Navigate to the folder that you want to add and click 'Add'. This ensures that your files can actually be found in Plex under the categories where they belong and, for example, that there are no series in your movie list.Ĭlick 'Browse for Media folder' to search your VPS for folders with media files. Make sure you accurately choose the library type. Failure to follow these guidelines can adversely affect the operation of your Plex server.Ĭlick 'Add Library' once you have set up your files and folders for Plex.Ĭhoose a library type, give it a name, and choose a language. name conventions) you need to give your files so that Plex can optimally recognize and index them. This manual explains how to organize your folder structure and which names (i.e. If you turn this option off, you can only access Plex from your VPS.īefore you proceed with actually adding your videos, music and / or photos to your Plex server, via FTP for example, it is advisable to read the Plex Media Preparation manual first. Leave 'Allow me to access my media outside my home' checked. Your hostname is entered by default, but if you are going to share your Plex server with others, it is of course more fun to give a more personal name. Click the cross in the top right to close it. Plex will now offer you a premium subscription. Not every browser seems to work equally well with Plex.Īfter logging in, you will see a welcome screen with a brief explanation of how Plex works. Please note: Do you get to see an endless turning circle? In that case, try a different browser. Choose one of the three options to sign up for a Plex account. Now start a browser on your PC / laptop (not on your VPS) and go to the address http:localhost:8888/web. Proceed to step 8, but do not close PowerShell! user with the user name which you use to connect to your VPS.
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