If you're anything like me, you've collected a zillion media files over the years. Music, Photos, Movies, even entire series of TV shows. Yes, you can store them on your computer and watch them when you get the chance, but what if you want to watch them from your iPhone or tablet? What if you want to watch them when you aren't home, or even in the same city? What if you just want to hear podcasts or watch web shows? The Plex Media Server can solve all those problems for you. It serves up music, videos, photos, podcasts, and even more importantly, it's reliable, it looks great, has a bunch of built-in features that makes browsing your huge collection a load of fun. Oh, and the software is completely free. On the other hand, one of the disadvantages of Plex is that it works best when loaded onto a dedicated computer that is on and available non-stop, all the time, 24/7. One reliable and inexpensive solution to this issue is to run your Plex Media Server from a Raspberry Pi computer, the tiny little computer that'll set you back less than $55 for everything you need. This book explains how to set up a Raspberry Pi for use as a Plex Server. We'll look at hardware options, downloading and installing the operating system and Plex software, how to configure your hard drives, folders, and files, how to get files into the Pi from other places in the house, and how to access everything, from anywhere. It's all you need to know, and only what you need to know! Contents: 1. Introducing Plex and the Pi 2. Required Hardware 3. Setting up the Hardware 4. Setting Up the Plex Media Server Software 5. Importing media 6. Configuring the Plex Media Server 7. Backing up Your SD Card 8. Backing Up Your Hard Drive(s) 9. Using the Plex Media Server 10. Conclusion

Unleash the full potential of your Raspberry Pi and take control of your digital universe with "DIY Raspberry Pi NAS"! Whether you're a tech enthusiast, maker, or beginner curious about network-attached storage (NAS), this comprehensive guide is your gateway to mastering DIY personal cloud storage. Dive into step-by-step instructions, practical tips, and real-world examples to transform your Raspberry Pi into a powerful, custom NAS solution. **Discover the Freedom of Personal Cloud Storage** In Chapter 1, you'll uncover the myriad benefits of having your own cloud storage. Learn how it offers privacy, control, and accessibility that commercial solutions can't match. Understand why the versatile Raspberry Pi is the perfect platform for your NAS project. **Master the Fundamentals of NAS Technology** Chapter 2 breaks down NAS technology, comparing commercial and DIY solutions, and explaining essential NAS features. Gain the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your setup. **Everything You Need to Get Started** Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 walk you through choosing the right Raspberry Pi model, setting it up, and installing the ideal operating system. With clear, concise instructions, you'll breeze through the initial configurations. **Configure, Secure, and Expand Your NAS** From network configuration and file sharing (Chapters 5 and 6) to data redundancy and security (Chapters 7 and 8), you'll learn practical techniques for a robust and secure NAS system. Master the art of remote access, port forwarding, and dynamic DNS in Chapter 9 to access your data anywhere in the world. **Beyond Basics Media Servers, Backups, and More** Dive into advanced capabilities with Chapters 10 to 13. Set up a media server, establish automated backups, and expand your storage seamlessly. Optimize and monitor your NAS for peak performance with hands-on advice. **Real-World Applications and Troubleshooting** Cap off your journey with real-world case studies and practical applications in Chapter 15. Navigate and resolve common issues with troubleshooting tips in Chapter 14, ensuring your NAS runs smoothly. Empower yourself with "DIY Raspberry Pi NAS" and embrace the power, flexibility, and security of personal cloud storage. Your digital world, your rules. Transform your Raspberry Pi today!

What if, instead of simply plugging an external or internal hard drive into your working computer, you could have a file server located somewhere in your home or office? One that offers access to files for any device on the premises, taking into account security settings that you can set up? This is the function of a NAS, or "Network Attached Storage" device. This file server does nothing except act as a go-between between the network and the hard drives. The Raspberry Pi, a super-inexpensive, low-power consumption, tiny computer, is just perfect for handling this task. The software we will be installing to make this happen is called Openmediavault, or OMV for short. It's an open source project that is heavily developed and still getting new features regularly. OMV is the NAS software, but it all runs on the Linux operating system, which means it's stable and very reliable. Not to mention all this software is completely free of charge. This book explains how to set up a Raspberry Pi for use as a NAS Server. We'll look at hardware options, downloading and installing the operating system and Openmediavault software, how to configure your hard drives (either with a single hard drive or as a dual-drive RAID system), folders, and files, how to get files into the Pi from other places in the house, and how to access everything from other devices on the network using secure user accounts. It's all you need to know, and only what you need to know!

Learn how to create your own custom media server with a Raspberry Pi and OSMC, an open-source media center "built for the people, by the people."

Transform your Raspberry Pi into a multi-purpose web server that supports your entire multimedia world with this practical and accessible tutorial! About This Book Host websites, games, and even stream HD videos with the impressive power of Raspberry Pi 2 Get to grips with embedded programming by turning your Pi into the cloud server that can be used to power Internet of Things projects Make the Raspberry Pi 2 the center of your latest tech experiments and discover how it can manage and host resources Who This Book Is For Seeking inspiration for some new tech projects? Want to get more from your Raspberry Pi? This book has been created especially for you! What You Will Learn Host your Raspberry Pi as a web server using the minimum power resources Connect your Pi to the Internet and perform network benchmarking Explore the cross-platform features of the Pi as you run Python, Node.JS, ASP.NET, and PHP all in one place Share files over the Internet using your Pi as a file server Turn your Pi into a game server, host and engage into playing Enjoy live HD video streaming and exclusive real-time text overlays In Detail There's no end to what you can do with a Raspberry Pi – it makes a huge range of tech projects possible. This book shows you how to transform it into a multipurpose web server, able to store and manage resources that lets you build some truly innovative and impressive computing creations. You'll learn how to use your Raspberry Pi 2 to host a website using a range of different languages, host a game server, store files, and run everything from a media center to a cloud network. If you want to take control of your technological world, start building your own server and find out what's possible with the Raspberry Pi microcomputer. Begin by getting your Pi set up – follow each step as the book shows you how to prepare a network and configure the additional features that you'll need to build your projects. Once you've done this you'll dig a little deeper and set up your pi as a file server, making sure it's built for speed using a range of different tools, including Python, Node.js and ASP.NET. Following this the book shows you how to extend your server to allow you to host games, and stream live HD video before customizing it even further to create a fully-fledged media center. It doesn't stop there however – the book then dives into the exciting world of the Internet of Things (IoT). You'll learn how to install Windows IoT onto your Raspberry Pi, the operating system that's driving embedded software projects all around the world. Once you've done this you'll be ready to explore IoT further, as the book shows you how to use your device to host a cloud network that can form the basis of a wider IoT project. Style and approach Packed with plenty of practical examples that walk you through a number of Raspberry Pi projects, this book is an accessible journey into embedded computing and Internet of Things.

Have you ever sat and looked at your Raspberry board and wondered what you could do with it? Did you know that you can use it for more than just a board that is going to be able to throw out a hot spot and give you extra storage space? In this book, you are going to learn exactly what you can do with your Raspberry Pi 3 board and how awesome this device truly is! In essence, the Raspberry Pi board is just a small computer in the palm of your hand. The Raspberry Pi 3 board is an advanced piece of technology, and you should use it as such! Technology is advancing every day, and with the Raspberry Pi 3 board, you are going to be able to be part of that process, because you will be able to create things that no one else would have ever thought to build. No one has your mind, and no one is going to think about the projects that you are going to be able to think of. "If you know something, share it" used to say a friend of mine and for this reason, this book was created! In this guide, we are going to cover step by step what you need to know to create awesome projects, such as: Building a Classic Game Emulator Building a NAS with Raspberry Pi 3 Building Your Own Streaming Program with Raspberry Pi 3 Building a Minecraft Server with Your Raspberry Pi 3 Board Creating a Media Player with RasPlex and Your Raspberry Pi 3 Personal Assistants with Raspberry Pi 3 Building a Laptop with Raspberry Pi 3 You can start from the easier projects and work your way up to more complicated ideas. Really, the only limits are in your mind. Are you ready to discover some of the coolest projects Raspberry Pi 3 has to offer you?

The most popular use of Raspberry Pi is for custom media servers. All you need is a Pi that has access to your entertainment system and a copy of OSMC, an open-source media center "built for the people, by the people." In these tutorials, Brad Wheeler shows how to download, install, and configure OSMC to run on Raspberry Pi and set it up to play content from local and remote sources, as well as third-party services like YouTube. He also shows how to control your media server using a USB keyboard, the Chorus web UI, or an infrared (IR) remote and an IR sensor connected to your Raspberry Pi's GPIO. Note: These instructions work with the Raspberry Pi 1, 2, and 3 models. OSMC does not support Netflix, Hulu, or HBO Go.