Going around in circles with 'permissions'..Help!

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Which version of Plex Media Server is installed?

Can you access the server settings?

Did you mess with permissions on the /PlexMediaServer shared folder?
If so, do this: FAQ 32: Repairing the PlexMediaServer shared folder

For media permissions, be sure to check the box for “apply to this folder, sub-folders, and files.”
See FAQ 29 - DSM 7 - Give PlexMediaServer access to your media

If all else fails…

  1. Ensure Plex is configured for debug level server logs
    Settings → Server_Name → General + Show Advanced

  2. Enable Settings → Library → Scan my library automatically (adds some info to the log files).

  3. Restart Plex Media

  4. Wait 2 - 3 minutes for Plex to fully start and log things.

  5. Pull server logs and post the entire zip file to the thread.