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+--- Thread: Should I have a separate library for 4K movies? (/t-should-i-have-a-separate-library-for-4k-movies)
Should I have a separate library for 4K movies? - Lylat1an - 2025-05-14
I recall reading in the past that 4K movies are better off in a separate library on their own SSD.
Is that still the case, or can I mix them in on my current Library SSD as suggested in "Movies" documentation?
RE: Should I have a separate library for 4K movies? - bitmap - 2025-05-15
Depends on your users. If you have remote users streaming remuxes, I would put them in a separate library. That goes for clients that require transcoding too, as that can get out of hand quickly. So, in general, a separate library is the safest bet. The caveat: if it's just you and/or your household and you have ample transcoding and tonemapping abilities on your server, go wild.