2025-03-09, 06:23 PM
(2025-03-08, 04:04 AM)8r7f Wrote: Does copying /etc/jellyfin and /var/lib/jellyfin to a new computer require that the paths to media folders is the same on the new machine?
Yes. You should ensure that your media paths are setup identically PRIOR to starting your migrated/restored Jellyfin on the new system. Otherwise Jellyfin will notice that the media isn't present and clear out your metadata.
Jellyfin 10.10.7 (Docker)
Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS w/HWE
Intel i3 12100
Intel Arc A380
OS drive - SK Hynix P41 1TB
Storage
4x WD Red Pro 6TB CMR in RAIDZ1
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Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS w/HWE
Intel i3 12100
Intel Arc A380
OS drive - SK Hynix P41 1TB
Storage
4x WD Red Pro 6TB CMR in RAIDZ1