Build your own media server using Raspberry Pi 4 and an external SSD. Stream live TV and movies with Plex using the Chromium web browser, or install any other network drive / streaming software to run on this all-in-one lunchbox sized Pi-based server.
Use an SSD to store all of your media and get blazing fast read and write speeds using a SATA to USB 3.0 cable.
Build a PC tower inspired 3D printed case. Secure the Pi and extra accessories such as a 1.9in TFT display, 5V fan, 2x buttons and a power switch with an LED.
Side panels attach to the frame making this a modular design for easy access. The case features a handle with a print-in-place hinge for transport.
Use the 1.9in color TFT screen to display your media servers IP address, CPU temperature or memory/disk usage using CircuitPython libraries for Raspberry Pi OS.
Also play looping GIF images on the display and cycle through them using the built-in buttons.
Learn guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pi-ssd-media-server/
Raspberry Pi 4 https://www.adafruit.com/product/4295
1.9in TFT Display https://www.adafruit.com/product/5394
Pimoroni Nano HAT https://www.adafruit.com/product/3577
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