Synology nas mail server
Synology NAS (Network-Attached Storage) devices can be configured to run a mail server, allowing you to send and receive emails from your NAS device. Here's a step-by-step guide to set up a mail server on your Synology NAS:
Prerequisites:
- Synology NAS device with DSM 6.2 or later
- A valid domain name (e.g., example.com)
- A static IP address for your NAS device
- A mail client (e.g., Thunderbird, Outlook) to test the mail server
Step 1: Enable Mail Server
- Log in to your Synology NAS device using the web interface.
- Go to Control Panel > Mail Server.
- Click on Enable Mail Server and follow the prompts to configure the mail server.
Step 2: Configure Mail Server Settings
- Set the Mail Server Name to your domain name (e.g., example.com).
- Set the Mail Server Port to 25 (default) or a custom port of your choice.
- Set the Mail Server Authentication to Plain Text or SSL/TLS depending on your preference.
- Set the Mail Server Relay to None or a relay server of your choice.
- Set the Mail Server Quota to a desired value (e.g., 100 MB).
Step 3: Configure Mail Accounts
- Go to Control Panel > Mail Server > Mail Accounts.
- Click on Create to create a new mail account.
- Enter the Username, Password, and Email Address for the new account.
- Set the Mailbox Quota to a desired value (e.g., 100 MB).
- Click Create to create the new mail account.
Step 4: Configure Mail Client
- Set up your mail client (e.g., Thunderbird, Outlook) to connect to your Synology NAS mail server.
- Enter the Mail Server Name (e.g., example.com), Username, and Password.
- Set the Mail Server Port to the value you configured earlier (e.g., 25).
- Click Connect to test the connection.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- Check the Synology NAS mail server logs for any errors or issues.
- Verify that your domain name is properly configured and pointing to your Synology NAS device.
- Check your mail client settings to ensure they match the Synology NAS mail server settings.
By following these steps, you should be able to set up a mail server on your Synology NAS device.