Once all libraries are listed, click Next, then Done to complete.If a library type you want isn't initially set up, click Add Library, select the type, name it, click Next, click Add Folder, select the folder containing the media, click Add, then Add Library.Manage the libraries to match the content you want to view, such as 'Movie,' 'TV Show,' and 'Music.'.

The Basic Setup will ask you to set some essential details about the server, including giving it a memorable name and if you want to 'access my media outside my home.' Enter these, then click Next.It will first ask you to authenticate your Plex account. Plex will open a new browser tab on the first run and start its Basic Setup Wizard.If you haven't moved it to the Applications folder, it will offer to move itself for you. Extract the archive, and place Plex Media Server in your Applications folder. Plex Media Player 3.0 Windows and Mac preview /t/plex. Download Plex Media Server to your Mac.Create a free Plex account via the Plex website, as it will be required for managing your Plex Media Server and for streaming. Kodi (previously known as XBMC) is an excellent free open source media center that calls itself a High Definition Hub for all kinds of media.

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