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What do I need to use GenieGO™?

DIRECTV nomad™ customers: nomad™ is now GenieGO™. Same magical device. We just gave it a more appropriate name.

To use GenieGO™, you’ll need:

  • An active DIRECTV account and programming package.
  • A wireless broadband Internet network in your home.
  • An available Ethernet port on your wireless router.
  • An HD DVR (model HR20 & later or R22) connected to your home Internet network.
  • A computer or a mobile device with the GenieGO App. Download the free GenieGO app on up to 5 compatible devices.
  • Mobile DVR Service to activate your GenieGO. It will be automatically added to your account at no charge.

Need help installing your GenieGO? We’ll show you how.

 

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