# Migrate from Mac to Linux?

**URL:** <https://forums.plex.tv/t/migrate-from-mac-to-linux/799714>\
**Category:** Plex Media Server\
**Tags:** server-mac, server-linux-arm\
**Created:** [July 5, 2022, 11:11pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/migrate-from-mac-to-linux/799714 "2022-07-05T23:11:06Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 5, 2022, 11:24pm UTC](https://forums.plex.tv/t/migrate-from-mac-to-linux/799714/2 "2022-07-05T23:24:46Z")

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If you follow the proper procedures, the media paths will not be a major problem – even if they’re changing during the migration.

> [@Linux Tips](https://forums.plex.tv/t/linux-tips/276247/23):
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> Migration from another OS to Linux Cross OS migration is a multi-level process. Copy the PMS databases and metadata Update all the media locations to point to their new locations. Prerequisites - On the originating host Settings - Server - Library Turn off: Scan my library automatically Run a partial scan when changes are detected Include music libraries in automatic scans Scan library periodically Empty trash automatically after every scan Stop Plex ZIP up the “Plex Media Server”…

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