Thank you! I don't use Linux but I will try to map it into a Windows version. It looks very comprehensive and like it covers all the bases I want. Appreciate it.
I've really just needed to know how to start with the basics and grow from there IF I wanted to not because I thought I HAD to which I did. Now you've clarified that it's really not a necessity that is a load off my mind. Yeah, I'm probably gonna segment my videos a little more than usual as so many of my shows are Anime or Toku that have season after season of shows but I get what you are trying to say. Thank you so much for your input!
Hey, thanks for all the info especially which files to backup for Jellyfin in case of data loss. That will save me a big headache. Not using Linux, gonna be Windows for me as that's what my desktop is. Docker is probably a good ways down the road. I need to get Jellyfin just right and add all the plug-ins I might want plus get Sonarr, etc. setup also but thanks for all the information. Appreciate it!
Wow, thanks for the incredible amount of information! I really appreciate it. It seems like everyone does something different and it gets to be a headache trying to find the way easiest for me. Yeah, I get what you're saying about Anime and Toku which is a LOT of what I'm downloading. It's a real pain, believe me. Plus, I DO want to seed as the torrent's themselves are like 1.5Tb (seriously) and I don't have the storage to make a copy of the data and rename. Anyway, again thanks for the input. Wish me luck!
Not using Linux. Window 10. But, thanks, I'll look at the vids and see if they are helpful.
Noob Guide to Understanding Stack Creation
I want to be able to understand how to setup a Jellyfin Media Server stack. I get the general gist of some of the tools and know how to use qBittorent with Express VPN bound to it and barely got a basic Jellyfin server setup and connected to my Smart TV but that's where my knowledge ends.
I've read there is so much more that can be done with the *Arrs, Docker, Jellyfin Plug-Ins and other tools but so many resources I look into are geared towards Linux not Windows so it gets confusing.
I'm looking for references to "Noob" guides for setting EVERYTHING up from square one. Things like how to layout your data effectively, understanding and using Docker for Windows if appropriate, best settings for the programs, essential Jellyfin plug-ins, renaming & scraping data for files, how manually downloaded torrent files are handled, if a stack can handle "ripped" files, etc.
Any helpful guidance would be most appreciated. Thanks kindly!
I don't have all the *arrs setup. I'm lucky to have gotten Jellyfin setup and working correctly. LOL But, I've heard of other people doing some type of *arr backup so if they lose their video, they just go back into the *arrs and do something to get everything downloading again. It's all a bit over my head.
I'm not really worried as much about the cloud right now as just finding some good hardware to store the data on and cloud comes as last step. Many people seem to endorse BackBlaze's yearly PC plan so I guess I need to take a look there.
Yup, that's what I've heard. Don't ever buy more than 1 HDD at the same time from the same place at the same time as you could multiple bad HDDs if there happens to be a "bad batch" so I hear ya' there. Thanks for the input!
Video, mainly. I have a ton of torrented video and video I need to rip and I'm trying to setup the hardware before starting on the all the processing. Yeah, a lot of it I could redownload ore reprocess but much of it has very few seeders and could disappear at any time so I'd like to keep all I can locally plus it takes sooo long to re-rip 100s of BluRays. Ok, I'll take a look at the Personal Computer/Flat Fee option for BackBlaze and see what it's all about. Thanks!
Not familiar with Tailscale but look at Filen. They have an excellent rating on TrustPilot. I don't know why they aren't in the major search engines. Maybe too new a service. Don't know but good luck to you.
Input On Storage Expansion for Torrent Data
My desktop hard drives are maxing out & I'm seeking some type of external storage expansion for my PC which I run a Jellyfin server on. This would be for storing my torrent data and also working towards a 3-2-1 backup solution equivalent to about ~10-20Tbs of storage space, maybe more.
I'm leaning towards an enclosure type of setup with several ~10-12Tbs HDDs in it of which one would be removed after complete backup and stored offsite as part of the 3-2-1 strategy but I'm not sure. I'd need something very simple to work with as I'm not very Hardware-literate.
Also, I am finding it difficult to find a reliable Cloud service, again as part of the 3-2-1 scheme except maybe Filen which seems to have good reviews on TrustPilot
Any positive suggestions on how to store & access large amounts of data safely for a long period of time & appropriate hardware/software to do so would be most appreciated. Thanks!
Thanks Kindly!
Oh definitely. I'm seeking a service that encrypts at the local level before ending sending a byte to the cloud but thank you for the input!
Yes, it's definitely DAS I'm working towards. I've looked at a lot of the Qnap products. I would need one a bit smaller than that due to space constraints but that looks like what I'm going for. I just need to try and get a snapshot of my USB connections to know what connectivity is available. Thank you for the recommendation and input!
Thank you for the input! I've had so many good responses and so many things to think about. I'm sure, like you, I'll probably stumble upon the perfect thing when I least expect it. I've looked at the Red drives too and I'll probably be going with them or the Seagate IronWolf drives. Also, appreciate the input on BackBlaze. A lot of people have recommended that and I've got it bookmarked for future reference.
Wow, what an invaluable piece of information. Yes, this will DEFINITELY help cut through the "drive shopping" Thanks for sharing this information!
This is excellent news! I'm looking forward to viewing my current library on the Smart TV again. I've been watching YouTube vids on Jellyfin setup and it seems pretty straightforward.
I've seen a lot of the Sabrent drive bays on Amazon and wondered if there were any good. They look exactly like what I'm looking for. I've just got to be care of ports and knowing what I have and need. Also, maybe not your level of Raid as I want, at least, one drive for backup to be able to take offsite for storage.
Thank you for you response and input!
Noted and added to my "buzzwords" list. Now I can search smarter. Thank you for the response!
Thank you so much for the kinds words!
I graduated in 1992 with a degree in IT but the field seems to move lightyears every year and I'm like, "come again"? when someone tries to help me with hardware.
I agree, knowing where to start has been the hardest part for me. I thought I needed a NAS but really I just need an enclosure with drives in it and I didn't even know Emby didn't require a WiFi connection just for both server & client to use the same internet connection. Live and learn, right? :)
I know, it's so funny, when it hits you, it hits you like a pile of bricks and you're like OHHHH YEAH! and you NEVER forget it again. Been there and done that.
Again, thank you for the kind words. I tend to be hardest on myself and get frustrated when I just need to ask questions and not be afraid to ask more questions if need be. Best to you!!!
Horders Unite! lol I'd be like you probably if I had what I wanted. I HATE to have to recreate all the hard work I put into my systems and videos. Yeah, I've always heard people saying NO, NO, NO RAID for backup so, I guess, no raid.
My only problem is space. I have everything connected in my room, modem, router, phone, desktop, etc. It was how the house was wired and it's a real mess. I'd have to hang a rank from the ceiling but thank you for the product information and input.
They both use the same Internet source if that's what you mean. That's great news! I'm looking at videos on setup right now. Do you happen to know if Jellyfin is natively available for an LG Smart TV or are there "hoops" to jump through to get it on there? Thanks again!
Wow, now I really feel stupid. I've been sitting here all this time with tons of video on my system thinking I had to have WiFi to access it through Plex, Emby or Jellyfin and now I find out I don't. Like, I said, I'm really not literate when it comes to Hardware. I'm gonna lookup some videos on Jellyfin and see how to use it. I still need to get some more storage but, at least, I can watch what I already have. Any tips, videos, sites, etc. are greatly appreciated. Thanks for the insight!!! 😊
Wow, thanks for all the insight. I've just got to find a good JBOD chassis and then figure out what disk drives to use. I'm really not literate when it comes to RAID. I'd just prefer to use my Sync software to backup to the individual drives and then store one offsite as part of a 3-2-1 plan.
I've heard of BackBlaze and I think I looked into it at one point. I just keep seeing bad reviews on just about all the Cloud services with people saying they can't get access to their data or there is data loss but I will give it a look again.
I appreciate the good wishes and you better believe, I'm a "hoarder". It only took ONCE to lose everything and now I want like 10 complete backups of everything. LMAO. 😜 Best to you!
Offline Data Storage
Ahoy! My internal hdds are at max with all I've been torrenting and I'm considering some type of Docking station for my desktop with several 10Tbs drives in them to allow me to store and backup my data for offline protection.
I was wondering if anyone had done any type of setup like this and if it's a reliable method for offline data storage. I'd also like it to have a RAID capability but I have software which can mirror drives to each other on startup/shutdown, etc. Also, I'd need it to have a USB-type connection for a USB SSD drive to pop-out & connect to my Smart TV for viewing.
An end goal would be to get a 3-2-1 setup but I can't find a reliable Cloud storage I'd trust with that much data except maybe Filen.
Any positive input about brands, drives, services, etc. would be most appreciated!
Thanks!
Is a Seedbox right for me?
I have many Tbs I want to download & don't have the space plus I don't have the $ to invest in large amounts of storage so I've been trying to learn about Seedboxes here and around the net and it seems like it might be a solution to my needs but I have so many questions.
Is a seedbox just for remote torrenting and moving files to and from your computer?
Can you logon to a seedbox and direct download files from a website into the seedbox?
Can you create torrents in the seedbox for posting to torrent sites?
Are seedboxes mainly for keeping ratios up on private trackers or do they also accept open trackers as well?
Do you have to worry about DMCA notices with a seedbox?/Can seedboxes see what you transfer?
Can seedboxes be used with a VPN for optimum privacy or is there even a need?
What are some of the best seedboxes which leave a minimal, trackable footprint & preferably use US currency?
Any helpful guidance would be most appreciated. Thank You!
How To Store, Stream, Backup & Protect?
I'd like input on how some of you store, consume & protect your media. I have a rather limited knowledge of hardware and also limited floor space & plugs in my surge protector. My current PC has 2 2TB internal hard drives and no Wi-Fi Card from when it was rebuilt 2yrs ago.
Basically, I want something I can store a LOT of video (let's say 10T+), stream it to my devices, have some type of backup of the material and protection from power failures.
I've heard many terms like Media Server, NAS, Raid, UPS & services like Sync.com, etc. and have tried sorting through various videos on YouTube but it just confuses me more.
Any positive responses would be most appreciated!
Hardware Acceleration
I've pirated every video converter known to man (UniConverter, WinX, VideoProc, Aiseesoft, Tipard, etc) & even tried open source tools like ffmpeg and handbrake and I can't get hardware acceleration to work unless I just don't understand how it's supposed to work. I have a Radeon (TM) RX 470 graphics card and plenty of processing power.
An example is when I attempt to convert a video to HEVC and don't use acceleration, I can get like 100 FPS and 2-3 mins rendering time but all my CPUs go to over 100%.
However, when I turn on acceleration or use the AMD HEVC Encoder (ffmpeg, handbrake), the FPS rate drops to like 10-15 FPS, the CPUs barely go over 10% and the GPU then jumps to over 100% which is fine but then it tells me it'll take like 20 mins to render a 20 mins tv episode!?!?
This is driving me crazy. Can someone provide some insight on this? I'd be forever grateful. Thanks!
BluRay/UDH Rippers?
Anybody ever found a hacked version of any "supposed BluRay/UHD rippers" like DVDFab, DumboFab or Leawo that actually worked? I really liked Leawo and got a good copy from TorrentGalaxy but when it attempts to read the BluRay and, I guess, get its information, the software returns an error message and freezes up. The only software I've found that'll handle most everything is MakeMKV but the only thing I don't like about MakeMKV is no preview option plus sometimes it coughs a furball on regular DVDs.
One Converter to Do It all?!
This may not be the place but I thought I'd give it a shot.
I need some guidance on video conversion software. I've pirated & tried Aiseesoft Video Converter, Wondershare UniConverter, VideoProc, Winxvideo AI & ffmpeg although I don't do very well with the command line and can't find one solution to do everything I need.
I'm seeking support for multiple file processing, custom profiles (resolution, aspect, etc.), all modern CODECs including HEVC, AV1/Opus, basic video editing, AMD Hardware Acceleration (have a Radeon RX 470 graphics card), hard and soft subtitles, audio normalization & constant rate or target bitrate control modes.
I've only ever found one software that would do all of these things & that was VSO's ConvertXtoVideo. Unfortunately, the company has downsized & only has 1 or 2 programmers and while they claim to be working on an UHD Converter, all they have right now is an Alpha version which, basically, does nothing.
If anyone can steer me in the direction of a free or paid software that will do most of what I'm wanting I'd be very grateful.
Tartube Malware???
Ok so I grabbed the portable version from Sourceforge to pirate a few of my favorite channels from YT and after a few minutes of working, Malwarebytes Pro coughs up a furball and tells me one of the files is infected with a Generic.Ransomeware???
Anyone else ever run across or hear of anything like this? I know false positives are rampant these days but I'd rather not take the chance.
Also, not to sound stupid but is Sourceforge not the original place to get Tartube???
Thanks for any constructive input!
Keygens/Patches/Cracks
Ok, I need some insight before I go back into Torrenting. I need a piece of software from a less than reputable company (Wondershare). Now I know Keygens can be run through Sandboxie or a VM to get the key but how do Patches and Cracks work?
One of TorrentGalaxy's most trusted uploaders & software patchers keeps the software updated and uploaded & includes in the download listing the www.virustotal.com report for the installation files which shows a clean listing; however the Patch shows a listing for multiple AV/Malware software which shows the Patch being a virus. So, how do I use the software if the Patch is "infected". Am I missing something? Thanks!
YouTube Downloading
I'm looking for a free GUI that can download a YouTube channel in a particular language (i.e. Japanese) with it's associated English subtitles preferably in SRT format.
I used 4K Video Downloader which worked fine for the "old" YT even though it was limited and I had to uninstall and reinstall a few times I got exactly what I wanted.
Then Google in all their stupidity decided to put all streams for a single video together so I can't get what I want from 4K without downloading the video and then splitting the stream some way and downloading the Japanese audio to go with it.
Can anyone give me a simpler alternative to what I'm trying to do? I would appreciate any constructive input. Thanks!
Library Rebuild Suggestions
Is HEVC (8-bit)/AAC a good, modern CODEC combination for rebuilding & reducing my library size without compromising quality? Helpful feedback would be appreciated.
HEVC_AMF / 10-Bit HEVC
Will or can the HEVC_AMF encoder support Profile 10 or 10-Bit HEVC? I've installed the full version of ffmpeg into the ffmpeg Batch converter I use but can't seem to get the two things together. I'm a little vauge on terminology but I think I'm asking the correct question. Thanks!
Re-Encode Advice?
After a recent data loss, I'm reconsidering various CODECs before re-encoding my re-pirated "loot". I'm looking to maintain a good balance between quality and file size as my previous files were HUGE. I've read about x264, h264, h265 & vp9 for video and it's between AAC or AC-3 for audio. I'm looking for long-term and broad device compatibility. Also, I'll be using FFBatch front-end for ffmpeg for re-encoding. So, fellow pirates, what are your libraries coded in? Any helpful input would be greatly appreciated.
Qbittorrent Guidance
My last foray into Torrenting was when TWC was taken over by Spectrum and I was using uTorrent like crazy. We had Spectrum ONE week and I got a DMCA letter. This is the type of thing I'm trying to avoid.
Although I've found a lot of information on Qbittorrent, I would like to know from some long-time users what are the minimum things I must set within the client to be safe, discrete but also have a good Download/Upload experience. I am using ExpressVPN.
Thanks so much!
Need Input on Direct Downloads, IDM & VPN
I have read everything I could in the community and just want to make sure I'm clear on a few things and also have a question or two.
Do I understand correctly from the ISP Complaints section that Direct Downloads should not result in a DMCA or problems with your ISP?
Also, if I'm using IDM (Desktop Client & Browser Add-In) with Express VPN to download from streaming sites like KimCartoon, 9anime or a regular site like Internet Archive will the VPN block my ISP from seeing the webpage I'm viewing and the downloads I'm getting with IDM or it's "clip grabber"?
Finally, do I need to set my VPN to a site outside of the 14 eyes countries for safety when downloading in case of a data leak?
Any insight would be greatly appreciated as I've already download quite a bit from Internet Archive without a VPN and am a bit worried. Thanks so much & Great Job to all who put so much work into this site!