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The video provides a comprehensive guide to setting up and utilizing Synology Drive for efficient data management. It begins with an introduction to Synology Drive, targeting both new and experienced Synology users, and emphasizes the prerequisite installations such as DiskStation Manager (DSM) and RAID configuration on the NAS. The presenter then outlines the setup process, including the installation of Synology Drive from the Package Center, and stresses its features like Synology Drive Server and Synology Drive ShareSync for data integration and management.
The next segment covers the synchronization of storage across multiple devices, illustrating the configuration of user settings in the control panel and the selection of appropriate NAS volumes. It explains the use of Synology Drive's interface, similar to Dropbox or Google Drive, for easy file access and sharing, and highlights the necessity of installing the Synology Drive client on various operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Ubuntu Linux.
Following this, the video delves into the initial NAS setup on a local network, discussing backup methods—either individual PC backups to a NAS folder or a two-way synchronization for data accessibility across devices. It includes instructions for locating the NAS and configuring SSL encryption, alongside managing space with file pinning and streaming options. Advanced settings and synchronization filters are briefly mentioned.
Focusing on managing large files, the video explains the exclusion of large files like databases and multimedia from synchronization, allowing smaller files to sync. It also covers the customization of synchronization settings to suit user needs, highlighting the importance of On-Demand Sync and demonstrating the Synology Drive client's background operations.
The final segment discusses the integration of Synology Drive with virtual machines, detailing the management of VM files on a NAS and features like file pinning, version history, and sharing. It notes current system limitations and previews future updates, particularly support for Mac in Synology DSM-7 and upcoming content on SSD caching performance.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter introduces Synology Drive and discusses its versatility and benefits for both new and long-standing Synology users. The focus is on setting up Synology Drive for the first time. Key steps include ensuring the DiskStation Manager (DSM) is installed and the RAID is configured on the NAS. The presenter explains how to find and install Synology Drive from the Package Center, highlighting that it includes Synology Drive Server and Synology Drive ShareSync. The goal is to help users integrate and manage their data efficiently using Synology Drive.
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In this part of the video, the speaker explains how to set up Synology Drive for synchronizing storage across multiple devices. Key actions include installing the app, navigating to the control panel, and configuring user settings to enable home service. It’s important to select the appropriate volume on the NAS and apply the settings. The speaker notes the option to disable the recycle bin for testing purposes. Synology Drive allows access to the NAS folder structure through an interface comparable to Dropbox or Google Drive, offering ease of access to files and built-in sharing options. To fully utilize Synology Drive, the Synology Drive client application needs to be downloaded and installed on various operating systems like Windows, Mac, and Ubuntu Linux, either from the Synology NAS directly or through the download center.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains the initial setup process for a NAS (Network Attached Storage) on a local area network. They first discuss how to locate your NAS using a web browser and then proceed to the configuration steps via the Synology interface. The user is prompted to decide between two backup methods: individual PCs backing up to a folder on the NAS or a synchronization setup where data on the NAS is accessible across all connected devices. The speaker opts for a two-way synchronization.
They detail how to find the NAS by either entering its IP address or using Synology’s Quick Connect for remote access. The speaker demonstrates entering login credentials and deciding whether to enable SSL data encryption, a choice influenced by remote working conditions during the pandemic. The next step is to select which folders on the NAS to synchronize with the local computer, emphasizing that Synology Drive allows users to manage space efficiently with file pinning and streaming options. Advanced settings and synchronization filters are briefly mentioned as well.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses managing large files with Synology Drive, such as databases or multimedia files, which can be excluded from synchronization while smaller files like documents and spreadsheets can be included. They explain how to add or remove file extensions from synchronization, and adjust synchronization settings to one-way or two-way syncing based on user needs. One-way sync is recommended for multi-user setups to maintain complete records without overwriting data. The importance of On-Demand Sync is highlighted. After setting up, they show how the Synology Drive client runs in the background, syncing local and NAS data. The synchronized Synology Drive folder appears on every connected device, ensuring the same directory structure across the network and through the web browser. Lastly, the ‘status’ tab helps manage which files stay on the NAS, optimizing storage usage by showing how much local space is occupied versus synchronized data size.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the use of Synology Drive with virtual machines (VMs). They show how to access and manage VM files on a NAS, explaining the size properties of these files. The speaker demonstrates how to pin a file locally for constant access and covers additional features like viewing previous versions, sharing files, and setting access parameters. They mention that file pinning and streaming are currently available only for Windows systems, with future support promised for Mac in Synology DSM-7. The segment concludes with a preview of upcoming content on SSD caching performance.