Plex Thread

My Plex server died after about 9 years
Just built a new pc for Plex, is there anyway i can get my watch history etc back?
I managed to grab the old plex installation directory folder before the SSD died but not sure if it will be of any help

Anyone restored this?

Plex should allow automatic cloud backups for Plex pass subscribers (just watch history etc)
 
Nimz said:
My Plex server died after about 9 years
Just built a new pc for Plex, is there anyway i can get my watch history etc back?
I managed to grab the old plex installation directory folder before the SSD died but not sure if it will be of any help

Anyone restored this?

Plex should allow automatic cloud backups for Plex pass subscribers (just watch history etc)
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The Plex database is kept in the following directory for a Windows install:

C:\Users\[user]\AppData\Local\Plex Media Server

You need a backup of this to restore your data. Note that this EXCLUDES the media files.
 
I have a problem with my LG TV (WEBOS 3). When starting the Plex app, the TV often sits on a black screen and Plex does not start. The TV then needs to be restarted, or the Plex app must be force-stopped. This has been happening since September/October, when the latest layout was released. The developers can't seem to fix the problem.

A few people I know who have LG TVs have the same problem. The issue has been reported, but there's no resolution to the issue and they don't want to roll back to an older version.
 
deesef said:
I have a problem with my LG TV (WEBOS 3). When starting the Plex app, the TV often sits on a black screen and Plex does not start. The TV then needs to be restarted, or the Plex app must be force-stopped. This has been happening since September/October, when the latest layout was released. The developers can't seem to fix the problem.

A few people I know who have LG TVs have the same problem. The issue has been reported, but there's no resolution to the issue and they don't want to roll back to an older version.
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Apple tv 4k fixes it or MI box.
 
I’m going to bet the Tv is simply too old and isn’t receiving updates any more.

Or it is and doesn’t have the power to deal with it.

My 2017 LG is watching Plex right now. How old is this one?
 
I had an old LG TV that wouldnt connect to my plex, had to allow unsecure connections on the plex settings (Preferred not Required)

I think without updates the SSL root certs expire so the TV cannot connect

Heads up!

On September 30th, some older smart TVs (some LG, Vizio, Hisense, and other unsupported TV platforms) will no longer be able to use secure connections to communicate with Plex Media Servers. These devices are no longer supported by their manufacturers, and won't be receiving an update needed to continue making secure connections to a personal server. You're receiving this email because you've recently used a Plex app that may be affected by this change.

If your TV is on the same network as your Media Server, and you haven't made changes to your secure connection settings, this change should have no impact on your experience.

If your smart TV app has trouble connecting to a Media Server after September 30th, please ensure that both the app and the server are set to allow insecure connections: On the TV app, ensure that Settings -> Advanced -> Allow Insecure Connections is set to Always, and on the server, ensure that Settings -> Network -> Secure connections is set to Preferred.

Note that this configuration does allow for the possibility of unencrypted communication (over the internet, when playing remotely) between the TV app and the Media Server, but connections will remain secure for those apps and platforms that support them. To continue to stream securely, we encourage you to consider upgrading your Plex experience with one of several updated and affordable devices, such as Google Chromecast, Roku Express, or Amazon Fire TV Stick.

Thanks, The Plex TeamNote: on some older TV apps the equivalent setting can be found under Settings -> Main -> Allow fallback to insecure connections. This should be set to Always.You have received this email because you're a valued Plex customer. If you no longer wish to receive these extremely cool emails, please unsubscribe.

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Anyone got Plex_Autoscan running?

I'm really struggling with the complicated config file.
 
Tinuva said:
Most of my downloads for plex is 5.1 or better sounds. Coupled with an AVR, setting the center speaker volume much louder than the rest, solves the soft voice sound issue for me. Sounds great too.

Except for the select few shows like top gear which is only available in stereo.
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@Ecco @ISP cash cow hat you are describing happens when you play back a 5.1 stream on a stereo system.

The voices are supposed to come through the centre speaker on a 5.1 system and of course a stereo system does not have one.
 
deesef said:
I have a problem with my LG TV (WEBOS 3). When starting the Plex app, the TV often sits on a black screen and Plex does not start. The TV then needs to be restarted, or the Plex app must be force-stopped. This has been happening since September/October, when the latest layout was released. The developers can't seem to fix the problem.

A few people I know who have LG TVs have the same problem. The issue has been reported, but there's no resolution to the issue and they don't want to roll back to an older version.
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The good news is that the update that was recently released solved the problem. There was some issue with communication between the LG TV and the Plex server. Everything's working fine again

No need to rush out and buy new hardware just because a bug crept into the software...
 
cavedog said:
Anyone got Plex_Autoscan running?

I'm really struggling with the complicated config file.
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Didnt set it up myself but was using it with Cloudbox/Saltbox (Ansible scripts for setting up dockerised plex/sonar etc etc)

You can try check out their configs
 
cavedog said:
No one. @sand_man did you not have an issue also with library scanning on gdrive?
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Yeah. I did. I set it to auto scan every 3 hours or so. If I want it updated sooner I do a manual scan.

Ideally you'd want it to scan when changes to the monitored folders are detected. Not sure if this works so well with a gdrive. Might not treat or see it as a stock hardrive.

Don't recall my exact settings. Let me check them later on today.
 
sand_man said:
Yeah. I did. I set it to auto scan every 3 hours or so. If I want it updated sooner I do a manual scan.

Ideally you'd want it to scan when changes to the monitored folders are detected. Not sure if this works so well with a gdrive. Might not treat or see it as a stock hardrive.

Don't recall my exact settings. Let me check them later on today.
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Exactly why we need to get plex_autoscan or autoscan working.

It's a wehook that gets linked to sonarr or radarr that targets specific file changes and triggers plex to only scan those folders.

With this addon you actually switch plex library scanning off.
 
Interesting news from Plex.

Today, we’re proud to be launching an entirely new section of Plex, focused on discovering, searching, and personalizing movies and TV shows across virtually any streaming service—whether it’s Plex’s own free movies and TV, or your other subscriptions like Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and as many of the various personal media libraries you have access to. As of today, Plex searches, personalizes, and organizes all of your content, no matter where that content lives. Now, when you log in on any of our major platforms, including Roku, Apple TV+, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, iOS and Android mobile devices, smart TVs, game consoles, and the web app, you’ll get a new welcome screen that will invite you to customize your preferences.

Then comes the fun part. A whole new world of daily discoveries will greet you from your home screen. See what’s new and trending from all of your selected services (whether it’s Amazon Prime, Paramount+, Funimation, Hulu, or hundreds of others, all localized to your specific region)—plus personal media libraries that you access—in one streamlined view. Browse curated recommendations, watch trailers for new releases—all from the comfort of your Plex app.

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