PLEX MEDIA SERVER ON HOME ASSISTANT (with Network Storage Configuration)

Welcome to our comprehensive tutorial on how to install and configure the Plex Media Server on Home Assistant. This video will guide you through each step of the process, ensuring you have a smooth and successful installation. In this video, we’ll cover: **Introduction to Plex Media Server:** We’ll start by explaining what Plex Media Server is and why it’s a great addition to your smart home setup. **Installation of Plex Add-On:** We’ll guide you through the process of installing the Plex Add-On in Home Assistant, ensuring you understand each step. **Adding Network Storage:** Next, we’ll show you how to add network storage within Home Assistant, a crucial step for managing your media files. **Linking Media Libraries:** We’ll demonstrate how to link your media libraries into Home Assistant, making your media easily accessible. **Installing the Plex Integration:** We’ll walk you through the process of installing the Plex Integration in Home Assistant, allowing you to control your media server directly from your dashboard. **Adding Sensors to Dashboard:** We’ll show you how to add the resultant sensors from the Plex Integration to your Home Assistant dashboard. **Testing the Installation:** We’ll test the installation to ensure everything is working as expected. Automation Possibilities: We’ll discuss the potential uses for this integration through various automations, giving you ideas for how to make the most of your new setup. **Final Thoughts:** Finally, we’ll round up with our conclusions on the Plex Media Server integration and whether we think it’s worth implementing in your smart home. Whether you’re a seasoned smart home enthusiast or just getting started, this video has something for everyone. Join us as we explore the exciting possibilities of integrating Plex Media Server with Home Assistant! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more helpful Home Assistant guides! #homeassistant #categories #labels #floors #april2024 ___📢 Don't Miss Out 📢 ___ 👍 Like this video if you found it helpful! 👍 📩 Subscribe for more smart home content – https://tinyurl.com/5n8h5dft 🚀 🎮 Join us on Discord - https://discord.gg/zEB633Dv 🎮 🔔 Hit the bell icon so you never miss an update! 🔔 ___💙 Want to support the channel 💙 ___ ➡️ Become a Member for exclusive perks & early access! 🔥 🙏 Become a channel member - https://tinyurl.com/y7z464jv 🙏 ____ ☕ Buy Me A Coffee! ☕ ___ PayPal Donation - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=AHZFTRKKUCU2W Buy Me A Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/4sy69eds ___ 🕒📩 Timestamp 🕒📩 ___ 00:00 - Introduction 00:44 - What is Plex Media Server 02:29 - Add-On Installation 04:43 - Configuration of Plex Media Server 06:02 - Adding Home Assistant Network Storage 10:02 - Adding Additional Media Libraries in Plex 11:25 - Plex Integration Installation and Configuration 13:17 - Adding Sensors and Configuration to Dashboard 13:56 - Testing Plex Media Server 14:36 - Roundup ___ 👋 Handy Dandy Information 👋 ___ Plex - https://www.plex.tv/ Plex Pass - https://rebrand.ly/k80iedf Plex Claim Code - https://www.plex.tv/claim/ Plex Media Server Integration Documentation - https://rebrand.ly/9ccbk7p Plex Integration - https://rebrand.ly/jcfg93f Plex Scanners - https://rebrand.ly/fno4o9o Home Assistant Installation - https://rebrand.ly/lltxkxb JellyFin - https://jellyfin.org/ ___ 🔗 Affiliate Links 🔗 ___ NordVPN (Get 72% off NordVPN + a Saily eSIM data gift) - https://go.nordvpn.net/SH8jJ **Sonoff discount**, SMARTHOMEAUS, has now been increased to 15% on ALL products!! ZB Dongle-E - https://tinyurl.com/2zmy2j8v Zigbee Bridge Ultra - https://tinyurl.com/44vxcanw ZBMicro - https://tinyurl.com/2s4fwv5c Smart Water Value - https://tinyurl.com/ymzvpsxa SNZB-01P - Zigbee Wireless Switch - https://tinyurl.com/tx5rb8sh SNZB-02P - Zigbee Temp and Humidity Sensor - https://tinyurl.com/5a5kybk7 SNZB-02D - Zigbee Temp and Humidity Display - https://tinyurl.com/2s3nejxe SNZB-03P - PIR Motion Sensor - https://tinyurl.com/33yue4kz SNZB-04P - Door Contact Sensor - https://tinyurl.com/nhfrdjb2 SNZB-05P - Leak Detector - https://tinyurl.com/2mh2zumd SNZB-06P - Zigbee Human Presence Sensor - https://tinyurl.com/38hjw7xd Bridges / Coordinators and Dongles Sonoff iHOST Bridge - https://tinyurl.com/b95h2ruk Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle P Plus - https://tinyurl.com/yupe4446 NSPanel Pro - https://tinyurl.com/3stjjpv9 NSPanel Pro 120 - https://tinyurl.com/29kmf54u Sonoff iHOST Bridge - https://tinyurl.com/b95h2ruk Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle P Plus - https://tinyurl.com/yupe4446 ZHA Supported devices - https://rebrand.ly/tyai3u7 Zigbee 2 MQTT Supported devices - https://rebrand.ly/10cvb2z Install Zigbee2MQTT in 10 Minutes - https://youtu.be/sfsZF0R0HtE **SwitchBot Lineup** International - https://bit.ly/3FFtBcr (includes 30% OFF for all products for a limited time) The site receives a small commission if you order from any of the links above. This does not cost you anything and is paid by the supplier.