Does a NAS have to be connected to the Internet?

NAS means Network Attached Storage, which means, that the device is, in it’s essence, a small computer with a connected hard drive. So all the storage remains locally and is, normally, not uploaded to the Internet, unless configured otherwise.

How does a NAS connect to the Internet?

Regardless of wired or wireless setup, NAS system is connected through a network or the Ethernet port of your Wifi, instead of using USB cables. This allows multiple computers and mobile devices on the network to access and wirelessly and share files, stream audio and video, restore data in one centralised device.

How do I connect my NAS to my home network?

How to Remotely Connect to Your Device

1. Step 1: Enable FTP.
2. Step 2: Enable WebDAV.
3. Step 3: Update User Permissions.
4. Step 5: Use Dynamic DNS to Assign a Web Address to Your Home Network.
5. Step 6: Set Up Your Remote Connection.
6. Step 7: Enter and Save Your Password.

How do I stop my NAS from connecting to the Internet?

How to configure your NAS

1. Disable online access to files in the NAS’s settings (leaving local network access only).
2. Improve the level of NAS protection further by disabling the vulnerable SMB protocol.
3. Update NAS firmware regularly.
4. Close outward-facing network ports 139 and 445 on your router.

Is NAS drive safe?

NAS devices are safe as long as you take the time to make some changes to your NAS device and keep it up to date. NAS operating systems are designed to be as user-friendly as possible, so you shouldn’t have trouble finding any of the aforementioned security features on your NAS device.

How do I add wifi to my NAS?

How to connect your NAS to Wi-Fi

1. Firstly, check your dongle is supported.
2. Plug your Wi-Fi dongle into an available USB port.
3. If using a supported dongle, head to Control Panel > Wireless > Network Map Configuration.
4. Choose Join Wireless Network.
5. Follow the on-screen wizard, filling in your LAN password.

How do I connect my NAS to my wireless router?

Connecting a Network Attached Storage to your router

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port of your NAS to any of the numbered ports at the back of the router.
2. Ensure that the power adapter for the storage link device is properly and securely plugged in.