# Help getting Plexconnect to work on Nas4free
**URL:** https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907
**Category:** Apps & Creations
**Created:** [September 16, 2013, 6:12pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907 "2013-09-16T18:12:05Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [September 16, 2013, 6:12pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/1 "2013-09-16T18:12:05Z")
Howto install PlexConnect, Assumed you installed PMS this way [http://www.forums.nas4free.org/viewtopic.php?f=79&t=4971](http://www.forums.nas4free.org/viewtopic.php?f=79&t=4971)
Enter the previously created jail for the PMS server. (Replace 1 with your Jail ID)
```
jexec 1 csh
```
Install git and download PlexConnect
```
pkg_add -r git
git clone https://github.com/iBaa/PlexConnect.git
cd PlexConnect/
git pull
```
Installing Pyton27, Nano(Text editor) and Bash
```
pkg_add -v -r python27
pkg_add -v -r bash
pkg_add -v -r nano
```
And exit the jail and copy a previosly made cert. file to correct folder in Jail. [https://langui.sh/2013/08/27/appletv-ssl-plexconnect/](https://langui.sh/2013/08/27/appletv-ssl-plexconnect/)
```
EXIT
cp /mnt/PATH_TO/trailers.pem /mnt/PATH_TO/Jail/plex/PlexConnect/assets/certificates/
```
```
​jexec 1 csh
cd PlexConnect/
```
Start PlexConnect so it creates Settings.cfg
```
./PlexConnect.py
```
When it started Exit using CTRL + C
```
nano Settings.cfg
```
Change the 2 lines below
```
ip_pms = 10.0.0.30 # This one you have to change to your Jail IP address
enable_plexgdm = False # This one you have to change from True to False
```
To start PlexConnect
> bash /PlexConnect/PlexConnect\_daemon.bash start
To verifiy its running you can replace start with status.
EDIT: as of 12. Feb 2015 I couldn't sign into Myplex causing me to loose movie previews/covers and all other art. The reason was discovered here by [SaschaPlex](https://forums.plex.tv/user/314273-saschaplex/), [here](https://forums.plex.tv/topic/134854-freenas-myplex-does-not-log-in/).
To fix it run:
```
ln -sf /usr/local/etc/ssl/cert.pem /etc/ssl/cert.pem
```
Next steps is to make PlexConnect start on boot. Made possible by [traxinv](https://forums.plex.tv/user/175416-traxinv/), go the original guide "[Make PlexConnect start with the os](https://forums.plex.tv/topic/80919-help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/page-2#entry574662)" and follow instruction there.
> **Make PlexConnect start with the OS:**
>
> - Okay. I am not a linux Guru and I am writing this as I go along so bear with me.
> - Basically as I understand it (correct me if I am talking crap), if you want something to start at boot time you need to add a script to /etc/rc.d folder,
> - Since each jail runs its "own" little os within the jail you want the startup script to start when the vm is booted.
> ....
> ...
> ..
To Update, enter your jail ( jexec 1 csh ) and do this:
```
cd PlexConnect
git pull
service plexconnect stop
service plexconnect start
```
EDIT: Edited out the part of installing "screen" and using it because PlexConnect now includes a daemon.
EDIT2: Replaced /bin/sh /PlexConnect/PlexConnect\_daemon.bash start with bash /PlexConnect/PlexConnect\_daemon.bash start after update of daemon code.
EDIT3: Included "bash" in the install section.
EDIT4: Included howto update
EDIT5 12.02.2015: Issue with login MyPlex because of SSL verification, added this to the guide.
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### Author:  [@dxd](https://forums.plex.tv/u/dxd)
#### Post date: [September 17, 2013, 2:28pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/2 "2013-09-17T14:28:49Z")
Hi, finally a nice topic Ole Norway, Just as I thought that google is useless :p
Anyway, I'm stuck with installing python27. A lots of 'writing failed' messages during installation. It is probably safe to assume that it didn't install properly.
However, I already have a properly running plex media server and already running some version of python. (I can see that in processes), Since my atv2 is 5.02 (jb + xbmc) and my atv 3 is 5.1.1, I don't think I need to bother (yet) with the certificates and apple-fix.
I'm running the latest embedded version on nas4free. Could 'embedded' be a problem?
Do I need to stop the PMS during installation? Is the folder location important?
damn, I have so many questions :)
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [September 17, 2013, 4:51pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/3 "2013-09-17T16:51:41Z")
I installed python without any issues. You are trying to install it inside Jail right?
This is what Im running:
Version **9.1.0.1 - Sandstorm** (revision 636)
Platform OS FreeBSD 9.1-RELEASE (reldate 901000)
Platform x64- **embedded** on AMD Athlon(tm) II X2 250 Processor
And my jail have all the Official Freebsd Flavor:
FreeBSD-amd64-9.1-RELEASE-base.txz
FreeBSD-amd64-9.1-RELEASE-src.txz
FreeBSD-amd64-9.1-RELEASE-doc.txz
FreeBSD-amd64-9.1-RELEASE-lib32.txz
---
### Author:  [@dxd](https://forums.plex.tv/u/dxd)
#### Post date: [September 18, 2013, 3:51pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/4 "2013-09-18T15:51:21Z")
This time I followed your instructions to the letter. Now everything is installed. But I must create certificates or something. I'll try later today and let you know.
I believe the underlined is the problem.
Thanks again.
root@plex:/ # cd PlexConnect-master/
root@plex:/PlexConnect-master # ./PlexConnect.py
19:51:54 PlexConnect: \*\*\*
19:51:54 PlexConnect: PlexConnect
19:51:54 PlexConnect: Press CTRL-C to shut down.
19:51:54 PlexConnect: \*\*\*
19:51:54 PlexConnect: started: 19:51:54
19:51:54 PlexConnect: IP\_self: 192.168.1.201
19:51:54 DNSServer: started: 19:51:54
19:51:54 DNSServer: \*\*\*
19:51:54 DNSServer: DNSServer: Serving DNS on port 53.
19:51:54 DNSServer: intercept: ['trailers.apple.com', 'atv.plexconnect'] =\> 192. 168.1.201
19:51:54 DNSServer: restrain: ['mesu.apple.com', 'appldnld.apple.com', 'appldnld .apple.com.edgesuite.net'] =\> 127.0.0.1
19:51:54 DNSServer: forward other to higher level DNS: 8.8.8.8
19:51:54 DNSServer: \*\*\*
19:51:54 WebServer: started: 19:51:54
19:51:54 WebServer: \*\*\*
19:51:54 WebServer: WebServer: Serving HTTP on 192.168.1.201 port 80.
19:51:54 WebServer: \*\*\*
19:51:54 XMLConverter: PlexGDM off - PMS from settings: 192.168.1.201:32400
19:51:54 WebServer: started: 19:51:54
19:51:54 WebServer: Failed to access certificate: /PlexConnect-master/./assets/certificates/trailers.pem
19:51:54 PlexConnect: WebServer\_SSL not alive. Shutting down.
19:51:54 PlexConnect: Shutting down.
19:51:55 WebServer: Shutting down.
19:51:59 DNSServer: Shutting down.
19:51:59 PlexConnect: shutdown
root@plex:/PlexConnect-master #
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [September 18, 2013, 4:53pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/5 "2013-09-18T16:53:25Z")
Yepp, you have to create a certificate following the link I provided and then copy it to that folder as described.
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### Author:  [@dxd](https://forums.plex.tv/u/dxd)
#### Post date: [September 18, 2013, 9:37pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/6 "2013-09-18T21:37:47Z")
Success!!! :)
Plexconnect with nas4free with ATV3 works !!!
But I have a problem playing videos with .srt subs. The only device that can play those files from the same server is the android tab.
I can't thank you enough Ole. ;)
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### Author:  [@superjunaid](https://forums.plex.tv/u/superjunaid)
#### Post date: [September 20, 2013, 8:26pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/7 "2013-09-20T20:26:24Z")
Finally just what I've been looking for :)
For the time being I can try the 'screen' command, would love to have it start by-itself but soon enough eh?
The way I installed it was a bit different, created a PlexConnect folder and attached it as a mount on my PMS jail, and then connect to it via SSH, logon to the Jail and then run PlexConnect and it works.
Will try the Screen method and kill terminal on my desktop to see if it keeps running.. don't see why it won't
Thanks again Ole!
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [September 21, 2013, 12:29pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/8 "2013-09-21T12:29:58Z")
> Finally just what I've been looking for :)
>
> For the time being I can try the 'screen' command, would love to have it start by-itself but soon enough eh?
Maybe someone with Nas4free/Freebsd experience can modify this? [Linux install for Plex Connect ](http://forums.plexapp.com/index.php/topic/71220-linux-install-for-plex-connect/?hl=linux)
If you look at step 4 they created a startup script.
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [September 22, 2013, 6:50pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/9 "2013-09-22T18:50:19Z")
I dont have chance to test it out, but people are welcome to try this and see if it works.
In the webgui go to System-\>Advanced-\>Command Scripts
Command: jexec YOUR\_JAIL\_ID screen /PlexConnect-master/PlexConnect.py
Type: PostInit
Try to restart your NAS and check if it survives the reboot.
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### Author:  [@dxd](https://forums.plex.tv/u/dxd)
#### Post date: [September 25, 2013, 9:33pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/10 "2013-09-25T21:33:32Z")
nope, I had to start it manually.
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [October 12, 2013, 10:09am UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/11 "2013-10-12T10:09:02Z")
See first post on howto install.
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### Author:  [@f00b4r](https://forums.plex.tv/u/f00b4r)
#### Post date: [October 12, 2013, 10:37am UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/12 "2013-10-12T10:37:57Z")
Added a link on the PlexConnect wiki to this installation guide thread.
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [October 12, 2013, 10:52am UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/13 "2013-10-12T10:52:23Z")
Thanks, links was wrong but I edited.
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### Author:  [@stuartyboy](https://forums.plex.tv/u/stuartyboy)
#### Post date: [October 23, 2013, 11:31am UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/14 "2013-10-23T11:31:34Z")
> I dont have chance to test it out, but people are welcome to try this and see if it works.
>
> In the webgui go to System-\>Advanced-\>Command Scripts
>
> Command: jexec YOUR\_JAIL\_ID screen /PlexConnect-master/PlexConnect.py
>
> Type: PostInit
>
> Try to restart your NAS and check if it survives the reboot.
I have everything working apart from the startup on reboot my location for the plexconnect is /mnt/WD1ST250GB/Jail/Plex/PlexConnect-master so i tried jexec 1 screen /mnt/WD1ST250GB/Jail/Plex/PlexConnect-master/PlexConnect.py.
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [November 2, 2013, 8:32am UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/15 "2013-11-02T08:32:17Z")
> I have everything working apart from the startup on reboot my location for the plexconnect is /mnt/WD1ST250GB/Jail/Plex/PlexConnect-master so i tried jexec 1 screen /mnt/WD1ST250GB/Jail/Plex/PlexConnect-master/PlexConnect.py.
We dont use screen anymore since Plexconnect now comes with it own start script. Read first post again.
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### Author:  [@adrianwi](https://forums.plex.tv/u/adrianwi)
#### Post date: [November 3, 2013, 10:50am UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/16 "2013-11-03T10:50:06Z")
> Howto install PlexConnect, Assumed you installed PMS this way [http://www.forums.nas4free.org/viewtopic.php?f=79&t=4890](http://www.forums.nas4free.org/viewtopic.php?f=79&t=4890)
>
>
>
> Enter jail (Replace 1 with your Jail ID)
>
> ```
> jexec 1 csh
> ```
>
>
>
> Fetch Plexconnect and unzip
>
> ```
> fetch https://github.com/iBaa/PlexConnect/archive/master.zip
> unzip master.zip
> ```
>
>
>
> Installing Pyton27 and Nano
>
> ```
> pkg_add -v -r python27
> pkg_add -v -r nano
> ```
>
>
>
> And then I copy a previosly made cert. file to correct folder in Jail. [https://langui.sh/2013/08/27/appletv-ssl-plexconnect/](https://langui.sh/2013/08/27/appletv-ssl-plexconnect/)
>
> ```
> EXIT
> cp /mnt/PATH_TO/trailers.pem /mnt/PATH_TO/Jail/plex/PlexConnect-master/assets/certificates/
> jexec 1 csh
> ```
>
>
>
> ```
> cd PlexConnect-master/
> ```
>
>
>
> Start PlexConnect so it creates Settings.cfg
>
> ```
> ./PlexConnect.py
> ```
>
> When it started Exit using CTRL + C
>
>
>
> ```
> nano Settings.cfg
> ```
>
> Change the 2 lines below
>
> ```
> ip_pms = 10.0.0.30 # This one you have to change to your Jail IP address
> enable_plexgdm = False # This one you have to change from True to False
> ```
>
>
>
> To start PlexConnect
>
>
>
> To verifiy its running you can replace start with status.
>
> EDIT: Edited out the part of installing "screen" and using it because PlexConnect now includes a daemon.
That's fantastic!!!
Managed to move PMS from my Mac last week, but still needed it running for PlexConnect. Now have both running in jails on my FreeNAS box!
Thank you
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### Author:  [@TheeGooch](https://forums.plex.tv/u/TheeGooch)
#### Post date: [December 11, 2013, 8:11pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/17 "2013-12-11T20:11:24Z")
If you install PlexConnect in the same jail as Plex plugin, you don't have to edit any settings, just copy the certificates to assets/certificates, install screen, and create an /etc/rc.local file for your jail to start plexconnect boot:
screen -dms PLEXCONN cd /PlexConnect;./PlexConnect.py
This way it will start on boot up and use the '0.0.0.0' IP address listens on all local IP addresses , including the jail's IP.
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### Author:  [@bluefox](https://forums.plex.tv/u/bluefox)
#### Post date: [December 22, 2013, 8:56pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/18 "2013-12-22T20:56:12Z")
is anyone else having trouble with the launch daemon? when i try to start PlexConnect with the daemon i am getting the following:
```
root@PlexConnect:/ # /bin/sh /PlexConnect/PlexConnect_daemon.bash start
/PlexConnect/PlexConnect_daemon.bash: ${BASH_SOURCE[...}: Bad substitution
root@PlexConnect:/ #
```
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### Author:  [@baa](https://forums.plex.tv/u/baa)
#### Post date: [December 22, 2013, 9:34pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/19 "2013-12-22T21:34:50Z")
sh != bash?!?
Could you try bash?
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### Author:  [@oleost](https://forums.plex.tv/u/oleost)
#### Post date: [December 22, 2013, 10:08pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/help-getting-plexconnect-to-work-on-nas4free/42907/20 "2013-12-22T22:08:55Z")
> sh != bash?!?
>
> Could you try bash?
?
Its how I start Plexconnect
```
root@Mediacenter:/PlexConnect # /bin/sh /PlexConnect/PlexConnect_daemon.bash start
Starting PlexConnect ...
```
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