How to Set Up NZBGet on Mac
Follow this guide to set up NZBGet on your Mac and connect to Eweka's high-quality Usenet service. NZBGet is a lightweight, efficient newsreader that runs well on macOS and integrates easily with your preferred Indexer.
Step 1: Install NZBGet
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Visit the NZBGet official website and download the macOS version.
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Open the
.dmg
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Launch NZBGet. You may need to approve it in your Mac's security settings under System Preferences > Security & Privacy.
Step 2: Access the NZBGet Web Interface
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Open your browser and go to
http://localhost:6789
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When prompted, log in with:
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Username: nzbget
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Password: admin
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Step 3: Configure Eweka Server Settings
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From the NZBGet Web interface, click on Settings.
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Under the News-Servers section, locate Server1 and modify it:
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Name: Eweka
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Host: news.eweka.nl
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Port: 563 (for SSL)
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Username: Your Eweka username
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Password: Your Eweka password
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Encryption: Yes (SSL)
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Connections: 8–12 is typically sufficient
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Retention: Use Eweka’s full article retention for optimal results
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Scroll down and click Save all changes.
Step 4: Restart NZBGet
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In the NZBGet Web interface, go to System > Reload NZBGet and click the Reload button to apply your settings.
Step 5: Connect an NZB Indexer
To search for articles on Usenet, connect NZBGet with an Indexer of your choice.