Pre-installation requirements
Before beginning the installation of Jellyfin on your Windows system, it is important to ensure that your system meets the following minimum requirements:
- You need to be running Windows 7 or higher to install jellyfin.
- You also need to have .NET Core Runtime 3.1 installed on your system.
It is worth mentioning that if you are missing any requirements, don't worry. During the installation process, the installer will tell you what is missing and give you instructions on how to install it.
Download and install Jellyfin
The first step to install Jellyfin is to download the installer from the Jellyfin official website. Once the file has downloaded, you must double-click it to begin the installation process. Follow the instructions on the screen to install Jellyfin on your system.
After installation, Jellyfin should be ready to use. However, to make sure everything is working as it should, it is a good idea to reboot your system before you start using the software.
Jellyfin Initial Setup
Jellyfin's initial setup is just as simple. The first step is to configure your server. This includes choosing a name and password for your server, as well as checking the boxes for features you want to enable.
Next, you must configure your media library. This is where you will tell Jellyfin where to look for your media files. You can add as many folders as you want and each one can have different settings.
Library Administration
Once you've set up your library, you'll be able to manage your files from the library management page. Here, you can add, delete and edit the files in your library. You can also organize your files into different collections and add metadata to your files to make it easier to find and organize.
Jellyfin on devices and browsers
Finally, don't forget that you can access your media library from almost any device with an internet browser. Simply visit your server's IP address followed by :8096, and enter your login details to access your content.
In addition, Jellyfin also offers dedicated applications for Android, iOS devices and televisions with Android TV or Fire TV system. These apps allow you to access your media library even more conveniently.
Installing and configuring Jellyfin is a relatively simple process that can give you complete control over your media content. Customizing and organizing your library is also very easy, and the ability to access it from any device is incredibly convenient. In short, if you are looking for a complete multimedia solution, Jellyfin should be your top choice.
