetworks are typically more expensive and slower than Ethernet networks, and may besubject to interference from appliances such as microwaves and cordless phones. Toconnect a Recorder to a home network wirelessly, see “Connecting to a HomeNetwork Using a Wireless Adapter” on page 117.