Plex Media Player Linux 2016: A Beginner's Guide to Setting Up Your Raspberry Pi 3

In this article, we will walk you through the process of setting up a Plex media player using your Raspberry Pi 3 and RasPlex. With a few simple steps, you can turn your Raspberry Pi 3 into an inexpensive media player that can stream all your favorite movies, TV shows, and music to your TV.

First things first, let's get started with the installation process. Insert the RasPlex Micro SD card into your Linux PC and open the terminal. Once the card is detected, you will see a prompt asking you to choose the model number and version of RasPlex. Select Raspberry Pi 2 from the dropdown menu and version 1.6.2 (or the latest version) from the list.

Next, make sure that the Micro SD card is inserted into your Linux PC and hit the refresh button so it can detect the card. This will open the RasPlex SD card writer utility. Once you have opened the utility, follow the prompts to download the image of RasPlex onto the Micro SD card.

Once the image has been downloaded, remove the Micro SD card from your Linux PC and insert it into your Raspberry Pi 3. Power on the device using a 5V mobile charger and connect it to your TV using an HDMI cable.

You will also need to install a heat sink on the chips to prevent them from overheating while playing HD videos. This is a crucial step, as the chips can get very hot during playback.

Now that you have installed RasPlex onto your Raspberry Pi 3, it's time to configure the device. Open the terminal and type in `sudo chmod +x GetRasplex-debian64.1.0.1.bin` followed by `sudo ./GetRasplex-debian64.1.0.1.bin`. This will execute the RasPlex installer.

Once the installation is complete, you can start using your Raspberry Pi 3 as a Plex media player. You can access all your movies, TV shows, and music from the Plex Media Center interface.

One of the best things about using a Raspberry Pi 3 as a Plex media player is that it's incredibly inexpensive. The cost of the device is around $35, which is much cheaper than other media players on the market. Plus, you can use your existing Plex account (or sign up for a free trial) to access all your content.

In addition to being affordable, using a Raspberry Pi 3 as a Plex media player also gives you more control over your media playback experience. You can customize the interface and add plugins to enhance your viewing experience.

Overall, setting up a Plex media player using your Raspberry Pi 3 and RasPlex is a simple and affordable way to enjoy all your favorite movies, TV shows, and music on your TV. With its user-friendly interface and affordable price tag, it's no wonder that the Raspberry Pi 3 has become a popular choice for media enthusiasts.

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