- HP MediaSmart Server
- Setup and Installation
- Hard Drives/Storage
- Security and User Management
- Backup and Restore
- Networking and Remote Access
- Patches and Upgrades
- Home Server Add-Ins
- Server Mods and Hacking
- Media Sharing and Connected Devices
- Computers and Laptops
- Video Game Consoles
- Smartphones and Personal Media Devices
- Digital Media Receivers
Patches and Upgrades
It's good practice to keep your Home Server and other software up to date with the latest patches and upgrades. Look here for information and discussion about how to keep current, and discuss the latest patches for Windows Home Server.
HP Now Shipping Correctly Labeled MediaSmart Server 3.0 Discs
Some who have received their MediaSmart Server 3.0 Upgrade discs in the mail may have gotten a tad confused when they dropped in the Server Recovery Disc and it tried to recover their PC, and... More »
MediaSmart Home Interview: HP's Charlie Shilling on the HP MediaSmart Expander for TiVo
Ever thought about how great it would be if you could use a MediaSmart Server as extra storage for your TiVo? If you own both, I guarantee you have. For those with an EX490 or... More »
HP Unveils MediaSmart Expander for TiVo, Store and Manage TiVo Content with the EX490/495
HP today unveiled the all new HP MediaSmart Expander for TiVo, which allows TiVo owners to use a MediaSmart Server EX490 or EX495 to store TiVo recordings, transfer them back, play them on a PC... More »
Hands On with HP's Version 3.0 Upgrade - What You Need to Know
"February" is finally here, and the HP MediaSmart Server Version 3.0 Upgrade is now available for order . Before we dive in, let's give those who haven't been waiting with baited breath a bit of... More »
HP MediaSmart Server EX485/EX487 Software Upgrade v.2 to v.3
This document explains how to upgrade your HP MediaSmart Server EX470/475 server software and client software from version 2 to version 3. Caution Read this entire document and understand the feature changes prior to upgrading... More »
Step-by-Step to Installing the Microsoft Vista 64-bit Client Software for Windows Home Server
Before you begin, it's important to note that the HP MediaSmart Server software and the Windows Home Server Connector must be installed on one network computer running a Microsoft Windows XP or Vista 32-bit operating... More »
HP MediaSmart Server Update 2.5 Hands-On and In-Depth
HP's newer line of MediaSmart Servers, the EX-485 and EX-487, received several notable software and hardware improvements over the first generation models when first debuted back in December of last year. With today's launch of... More »
Hands On with HP's Version 3.0 Upgrade - What You Need to Know
"February" is finally here, and the HP MediaSmart Server Version 3.0 Upgrade is now available for order . Before we dive in, let's give those who haven't been waiting with baited breath a bit of... More »
HP Confirms 3.0 Upgrade for Legacy EX Series Owners, Available December
HP's promised upgrade for previous generation MediaSmart Server is taking one step closer to reality. According to this statement from HP's Allen Buckner, HP plans to make a 3.0 upgrade disc available to all legacy... More »
HP iStream App for iPhone Review: Bringing the 2.5 Update Mobile
In case you haven't heard (and if you're an MSS owner, you probably have) the newest update from HP for the EX-485 and EX-487 models is fantastic! We covered it in detail on the community;... More »
Recent Discussions
| Title | Replies | Most Recent Post |
|---|---|---|
Directions for 3.0 upgrade? |
1 | pardizzone August 30, 2010 6:43 PM |
Need a little help, recovery CDs |
16 | Rockweiler August 10, 2010 5:42 AM |
Event log filling up... |
3 | Dave49er August 5, 2010 5:32 PM |
EX470 3.0 upgrade... worth it... anyone... anyone |
9 | pardizzone July 29, 2010 6:55 AM |
Media Collector Crashes After 3.0 Upgrade |
8 | wilsonba July 13, 2010 11:03 AM |
Health Indicator Solid White? |
new | Margie July 5, 2010 8:57 AM |
Windows Media Center Connector fails to work after 3.0 upgrade |
1 | Edge June 30, 2010 8:22 AM |
Windows Media Connect is not running |
7 | pardizzone June 28, 2010 6:43 AM |
Updates on everyones 3.0 install |
new | ahylton June 27, 2010 8:53 AM |
Updating Twonky - MKV support needed |
2 | Neff June 11, 2010 3:54 AM |
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