Chapter 3: Modify System Settings; Use Control Panel - Synology DiskStation DS216j Quick Installation Manual

Modify System Settings
Chapter 3:
After you have connected to Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) and learned how to access its functions and
customize its appearance, users belonging to the administrators group can begin to modify basic settings.
This chapter explains the basics of modifying network settings, display languages, time, and energy saving
features. For more detailed instructions, please see

Use Control Panel

Choose Control Panel from the
The DSM settings on the Control Panel are grouped into the following categories:

File Sharing: Manage file sharing options to host your files and share with other people easily.
 Connectivity: Make your Synology NAS accessible over the Internet, and protect it with security mechanisms
such as firewall and auto block.
 System: Manage system settings for your Synology NAS device.
 Applications: Manage general settings related to Synology-designed applications.
Note: Control Panel is accessible only to users belonging to the administrators group. See "Create Groups" for
more information.
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DSM Help.
Main Menu to configure DSM settings.
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