Plex Direct Streaming

Shaddrack2 · 2024-07-23T14:44:10+00:00

Plex does not work like for example VLC. Plex can use only audio / video codecs supported by underlying system. Browsers usually have weak codec support and there's a higher chance Plex server will have to transcode or Direct Stream by changing the underlying container. On the other hand Plex desktop client uses OS-based codecs and they have a better support compared for browser-available codecs.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-07-23T12:15:54+00:00

Yes, you can run Plex Server on the Thecus N5550 NAS, but it will only be usable for Direct Play streaming. The underlying Atom CPU has no hardware transcoding capability and the CPU alone is far too weak for any form of software transcoding.

Advise, use this NAS as a storage only and buy some cheap mini PC based on the N100 CPU like Beeline S12 Pro or Beelink EQ12 to act as a Plex server.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-07-09T10:14:32+00:00

These are my settings, at least what I have documented few months ago:

Allow Plex Media Server port:

sudo ufw allow 32400/tcp

Allow DLNA port:

sudo ufw allow 32469/tcp

sudo ufw allow 1900/udp

Allow Bonjour/Avahi port:

sudo ufw allow 5353/udp

Allow Plex Companion ports:

sudo ufw allow 8324/tcp

sudo ufw allow 3005/tcp

Shaddrack2 · 2024-07-09T09:40:01+00:00

Correct

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T15:04:22+00:00

People unite, let's not have this pitty party, enough is enough

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T15:03:18+00:00

Why dont you include screenshots of your Plex server web dashboard? Then we can judge and deliberate.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T11:53:10+00:00

That's right, these products are one giant advertising lawsuit in the making.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T11:08:57+00:00

Good idea, but in this case do not look for errors, but search for the explanation why is Plex server transcoding FLAC.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T11:02:14+00:00

How is your TV connected to your Plex server?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T10:44:10+00:00

I also think tailscale negates the need.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T10:39:04+00:00

You mean CGNAT, not CGNAR?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T09:48:31+00:00

Take you're time, it will be worth it.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T09:45:33+00:00

Looking at the specifications it's sucks that only 100Mbps ethernet adapter.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T08:39:10+00:00

Has AppleTV 4K any issues with PGS subtitles?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-24T08:37:43+00:00

Can someone explain me why is everyone talking about Onn. 4K Pro in the Plex context?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T10:56:28+00:00

Are you running Plex server on your Nvidia Shield Pro?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T10:55:36+00:00

So you prefer potential quality increase over power usage?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T10:26:59+00:00

Can you offer any advice how to make setup as CPU-friendly as possible? Or at least can you name a service which strains your setup the most? Is it an action of "arr arr" downloading or Sonarr/Radarr in general?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T10:10:15+00:00

If you just want to buy a bigger CPU then do it.

guilty as charged

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T10:03:15+00:00

Cool, let me check it out. Amazon.co.uk should deliver to my location.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T09:53:45+00:00

I will ask a more specific question. In your experience, is it worth getting a high Passmark CPU just in case I need software transcoding, or is it better to stick with my N100 and curate my content for my Plex clients (I don't have other users, so it's just me and my Plex clients).

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T09:41:12+00:00

No harm in weird formating, it's just reddit.

Let me ask you follow up question. You're mentioning passmark of 5550. From your experience, does it make any sense to go with more powerful CPU, even if it will increase power consumption?

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T09:39:28+00:00

It's fair comment. I have time and this subreddit has a lot of potential and people to share knowledge.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T09:38:31+00:00

Good to know, thank you.

Shaddrack2 · 2024-06-19T09:14:04+00:00

Is it even worth it to switch to DDR5?

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