Nas setup getting the synology ds2j physically connected is nice and simple. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to. Synology assistant is a desktop utility that searches for synology diskstations in the local area network. Aug 30, 20 synology is a modest expert of all things nas, and we plugged its latest model into our home network to see how it shapes up. It helps you set up and install dsm on your diskstation, connect to network or multifunctional printers shared by your diskstation, setup wake on lan wol, or view monitored resources of your diskstation. The ds212j doesnt have a vastly superior specification to its predecessor, with a 1. This program will identify the diskstation on your network and open the diskstation manager dsm web interface. Centralize data storage and backup, streamline file collaboration, optimize video management, and secure network deployment to facilitate data management. How to remotely access your synology nas using quickconnect. The synology diskstation ds212j or ds212j from now on is a network attached solution or nas.
You must own a synology nas to run this app, and be running the latest synology drive 1. The file size of the latest downloadable installation package is 8. Once installed and everything is plugged in, install or download the synology assistant onto your pc or mac. These instructions show how to set up the appropriate folders for use with a naim music server only and are not configuration instructions to enable a naim upnp client to use the nas as a music source directly. The first thing you have to do, once you connect the ds212j, is to load the bundled software disc in a client pc that is on the same network and install the synology assistant program. This thread is to discuss issues or observations with dsm 6. Replacing hard drives is supersimple in a synology nas, even one without hot swappable drive bays. This video will take you through assembly and setup of the device. Synology assistant has a couple of useful features that are mirrored by dsm but beyond that synology assistants most important function is to install dsm like we have seen.
Within the software you can map your network drive or even monitor the nas box in addition to getting it. Download center du kan finde dokumenter og filer vedr. In addition to the latest version, all previous versions of the synology assistant are available too. Synology diskstation ds216j is a 2bay nas server which perfectly fits home and personal users to build your own personal cloud. I managed to procure a second hand synology nas and 1tb harddrives. Then, from your pc fire up the synology assistant which will find your new diskstation. Synology assistant will be installed and launched on your computer. Find the default login, username, password, and ip address for your synology ds212 router. Jan 20, 2012 the current global harddrive shortage has pushed the total cost of a 2tb ds212j up to around. Home assistant is a free, open source program for home automation. The upnp server that forms part of the software on this nas is not endorsed by naim audio and should.
Mar 02, 2020 you must own a synology nas to run this app, and be running the latest synology drive 1. Synology disk station ds212 nas server 2 tb sign in to comment. Simple yet powerful, synology ds216j offers you a new experience of effortless data sharing, multimedia streaming, and cloud synchronization under its neat and sleek appearance. Synology ds manager macos application and safari extension for synology download station search for torrents right from the app. Manage your synology download station tasks right on your mac with this modern fast application. Download center you can find the documents and files regarding the operating system, packages, desktop utilities and so on for your synology product to enjoy the latest and versatile features. Essentially, it is a selfcontained hard drive enclosure that exposes the storage via the local area network or even the internet if properly configured. Once you get the ds212 attached to your network you can run the synology assistant which will aid you in finding it on your network and let you get started configuring it. Here are our top 5 faqs which may let you know to do when. Scroll down to the bottom of the list for the latest version.
We still love synologys nutsandbolts attitude to nas drives, and its ds2j quickly found itself at the heart of our home network. Synology diskstation ds212j is designed to provide a solution of file storage and sharing with data protection for your home environment with low power consumption, quiet operation and reliability. Synology diskstation ds212j quick installation guide. This free software is an intellectual property of synology inc. Manually update to dsm 5 on your synology nas synoguide. Attend a workshop and get technical training, best practices, and more. But from the same external location if i access to the dms via ddns and i try to download some files from file station i am getting 20mbs speeds, something. Once installed it is then available to connect to dsm and monitor the. How to download synology assistant for windows, mac, and linux. Synology nas are the perfect companion to running home assistant. We shall assume that you have installed the drives in the unit, have installed the synology assistant software. Jan 17, 2017 if you are really stuck try synology s secret password eg 1010101 usually works but it works as there is a backdoor pw generated from the date of the day you enter the pw in hex and decimal, dont worry, there is an online generator so you wont need to know code to figure it out, the page is updated every day so the code is always available.
Downloading java problem with synology ds212j nas all installed now and enjoying listening to my music. If everything went well you should see your new nics displaying status. Whether you consider than good enough reason to pay the extra is down to you. Within the software you can map your network drive or even monitor the nas box in addition to getting it setup and running. If you dont have synology assistant installed you can get it from the synology download center.
Synology web assistant can automatically download the latest software from the internet and guide you through installation. If your synology detected the new dsm version, just click on the download button and your synology will download the new version for you. Also manged to figure out transcoding so thanks for the guides and all your help simon. Incidentally, always buy the unit bare and choose your drives from the list of recommended on the synology site. View and download synology ds212j setup manual online. Synology assistant is a free network client which detects all synology devices installed, returning a status report. When i check for automatic downloads, my synology could not detect the new dsm 5. We highly recommend using synologys web assistant to install dsm with a web browser. Running on diskstation manager dsm operating system, it delivers ease of use and a variety of features.
Synology diskstation ds212j overview and full product specs on cnet. But by default, the dsm reverse proxy does not configure its nginx settings to allow websocket, and some extra configuration will be required to get the home assistant frontend working with the dsm. Theres a few things you should be familiar with before we get into the nittygritty of this. Also manged to figure out transcoding so thanks for. Synology announces the endoflife dates for 31 packages. You will need to know then when you get a new router, or when you reset your router. System tools downloads synologyassistant by synology inc. Apart from common file types, such as documents, images, videos and music, you can also open synology office document. Well be quite cross if synology releases an identical ds214j next year. Synology disk station ds212 nas server 2 tb specs cnet. This pc software is suitable for 32bit versions of windows xpvista7810. My synology ds212j has two 3tb drives configured to use synology hybrid raid shr. Feb 02, 2012 the ds212j doesnt have a vastly superior specification to its predecessor, with a 1.
Apart from common file types, such as documents, images, videos and music, you can also open synology office document, spreadsheets and slides in the userfriendly viewer. Oct 17, 2016 home assistant is a free, open source program for home automation. The biggest problems are the interface and device, both of which could do with more userfriendly and aestheticallypleasing updates. With just two disks of the same size this is a mirrored volume similar to raid 1. Please select the product category and the corresponding model you use. If you are really stuck try synologys secret password eg 1010101 usually works but it works as there is a backdoor pw generated from the date of the day you enter the pw in hex and decimal, dont worry, there is an online generator so you wont need to know code to figure it out, the page is updated every day so the code is always available.
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