In this post I will describe how to configure FreeBSD, FreeNAS and rsync to securely backup files located on FreeNAS to a FreeBSD machine located at a remote location. All steps involved assume you have a running implementation of FreeBSD and FreeNAS. The software versions used in this post were as follows:
Hello,I dont know. I use windows username/password to access the mp3 windows share. In the settings/external storages/ SMB-CIFS folder i have successfully managed to mount \server\mp3 folder and i see the green checkmark on the left of the folder. On the windows server 2019 i have created a windows user (www-data) and i use this user/password as Global credentials in this settings page to access this windows server from nextcloud over SMB. This windows share is mounted only from within nextcloud, not on the OS level (fstab).On the windows server i have created this www-data windows user and granted him read permissions over the mp3 folder. And also i have granted him read permissions on the sharing level.As far as i can see, nextcloud successfully mounts this SMB share and all the mp3 files are visible in the External Storages folder, which i have named mp3. Users can open that folder and see the mp3 files in the file manager of nextcloud.But in the setting / Audio player, when i specify that folder (/mp3/), or a subfolder, the file popup does not see any file. It sees all the subfolders, but not files. It can go several levels deep in the mp3 folders, but it never sees any file. Only folders.
remote web file manager for freenas
WebDAV is an extension of the HTTP protocol that allows users to manage files on remote servers. There are many ways to use a WebDAV server, you can, for example, share Word or Excel documents with your colleagues by uploading them to your WebDAV server. You can also share your music collection with your family and friends by simply giving them a URL. All of this can be achieved without them installing any additional software as everything is built right into their operating system.
FreeNAS is based on ZFS, which is an open-source file system, a RAID controller and an enterprise-level volume manager, which guarantees perfect data integrity. Eliminates most, if not all, of the deficiencies found in legacy file systems and hardware RAID devices. Among the other basic and advanced features, which make FreeNAS a professional choice, we find a sophisticated web interface, the ability to create SMB / CIFS shares (Windows File shares), NFS (Unix File shares), AFP (Apple File Shares) and iSCSI (block sharing), the ability to connect via FTP and S3 (based on Minio), and data snapshot and replication capabilities.
Please note that the OOB network connecting your bare-metal servers is separated from the private network and the Internet. As such, your server's iDRAC can't access any remote file shares by default. You should turn the "Enable public access for 24 hours" feature to allow your server's iDRAC to access external networks.
When it comes to accessing the data on your NAS on a file and folder level, I think it would be fair to say that Synology DSM and TrueNAS Core have quite differing views on this, especially when it comes to browser level access. Having all of your data in a stable, secure and robust hardware storage server is all well and good, but what good is it all if you cannot access it and via the means that best suit your client hardware. Both systems support numerous popular file protocols and storage sharing services that allow you to view and interact with your storage in their respectively tailored ways (mapped network drives, network mounted SMBs, remote internet-accessible WebDav protocols, iSCSI Targets & LUNS and many, many more. However, after that, the distinctions between Synology DSM and TrueNAS Core in web browser access and tailored proprietary file/folder access becomes very notable. Of the two, Synology DSM is much more accessible domestically and uses less complex means. One of the most oddly glaring advantages that less technical users will appreciate that is almost completely absent on TrueNAS is a simple file/folder explorer that is accessible in the web browser. This is not just a bog-standard breadcrumb structure viewer, but is a complete file manager with the ability to copy, paste, cut, archive, compress, view images, bolt-on remote storage, share files and more. This is usable in the DSM GUI on your web browser and is remarkably responsive, as well as client applications for iOS and Android that allow you to remotely access your Synology NAS storage on a file/folder level and manage the contents as you would in Windows File Explorer or MacOS Finder natively. The fact that this is not a native and easy option in TrueNAS is very surprising and although the file/folder breadcrumb structure can be accessed in a much more basic level (as well as in a detailed fashion by 3rd party applications and services) it is a really surprising omission on TrueNAS.
Synology DO support a variety of services and protocols and many are available to be viewed, configured and actioned in the control panel>file services, however, they do prioritize iSCSI mounting services for those that want to bolt-on areas of Synology services remotely to an existing network more than most other services in DSM, with the dedicated SAN manager. From here you can create some quite detailed targets and LUNS for use in everything from bog-standard 100M networks all the way up to 10/25/40G Fibre Channel networks.
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syncthing-gtkAUR provides a GTK graphical user interface, desktop notifications and integration with the file managers Nautilus, Nemo and Caja.Syncthing can be launched by Syncthing-GTK: use the interface settings to run syncthing-gtk at startup, and to state whether to launch the syncthing daemon.
syncthingtrayAUR complements the Web-GUI by providing a Qt-based system tray icon and desktop notifications. There exists a desktop environment neutral version and a plasmoid for Plasma 5. It also provides integration with systemd and the Dolphin file manager.
The faster way to share files is to simply turn your computer into an FTP server so that users can connect remotely and download the files. Windows has a built-in feature for setting up a FTP server in the Professional and Ultimate editions, but it requires quite a bit of technical knowledge to get working. Luckily, there are a couple of open source programs that streamline the process considerably, leaving you with only a few things to configure on your own.
Operating systems for a NAS server are basically special software that supports typical server tasks. For example, you enable file sharing for Windows or macOS devices, they stream content to DLNA-enabled devices and can serve as a mail server, and the like. They generally have a command-line interface but for management, one can control the NAS server remotely from a local or another device via the browser GUI web interface. Here is the list that includes all popular Linux Distros based on Linux or FreeBSD meant to use for storage management purposes.
Own cloud is a self-hosted personal cloud platform for file sync and share. It provides access to your files and folders through an intuitive web interface or mobile app locally and remotely. While if you talk about hardcore NAS application which runs on your old hardware or some powerful server or a NAS box it can provide advanced security, RAID and protocols, plugins and more. Even in FreeNAS, you can install the own cloud plugin to get the own cloud functionality. So, if you just want a simple, easy to use open source personal cloud software then the Own cloud is one of the best available in the market.
What is ZFS? ZFS is an enterprise-ready open source file system, RAID controller, and volume manager with unprecedented flexibility and an uncompromising commitment to data integrity. It eliminates most, if not all of the shortcomings found in legacy file systems and hardware RAID devices. Once you go to ZFS, you will never want to go back. 2ff7e9595c
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