QuickConnect allows you to access your NAS device from outside of your internal private network. This is Synology’s way of ensuring you don’t need to open ports on your NAS/router to access your data externally. I don’t use QuickConnect. QuickConnect is meant for beginners. There’s nothing wrong with using it. The way that I access … Read more about Synology: What is QuickConnect?
In certain situations it becomes necessary to install updates manually on your Synology NAS, even though Synology offers support in the form of automatic download and installation of updates for both their DSM operating system and third-party and non-third-party packages. Do remember that the operating system files have the .PAT extension and all packages have … Read more about How To Manually Update Your Synology NAS
So many people have been asking me about my IP block list and how I make it. Today I’m going to tell you all about it. Up until this point I’ve been successful at blocking most, if not all of the attacks directed at my Synology NAS. But how did I create my list? Those … Read more about Synology: About My IP Block List
Did you know that you can download videos from YouTube using Download Station and save them to your Synology NAS for personal use? Download Station, in combination with Video Station, allows you to create a collection of your favorite videos organizing them in a simple, fast and, above all, elegant way. Not many people know … Read more about Synology: Download YouTube Videos With Download Station
Synology’s IP Block List is one of the best features of Synology NAS devices, made popular by its utility and ease of use. But is it really that easy to use? Does every Synology NAS user understand how the IP Block List works? In the past few months I have received countless e-mails from Synology … Read more about How Does Synology IP Block List Work?
The File Services section under Control Panel allows you to manage general settings related to common file sharing services. Your Synology NAS is a powerful device and can use different services to connect to different operating systems. Below I will show you which File Services your Synology NAS can use depending on your needs. (Server … Read more about Synology: Common Services For Your NAS