Emby: Your Personal Media Server
What is Emby?
Emby is a media server platform designed to help you manage and stream your personal media library across various devices. It enables users to organize their collections of movies, TV shows, music, and photos, while providing a user-friendly interface to access this content anytime, anywhere. Emby is highly versatile, supporting multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, and NAS devices.
Features
- Live TV: With a compatible tuner, Emby lets you stream live television channels and even pause or record shows.
- Parental Controls: Emby provides robust parental controls, allowing parents to restrict content based on ratings and set time limits for usage.
- Media Transcoding: Emby automatically transcodes media files on the fly to ensure optimal playback quality on any device.
- User Profiles: Create multiple user profiles to customize content access for each family member, complete with personalized recommendations.
- Remote Access: Access your media library from anywhere in the world via the Emby app, making it easy to stream your content on the go.
- Multiple Device Support: Emby is compatible with a wide variety of devices, including Smart TVs, mobile devices, game consoles, and web browsers.
System Requirements
To install and run Emby, your server should meet the following minimum requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 10 (64-bit), macOS, or a compatible Linux distribution
- Processor: Dual-core CPU (2.4 GHz or higher)
- RAM: 4 GB or more
- Storage: At least 1 GB of free space for software installation; additional space for media files required
- Network: At least 1 Gbps local network connection for optimal streaming performance
Installation Guide
Follow these steps to install Emby on your server:
- Download the latest version of Emby Server from the official website.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
- Open the Emby Server dashboard in your web browser to configure your libraries and settings.
- Add your media folders and organize the content according to your preferences.
- Install the Emby app on your devices to start streaming!
Support
Emby offers a comprehensive support system for its users:
- Community Forums: Engage with fellow users, ask questions, and share tips on the Emby Community Forums.
- Documentation: Access detailed guides and troubleshooting articles in the Emby Documentation Center.
- Premium Support: For advanced issues, you can opt for premium support services provided by Emby.