File Station

File Station is an easy-to-use file management tool, allowing DSM users over the Internet to access Synology NAS folders with their web browsers. By launching two or more File Station windows, you can manage all your Synology NAS data by dragging and dropping them between different File Stations.

File Station Requirement

Basic system requirement to operate File Station on your computer

View Attributes and Privileges

High level overview of your data

Modify File Structure

Change file or folder structure

Read and Move Files

Move and read files through File Station

Perform WriteOnce Actions

Apply or modify WriteOnce settings to files

Search for Files or Folders

Filter through files or folders, or perform advanced search

Mount Remote Folders

Mount remote folders to navigate available network resources

Mount Virtual Drives

Mount virtual drives to access disc image contents

Share File Links

Share file links to allow people without DSM user credentials to download Synology NAS files

Note:

  • To create a shared folder, click Create > Create shared folder. This will take you to Control Panel > Shared Folder. Please note that shared folders can only be created by administrators in Control Panel > Shared Folder, and you need to create at least one shared folder to use File Station. For more information, please refer to Shared Folder.
  • You can use File Station to access the contents of your Hybrid Share folders. For more information, please refer to the articles under Hybrid Share.