Spec me an Apple media network

cotton31 · 1 Aug 2011 at 12:12

Hi All,

Currently have a Mac Mini running Front Row connected to my TV, with my iTunes library stored on a Drobo attached via USB. This library is shared to my MBP and any changes in music are copied between them using iTunes sharing settings. I buy most of my music on the MBP, but like to also be able to play it through Front Row on the Mini. I sync my iPhone with my MBP.

I buy all of my media through iTunes, but I'm thinking about a different set up now as I'm moving in to my first house. Also, Front Row isn't available in Lion.

So my question is, how should I have my media set up? I was thinking of using the Mini as a server somehow? I'd like to keep buying through iTunes if possible, but I don't really want to have the Mini and the Drobo attached to the TV, due to space!

Thanks!

Nikumba · 1 Aug 2011 at 12:27

Maybe look at geting the network addon for the Drobo? And then use plex as the replacement for Front Row?

Kimbie

cotton31 · 1 Aug 2011 at 12:55

I was thinking of something like this - I don't think that Plex works with iTunes bought media though does it? Unless theres a way around this?...

Nikumba · 1 Aug 2011 at 13:06

Looks like it might do with the music based on the plex thread here http://forums.plexapp.com/index.php...shows-in-plex/page__hl__itunes__fromsearch__1 but then its free so worth giving it a go before you mess about with your setup

nav... · 3 Aug 2011 at 05:37

If you have purchased legitimate iTunes video content, the AppleTV is your best option.

Plex won't play videos from iTunes because of DRM.