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The Slicer is a tool designed to allow your modified TiVo to accept and install a software update without overwriting existing telnet/ftp or serial bash access. This eliminates the need to remove an upgraded drive for the reinstallation of critical hacks. In short, if there is a downloaded software update on your particular Series2 TiVo DVR, The Slicer can be used to install it and it will then attempt to preserve the installation of telnet, ftp and several other popular hacks. Once your unit is restarted, you will still be able to access it for the installation of any advanced or modified hacks for the newer version of the software, but most importantly, by preserving telnet and ftp access you should not need to remove the drive from your unit at all.
Please read the details provided here, along with the related support information and discussion prior to purchasing or attempting to use The Slicer. The Slicer is a tool which requires a degree of skill and understanding of the concepts discussed in the following article. It WILL make your life easier and shield you from many of the gory details associated with the aforementioned updates, but you should do your homework to ensure The Slicer is the right tool for you.
The Slicer has now been approved for use in migrating PTVnet networked 3.1.5f units to 6.3a, when slices are present
Please note that The Slicer is not available for all TiVo units; currently it is available only for Series2 DirecTV TiVo units and Series2 DirecTV HDTV TiVo units modified with PTVnet products, or modified (networked) using tools like killhdinitrd and The Zipper. Please select your make and model of TiVo below to see if The Slicer is available for your unit, and please read the additional information and requirements prior to purchasing.
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