How to Set Up Plex Media Server on Windows

Windows: Find the Plex icon in the Windows System Tray at the lower right of the screen. Right click the icon and choose Open Plex… OS X: Locate the Plex icon (>) in your Mac's top Menu bar or right-click the Server icon in the dock and choose Open Plex… The default browser will open and load Plex Web App.

1. How do I start Plex media server as a Windows service?
2. How do I set up plex on Windows 10?
3. How do I use Plex as a media server?
4. What do you need for a Plex server?
5. How do I set up a Plex server?
6. Will Plex run on Windows Server 2019?
7. Is Plex illegal?
8. How do I watch plex on my PC?
9. How do I install Plex on my PC?
10. What is the best server for Plex?
11. Why can't plex find my media?
12. What devices can run Plex Media Server?

How do I start Plex media server as a Windows service?

To start Plex from AlwaysUp choose Application > Start "Plex Media Server".
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If you do need to interact with Plex — to add media or change settings — you should:

1. Stop Plex in AlwaysUp.
2. Start Plex normally on your desktop. ...
3. Make your changes.
4. Exit Plex.
5. Restart Plex under AlwaysUp, to resume 24x7 operation.

How do I set up plex on Windows 10?

Below is the step-by-step procedure to install the Plex Media Server on Windows:

1. Open the downloaded setup file for Plex Media Server.
2. Click Install, and click Yes if you get a UAC prompt.
3. Please wait till you see “Setup Successful” message and then click Launch.

How do I use Plex as a media server?

1. Digitise your media collection. Plex streams media from your PC or NAS device , so you need to have the digital files on your PC. ...
2. Download Plex Media Server. ...
3. Sign up for a Plex account. ...
4. Open up the Plex Server. ...
5. Organise your media. ...
6. Add your media. ...
7. Play your media through the Web Player. ...
8. Stream your media to other devices.

What do you need for a Plex server?

Plex Media Server Requirements

1. Windows.
2. OS X / macOS.
3. Linux.
4. NVIDIA SHIELD.
5. Netgear Nighthawk X10 router.
6. Many popular NAS devices such as Drobo, Netgear, Synology, and more.

How do I set up a Plex server?

How to Set Up a Plex Server

1. Pick the Hardware You Want to Run On. ...
2. Install the Plex Media. ...
3. Set Up Your Libraries. ...
4. Install a Plex App on Your Favorite Devices. ...
5. Expert's Guide to Managing Your Plex Server.

Will Plex run on Windows Server 2019?

This guide will run through the entire process of setting up a working Plex Media Server in Windows. We will be using Windows 2019 Standard. By default Plex runs in the profile of a logged in user. We will configure the running of Plex as a Windows service later on.

Is Plex illegal?

Is Plex illegal? Plex is completely legal to download and use. But as with most software tools, it can be used for illegal purposes, too. To ensure that you always remain within the law, you should only stream media that you have the rights to.

How do I watch plex on my PC?

On the Same Local Network

To open the Plex Web App from a different device than the server computer while still on the same network: Open a browser window. Type http://server.local.ip.address:32400/web into the address bar (e.g “http://192.168.1.5:32400/web”) The browser will connect to the server and load Plex Web App.

How do I install Plex on my PC?

On a Mac or Windows PC, you can launch the Plex Web App as follows:

1. Windows: Find the Plex icon in the Windows System Tray at the lower right of the screen. ...
2. OS X: Locate the Plex icon (>) in your Mac's top Menu bar or right-click the Server icon in the dock and choose Open Plex…

What is the best server for Plex?

• The Best NAS for Plex Overall – Synology DS920+
• Best Plex NAS for Most Users – Nvidia Shield TV Pro 2019.
• Best NAS for Plex 4K – QNAP TVS-1282T3.
• Best Budget 4K NAS for Plex – QNAP TSx53D.
• Best DIY Plex Server Build – Dell PowerEdge T40.
• Best Budget Plex NAS – Synology DiskStation DS220+

Why can't plex find my media?

Ensure that Plex Media Server is actually actively running. Verify that your Server is listed on your Devices page. Disable any VPN on your computer or router. ... Make sure you aren't requiring secure connections on the server while using an app that doesn't support them (see below)

What devices can run Plex Media Server?

Plex Media Server is supported on computers running all the major operating systems as well as NAS devices:

• Windows.
• macOS.
• Linux.
• NVIDIA SHIELD.
• Netgear Nighthawk X10 router.
• Many popular NAS devices such as QNAP, Synology, Netgear, Drobo, and more.