How to Set Up GrabIt with Eweka on Windows

This guide explains how to configure GrabIt, a Windows-based newsreader, for use with Eweka. With the correct setup, GrabIt connects securely to Eweka's servers and provides access to all supported newsgroups with full article retention.

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Step 1: Download and Install GrabIt

1. Visit the official GrabIt website: https://www.shemes.com/index.php?p=download

2. Download the latest version of the GrabIt installer

3. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions

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Step 2: Add Eweka as a News Server

1. Open GrabIt.

2. In the left-hand panel, right-click My GrabIt and select Add Server.

3. Enter a name for the server, such as Eweka.

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Step 3: Configure Server Settings

1. In the Server Properties window:

   • Hostname: news.eweka.nl

   • Port: 563

   • Check the box for Server requires a secure connection (SSL)

2. Under Account Details:

   • Enter your Eweka username and password

3. Set the Maximum allowed connections to 50

4. Click OK to save the settings

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Step 4: Import a Newsgroup List

1. Right-click your Eweka server in the left-hand panel

2. Select Refresh grouplist

3. Wait while GrabIt retrieves the newsgroups from the server

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Step 5: Subscribe to Newsgroups

1. Click the server and choose the All groups (Eweka) tab on the right

2. Use the search bar to find specific groups

3. Select the groups you want to access

4. Click the Subscribe button

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Step 6: Access Usenet Articles

1. Click on a subscribed group

2. Select Update group to load available articles

3. Use the built-in search or NZBs from your preferred Indexer

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Notes

• Make sure your Eweka account is active.

• Use SSL (port 563) for encrypted connections.

• Eweka supports the fullest article retention across all groups.