QNAP QTS 4.5 Series, User Manual

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Shared Folder Encryption
Shared folders on the NAS can be encrypted with 256-bit AES encryption to protect data. Encrypted shared
folders can be mounted with normal read/write permissions but can only be accessed using the authorized
password. Encrypting shared folders protects sensitive data from unauthorized access if the drives are
physically stolen.
Encrypting a Shared Folder
Note
• Default shared folders cannot be encrypted.
• The volume or path of an encrypted folder cannot be changed.
• Encrypted folders cannot be accessed through NFS.
1. Go to Control Panel > Privilege > Shared Folders > Shared Folder .
2. Locate a shared folder.
3.
Under Action , click .
The Edit Properties window appears.
4. Select Encrypt this folder .
5. Specify the following information.
Field/Option Description
Input Password Specify a password that contains 8 to 32 characters except the
following: " $ : = \
This field does not support multibyte characters.
Verify Password The password must match the previously specified password.
Save encryption key When enabled, QTS automatically unlocks the shared folder after the
NAS restarts.
When disabled, users must unlock the folder after restarting the NAS.
For details, see
Unlocking a Shared Folder .
Note
QNAP strongly recommends exporting and saving the
encryption key. For details, see
Configuring Encryption
Settings .
The Folder Encryption window appears.
6. Review the information.
7. Click Yes .
Configuring Encryption Settings
1. Go to Control Panel > Privilege > Shared Folders > Shared Folder .
2. Locate an encrypted shared folder.
QTS 4.5.x User Guide
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