Do I need to install PLEX Server for this device to Connect then Share or will the DNLA simply Find the SHARE and connect?
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I didn't install plex and it found my dlna server... But it was pretty bad in general with the dlna.
1125483
I'm not sure what a PLEX server is. But if you are connecting it to the internet with WiFi it will search for an active network. Otherwise you will need a direct connection to access the internet. I found the installation process not to be very user friendly. Also once installed it can be tempermental connecting to the internet. But multiple attempts and sometimes disconnecting power cord will eventually get it to find the internet. Hope that helps.
1125484
I am afraid that is all Greek to me. It found my modem and I put in the password to the modem and that was it.
365191
there was an answer in the thread of this product: DiskStation can serve as a DLNA compliant Digital Media Server (DMS) with the package Media Server installed, allowing you to stream media content to your devices.
1784264
Plex works flawlessly. I never stream more then one video at a time, but with dual link gigabit should be no problem to do so.
656862
Yes it can with an app to allow you to connect to DLNA streaming devices (such as this Synology box), your only concern will be the amount of bandwidth to provide a quality stream.
1050199
I tried to use my NAS as a Plex server. Despite there being an NAS version of Plex that I could install, the process in the ReadyNAS was not powerful enough to do any transcoding. As long as the media I played didn't require transcoding, I could stream to my devices. If Plex wanted or needed to transcode it, then I was out of luck. (Not xbmc, I know, but it may help someone else in the future when setting up their media server and player)
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It's not a question of whether DLNA is or is not simplistic. It's a question of whether it works when people use this device, and specifically when people use it with the native capabilities of whatever is hosting or storing the media. Saying what's better sidesteps the issue. It would be better for me to ignore the WD and use a powerful desktop computer attached to my TV instead. Unless you factor in cost. In that case, it's better not to need to find any dedicated server program or anything else that's not included for free.
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Dennis, assuming you have a DLNA/UPnP server on your network and you want to use the GS8 to play media from that server, just like you can with a PS3, then yes, use the Media House app; you will need to install an external media player like aVia. I think ES File Explorer will also work. If your DLNA server is Playon, then these apps do not work, but there is a specific Playon app in the Google Play store.
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Yes, you can connect a USB drive directly or access your files on the network. I have downloaded Plex Media Player from the Google Play store, and I love it. It catalogs all media, download poster and art if available on the Internet automatically. Google TV comes with media player but I like Plex and Avia players from play store.
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Not surthinke if xfta router works with nfusion hd I only used noi and was told that you can use goofather. XX client works great with a pc. I used noi and it is fairly easy to setup.
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Yes you can and you don't even need WMC. The HDHomeRun PRIME is DLNA certified so you can stream to any DNLA compliant device (i.e. a tablet, android phone, ipad, iphone, smart device, etc..)
991058
I do exactly this with a Synology NAS. There are a few caveats with the library but I can watch or listen to my library on 2 Apple TVs and audio with some Airport Expresses. Should work the same with this.
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I have the WDTV in addition to a DLNA media server installed on my D-LINK NAS. I can access all my media wirelessly throughout the house from my PS3 and computers, but my real interest was in watching MKVs, which is not supported by a whole lot of devices. The WDTV is one of the few devices so far that can, so I'm stuck with having 2 devices. The USB port on the NAS is for printer sharing. It is not a data port for reading files from the drive, so my guess is networked hard drives will not work.My wishlist, in order of priority:1) Sony to release a firmware to play .mkv's.2) WD to release a version of this device that is networked so I can read files off my NAS. I have the WDTV in addition to a DLNA media server installed on my D-LINK NAS. I can access all my media wirelessly throughout the house from my PS3 and computers, but my real interest was in watching MKVs, which is not supported by a whole lot of devices. The WDTV is one of the few devices so far that can, so I'm stuck with having 2 devices. The USB port on the NAS is for printer sharing. It is not a data port for reading files from the drive, so my guess is networked hard drives will not work.My wishlist, in order of priority:1) Sony to release a firmware to... » Read More I have the WDTV in addition to a DLNA media server installed on my D-LINK NAS. I can access all my media wirelessly throughout the house from my PS3 and computers, but my real interest was in watching MKVs, which is not supported by a whole lot of devices. The WDTV is one of the few devices so far that can, so I'm stuck with having 2 devices. The USB port on the NAS is for printer sharing. It is not a data port for reading files from the drive, so my guess is networked hard drives will not work.My wishlist, in order of priority:1) Sony to release a firmware to play .mkv's.2) WD to release a version of this device that is networked so I can read files off my NAS. « Show Less
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I believe it will require an adapter that allows you to do so. Other wise you will need an Ethernet cable to connect to the online apps and other network servers for media.
695903
Yes, a Plex client is available and works very well. Go to the bottom of the app screen and choose categories, then video... its visible when scrolling to the right. Plex will sync and self configure with your online account using plex.tv/pin to register this device. I recommend a wired connection when using Plex - I can't tell what speed the wireless NIC is on this TV, but it still stutters now and then when connected to a WirelessAC access point. Wired Ethernet is working fine without hiccups in video using Plex.
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I suspect the answer is it depends on what you mean when you say "connect" - I have mine directly connected to a Mac Mini, however I also have it shared out on my home network so all of the clients on my network (to include non-MACs) are "connected" to my LaCie drive. Hope that helps.
709190
I don't know of any functionality other than the sharing/server functionality. I think they both do the same thing.
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Yes, it definitely will connect via USB 3. I am not sure what Mr. Hurd is referring too. There is no "requirement" for it to be connected to the Internet. Mine.is connected via CAT 5 to my internal network and is not accessible outside of that network. My personal opinion is, this is one of the best NAS solutions you could get.