I can’t access my Plex server from the windows box it is running on (or anywhere else) This normally works fine but I am currently suffering an internet outage and this appears to be the cause. However previously when this has happened I have been able to connect to the server and stream to devices…

Have a look at this thread in the tips & tricks section. [image] [HowTo] Use Plex with No Internet Tips, Tricks & How-Tos I’ve seen far too many posts regarding “can’t connect to Plex with no internet”, and an uprising/outcry always ensues. It eventually settles down, but …

Thanks. I had followed these to get it working when I lost internet previously and as far as I am aware nothing should have changed since. I’ll go through my preferences file and double check though.

I feel really silly but I can’t find the preferences file. I have been through the local app data folder and the media server install location but not found anything. Where does configuration live on windows? Note - previously when I have lost internet I have not lost access to Plex via the web uk …

Most Windows preferences aren’t stored in files but reside inside the Registry. Make sure to stop the PMS before doing any changes to the registry! [image] Advanced, Hidden Server Settings | Plex Support There are a number of advanced, hidden Plex Media Server settings, some of which are…

Thanks again - I hoped registry settings were a thing of the past, although I’d probably say the same about xml files… I checked through the registry and everything was set as expected with AllowedNetworks set to my home network range and secure connections preferred rather than enforced. I restar…

Hmm odd I can now connect to it. I wonder if simply restarting it had an effect :confused: Thanks for the assistance

No access to Plex from Plex server

Plex Media Server

tom80H December 12, 2020, 2:24pm 2

Have a look at this thread in the tips & tricks section.

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No access to Plex from Plex server

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