Synology NAS External Access Quick Start Guide

Synology NAS External Access Quick Start Guide

What is external access?

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. Moreover, if you need to access certain services directly, you can set up port forwarding rules and open specific ports on your NAS for each service.

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What methods are available to remotely access my Synology NAS?

This article provides information for the following methods for accessing your Synology NAS.

  • Creating a customized ID or address with QuickConnect.
  • Setting up a hostname for the IP address of your NAS using DDNS.
  • Mapping a port on your router to the IP address of your NAS using port forwarding.

Set up QuickConnect

Create a hostname with DDNS

Configure port forwarding

Keep your external connection secure

What is external access?
What methods are available to remotely access my Synology NAS?
Set up QuickConnect
Create a hostname with DDNS
Set up a DDNS hostname
Configure port forwarding
What is port forwarding?
Set up port forwarding rules
Configure your router manually
Keep your external connection secure
Enable Auto Block
Enable Account Protection
Enable HTTPS
Enable Firewall
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