How to connect Synology NAS directly to a PC

Описание: How to connect Synology NAS directly to a PC

1.While still connected to your existing network, log into your Synology DSM
2. Set a manual IP for your Synology LAN card
3. Enable SMB/AFS
4. Set a manual IP on a PC
5. Connect your Synology to your PC/MAC directly with a LAN cable
6. Map a network drive on your computer for easier access


Why would you want to connect directly?
• Transfer 10TB+ backups without clogging your network
• Set up a private sync connection just for one PC
• Avoid network congestion or shared traffic
• Use experimental USB-to-LAN adapters (e.g., 5GbE over USB)
• Keep one LAN port for your home network, and one for direct PC access


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🕒 Chapter Timestamps (mm:ss)

00:00 Why Connect Synology NAS Direct to PC?
00:20 Link Aggregation vs Direct Connection
00:38 Use Case: Private Backup or Temporary Sync
01:12 USB-to-LAN Adapters on Synology (Experimental)
01:32 Step 1: Set Manual IP on Synology NAS
02:12 Step 2: Choose LAN Port for PC Connection
02:37 Step 3: Set Matching Subnet & IP
03:10 Step 4: Configure IP Settings on Windows
04:07 Step 5: Final Check & Cable Connection
04:58 Step 6: Access Synology via Browser
05:23 Step 7: Verify Dual LAN Visibility
05:44 Step 8: Map Network Drive in Windows
06:10 Step 9: Login and Save Credentials
06:32 Final: Browse NAS like Local Drive
06:50 Bonus: DSM Access from Direct IP
07:04 Contact Info for NAS Help & More