Remote-access Guide

qnap 251+ remote access

by Prof. Glen Howell Sr. Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How to get remote access to my QNAP NAS?

In order to get remote access you have different options: - register your router at some dynDNS service, open the required ports on your router and forward port 443 to your QNAP NAS, that's it.

How do I Control HD station with the QNAP ts-251+?

HD Station supports multi-tasking and user authentication so only authorized users can access the stored data via HDMI monitors. The TS-251+ is packed with the QNAP RM-IR002 remote control for you to conveniently control HD Station via the built-in IR receiver.

Is it possible to use QNAP qvpn for Remote Desktop?

This is a much better approach than implementing the VPN server on just the QNAP as its much easier to access also all the computers on LAN, allowing you to Remote Desktop as well as many other uses. You can remote hop from QNAP QVPN client to other devices on local lan as well.

Is there a way to map the drives on QNAP?

The only way you can still map the drives is using the VPN option. The QNAP already has a VPN option and you just need to set it up, which means using no-ip or some other dynamic dns type service to find your connection (unless you have a static IP already and then you are set) then just do port forwarding for the VPN to the QNAP on your router.

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How do I remotely access QNAP NAS?

Remotely access your QNAP NAS with myQNAPcloudSign in using your QNAP Account. Note: If you are already signed in you are automatically redirected to My Devices .Go to My Devices. ... Click the " " button next to the device to display the device IP and SmartURL.Click SmartURL.

How do I access NAS from outside network?

How to Remotely Connect to Your DeviceStep 1: Enable FTP. First of all, you need to turn on any methods of remote access. ... Step 2: Enable WebDAV. WebDAV is an alternative remote access protocol. ... Step 3: Update User Permissions. ... Step 4: Allow Your Router to Connect to Your NAS Device.

How do I access my QNAP admin page?

Enter http://NAS IP:8080 in the web browser. Or if using QNAP Qfinder, simply double click on the NAS to open the login page. Note: The default NAS IP is 169.254.

How do I connect to QNAP via VPN?

1. Log into the NAS and go to "Control Panel" > "Application" > "VPN Client" > click "Add" and choose "OpenVPN" to connect to a VPN server. Enter the connection configuration settings, including the profile name, server address (that you want to connect to), and the username and password of the VPN server.

Can you connect to a NAS drive remotely?

External access is the ability to remotely access your Synology NAS from any device with an internet connection. DSM allows you to easily set up remote access to your Synology NAS, so you can sign in to DSM or other services by simply entering a custom domain name into your web browser.

How can I access my server from anywhere?

Remote Desktop to Your Server From a Local Windows ComputerClick the Start button.Click Run...Type “mstsc” and press the Enter key.Next to Computer: type in the IP address of your server.Click Connect.If all goes well, you will see the Windows login prompt.

How can I access my NAS from my computer?

Business Storage Windows Server NAS - How to Access with Remote DesktopPress the Windows key ( ... Press the Start button.In the Search files and folders field, type the following: ... Open the Remote Desktop Connection application.Enter the IP address of the NAS device, then click Connect. ... For the user, enter: Administrator.More items...

What is the QNAP Admin password?

The default admin password is admin. You can log in to the NAS with admin/admin after resetting the NAS.

How do I find the IP address of my NAS?

0:003:27How To Find IP Address of Synology NAS Diskstation - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOnce logged in go to the control panel. And then click on network. Then click on network interface.MoreOnce logged in go to the control panel. And then click on network. Then click on network interface.

Is QNAP VPN free?

You can just go to App Center in QTS and install QVPN Service for free to turn your NAS into a VPN server. And then you will have the option to enable a VPN server of your choice. For end devices, QNAP also provides intuitive VPN clients to streamline the setup process even for average users. Those apps are still free!

Does QNAP have VPN?

QNAP's QuRouter OS simplifies managing high-speed and high-coverage LAN/WAN. With NAT, VPN, security, and QuWAN SD-WAN, network management is made easier and remote connections more secure.

How do I access my NAS through VPN?

For Windows 7:Go to Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. ... Select Connect to a workplace.Select Use my Internet connection (VPN).Enter the IP address of your Synology NAS in the Internet address field. ... Enter your DSM user credentials and click Connect to connect to the VPN Server.More items...•

How do I access files from Synology NAS outside the local network?

Enter the following information:Storage: Select Synology.Drive: Select a network drive letter from the drop-down menu.Address: Enter the IP address or the hostname of your Synology NAS.Port: Enter 5006 or the port that you specified for WebDAV on your Synology NAS.Account: Enter your DSM account and password.

How do I access my Synology NAS remotely?

DSM 7.0 and above: Go to Control Panel > External Access > QuickConnect. DSM 6.2 and below: Go to Control Panel > QuickConnect....Via a mobile device:Open a Synology mobile app, such as DS file.Enter your QuickConnect ID, plus your DSM account and password.Click Login.

How do I access my NAS storage?

Business Storage Windows Server NAS - How to Access with Remote DesktopPress the Windows key ( ... Press the Start button.In the Search files and folders field, type the following: ... Open the Remote Desktop Connection application.Enter the IP address of the NAS device, then click Connect. ... For the user, enter: Administrator.More items...

What is QNAP NetBak Replicator?

QNAP NetBak Replicator supports real-time and scheduled data backup on Windows including Outlook email archiving. Apple Time Machine is also supported to provide Mac OS X users with a solution to effortlessly back up data to the TS-251. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port on the front panel of the TS-251 features a one-touch-copy function for you to instantly back up data on external drives to the TS-251 with just one click, or alternatively to back up data from the TS-251 to external drives. A wide range of third-party backup software such as Acronis® True Image and Symantec® Backup Exec are also supported.

What is QNAP cloud?

QNAP’s myQNAPcloud provides an always-connected infrastructure for business and home users to build their private or personal cloud with ease. Through any web browser or the free mobile app the TS-251 becomes your personal cloud so you are always connected to your data. Take advantage of the myQNAPcloud service, which allows you to remotely access your TS-251 wherever you are. Instantly stream or share your multimedia contents and share them with your friends.

What is the QTS 251?

Thanks to the intuitive user interface of QTS, system operations of the TS-251 are smooth and handy. Its intelligent desktop allows you to find desired functions quickly, create desktop shortcuts or group shortcuts, monitor important system information on a real-time basis, and open multiple application windows to run multiple tasks concurrently, bringing greater operating efficiency.

What is Turbo NAS?

The Turbo NAS supports Syslog server that collects logs from various connected devices over the Internet and saves the data, enabling centralized log management with greater efficiency.

What streaming services does the TS-251 support?

The TS-251's support for Plex Media Server organizes all of your media with rich information and transforms the TS-251 into a powerful & easy to use streaming machine with DLNA, Roku®, Amazon® Fire TV, and Google TV ™ support. Learn more: DLNA, AirPlay, Plex Media Server.

How much RAM does a virtualization station need?

Note: The Virtualization Station requires at least 2GB RAM to operate. Multiple VMs can be installed, but only 1 VM can be run at a time. TS-251 with 4GB RAM (Ordering part no. TS-251-4G) is available for ordering and recommended.

Why is QSync important?

Qsync is especially useful for frequent travelers in managing files and ensuring that different devices have the most up-to-date files. Qsync provides multiple ways for file synchronization and group file sharing, greatly enhancing the flexibility of team projects and collaboration. Learn more: Qsync.

How to access NAS from outside the home network ?

i need some help please, how do i access my NAS ( TS251 ) from let's say a coffee shop using my laptop ?

Can you tunnel into NAS instead of router?

This means you would be tunneling into the NAS instead of the router. Not ideal, but it works.

Is VPN good for NAS?

VPN to the NAS is not ideal. VPN to the router is ideal.

Does QNAP have to open ports?

By using this all the data gets routed through some servers QNAP hosts. This means, you don 't have to open some ports on your router. The QNAP NAS communicates with a QNAP server. The transmission is encrypted, still, if you want to transfer highly sensitive data, you shouldn't use this. Also very large files aren't that ideal using such a proxy, because traffic is expensive and QNAP has to pay for the traffic you're causing.

Can you use VPN on a coffee shop?

But if he wants to access it from a coffe shop, he won't be able using VPN, because the coffee shop blocks the required port most likely. And using a different port for VPN is most likely not possible with a consumer grade router.

Can anyone access QNAP NAS?

You exposed your QNAP NAS to the public, so anyone can access the log in page and try to login. In order to make it more difficult, you have to activate two factor authentification, block repeated wrong logins, ... - register your QNAP at some dynDNS service or use the QNAP DDNS service.

MY WARNING on fw 4.5.1.1495 on TS-853's and possibly TS-453's - slow SYSTEM BOOTING message and massively degraded performance

I took a TS-853 from 4.4.3.1400 to 4.5.1.1495 a few days ago and developed a nightmare situation of unable to access the unit reliably. The web UI would take several minutes (like 10+) to login after correctly authenticating.

QVPN and Security

I finally got my QVPN to correctly work today, and I had two questions.

Adding new 8TB drive to QNAP TS-231P

So right now I have a QNAP TS-231P that is working fine. I only have 1 8TB drive in it at the moment, and I've decided I need another one so I can back the first drive up in case I lose anything. Is there anyway to add the new drive and create a RAID, or can that only be done with bare drives?

QuMagie more photos in "shared" than in "All"

I just set up QuMagie and put all my pictures in there, however, there is a weird thing - all pictures shows 9.000 pictures and going to shared pictures it says 12.000 - why is that? I never shared anything??

New to QNAP, Have a few questions regarding Plex

I apologize if I get the terminology or anything related to QNAP incorrect. I am a literal noob at this.

What is myqnapcloud?

myQnapCloud is basically at it's core a DDNS function (making it easy to connect to your changing external IP address on your home router/cable modem). It ties back to QVPN, QSync, QFile, etc... as well as browser.

Is QSync the best?

Yeah for what you are wanting, QSync may not be the best choice. Syncthing, and some other options as have been mentioned would be worth looking at.

Is QNAP buggy?

In addition to this, the VPN implementation on the QNAP is buggy and likely presents a situation where not all apps respect the VPN route, and instead leave naturally through your WAN.

Does QNAP have DDNS?

I saw the confirmation required and didn't want the hassle. Since QNAP offers DDNS with myqnapcloud, I think it better to use their free account which doesn't have this issue. Asus and (I believe) Netgear routers also offer a hassle-free free DDNS service.

Can you map a drive with a VPN?

The only way you can still map the drives is using the VPN option. The QNAP already has a VPN option and you just need to set it up, which means using no-ip or some other dynamic dns type service to find your connection (unless you have a static IP already and then you are set) then just do port forwarding for the VPN to the QNAP on your router.

Can you remote hop from QNAP to another device?

You can remote hop from QNAP QVPN client to other devices on local lan as well.

Does QSync work like Dropbox?

Qsync: Supposed to work like Dropbox, but very little customization of which files are to be Synced. Basically, we would need to move all the files into the Qsync library, which is not what we want. We want to keep the files within the folders. Qsync is unable to sync folders that are not in the Qsync library

What remote control does the TS-251+ have?

The TS-251+ is packed with the QNAP RM-IR002 remote control for you to conveniently control HD Station via the built-in IR receiver. You can also turn your mobile devices into remote controls by installing the Qremote app. HD Station also supports YouTube Pairing, allowing you to select a YouTube™ video on your smartphone, tablet or computer and play it on your HDTV via the TS-251+.

What is QNAP container station?

QNAP Container Station exclusively integrates LXC and Docker® lightweight virtualization technologies, allowing you to operate multiple isolated Linux® systems on the TS-251+ as well as download apps from the built-in Docker Hub™ Registry. It supports container import/export and permission settings, and features an informative dashboard and flexible user interface for you to manage multiple containers. You can experience the amazing Container Station and enjoy the playground of virtual containers with the TS-251+.

What is a TS-251+/451+?

The TS-251+/451+ are designed to provide superior performance and expansion capabilities enabling you to grow cost effectively while reducing operational overhead.The QNAP operating system, QTS 4.2, is equipped with a variety of intelligent and easy to use applications. QTS is simply designed to meet all your needs for storage, synchronization, management, backup, multimedia, remote access, and surveillance. QTS 4.2 is the ideal platform from which to build your private cloud. Use the TS-251+/451+ with a screen, keyboard, and mouse connections to transform your virtual machines into physical computers.The TS-251+/451+ is a cost-efficient, flexible, and reliable high performance NAS with a huge range of cross platform support.

How to find Turbo NAS?

Qfinder Pro is a utility, available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, to quickly find and access the Turbo NAS over the LAN. Install the Finder on your computer, open it, and double click your Turbo NAS name, and the login page is ready for you.

What is QTS 4.2?

Thanks to the intuitive user interface of QTS 4.2, your NAS experience is smarter , smoother and spectacular. Its modern flat design streamlines loading times, and the intelligent desktop allows you to quickly find desired functions, create desktop shortcuts or group shortcuts, monitor important system information on a real-time basis, and open multiple application windows to run multiple tasks concurrently, bringing greater operating efficiency. QTS breaks the barriers of devices, platforms and geography to bring optimized cloud experiences to you, and incorporates more advanced features including volume/LUN snapshot, remote connection to public cloud services in File Station, multi-zone multimedia system, and more.

How many schedules can Turbo NAS be set to?

Administrators can flexibly set up the time of powering on/off the Turbo NAS, with a maximum of 15 schedules for setting powering on, off, or rebooting.

What is QTS App Center?

The QTS App Center provides a wide range of install-on-demand apps for you to enjoy. The available applications include media servers for family entertainment, cloud backup and synchronization tools, helpful communication platforms, and many many more.The TS-251+/451+ are completely flexible, perfect companions for SOHO users as a file manager, backup manager, download manager, permissions manager, and multimedia center.

What is a QNAP TS-251A?

As we are using a QNAP TS-251A NAS drive, we have a 2-bay setup, meaning our best choice is to opt for a mirrored storage setup . A mirror setup ensures both drives hold a copy of the exact same data pool, so that in the event one drive fails, you have the secondary drive there to cover you for failover.

How to connect a NAS to a router?

To do so, simply plug the power cord into the wall and the other end into the back of the NAS drive. Then take an ethernet cable and plug one end into your WIFI router, and the other end into the supplied ethernet port that is also on the back of your NAS drive.

What is a shared NAS drive?

In your NAS drive, shared folders allow both local and remote access to take place, so files can be added, changed or remove by any user that is given unique access to the drive.

How to keep internal storage in NAS?

To do so, head back to your Qfinder Pro software that was installed in step 1, and select network drive.

What percentage of storage is needed for NAS?

In the configure section, choose a storage percentage for when you'd like to be notified that your NAS drive is becoming full. This is set to 80% by default.

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