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Need Roon Advice.

Hello,

I'm new to Roon and have found their forum difficult to navigate. It's challenging to get a simple answer. On top of that, I'm not a computer wiz. I assume many of you use Roon and I hope you can help me.

I plan on using a separate PC just for Roon. I use Qobuz and have downloaded the required software. So far, I like it but I have an awful lot to learn.

When one is finished listening, how do you log off? I can disconnect but it's cumbersome to start all over when you decide to listen again. Maybe you just do not log off? Just stay connected. Regarding Roon ARC, it looks like you must leave your computer on and connected to use it. 

Thanks for your expertise! 

lovehifi22

Showing 1 response by erik_squires

erik_squires
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I don’t like ARC due to possible security issues. Last thing I need is a third party opening up a port in my firewall they leave open to goodness knows what. I know my IoT devices do the same but they aren’t running a full OS capable of anything.

In terms of logging in/out your Roon server stays on 24/7. You really only login once to validate your credentials. For this reason it’s good to do some research and get the lowest wattage mini/micro PC you can. Sometimes this is an old laptop running Linux.

In addition to Windows, Roon server runs under MacOS, or Linux but not under Linux/ARM. Also recommend you connect it via Ethernet, as all audio streams in and out will flow through the server.

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