SABnzbd Setup for macOS with UsenetServer

This guide walks through setting up SABnzbd on macOS to access UsenetServer. SABnzbd is a Web-based Usenet automation tool that connects to your provider using secure settings. UsenetServer supports SSL access and offers long article retention across newsgroups.

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Step 1: Download and Install SABnzbd

1. Visit https://sabnzbd.org/downloads and click the macOS download link.

2. Open the .dmg file and drag SABnzbd into your Applications folder.

3. Launch SABnzbd from the Applications folder.

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Step 2: Initial Configuration Wizard

1. The setup wizard will launch in your default browser.

2. Choose your preferred language and continue.

 

3. When prompted for server details, enter the following:

   • Server: news.usenetserver.com

   • Port: 563

   • SSL: Checked

   • Username: Your UsenetServer username

   • Password: Your UsenetServer password

 

4. Continue through the remaining wizard steps. Leave optional settings at their defaults unless you have a specific preference.

 

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Step 3: Add or Edit Server Settings

To modify or add server settings after setup:

1. Click the Settings icon in the SABnzbd interface.

 

2. Go to the Servers section.

 

3. Select the existing server to edit or click Add Server to create a new one.

 

4. Use the following details:

   • Server Description: UsenetServer

   • Host: news.usenetserver.com

   • Port: 563

   • SSL: Checked

   • Username / Password: Your UsenetServer login

   • Connections: UsenetServer supports up to 20 SSL connections

5. Click Test Server and verify that the connection is successful.

6. Select Save Changes and make sure the server is enabled.

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Step 4: Final Checks and Usenet Access

Once configuration is complete:

• Choose your post processing options under Switches in Settings.

 

• Set the appropriate folders under Folders in Settings if you want to organize article access locations.

 

• Use the SABnzbd queue to monitor and manage article retrieval activity.

For additional help or if an error message appears, double-check your login details and SSL settings.

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Conclusion

SABnzbd on macOS provides a simple way to connect to UsenetServer with secure SSL settings. By following this guide, you’ll have access to high article retention across Usenet groups with flexible automation options.