🚀 In this video, I show you step-by-step how to install Ubuntu 24.04 LTS on a custom-built server, install Plex Media Server, and set it up from start to finish!
Perfect for beginners, homelab enthusiasts, and anyone looking to build their own Plex powerhouse.
💻 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
How to prepare your boot drive for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
BIOS/UEFI settings for server installs
Step-by-step Ubuntu installation (no confusing terminal steps needed)
How to install Plex Media Server on Ubuntu 24.04
How to access the Plex web dashboard
How to add libraries and Plex setup
Tips for hardware acceleration, storage setup, and best practices
How to manage your Plex server after installation
🛠️ Hardware Used in This Video:
Custom rackmount server
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Plex Media Server (latest release)
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Rosewill RSV-R4200U 4U Server Chassis - https://amzn.to/48WhuHd
iFixit tool kit - https://amzn.to/4rC7R7T
📺 Why This Video Helps:
Whether you're building a home media server, a Plex NAS, or a full homelab Plex system, this video walks you through EVERYTHING you need to go from blank hardware → fully working Plex setup.
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