# HDTV -\> Computer -\> DVD

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**Created:** [January 17, 2008, 11:51pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hdtv-computer-dvd/42041 "2008-01-17T23:51:21Z")\
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**Post date:** [January 17, 2008, 11:59pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hdtv-computer-dvd/42041/2 "2008-01-17T23:59:17Z")

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with direct tv u can use a esata cable and i think its called a esata drive to expand your recording space. however when u plug this drive in the dvr reformats the drive. however it will reformat when you install the drive on the computer.

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