Remote-access Guide

how to grant remote access to a folder in synology

by Diamond McLaughlin Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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How do I access my Synology shared folder remotely?

Using CyberduckDownload, install, and launch Cyberduck.Click Open Connection.Select WebDAV (HTTPS) from the drop-down menu.Enter the following information: Server: Enter the IP address or the hostname of your Synology NAS. ... Click Connect. Now you should see the shared folders on your Synology NAS appear in Cyberduck.

How do I access my Synology files remotely?

OverviewGo to Control Panel > QuickConnect.Check the Enable QuickConnect box.If you do not have a Synology Account, click Log in to or register a Synology Account. ... Create your own QuickConnect ID in the QuickConnect ID field. ... If you do not see the QuickConnect DSM link, click Advanced and make sure DSM is enabled.More items...

How do I share a folder on Synology?

Files or folders stored on your Synology NAS can be shared quickly and easily. Simply right-click on a file or folder and select Share. This generates a link and QR code, which can be sent to friends or other users.

How do I mount a remote folder in Synology NAS?

Select the desired NFS version and transport protocol. Click Browse to select or create an empty destination folder on your Synology NAS for mounting the remote folder. Tick the Mount automatically on startup checkbox if you want your Synology NAS to mount this remote folder on every system startup or reboot.

How do I remotely access a NAS file?

How to Remotely Connect to Your DeviceStep 1: Enable FTP.Step 2: Enable WebDAV.Step 3: Update User Permissions.Step 5: Use Dynamic DNS to Assign a Web Address to Your Home Network.Step 6: Set Up Your Remote Connection.Step 7: Enter and Save Your Password.More items...•

Why can't I access my Synology NAS remotely?

For Synology NAS. Check if QuickConnect is enabled. For DSM 6.2: Go to Control Panel > QuickConnect and ensure the Enable QuickConnect checkbox is ticked. Afterward, confirm the services you wish to access via QuickConnect are enabled at the Advanced tab.

How do I share a folder on a NAS?

1:273:59How to Add and Share Files on Your Synology NAS - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipClick on the file you want to share or press the ctrl key for windows or the command key for mac toMoreClick on the file you want to share or press the ctrl key for windows or the command key for mac to select multiple files then right click one of the selected. Items or ctrl-click if on a mac.

How do I create a network drive in Synology?

OverviewOpen a Windows Explorer window and go to Computer.Click Map network drive. ... On the Map Network Drive window, choose a drive letter from the Drive drop-down menu.In the Folder field, enter the server name of your Synology NAS and shared folder name preceded and separated by backslashes.More items...

Why does Synology have a home and homes folder?

0:323:56Synology NAS tip - What are the Home and Homes folders for?YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAs our administrators account is simply a user account with elevated access permissions ourMoreAs our administrators account is simply a user account with elevated access permissions our administrators account will also have its own home folder.

What is SMB service Synology?

SMB Service is an easy-to-use file service management tool, allowing you to manage general settings related to the SMB/CIFS file sharing service. Through SMB Service, Windows, macOS, and Linux users can access your Synology NAS from the network once you have enabled the SMB service option in Control Panel.

What is NFS Synology?

NFS service allows Linux clients to access data on this Synology NAS device.

How do I move files from Synology to PC?

Drag and Drop Files/Folders between BrowsersGo to Settings > General > File Station.Tick Enable drag and drop between browsers.Click OK.Open two web browsers of the same kind (e.g., Firefox), and connect them respectively to the source and target Synology NAS.Launch File Station on both Synology NAS.

How do I access my Synology pictures from the Internet?

Enter " http://your_address/photo " in a web browser....Port forwarding rules are often placed under NAT or advanced settings. ... The IP address you need to enter when creating port forwarding rules is the LAN address of your Synology NAS.You can click here to check if your ports work properly.

Where is my Synology NAS on network?

You may find your Synology NAS via either of the following tools: Web Assistant: Enter find.synology.com or synologynas:5000 (synologynas. local:5000 for Mac computers) in the address bar of your web browser. Synology Assistant: Open Synology Assistant desktop utility.

How to unmount a remote folder?

Select the remote folder you want to unmount, and click Tools > Unmount.

Can you mount a folder on a Synology NAS?

You can mount remote folders from remote servers (such as network computers or other Synology NAS devices) to navigate and manage the mounted folders via File Station.

Does Synology NAS mount on startup?

Tick Mount automatically on startup if you want your Synology NAS to mount this remote folder on every system startup or reboot.

Where are users' personal home folders located?

Users' personal home folders are located under the homes folder . Because ACL works on a basis of permission inheritance, if you set NA permission for a user/group on homes, users will have no access to their personal home folder.

What is a read/write in a shared folder?

Read/Write: The user or group can access and make changes to the files and subfolders in the shared folder.

What is ACL permission?

ACL permissions are inherited from parent objects to child objects. For instance, if an ACL entry of the "sales" folder grants the "Read" permission to the user "Amy", then the ACL entry will be applied to all files within the "sales" folder (such as "annual report.xls"), allowing the user to open the files.

How many ACL permissions can you add?

You can only add up to 200 ACL explicit permission entries for a file or folder.

What is the administration permissions tick?

Administration: Tick Read permissions, Change permissions, or Take ownership to specify the user or group's access permission settings for the entry.

What is the priority for permissions conflicts?

When you encounter permissions conflicts, the permissions priority is as follow: No access > Read/Write > Read only.

What is system internal user?

System internal user: Assign permissions for default system users, such as the Anonymous FTP/WebDAV user. Before allowing anonymous FTP users to connect to a shared folder, you need to assign access permissions for this user.

How to install Synology DSM package?

Manually install the package through Synology DSM package center. (choose the downloaded .spk file in Synology DSM package center. And all next to install the package. Probably it will prompt to allow necessary ports at the end of the installation. Allow them or do what you know to do)

How to register plex?

Register a Plex account ( go to https://www.plex.tv/sign-up/?forward=web) and please remember your username and password.

Is NAS free on a laptop?

If you use laptop browser to stream NAS video/audio, it’s free. If you stream NAS audio to SONOS, it’s free. But if you need to use mobile device, such as iPhone/iPad to watch NAS video, listen NAS music, it is locked for 1 min, you have to pay Plex and Apple to get the In-App purchase unlocked.

Does Plex work in relay mode?

Plex can still work in relay mode. Port forwarding is not mandatory required. Other Plex configuration is based on your needs and situation, just pay attention to language and location setting to better recognise movie metadata and subtitles. Enable Plex web HTTPS to secure the access.

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