WINDOWS SERVER GUIDE

Install, configure and start streaming

Follow these steps on the Windows computer that will store or access your media library.

01

Install the server

Run LiveOrDieBaby_Setup.exe. Choose the installation folder, shortcuts and firewall option. When setup finishes, start the server.

02

Create the administrator

The browser opens the first-run setup page. Create a unique administrator username and a strong password. Store these details securely.

03

Add Movies and TV Shows

Open Settings or Library management, select the correct library type and browse to the folder containing your files. Keep movies and TV shows in separate folders for the best matching.

D:\Media\Movies\Movie Name (2026)\Movie Name (2026).mkv
D:\Media\TV Shows\Series Name\Season 01\Series Name - S01E01.mkv
04

Scan the library

Start a library scan. The progress display shows discovery, processing, the number of items found and completion percentage. You can continue using the server while the background scan runs.

05

Play in the browser

Open Home, Movies or TV Shows, select a title and press Play. Compatible files use direct play; other formats may be transcoded by FFmpeg for the device.

06

Find the Machine ID

Open License in the server menu. Copy the displayed Machine ID and send it with the customer name, email address and purchased licence type to support@liveordiebaby.com.

Machine ID and licensing screen
Windows server installation and usage guide