Anyone have a DISH 211k with extra drive for DVR?

[bullydogs1]

Want to add a disk drive for DVR use with our 211k box...but it has to be powered on its own and not the USB according to DISH...(one at Costco was good, but not powered on its own)....please furnish a link or exact specs so I can get one..I know it is a $40 one time charge..but for DW..willing to pay it...

[AllegroD]

I use a WD 500GB Passport. Powered by USB from 211k.

[aztortuga]

I have a 211k receiver and have installed an external hard drive. I made sure to get one that is externally powered. They are readily available but when you purchase it be sure to check as many are powered through the usb port and I don't think the 211 will support that. I believe mine is a seagate and I got it at best buy, in the store. It simply plugs into a 120 v recepticle and to the 211 via a usb port. Direct tv provided the download software and I was in business very quickly.

[OnaQuest]

I use a small laptop harddrive in a small USB HD enclosure. It is powered through the 211K USB connector. If your drive requires an extra USB connection for power (such as using the Y type cable), the 211K doesn't have that capability.