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How to set up a Plex Media Server

 Plex is a media server application that lets you organize, stream, and access your personal media library (movies, TV shows, music, and photos) across multiple devices – anywhere in the world.

 What You’ll Need

  • A computer (Windows/macOS/Linux) or NAS to act as your server
  • Media files: movies, shows, music, etc.
  • Plex account: Sign up at plex.tv
  • (Optional) External hard drives for large libraries
  • (Optional) Static IP or Plex Pass for remote access

 Step 1: Choose Your Server Machine

You can install Plex Media Server on:

  • Desktop/Laptop (Windows/macOS/Linux)
  • NAS (Synology, QNAP, etc.)
  • NVIDIA Shield
  • Docker container
  • Raspberry Pi (for lightweight setups)

Minimum Specs (for HD streaming):

  • Intel i3 or equivalent CPU
  • 4GB RAM
  • Decent internal or external storage

 Step 2: Install Plex Media Server

 Windows/macOS/Linux:

  1. Go to https://www.plex.tv/media-server-downloads/
  2. Choose your OS and download the installer.
  3. Run the installer and follow the prompts.

After installation:

  • Plex will launch in your default browser.
  • It will ask you to sign in or create an account.

 Step 3: Organize Your Media

Plex prefers a specific folder structure:

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/Movies

└── Movie Name (Year)/

└── Movie Name (Year).mp4

/TV Shows

└── Show Name/

└── Season 01/

└── Show Name – S01E01.mp4

/Music

└── Artist Name/

└── Album Name/

└── Track.mp3

Keep filenames clean and use proper naming (e.g., Inception (2010).mp4, Breaking.Bad.S01E01.mkv).

 Step 4: Add Media Libraries in Plex

  1. In the Plex web app, go to Settings > Manage > Libraries
  2. Click Add Library
  3. Choose the type (Movies, TV Shows, Music, Photos)
  4. Browse to the appropriate folder
  5. Plex will scan the files and download metadata (covers, synopsis, cast)

 Step 5: Access Plex From Any Device

Install the Plex app on:

  • iOS/Android phones & tablets
  • Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Android TV)
  • Streaming devices (Roku, Apple TV, Firestick)
  • Consoles (PS/Xbox)
  • Web browser: http://<your-server-ip>:32400/web

Make sure your server is always on, or sleep-disabled, if you want remote access.

 Step 6: Enable Remote Access (Optional)

  1. In Plex settings: Settings > Remote Access
  2. Plex usually auto-configures this via UPnP.
  3. For manual port forwarding, open port 32400 on your router to your server’s local IP.
  4. Use a static IP or Dynamic DNS to avoid losing access when your public IP changes.

 Step 7: Optimize and Fine-Tune

  • Transcoding settings (adjust quality for slow connections or older devices)
  • Library updates (automatic or manual)
  • Users & sharing: add friends/family accounts
  • Plex Pass: unlock features like hardware transcoding, mobile sync, live TV/DVR

 Bonus Tips

  • Enable Hardware Transcoding (especially if you have an Intel Quick Sync or NVIDIA GPU)
  • Backup your Plex database periodically
  • Install plugins (Unofficial AppStore) for more features
  • Use Tautulli to monitor server activity

 Optional: Docker Installation (for power users)

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docker run \

-d \

–name=plex \

-e PUID=1000 \

-e PGID=1000 \

-e TZ=Your_Timezone \

-e VERSION=docker \

-p 32400:32400 \

-v /path/to/plex/config:/config \

-v /path/to/media:/data \

–restart unless-stopped \

lscr.io/linuxserver/plex

Replace paths and timezone as needed.

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Adding emotes to a personal Twitch channel

Adding emotes to Twitch is primarily a feature for Twitch Partners and Affiliates

Key Requirements:

  • Twitch Affiliate or Partner Status:
    • You must be a Twitch Affiliate or Partner to upload custom emotes.   
  • Emote Guidelines:
    • Twitch has specific guidelines for emote dimensions, file format, and content. Adhering to these is crucial for approval.
      • File format: PNG.   
      • Sizes: Twitch requires 3 sizes of each emote: 28×28, 56×56, and 112×112 pixels.   
      • File size: Must be under 1MB.
      • Transparent background: Required.
      • Content: Must comply with Twitch’s Community Guidelines
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PNY CS2150 2TB SSD

The only thing better than a super-fast SSD is a super-fast SSD that doesn’t need a heatsink to maintain its speed. The PNY CS2150 promises just that, using newer controller tech in a svelte package that makes it hard to believe that this level of performance is just a cart-click away.

PNY has been in the memory business for quite a long time, and with SSDs it’s probably best known for offering affordable second-look drives. This means drives that compete with big brand names using the same hardware at usually lower prices. Part of this strategy means having a smaller capacity range, especially with newer SSD hardware, to net sales with the most popular capacities.

Many other companies do this and often with larger ranges — Teamgroup comes to mind — but PNY has enough of a market presence that it doesn’t have to work too hard to compete. Right now, the CS2150 is one of the few options with efficient PCIe 5.0 hardware, and that lets the drive stand out even if it’s otherwise unremarkable and not priced aggressively.

This is a drive not only for those who want the PCIe 5.0 checkbox ticked — though that’s possibly an OEM PC builder’s dream — but by a wider audience who can appreciate the new technology. The drive is incredibly efficient and cool-running with excellent performance almost across the board. It can still hit the right notes in a 4.0 slot and is not limited to desktops as its power consumption and thermal output are both pretty low. Its main weaknesses are pricing and the lack of a 4TB SKU, but it’s positioned perfectly to be an excellent primary drive where you might not need that much space but still want top-tier

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