HI Y'all! (That's how we type down here in the south, LOL!)
I currently have PMS running VERY well on a full time dedicated desktop with a huge (800+ movies)
I have the client on my iPhone, iPad Mini, and a Samsung Tablet.
My movies get cast to my Chrome Cast for viewing. Audio is handled by either the TV's onboard speakers or a huge sound system.
I think I want to set up a Raspberry Pi 3 as my new server. Looks like a fun opp to try Linux and so forth...
Questions:
1.) Can I copy my current libraries from the desktop and use them on the Pi?
I ask because, I think a new install would mark all movies as "UnWatched" right?
I would not enjoy going in and individually marking them as watched.
If this is possible, is the PMS directory the same as the desktop (running WIN 10)?
2.) I think I would like to set the new server up in some sort of disguise enclosure box, like an older Nintendo, Xbox, or CD drive package so it fits in well with my media rack/cabinet... Do you have any images of your setup that can be shared for my inspiration? Or do you have other COOL ideas for a package enclosure?
3.) Do you know if the manufacture of the Raspberry Pi has plans on updating the hardware for USB 3.0 anytime soon? While not too important, the transfer speeds may become an issue while adding to the library...
Thank You all so much for being here in this way fun world!!!
Thx, Dan'l