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How to Stream with Plex Media Server

How to Stream with Plex Media Server

How to Store and Stream Movies with Plex

  1. Install the app. Head to the official Plex website and download the version you want. ...
  2. Run the program and start your Plex account. ...
  3. Add your libraries. ...
  4. Identify your servers and enable remote access. ...
  5. Install your channels. ...
  6. Go to your next device. ...
  7. Customize!

  1. How do I stream Plex server?
  2. How do I use Plex Media Server?
  3. Is streaming from Plex illegal?
  4. How do I stream from PC to Plex?
  5. How much RAM do I need for Plex server?
  6. What devices can run Plex Media Server?
  7. How much does Plex Media Server cost?
  8. What is the best server for Plex?

How do I stream Plex server?

From the left menu, select the plus sign (+) to open the Add Your Media to Plex page. Select Get Plex Media Server, and the Downloads page opens. On the Plex Media Server tab, choose your platform and select Download. This is where you store the digital media files you'll stream with Plex.

How do I use Plex Media Server?

Accessing Plex Media Server via the Plex Web App

  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…
  3. The default browser will open and load Plex Web App.

Is streaming from 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 stream from PC to Plex?

First, click on the Plex Players icon at the top right of the Web app and click Cast… or click the cast browser extension. You'll see the Google Cast extension window open with a list of the detected Chromecast compatible devices that are available. Select the Chromecast.

How much RAM do I need for Plex server?

In general, Plex Media Server doesn't require large amounts of RAM. 2GB of RAM is typically more than sufficient and some installs (particularly Linux-based installs) can often happily run with even less.

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:

How much does Plex Media Server cost?

More advanced users should consider a premium Plex Pass account instead, which costs either $4.99 per month, $39.99 per year, or $119.99 for a lifetime subscription. A Plex Pass includes everything in the free account, plus a host of other usability features.

What is the best server for Plex?

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