How content delivery works on Emby
Technical process of media content delivery
When you select a movie or series for viewing, our platform activates a well-established process that ensures efficient content delivery. This process involves multiple components working together to provide you with an optimal viewing experience.
System architecture and data flow
The platform uses an architecture that separates the application server from storage systems. The main server, which hosts the Emby application, manages all user interactions and processes playback requests.
Media content is stored on specialized storage servers, which are designed to handle large volumes of data and provide fast access to content. The connection between the main server and these storage systems is achieved through Rclone, a specialized solution for cloud file management.
Step-by-step delivery process
When you initiate movie playback, the main server identifies the exact location of the content on the storage servers. Using Rclone, the main server establishes a secure connection with the storage systems and accesses the requested media file.
The system uses an intelligent streaming approach, transferring content in successive segments. This allows playback to start while the rest of the content continues to transfer in the background. Each segment received is processed and temporarily stored in the server's cache, facilitating quick access for future requests.
As you watch, the main server continues to retrieve the next segments from storage and deliver them to your device, maintaining a continuous and quality viewing experience.
What affects playback speed
Your internet connection is key
If you have fast internet (over 60 Mbps):
- Movies start playing almost instantly
- You don't have loading problems or interruptions
- The experience is perfect
If you have medium internet (20-50 Mbps):
- It may take a few seconds before the movie starts
- Sometimes may have small loading pauses
- Generally works well
If you have slow or unstable internet (under 20 Mbps):
- Loading takes longer
- You may have frequent pauses
- Quality may automatically decrease
How to improve your experience
Choose the right connection:
- Wi-Fi 5 GHz/6 GHz - best for movies
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz - works well if you're close to the router
- Ethernet Cable - most stable connection
Practical tips:
- Make sure you have good Wi-Fi signal
- Don't use unstable mobile connections for movies
- Close other applications consuming internet
Why sometimes it loads longer
Even though we've optimized the system to be as efficient as possible, sometimes loading can take longer due to:
- Your internet speed - if it's slow, it will load slower
- Connection stability - fluctuating connections cause problems
- Distance from router - weak signal slows everything down
- Number of connected devices - when many use internet at the same time
How we made the system more efficient
We worked to make the entire process as fast as possible:
- Temporary memory - we keep pieces of popular movies ready for playback
- Smart transfer - we send only what you need, not the entire movie at once
- Constant monitoring - we monitor how the system works and continuously improve it
If you have a good and stable internet connection, you should have a pleasant viewing experience. If you encounter problems, first check your internet connection - that's often where difficulties come from.