A:AnswerNot really designed for that. You can get a much better hard drive for backing up data for less money. This is designed specifically for adding space to a DVR
A:AnswerThe Bell HD 6131 receiver is not listed as a compatible device with the WD My Book AV. However, you may refer to your system vendor to check on their compatibility list as well.
A:AnswerIt is very unlikely you will be able to view material you recorded on this WD drive while using a FIOS box when you change to DirecTV. And the bad news is that you probably cannot plug the My Book into someone else's FIOS box and be able to see the recorded material either. Don't know if you can use the MyBook on DirecTV, but you should be able to find that out on their web site - search support for MyBook and see what others have posted.
A:AnswerYes it will. I have Tivo Premiere - the basic model that is usable with HD antenna.
Went from 100% full to 32% memory use. Super easy to install. Just follow the instructions provided in the box and then the instructions on the screen once you get both the Tivo and this hard drive powered up.