Update Plex Media Server on Ubuntu 14.04 with Docker for a Conflict-Free Home Server Setup

As the popularity of Docker continues to grow, many users are discovering its benefits in managing their home servers. One such benefit is the ability to containerize various processes, ensuring that your applications and services don't conflict with each other. In this article, we'll explore how to update Plex Media Server on Ubuntu 14.04 using Docker for a seamless and efficient home server setup.

For those unfamiliar, Docker provides a lightweight and portable way to deploy applications by packaging them in containers. Containers are isolated from one another, allowing you to run multiple services simultaneously without worrying about compatibility issues. This approach has revolutionized the way we manage our servers, making it easier to maintain and update individual components without affecting other parts of the system.

In my setup, I've opted for a four-container configuration using Docker files from Tim Haak. These configurations enable me to containerize SABnzbd+ and Plex Media Server, ensuring that these applications run independently and without interference.

To get started with updating your Plex Media Server on Ubuntu 14.04, you'll need to ensure that your system is running the latest version of Docker. You can do this by installing the required packages using the following command:

sudo apt-get update

sudo apt-get install docker.io

Once installed, start the Docker service and enable it to run automatically during boot:

sudo systemctl start docker

sudo systemctl enable docker

Next, pull the Plex Media Server image from the official Docker registry:

docker pull plexinc/pms-docker

After the download is complete, you can launch the container using the following command:

docker run -d --name plexmediaserver \

-v /path/to/media:/data \

-v /path/to/config:/config \

-p 32400:32400 \

plexinc/pms-docker

Replace '/path/to/media' and '/path/to/config' with the actual directories where your media files and Plex configuration reside, respectively.

With your Plex Media Server container running, you can now access it by navigating to http://your-server-ip:32400/web/index.html in your web browser. From here, you can configure your Plex server as desired.

In conclusion, updating your Plex Media Server on Ubuntu 14.04 with Docker provides a flexible and efficient way to manage your home server setup. By containerizing your applications and services, you can ensure that they run independently and without interference, allowing for a smoother and more enjoyable entertainment experience.

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