silly newby question

[kainz]

How does I tell what model directv dvr I have?
System information reports
manfacturer as 100
series 2
r52180
53f79e7e
Software 6.1.2.1.01.2.521

So I keep seeing to R10, HR10-250, R15 etc. but I am unable to find any similar reference on my unit?
Also, can the softwarew be upgraded to 6.2?

[jonaswan2]

I believe you have the R10 DirecTivo standard definition DVR. And you don't need 6.2 since 6.1 and 6.2 have the same features.

[kainz]

thanks
So, activating the usb port requires a hardware hack?
and where can I learn how to do that?

[carl6]

www.tivocommunity.com

Carl

[jonaswan2]

I would personally point you to DBSTalk's sister site, tivocommunity.com, but someone else may know how to do that.