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What is Synology transcoding?

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What is Synology transcoding?

What is Software Transcoding on a Synology Plex Media Server? In this case, the Plex Media Server on your Synology NAS will try to change the file to a more suitable version, on the fly, to ensure you can enjoy your media in the best way.

Can Synology play mp4?

mp4 files are not playable, keep circling. AVI, MKV files are working fine. I can use external 3rd party player like VLC to play those mp4 files without any issue.

How do I copy files to my NAS drive?

To move or copy files from your computer to the NAS you can use the same commands as you have in windows (ctrl+c= copy, ctrl+v= paste), drag and drop between the windows, or upload.

Can my Synology NAS transcode videos for my device?

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Different Synology NAS models are equipped with different transcoding capabilities. You can stream your video collection to a media player using Video Station, DS video or Media Server on your Synology NAS.

Can you install VLC on Synology NAS?

How to install VideoLAN Controller (VLC) plugin for your Synology NAS to support more video formats. All video formats which are supported by HTML5 are compatible with DSM’s Video Player. If you need supporting formats, you can install VLC Player, which supports embedded subtitles on to your local computer.

Can Synology play MKV?

mkv files can’t be played on the iOS DS Video app, a companion video player for the Synology NAS . I always thought the Synology DS Video iOS app had trouble reading the video format. Some played in the Synology web app but not on iOS, some played in the DS File app but not the DS Video one, etc, etc.

Where are Synology NAS files stored?

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Overview

  1. Open a Windows Explorer window and go to Computer.
  2. Click Map network drive.
  3. On the Map Network Drive window, choose a drive letter from the Drive drop-down menu.
  4. In the Folder field, enter the server name of your Synology NAS and shared folder name preceded and separated by backslashes.

What can I do with Synology NAS?

The Synology NAS is particularly useful for

  1. centralising and storing data.
  2. backing up data.
  3. backing up work stations.
  4. sharing files.
  5. collaborating on documents.
  6. syncing files between devices.
  7. video surveillance.
  8. creating a media centre.