Dufs aka Duf is a simple file server similar to Oasis. When you use Duf you have access to multiple features described below. In this step by step guide I will show you how to install Dufs on your Synology NAS using Docker.
- Serve static files.
- Download folder as zip file.
- Upload files and folders (Drag & Drop).
- Search files.
- Partial responses (Parallel/Resume download).
- Authentication.
- Support HTTPS.
- Support WebDAV.
- Easy to use with curl.
Dufs v0.36.0 release.
This guide works perfectly with the latestSTEP 1
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STEP 2
Install Docker via Synology âPackage Centerâ.
STEP 3
Go to File Station and open the docker folder. Inside the docker folder, create one new folder and name it dufs. Follow the instructions in the image below.
Note: Be careful to enter only lowercase, not uppercase letters.
STEP 4
Go to Control Panel / Task Scheduler / Create / Scheduled Task / User-defined script. Follow the instructions in the image below.
STEP 5
Once you click on User-defined script, a new window will open. Follow the instructions below:
- General: In the Task field type in Install Dufs. Uncheck the âEnabledâ option. Select root User.
- Schedule: Select Run on the following date then select âDo not repeatâ.
- Task Settings: Check âSend run details by emailâ, add your email then copy paste the code below in the Run command area. After that, click OK.
docker run -d --name=dufs \ -p 4688:5000 \ -v /volume1/docker/dufs:/data \ --restart always \ sigoden/dufs
STEP 6
After you click OK on STEP 5 a new warning pop up window will open. Click OK.
After you click OK, type in your DSM Password then click Submit. Follow the instructions in the image below.
STEP 7
After you click Submit on STEP 6, select your âInstall Dufsâ Task then click the âRunâ tab. You will be asked to run Install Dufs â click OK. Follow the instructions in the image below.
STEP 8
Go back to STEP 1 or you will deal with karma đ
STEP 9
The installation process can take up to a few seconds/minutes. It will depend on your Internet speed connection. Now open your browser and type in http://Synology-ip-address:4688 Search files on your NAS. Follow the instructions in the image below.
Enjoy Dufs!
If you encounter issues by using this container, make sure to check out the Common Docker issues article.
Note: If you want to run the Dufs container over HTTPS, check my guide on How to Run Docker Containers Over HTTPS.
Note: Can I run Docker on my Synology NAS? See the supported models.
Note: Find out how to update the Dufs container with the latest image.
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This post was updated on Tuesday / September 19th, 2023 at 7:43 AM