How to download Plex

This program comes in a free version and a paid version with additional features. However, the free version shows most of the useful functions. So the first thing we’ll do is download the server. That is the software that will allow us to turn the computer into a multimedia center. Consequently, go to this link and download the Windows version. Once downloaded, just start the installation like any other Windows program.

Setting up the Plex server

After a few minutes the installation of the program will be completed. Then the configuration will begin. Please note that this configuration is done from the web browser. The first step is to establish a user account to access Plesk. Please choose one of the multiple options offered.

Then assign a name for the server. Note that it should be an easy to remember value. Since you will find it on the devices. Also, check the option to make the server discoverable outside the local network.

Now it’s time to organize the media library. The wizard sets the default Music and Photos folders. However, it is possible to add some more libraries. With this in mind, just click on Add Library

A window will immediately pop up where you only have to browse your computer to add the library.

After setting up the libraries, the process is almost complete.

Finally, the wizard shows the categories added to the server. Please finish the server configuration.

After the configuration is completed, the main page of the Plesk server will be displayed.

Download and configuration of the client.

Now it’s time to check that the server is running successfully. To do this, simply download one of the many options offered by Plesk. In this opportunity, we will download the client for Android. However, for other Apps and Devices please visit the download section. The app will immediately start synchronizing with the server.

Conclusion

Finally, we’ve seen how to turn Windows 10 into a media server with Plex. This way it is possible to access the multimedia files of the computer from any compatible device. Of course, keep in mind that the server must be on and connected to the network in order to work. All right, that’s it for now. Before I go, I invite you to see our post about optimizing Windows 10 with Ninja System. See you later!

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In this article, you will learn how to install Plex on CentOS/RHEL 8 (64-bit) server.

Prerequisites

• RHEL or CentOS 8 Server.
• Root Access.
• A static IP address.

Step 1: Add Plex Repository

vi /etc/yum.repos.d/plex.repo

Add below lines in this file.

[Plex]
name=Plex
baseurl=https://downloads.plex.tv/repo/rpm/$basearch/
enabled=1
gpgkey=https://downloads.plex.tv/plex-keys/PlexSign.key
gpgcheck=1

Step 2: Installation on Plex media server

Use below command to install plex:

dnf install plexmediaserver -y

Now enable plex service on boot and start it.

systemctl enable plexmediaserver
systemctl start plexmediaserver

Step 3: Configure Firewalld for Plex

create new firewalld service configuration “plex.xml” for plex using below command.

vi /etc/firewalld/services/plex.xml

Now add below configuration in this file.

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>
<service>
<short>plex</short>
<description>Ports required by Plex.</description>
<port protocol="tcp" port="32400"></port>
<port protocol="tcp" port="32469"></port>
<port protocol="tcp" port="8324"></port>
<port protocol="tcp" port="3005"></port>
<port protocol="udp" port="32414"></port>
<port protocol="udp" port="32413"></port>
<port protocol="udp" port="32412"></port>
<port protocol="udp" port="32410"></port>
<port protocol="udp" port="1900"></port>
<port protocol="udp" port="5353"></port>
</service>

Save changes and exit.

So, add “plex” service in firewalld list and restart the firewall.

firewall-cmd --add-service=plex --permanent
firewall-cmd --reload

Step 4: Access Plex Media Server

Then, you can access your Plex using below link and you will see welcome screen provided in the image below.

http://SERVER-IP:32400/web/

Now complete the registration and you will be redirected to your dashboard.

And that is it. So, enjoy it.

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