by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
DSM 7.1 can send email alerts to notify you about system events such as failed drives, low storage, temperature warnings, or unauthorized login attempts. Setting up email notifications requires linking DSM to an SMTP provider such as Gmail, Outlook, or your own...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
Windows File Explorer can connect directly to your Synology NAS shared folders over the local network using the SMB protocol for file access. Once connected, you can drag and drop files between your PC and the NAS just like copying files between two folders on the...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
DSM 7.1 includes two complementary monitoring features: widgets for quick desktop overviews and Resource Monitor for detailed real-time performance tracking. Widgets show live data panels directly on the desktop without opening a full app, while Resource Monitor...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
The Personal Settings menu in DSM 7.1 lets each user customize their account, display preferences, and email delivery options independently from other users. Access it by clicking the user icon in the top-right quick access bar on the DSM desktop and selecting...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
The Synology Download Center provides firmware, drivers, user manuals, and desktop utilities for every Synology product in one centralized location. Synology Assistant is a desktop utility that lets you find, connect to, and manage your Synology NAS directly from your...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
You can log in to your Synology NAS through a browser using its IP address or via the Synology Web Assistant at find.synology.com on the same network. For shutdown, DSM has a software option in the user menu, and the physical power button on the device also supports a...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
After setting up a Synology NAS and creating a storage pool, you land on the DSM 7.1 desktop where most of your management tasks take place. DSM 7.1 has a minimal, browser-based desktop layout designed around quick access to apps, notifications, and system settings...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
After completing the initial DSM installation, your Synology NAS will prompt you to create a storage pool and volume before you can store any files. A storage pool groups your physical drives into a single unit using RAID, while a volume is the usable partition you...
by Talha | Jun 26, 2026 | How-To/Tips
Synology NAS is a dedicated network-attached storage device that runs DiskStation Manager (DSM), a browser-accessible operating system built on Linux. This guide covers what NAS devices are, how Synology differs from other brands, and how to complete the full initial...
by Talha | Nov 8, 2025 | How-To/Tips, Internet
Gmail lets you mark any message as important so it surfaces in your Important folder and stands out from regular inbox clutter. This guide covers how to mark incoming emails as important on Gmail desktop and in the Android app, plus a workaround for outgoing messages....
