Plex media server only connecting 'indirect' (not straightforward)

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Solution for Windows Plex server No Direct Connection via LAN Problem

Server Version#:Any Player Version#:Any This addresses the problem of Windows Server users not being able to get a direct connection, but only getting a choice of Indirect Connection to their Windows Server via LAN, and may, possibly pertain to other OSs. You will need to know your Server’s (Windows Computer) IP Address. The procedure is as follows: Open Network and Sharing Center. Click Change Adapter Settings. Double Click your Wi-Fi. Click Properties at bottom left. On Wi-Fi Properties cl…