Can I use my QNAP NAS as a Wi-Fi access point?
The QNAP NAS cannot be directly used as a Wi-Fi access point. However, there is a feature called "Virtual Switch" that allows you to use the NAS as a bridge to connect other devices to an existing Wi-Fi network.
🔸 To use your QNAP NAS as a bridge:
1. Go to the QTS interface of your NAS.
2. Navigate to "Control Panel" > "Network & File Services" > "Network & Virtual Switch".
3. Click on "Virtual Switch" and create a new virtual switch.
4. Connect an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports on your Wi-Fi router to the NAS.
5. Connect another Ethernet cable from your computer to the NAS.
6. Configure the NAS to obtain an IP address automatically or assign a static IP address from your router.
7. Enable the virtual switch and connect the NAS to an existing Wi-Fi network.
🔸 By following these steps, your QNAP NAS will act as a bridge, allowing devices connected to it via Ethernet to access the Wi-Fi network.
Note: The speeds you can achieve using this setup will depend on the capabilities of your Wi-Fi network and the NAS hardware. Be aware that the NAS is primarily designed for network storage, so it may not provide the same performance as a dedicated Wi-Fi access point.
