trunass

[rick1327]

how would i get external access to truenass like web address are a ftp address is a tutorial on how to do it i got local ftp access but no external thanks

 

[Samuel Tai]

Exposing FTP to the Internet is a bad idea, security-wise. You should look at this resource about setting up a jail with ProFTPd to serve SFTP instead.

 

[elvisimprsntr]

Do not port forward your NAS directly to the internet. That is a monstrously bad idea. It puts your data and home network at risk to potential ransomware or other malicious attacks.

Combating Ransomware with TrueNAS

TrueNAS is designed with security in mind. Ransomware can be prevented if TrueNAS is configured properly.

www.ixsystems.com

Your ISP will likely block SMB ports, so you will need to use a VPN. TrueNAS has OpenVPN server built in. There are other options depending on your network kit (router, firewall, etc.)

/core/coretutorials/services/configuringopenvpn/

Better official documentation for OpenVPN on TrueNAS 12

Here are some suggestions to improve the official documentation for OpenVPN on TrueNAS 12. I would also like to suggest some improvements to the user interface. 1. OpenVPN Server - If you want to allow connections to your OpenVPN Server from the Internet or accross the Internet, you will need...

www.truenas.com

Then access your NAS securely via VPN from smartphone or computer, then you can securely access NAS SMB shares, SSH, any protocol, etc.

I do it all the time from my iPhone and Mac, but I use IPSec VPN on my pfSense firewall. IPSec is built in to iOS and macOS, which eliminates the need to install a separate VPN client. It just works!

 

[rick1327]

how would i get external access to truenass like web address are a ftp address is a tutorial on how to do it i got local ftp access but no external thanks

how would you type in the external address from a web browser