6 Adding Remote sources
For details on the supported protocols and configuration
See: File sharing
Follow the steps (above) for adding a source, but when you get to the 'browse' section (step 4 & 5), you need to do one of the following:
If your remote device is visible from one of the existing choices (e.g 'Network File system' , 'UPnP Devices' etc)
Select a remote location, and you should be able to browse to the remote server.
If the device is not visible, or
It is a remote NAS
It is an SMB server
You will need to add a new network location:
Image 1- Select Add network location... from the Browse for new shares' list.
Image 2- In the new window select the correct Protocol for your Network Share, then select Server Name.
Image 3- Type in either the IP Address or the Device name of your server.
Note: if you use a dynamic IP for your NAS you could lose access to your shares if the IP changes. It is recommended that you use a static IP if adding your share this way.
Image 4-
4.1 In the Shared folder section, type in the name of the folder you wish to add. You will be required to add the drive letter eg f/Movies.
4.2 If your share requires a Username and Password enter them in the appropriate sections.
4.4 Select OK and your share should appear in the Browse for new share list shown in image 1
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