Remote-access Guide

plex when i leave the remote access tab it closes

by Colby Heller Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Why can’t I enable remote access on my Plex server?

If a particular runway (port) is closed, it can’t accept any incoming traffic. If you want to enable remote access on Plex, a specific port needs to be opened on your router to allow the traffic to flow correctly. Most people will not run into issues trying to enable Remote Access with their Plex Media Server.

How do I open Plex Media Server in the registry?

Open up the Registry Editor by typing “regedit” in the Start Menu search box and run the application. Inside the registry, navigate to Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Plex, Inc.\Plex Media Server in the left-hand tree as seen below. Locate the following four entries:

What happens if I remove Plex tokens from my server?

Removing them will force your Plex server to populate them again the next time you attempt to log into your server from your browser. On macOS, the same tokens are located inside the com.plexapp.plexmediaserver.plist file, which you’ll find in the ~/Library/Preferences/ directory.

How do I remove plexonlinehome from my account?

PlexOnlineHome (Only some users will have this—if you are not using the Plex Home managed users feature, then you will not have this entry.) Right-click on each of these entries and select “Delete”.

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Why do I keep losing remote access on Plex?

Open Plex Web App and make sure you're signed in to your Plex account on the server under Settings > Server > General. Go to Settings > Server > Remote Access. If needed, toggle the Show Advanced button to ensure the appropriate options are visible. Enable the Manually specify public port checkbox.

Do I have to leave my computer on for Plex?

Yes. In general, for your Plex Apps to be able to access your content, they have to be able to connect with your Plex Media Server. That means that the computer or device with your Server needs to be powered on and that the Server needs to be running.

How do I make sure Plex is always running?

To start Plex from AlwaysUp choose Application > Start "Plex Media Server". In a few seconds, the state should change to "Running". If you do need to interact with Plex — to add media or change settings — you should: Stop Plex in AlwaysUp.

Does Plex work away from home?

Enable access to your Plex Media Server from outside your local network so that you can reach it when away from home or for sharing content with family or close, personal friends. You can do this under Settings > Server > Remote Access in Plex Web App.

Will Plex work if PC is asleep?

Plex server wont work if computer goes to sleep : r/PleX.

What is Plex away mode?

The “Away Mode” in Windows is intended “to provide a 'user not present' state to the machine so you can walk away, know that your recording is going to happen (or not be interrupted) while not badgering the user with a screen, audio, etc.”.

What is the best device to use as a Plex server?

The Nvidia Shield TV is the best Plex media server for most users. It's not necessarily the most powerful, but it's certainly the easiest to set up and the most versatile. Whereas most Plex network-attached storage devices are traditional servers or NAS boxes, the Shield TV Pro 2019 is a streaming device.

Is Plex the best media server?

1. Plex: Best Choice OverallBest choice for your media library categorization, sharing & streaming.Allows you to access your digital media collection from anywhere you want.Supports 43+ languages with subtitles.Works on the server-client model; you can create a server on PC and access it from your mobile easily.More items...•

How much does it cost to run a Plex server?

How much does a Plex server cost? Plex is free to download and use. Plex Pass is a subscriber program ($4.99 per month, $39.99 per year, or $119.99 for a lifetime subscription) that offers exclusive Plex server features to members like offline Plex library viewing and live TV DVR support.

Is it safe to open port for Plex?

Yes, port forwarding Plex is safe. Just make sure your internet connection is secured with AES 256-bit encryption for optimal online privacy and security.

Is it safe to expose Plex to the Internet?

Since Plex isn't providing any general access to your server on that port (like a login) it's generally considered safe.

How do I access Plex without port forwarding?

Click on the “CIDR Address” box, choose a Label name for the Resource, enter the private IP address of Plex (it's listed under Plex Settings > Remote Access and is likely 10. x.x.x or 192.168. x.x ), choose 32400 for the Port Restriction, and click “Add Resource”. Congrats!

Can you run Plex off a laptop?

Plex Media Server can run on Windows, Mac, or Linux computers—some people use their every-day computer, others have a dedicated computer. It can also be installed on a compatible network attached storage (NAS) device. Generally, Plex works just fine on most modern computers.

What is always up?

What is AlwaysUp? AlwaysUp is an advanced Service Wrapper that runs any executable, batch file, or shortcut as a Windows Service, starting it at boot and monitoring it constantly to ensure 100% uptime. AlwaysUp will automatically restart your application if it crashes, hangs, or uses too much memory.

Does Plex still work?

Yes! Plex apps are available for nearly every major device and platform, including: Windows.

What is Plex cloud?

Plex Cloud, launched in fall 2016, was meant to serve as a way for Plex customers to save their files to online storage services like OneDrive, Dropbox and Google Drive, instead of having to host their saved files locally on their own machines or network-attached storage devices.

HowTo: Automated Youtube Downloads

after spending some time to get everything done I want to share with you how I managed to download Youtube videos and add them to plex automatically. There are some guides out there, but for me none of them was working 100%.

dizqueTV 1.4.2

dizqueTV is a service that allows you to create fake TV channels out of the contents of your plex library. These channels can then be played in iptv players, in Plex's "live TV" or even directly in media players.

Dear Plex Devs,

For the love of god, Original remote video quality should be set as default on all non-mobile devices.

spikes2020

Edit: I solved it by turning on UPnP...... but it now cuts out after 30 second to 1 min unless i am watching a video then it seems to last longer... is there a time out thing i need to disable and how?

mfwade

I at one time had the same issue. Found multiple instances on other forums that stated it was a bug. Even when it was red, it still worked.

spikes2020

I at one time had the same issue. Found multiple instances on other forums that stated it was a bug. Even when it was red, it still worked.

mfwade

By chance, do you have geolocation filtering on? If so, allow Ireland through. Plex remote/proxy servers are located there and for whatever reason it needs to be able to communicate with them.

spikes2020

By chance, do you have geolocation filtering on? If so, allow Ireland through. Plex remote/proxy servers are located there and for whatever reason it needs to be able to communicate with them.

spikes2020

By chance, do you have geolocation filtering on? If so, allow Ireland through. Plex remote/proxy servers are located there and for whatever reason it needs to be able to communicate with them.

mfwade

Just following up on this thread. Were you able to get your issue sorted out? Turn off GEOIP FILTERING and see if the problem persisits. I had similar issues even though I was allowing US and Irelend.

Spoonsy1480

You have to do this on the Plex web page settings/remote access you may need to keep trying until it finally goes green Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

InForced

You have to do this on the Plex web page settings/remote access you may need to keep trying until it finally goes green Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Zonediver

Is your router configured for Plex? Maybe not - Port 32400 must be forwarded in your Router/Firewall to your Plex-Server.

InForced

Is your router configured for Plex? Maybe not - Port 32400 must be forwarded in your Router/Firewall to your Plex-Server.

Zonediver

Tried changing it around nothing worked i went from 32400 to 34444 and 40444. I think i set it up right on router side.

InForced

What is IP 10.0.0.4? Your unRAID-Server? Protocol you need is TCP - you dont need UDP.

InForced

I been trying for a while it stays green but when I go on phone using data it says no remote access.

Windows: Delete the Appropriate Registry Entries

Open up the Registry Editor by typing “regedit” in the Start Menu search box and run the application. Inside the registry, navigate to Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Plex, Inc.\Plex Media Server in the left-hand tree as seen below.

macOS: Edit the Plist File

On macOS, the same tokens are located inside the com.plexapp.plexmediaserver.plist file, which you’ll find in the ~/Library/Preferences/ directory. The fastest way to edit the file is to open FInder, click Go > Go to Folder in the menu bar, and paste ~/Library/Preferences/ into the box that appears.

Linux: Edit the Preferences.xml File

In Linux, you just need to make a little edit to a text-based configuration file—in this case, Plex’s Preferences.xml .

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