WD DVR Expander and Directv

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#1

I have a WD1000F032 DVR Expander that was connected to a Directv HR20 DVR. I was having problems with the DVR so I exchanged it. I need to figure out how to reformat it so I can reuse it with the new HR24. I know they are compatible because I have 4 DVRS each with an WD expander on it.

I do not have an additional eSata port on my XPS computer to reformat with my computer. There is a square hole in the back of the expander. Is this a reset switch in there somewhere for this model? Not getting any help when I call in other than connect it to your computer via eSata.

#2

If the DVR won’t reformat it for you, your only option is connecting it to your PC (or someone else’s).

No, the square hole is not a reset switch. It’s for a security lock.

#3

How do you know if the DVR reformatted it? I recorded a few items, but it seemed the hours recorded took the percentage down too far, so I assumed it wasn’t on the expander, but just on the DVR? 1TB says it’s about 200 hours (of HD? content? I believe so.)

Thanks for the response. I supposed I’ll have to take it to a computer repair shop for reformatting.

#4

I’ve been googling stuff, you don’t need to reformat it per se… just delete all the partitions.
It’s really surprising the DVR won’t do that itself –

#5

Have you tried to contact your cable company? They will know the capabilities of your box better than anyone here would.