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How to set up a Plex Media Server

• Data 09/04/2025
• Autor Mihai Retezan
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 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:

pgsql

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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.