Try this procedure to create a root share on your Synology NAS:
To make an entire Synology NAS appear as a root share, you'll need to configure the NAS's shared folders and permissions accordingly. Here are the steps you can follow:
1. Access DSM (DiskStation Manager): Log in to the DSM interface of your Synology NAS.
2. Create Shared Folders:
* Go to Control Panel > Shared Folder.
* Click on Create to make a new shared folder.
* Configure the settings, such as name, description, and location.
* If you want the entire NAS to be accessible, you might want to create one shared folder that encompasses all the data.
3. Set Permissions:
* After creating the shared folder, go to Permissions tab.
* Click Create to add a new permission.
* Select the user or group you want to grant access to.
* Choose the level of access (e.g., Read/Write) you want to provide.
4. Enable Advanced Permissions (Optional):
* In the Permissions tab, click Advanced Permissions.
* Here, you can further customize permissions based on specific users or groups.
5. Enable SMB (or NFS) Service:
* Go to Control Panel > File Services.
* Make sure that the appropriate protocol (SMB or NFS) is enabled based on your network setup.
6. Set Up Shares:
* For SMB, go to Control Panel > File Services > SMB/AFP/NFS.
* In the SMB tab, select Advanced Settings.
* Check Enable SMB service.
* Configure any other settings as per your preferences.
7. Configure Shared Folder Advanced Settings:
* In the Shared Folder settings, select the shared folder you created earlier.
* Click on Edit.
* Under the Advanced Settings tab, ensure that Enable Recycle Bin and Enable Transfer Log are configured according to your needs.
8. Apply Changes:
* After making all the necessary adjustments, click Apply or Save to confirm the changes.
9. Access the Root Share:
* Using a file manager on your computer, try connecting to the NAS using its IP address or hostname. For example, in Windows
Explorer, you can type \\[NAS_IP] or \\[NAS_Hostname] to access the root share.
Remember to replace [NAS_IP] and [NAS_Hostname] with the actual IP address or hostname of your Synology NAS.
Please note that making an entire NAS appear as a root share means that users accessing it will have access to all shared folders and files within. Make sure to manage permissions carefully to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data.