UsenetServer SABnzbd Folder Configuration Guide

Organize Your SABnzbd Environment

Clear folder paths make it easier to control article handling from start to finish. SABnzbd’s folder options are configurable per system.

Primary Folders to Configure

• Completed Folder: Set this to wherever you want completed items to be placed.

• Temp Folder: Articles are stored here while being processed.

• Watched Folder: Auto-processing begins for any NZBs dropped here.

How to Edit Paths

In SABnzbd, go to Config > Folders, then specify the full path for each folder type. Use absolute locations to avoid issues.

Examples

• Windows: D:\UsenetServer\SABnzbd\Finished

• macOS/Linux: /mnt/usenetserver/sabnzbd/finished

Optional Directories

• Admin Folder: Keeps metadata on past activity.

• Log Folder: Useful for technical analysis.

Article Retention Display

The setting shown in SABnzbd reflects estimated access time. With UsenetServer, article retention is extensive and supports long-term access.

Controlling PAR2 Downloading

QuickCheck verifies article integrity and only fetches what’s necessary. If you want full recovery data by default, switch that option on in Settings > Switches > Post Processing.

Available Modes

• Blank: Skip post-processing.

• R: Verify and repair.

• U: Repair and unpack.

• D: Repair, unpack, and remove temp data.

What to Do if a Repair Freezes

If SABnzbd stops responding:

1. Open your system’s process viewer.

2. Find the active par2 task.

3. End it manually. SABnzbd will tag the job as failed and let you move forward manually.