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Synology DS411slim - User Manual

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Synology DiskStation User's Guide
Based on DSM 4.0
Document ID
Syno_UsersGuide_DS_20120326

Table of Contents

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Summary

Modify System Settings

Network Settings Adjustment

Configuring network identification and interfaces for DiskStation.

General Network Configuration

Setting server name, DNS, and default gateway.

Network Interface Setup

Managing LAN and wireless network interface configurations.

Manage Storage Space

Manage Volumes and Disk Groups

Using Storage Manager to create, set up, and manage storage.

Volume Creation Wizard

Step-by-step guide for creating new storage volumes.

Quick Mode Volume Creation

Creating SHR volumes quickly, optimizing space allocation.

Custom Mode Volume Creation

Creating volumes with custom RAID types and configurations.

Partial Space Allocation on Disk Group

Creating volumes from existing Disk Groups by allocating partial space.

Disk Group Creation

Steps to create a Disk Group for multiple volume allocation.

Volume;Disk Group Removal

Procedure for deleting storage volumes or disk groups.

Volume;Disk Group Repair

Restoring degraded volumes or disk groups by replacing failed drives.

RAID Type Modification

Changing the RAID configuration of existing volumes or disk groups.

Storage Capacity Expansion

Methods for increasing the storage capacity of DiskStation.

Volume Size Expansion

Increasing the size of an existing volume.

Expansion via Larger Disk Replacement

Replacing internal HDDs with larger ones for capacity expansion.

Expansion via Adding Disks

Adding new hard drives to expand RAID volumes and disk groups.

iSCSI Target Management

Configuring iSCSI targets for block-level storage access.

iSCSI LUN Management

Configuring iSCSI Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for storage operations.

Hard Disk Management

Monitoring and managing physical hard disk drives.

Access your DiskStation from the Internet

Router Port Forwarding Setup

Configuring router port forwarding rules for external DiskStation access.

VPN Connection Setup

Configuring VPN server and client capabilities for secure remote access.

Enhance Internet Security

Firewall Configuration

Setting up firewall rules to prevent unauthorized connections.

Suspicious Login Auto Block

Enabling IP blocking for multiple failed login attempts.

Set Up File Sharing

Enable File Sharing Protocols

Activating SMB, FTP, NFS, AFP for cross-platform file access.

User and Group Management

Creating and managing user accounts and groups.

Shared Folder Setup

Creating and managing shared folders for data storage and access.

Custom Shared Folder Creation

Steps to create new shared folders with custom settings.

Folder Access Permissions

Setting granular access permissions for users and groups on folders.

Shared Folder Encryption

Securing shared folders using AES encryption.

Access Files from Anywhere

File Station Web Access

Accessing and managing files via the File Station web interface.

Back Up Data

Computer Data Backup

Backing up computer data to the Synology DiskStation.

DiskStation Data and iSCSI LUN Backup

Backing up DiskStation data and iSCSI LUNs to other destinations.

DiskStation Data Backup Methods

Overview of different methods for backing up DiskStation data.

Local Backup Configuration

Backing up to local shared folders or external disks.

Network Backup Configuration

Backing up to other Synology devices or compatible servers.

Performing Backup Tasks

Executing backup and restore operations on Synology DiskStation.

System Configuration Backup and Restore

Backing up and restoring DSM system configurations.

Shared Folder Synchronization

Synchronizing shared folder contents between DiskStations.

Sync Task Management

Configuring and managing shared folder synchronization tasks.

Time Backup for DiskStation Data

Using Time Backup for creating versioned backups of data.

Host Websites, Email Server, and Print Server

Web Station Website Hosting

Setting up and hosting websites using the Web Station application.

Mail Server Configuration

Setting up DiskStation to function as a mail server.

Print Server Setup

Configuring DiskStation to share printers with network clients.

Share Photos, Videos, and Blogs with Photo Station

Photo Station User Account Management

Creating, editing, and managing Photo Station user accounts.

User Account Creation and Editing

Procedures for creating, editing, and deleting user accounts.

Play Music with Audio Station

Music Playback Control

Controlling music playback using the player and queue.

Music Player Usage

Using the music player controls for playback.

Download Files with Download Station

BT;HTTP;FTP;NZB Setup

Configuring settings for BitTorrent, HTTP, FTP, and NZB downloads.

BT Configuration Options

Advanced settings for BitTorrent traffic, encryption, and peers.

Download Task Creation

Creating new download tasks for various protocols.

Download Task Management

Monitoring and controlling active download tasks.

eMule Download Task Creation

Creating download tasks specifically for the eMule protocol.

eMule Download Task Management

Managing and controlling active eMule download tasks.

Safeguard Your Environment with Surveillance Station

Surveillance Station Installation

Steps to install the Surveillance Station package.

IP Camera Management

Adding, editing, and organizing IP cameras for surveillance.

Live View Monitoring

Viewing real-time video feeds from configured surveillance cameras.

Event Playback and Management

Browsing, playing, and managing recorded surveillance events.

Notification Settings Management

Configuring event notifications via email, SMS, and mobile devices.

Email Notification Setup

Configuring email alerts for important system events.

SMS Notification Setup

Configuring SMS alerts for important system events.

Push Service Configuration

Enabling mobile device and instant messaging notifications.

Privilege Assignment

Managing user access privileges for IP cameras.

Manage Media Server and iTunes Service

DLNA Media Server Management

Configuring Media Server to stream multimedia to DLNA/UPnP devices.

iTunes Server Management

Configuring iTunes Server for sharing music and videos.

Perform Advanced Management Tasks

System Information Check

Viewing hardware, software, and network status of DiskStation.

General System Information

Basic DiskStation details including model, memory, and thermal status.

Storage Status and Usage Monitoring

Monitoring disk and volume status, free space, and usage.

System Resource Monitoring

Tracking CPU, memory, and network usage in real-time.

DSM Update Procedure

Keeping the DiskStation firmware up to date with the latest DSM version.

Event Notification Setup

Configuring system alerts via email, SMS, and mobile devices.

Email Notification Service Management

Configuring email alerts for system events.

SMS Notification Service Management

Configuring SMS alerts for system events.

Mobile Device and IM Notifications

Setting up mobile device and instant messaging notifications.

Admin Password Reset

Procedure for resetting the administrator password.

Factory Default Restore

Restoring the Synology DiskStation to its factory default settings.

Synology DiskStation Reinstallation

Steps to reinstall the DiskStation operating system.

Troubleshooting Guide

General Troubleshooting Resources

Guidance on resolving DSM management issues and contacting support.

Summary

Modify System Settings

Network Settings Adjustment

Configuring network identification and interfaces for DiskStation.

General Network Configuration

Setting server name, DNS, and default gateway.

Network Interface Setup

Managing LAN and wireless network interface configurations.

Manage Storage Space

Manage Volumes and Disk Groups

Using Storage Manager to create, set up, and manage storage.

Volume Creation Wizard

Step-by-step guide for creating new storage volumes.

Quick Mode Volume Creation

Creating SHR volumes quickly, optimizing space allocation.

Custom Mode Volume Creation

Creating volumes with custom RAID types and configurations.

Partial Space Allocation on Disk Group

Creating volumes from existing Disk Groups by allocating partial space.

Disk Group Creation

Steps to create a Disk Group for multiple volume allocation.

Volume;Disk Group Removal

Procedure for deleting storage volumes or disk groups.

Volume;Disk Group Repair

Restoring degraded volumes or disk groups by replacing failed drives.

RAID Type Modification

Changing the RAID configuration of existing volumes or disk groups.

Storage Capacity Expansion

Methods for increasing the storage capacity of DiskStation.

Volume Size Expansion

Increasing the size of an existing volume.

Expansion via Larger Disk Replacement

Replacing internal HDDs with larger ones for capacity expansion.

Expansion via Adding Disks

Adding new hard drives to expand RAID volumes and disk groups.

iSCSI Target Management

Configuring iSCSI targets for block-level storage access.

iSCSI LUN Management

Configuring iSCSI Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for storage operations.

Hard Disk Management

Monitoring and managing physical hard disk drives.

Access your DiskStation from the Internet

Router Port Forwarding Setup

Configuring router port forwarding rules for external DiskStation access.

VPN Connection Setup

Configuring VPN server and client capabilities for secure remote access.

Enhance Internet Security

Firewall Configuration

Setting up firewall rules to prevent unauthorized connections.

Suspicious Login Auto Block

Enabling IP blocking for multiple failed login attempts.

Set Up File Sharing

Enable File Sharing Protocols

Activating SMB, FTP, NFS, AFP for cross-platform file access.

User and Group Management

Creating and managing user accounts and groups.

Shared Folder Setup

Creating and managing shared folders for data storage and access.

Custom Shared Folder Creation

Steps to create new shared folders with custom settings.

Folder Access Permissions

Setting granular access permissions for users and groups on folders.

Shared Folder Encryption

Securing shared folders using AES encryption.

Access Files from Anywhere

File Station Web Access

Accessing and managing files via the File Station web interface.

Back Up Data

Computer Data Backup

Backing up computer data to the Synology DiskStation.

DiskStation Data and iSCSI LUN Backup

Backing up DiskStation data and iSCSI LUNs to other destinations.

DiskStation Data Backup Methods

Overview of different methods for backing up DiskStation data.

Local Backup Configuration

Backing up to local shared folders or external disks.

Network Backup Configuration

Backing up to other Synology devices or compatible servers.

Performing Backup Tasks

Executing backup and restore operations on Synology DiskStation.

System Configuration Backup and Restore

Backing up and restoring DSM system configurations.

Shared Folder Synchronization

Synchronizing shared folder contents between DiskStations.

Sync Task Management

Configuring and managing shared folder synchronization tasks.

Time Backup for DiskStation Data

Using Time Backup for creating versioned backups of data.

Host Websites, Email Server, and Print Server

Web Station Website Hosting

Setting up and hosting websites using the Web Station application.

Mail Server Configuration

Setting up DiskStation to function as a mail server.

Print Server Setup

Configuring DiskStation to share printers with network clients.

Share Photos, Videos, and Blogs with Photo Station

Photo Station User Account Management

Creating, editing, and managing Photo Station user accounts.

User Account Creation and Editing

Procedures for creating, editing, and deleting user accounts.

Play Music with Audio Station

Music Playback Control

Controlling music playback using the player and queue.

Music Player Usage

Using the music player controls for playback.

Download Files with Download Station

BT;HTTP;FTP;NZB Setup

Configuring settings for BitTorrent, HTTP, FTP, and NZB downloads.

BT Configuration Options

Advanced settings for BitTorrent traffic, encryption, and peers.

Download Task Creation

Creating new download tasks for various protocols.

Download Task Management

Monitoring and controlling active download tasks.

eMule Download Task Creation

Creating download tasks specifically for the eMule protocol.

eMule Download Task Management

Managing and controlling active eMule download tasks.

Safeguard Your Environment with Surveillance Station

Surveillance Station Installation

Steps to install the Surveillance Station package.

IP Camera Management

Adding, editing, and organizing IP cameras for surveillance.

Live View Monitoring

Viewing real-time video feeds from configured surveillance cameras.

Event Playback and Management

Browsing, playing, and managing recorded surveillance events.

Notification Settings Management

Configuring event notifications via email, SMS, and mobile devices.

Email Notification Setup

Configuring email alerts for important system events.

SMS Notification Setup

Configuring SMS alerts for important system events.

Push Service Configuration

Enabling mobile device and instant messaging notifications.

Privilege Assignment

Managing user access privileges for IP cameras.

Manage Media Server and iTunes Service

DLNA Media Server Management

Configuring Media Server to stream multimedia to DLNA/UPnP devices.

iTunes Server Management

Configuring iTunes Server for sharing music and videos.

Perform Advanced Management Tasks

System Information Check

Viewing hardware, software, and network status of DiskStation.

General System Information

Basic DiskStation details including model, memory, and thermal status.

Storage Status and Usage Monitoring

Monitoring disk and volume status, free space, and usage.

System Resource Monitoring

Tracking CPU, memory, and network usage in real-time.

DSM Update Procedure

Keeping the DiskStation firmware up to date with the latest DSM version.

Event Notification Setup

Configuring system alerts via email, SMS, and mobile devices.

Email Notification Service Management

Configuring email alerts for system events.

SMS Notification Service Management

Configuring SMS alerts for system events.

Mobile Device and IM Notifications

Setting up mobile device and instant messaging notifications.

Admin Password Reset

Procedure for resetting the administrator password.

Factory Default Restore

Restoring the Synology DiskStation to its factory default settings.

Synology DiskStation Reinstallation

Steps to reinstall the DiskStation operating system.

Troubleshooting Guide

General Troubleshooting Resources

Guidance on resolving DSM management issues and contacting support.

Synology DS411slim Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryNAS
ModelDS411slim
CPU Frequency1.2 GHz
RAM128 MB
Drive Bays4
External Ports2 x USB 2.0
LAN1 x Gigabit Ethernet
File SystemEXT4
Dimensions120 x 105 x 142 mm
CPUMarvell 6281
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 6