Can I Save Security IP Camera Data on Remote Synology NAS?
It has been noticed that some security cameras can be integrated with Synology environment via Surveillance station. But, users often raise a question whether they can use a compatible security IP camera and save its data on a remote Synology NAS. If you are also brainstorming about the same situation, this blog can help you out.
Is It Possible to Use Security IP Camera on Remote Synology NAS?
Yes, it is possible to use security IP camera with a remote Synology NAS. However, it is possible only if you use OpenVPN or another VPN server by accessing the Synology login portal. It doesn’t matter where your security cameras or Synology NAS are physically located.
Some of the Synology cameras that are compatible with Synology NAS devices and can be managed remotely are:
- Synology BC500 camera (6.1.0 and above)
- Synology TC500 camera (6.1.0 and above)
Move ahead and learn how to add a Synology supported IP camera to the Surveillance station.
How to Deploy Synology Supported IP Camera?
Apart from the cameras mentioned above, the surveillance station by Synology is compatible with 6000+ IP cameras. Here are the steps to add a supported camera to the Surveillance station:
- Switch on the IP camera that is connected to the same network as your Synology device.
- Select Surveillance Station’s Main Menu.
- Click IP Camera.
- Select Add > Add Camera.
- The Add Camera Wizard will open.
- Select Quick Setup > Next.
- Click the Search icon so that IP cameras connected to your local network will show up.
- On the next page, select the IP camera you want to add to Surveillance Station.
- Select OK.
- Select Test Connection > Finish.
You are now free to take advantages of recording features of Synology Surveillance station with IP camera. Once your camera gets configured, check if VPN is enabled on your NAS. You can do that by accessing the find.synology URL. The steps are mentioned in the upcoming section.
How to Set Up Synology NAS as VPN Server?
For your knowledge, VPN makes it easy for you to access online activities no matter at which geographical location you are performing them. Also, the data shared and accessed is encrypted. The instructions given below will make you understand how to set up Synology NAS as a VPN server. However, you will need a VPN server package on your NAS that can be downloaded from the Synology Download Center.
- Move to the Package Center of your DiskStation Manager (DSM).
- Choose All Packages > VPN Server > Install.
- Launch the VPN server.
- You will now be asked to pick the VPN service type from the following:
- L2TP/IPSec: This type of VPN service provides networks with enhanced security. Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices work effortlessly with this type.
- OpenVPN: It is an open-source service to connect via virtual networks. It secures the connection using SSL/TLS encryption standard.
- PPTP: It is an obsolete VPN solution by clients such Windows, Linux, and Android devices.
- Enable the VPN server by following the on-screen prompts.
Just in case you are not able to set up your NAS as a VPN server, be sure that you have configured port forwarding rules for NAS on your WiFi router or gateway. Now, you can set up your security IP camera as VPN client by adding it to the VPN server.
The Conclusion
This was all about whether you can use a compatible security IP camera and manage it via Remote Synology NAS. We hope that you have learned the process of deploying the compatible camera and setting up NAS as a VPN server.
