SageTV Linux FAQ

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Some answers to SageTV Linux related FAQs can be found below. Entries will be added as frequently as questions warrant.

Note: If you have an explanation for some topic that fits here, please feel free to add it. But, this FAQ list is not intended for ongoing discussion, so non-FAQ posts will be removed from this thread. Just the FAQs, please.

Also see the general purpose SageTV FAQ.

General Questions

• General information can be found at: SageTV Linux OEM Edition and/or Installation Instructions
• What Linux distribution is used for the SageTV installation?
  
• Can I buy the Linux version of SageTV? It says it is an "OEM version", so does that mean only system manufacturers can buy it?
• What should I do if I do want to sell PVR systems based on SageTV Linux?
• Is there a trial period for the Linux version?
• Can a Windows SageTV license be used on Linux?
• What ports do I need to open in my firewall?
  
  
• How to switch out of the Sage Client UI to a Linux prompt

Using a Linux system as a client

• Can a SageTV Linux installation be used as a client?
• Can a Linux SageTV client connect to a Windows server?

Using a Linux system as a Network Encoder

• Can a SageTV Linux installation be used as a network encoder?

Using a Linux system as a Server

• Can SageTV Linux be used as a server for a Windows client?
• Can SageTV Linux be used as a server for a SageTV Media Extender?

Studio, STV, and Customizations usage

• How do I start Studio while using the Linux version of SageTV?
  
  
• What STV files can I use on a SageTV Linux system?
• Can STV imports be used on the Linux system?
• Does the built-in weather system work on Linux?
• How do I install external jar plugins?

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