First-run checklist for a dedicated recording computer

For a dedicated desktop recording computer, run CaptureGem in a graphical session and test one recording before leaving it unattended. On Linux x86_64, CaptureGem also supports a separate standalone recorderd setup; use the official standalone Linux guide if you choose that workflow. Its HTTP and proxy ports are unauthenticated, so keep them off untrusted networks.

Before leaving a desktop session running

• Choose the finished-video and temporary folders and confirm both have enough free space.
• Add only supported sites and models you intend to record. With Premium, choose Record Always or Record With Expiry for unattended saved videos, then confirm a known-live model records and finishes. The free version saves up to 5 minutes per recording and doesn’t record automatically.
• Keep the computer awake while the app is monitoring, and plan how you will check the app after system restarts.
• Review recording failures, conversion status, and completed-file playback periodically.
• Back up important finished recordings to a separate location after verifying them. Never delete incomplete source data merely because conversion failed.

Start with a small number of streams and measure the actual network, disk, and processing load before scaling up. See benchmarking and file locations.