DIYMediaServer

Turn an Old Computer Into a Media Server Part 2 Adding a Storage Drive and Setting Up SMB Shares

How to Add a Storage Drive and Set Up SMB Shares on Your Media Server

By KryptikWurm

- Jan 17, 2025 - 7 min read

With Ubuntu Server installed and ready to go, your old PC has been transformed into a dedicated server, ready to take on its next task: hosting your very own Jellyfin media library. Before we get to Jellyfin, the next step is to add storage drives and set up an SMB share. This will allow you to access your server’s media storage directly from a Windows or other Linux computer, which is essential for tasks like ripping Blu-rays and DVDs using software on a separate machine.

Master the Basics - How Proper Organization Helps Jellyfin Automatically Fetch Metadata and Display Content Correctly

Get Your Media Library in Shape: Why File Organization is Key for Jellyfin

By KryptikWurm

- Jan 12, 2025 - 3 min read

When setting up your home media server with Jellyfin, organizing your files and folders isn’t just about keeping things tidy. It’s crucial for Jellyfin to correctly fetch metadata and display your content the way you want. Metadata includes all the details that enhance your media library, like movie posters, episode summaries, cast information, and ratings. If your files aren’t well-organized, Jellyfin might struggle to match them with the correct metadata, leading to blank thumbnails or incorrect details.

Master the Basics - How to Use Fdisk to Create Partitions Format Them and Add a Mount Point

A Step-by-Step Guide to Partitioning, Formatting, and Mounting Drives in Linux Using fdisk and fstab

By KryptikWurm

- Jan 12, 2025 - 5 min read

Setting up storage on Linux can be intimidating, especially when you’re dealing with tools like fdisk and fstab. But it’s not as complicated as it seems. By the end of this guide, you’ll know how to use fdisk to create partitions, format them, and set them up to automatically mount at boot using fstab. Let’s get started!

Master the Basics - How to SSH Into a Linux Server

Master Remote Access to Your Linux Server

By KryptikWurm

- Jan 12, 2025 - 4 min read

Do you need to keep a monitor and keyboard connected to your server? Nope. SSH lets you access your server’s command prompt directly from your Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. You’ve probably heard about SSH in tech forums or tutorials—it's a powerful tool that allows you to control your server from anywhere on your local network.

Turn an Old Computer Into a Media Server Part 1 Hardware and Installing Linux

The Best Way to Start Without Breaking the Bank.

By KryptikWurm

- Jan 10, 2025 - 7 min read

Do you have an old computer collecting dust in the closet—the one you kept around thinking it might be useful someday? Well, today is the day it finally gets its moment to shine. Instead of dropping hundreds (or even thousands) on brand-new hardware, you can turn that old machine into a fully functional media server. It’s a great way to explore the world of home media servers without spending a lot of money.

Stop Winging It - Use Obsidian to Master Your Server and Network Notes

Don’t Repeat My Mistake—Start Organizing Your Server and Network Notes Today

By KryptikWurm

- Jan 4, 2025 - 5 min read

Ever feel like the more you dive into self-hosting and home labs, the more overwhelming it gets? Managing Proxmox, Docker, Jellyfin, and the ARR suite can get complicated fast, and it’s all too easy for crucial details to slip through the cracks. That’s where Obsidian comes in. Think of it as your personal command center for all the notes, ideas, and guides you need to keep this complex hobby organized.