Synology DS220+ NAS Setup

How to set up and install a Synology DS220+ NAS (Network Attached Storage) device for large data storage from anywhere. I've always wanted something like this, but was intimidated to try it. Fortunately, this Synology device made it pretty easy to get set up, and so far I would recommend it to anyone looking for a more effective data storage solution.

Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - What is NAS?
1:28 - Installing the Drives & Startup
2:39 - Software Setup
4:53 - RAID and RAID Types
7:02 - Software Setup (continued) & File Transfer
9:22 - Wrap Up

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[ChazDraycott]

After trawling through a bunch of 30+ minute videos, this was an absolute breath of fresh air Tom, thank you.

[stephen]

👍good video. As a 3 year synology user. I have to stress this as much as possible. DISABLE THE ADMIN & GUEST USERS IMMEDIATELY upon setup. Create your own user account and give it admin privilege's. Synology's and other NAS systems are frequently targeted by hackers. The default attacks are most always via the ADMIN user account and the GUEST user account.

[mbc-xerb]

Hi just bought this set up (fewer hard drives) and was wondering how to get it going. Your video is the clearest, fastest most straight-forward "how to" for this NAS that I have seen -I scrapped all the other more technical approaches -followed this video and I am up and running without issue. Amazing -your 10:28 said it all and said it best THANK YOUI! Mark! 👍👍

[alexforsyth]

This was a pleasant change from the 40 minutes or longer videos that get me more confused the longer they run. As a new Synology user this was very helpful! Thanks Tom!

[caraelaine]

WOW!! I love your voice, pacing, and constant reassurance you aren't a tech wizz. I bought my NAS in May 2021 and was so overwhelmed by the prospect of setting it up I had put it off for TWO YEARS. I'm just now doing it TODAY, under your guidance. Thank you so much! The only issue I ran into is I thought I needed to log into the NAS as if it were a new wifi network - when all you have to do is open File Explorer and click network, then it's in there. User error on my part. Thank you for empowering me to do this. My ex-husband was the tech guy, but now I know I can do it too!

[KCRT-RickT]

I have to say… “That’s the best non-commercial (commercial) I’ve seen”.
Great job, and I’ll definitely be checking them out. My hard drive strategy has been watching for deals at Best Buy, get a new drive / rinse repeat. I’m the one in my family that’s been shooting video the longest (1983) & have amassed my share of Terabytes!

[bquerry]

Tom- This is a perfect, quick setup video to get things started. Your description of the various RAID options was a nice summary of how to go. Got my files going to the NAS. Now time to learn about all its other features. Now to go learn more about the Thank-you!

[lamlo]

This is my first time setting up a NAS, so I don't know the frustrations that come with it. I guess I'll never find out because this video is excellent and very straight to the point!

[NeviN_]

This video is exactly what I was looking for, straight to the point with an informative walk through. Thank you sir!

[melmyfinger]

This video just gave me the confidence to pull the trigger on a Synology DS224+. Thank you!

[stevemuzak]

The most clear explanation of NAS system. Thank YOU so much!

[codapill]

Fantastic video. Clean, clear and straight to the point.

[michaelkahut]

Tom, Thanks for the great content. I have chosen a Synology NAS to store files and documents. Your video provided some helpful hints on getting it up and running. I've been watching your channel for some time and I always look forward to the next one. Thanks again!

[avishekaiyar]

excellent video. I think it's extremely helpful going through a setup with someone who is knew to the technology as well. Many thanks!

[mattynipps]

Great video, very informative and easy to follow. I used it to set up my Synology DS220+ this evening for the first time. Thank you.

[jamescook]

That video gave me much needed confidence as I just ordered myself new synology bay for setting up nas for my home appliances .

[wakeforddigital]

Great video that gets straight to the point, is clear and concise and breaks down some of the important technical questions. Thanks for the help!

[dcretney]

ha! I am no IT genius, but I've not been afraid to learn. Just got my 220+ and it is way more complicated to set-up than I expected!

[timothybracken]

Thank you so much Tom for this video. Just setup my new Sanalogy device today with your help! THANKS

[MyReviews_karkan]

Truly thank you for this video. Straight to the point and didn't waste my time like others.