Server/NAS - Not sure what's required

cam2002_ · 8 Aug 2023 at 19:48

Hi

We have a repair shop. We'd like a network storage drive so that we can access things remotely from home without being in the shop.

We'd like to be able to access it under this PC by adding a drive.

What's the sort of setup needed for this? Not looking to spend loads. Something real simple and easy to setup. It is literally for word files/documents.

Any help is appreciated

Thanks

Deleted member 77746 · 8 Aug 2023 at 20:33

Why not something like OneDrive rather than a NAS? How much storage you need?

cam2002_ · 8 Aug 2023 at 21:19

GaryTheSnail said:
Why not something like OneDrive rather than a NAS? How much storage you need?

Just for the convenience of not making it limited to an account. Also, being able to open the document on the PC and edit. One drive annoys me.

Not a lot, just 1TB.

spile · 9 Aug 2023 at 07:42

I wouldn’t trust a NAS for remote access unless you we’re only accessing it via a vpn server like Wireguard. I’d be looking at Google Drive in your situation. I use it all the time and I have NAS too!

Deleted member 77746 · 9 Aug 2023 at 07:50

cam2002_ said:
Just for the convenience of not making it limited to an account. Also, being able to open the document on the PC and edit. One drive annoys me.

Not a lot, just 1TB.

Well you going to need a log in to access data remotely on a NAS anyway so what’s the difference?

For simplicity go with OneDrive IMO. But if you do want a NAS any one will do.

You can even custom build one if you want and just share the drives but then would probably need a VPN to access the work network first, which requires log ins.

PikeyPriest · 21 Aug 2023 at 21:38

With one drive you can make a folder have access rights for several login emails. The passwords save in browser so really simple want to access files securely without risk or setup costs.

Deleted member 77746 · 22 Aug 2023 at 19:15

If you do decide to use one drive make sure you look at backups.

CrimsonAvenger · 7 Sep 2023 at 17:22

GaryTheSnail said:
If you do decide to use one drive make sure you look at backups.

Agreed any data stored in just one location is potentially asking for trouble whether it be local or cloud based data.

Synology NAS has a VPN app within it's OS. Think it's based on Open VPN.