Introduction
In this video, we will walk you through the process of installing Deluge on Synology. Deluge is a bittorrent downloader that offers a wide range of features and is a popular choice among users. By following the steps provided, you will be able to set up Deluge on your Synology NAS and start enjoying its benefits.
Step 1: Access the Package Center
To begin the installation process, open the Package Center on your Synology NAS. If you do not have access to the Package Center, you can refer to our previous video on how to add the Sino Community repository, which provides a great source of packages.
Step 2: Install Deluge
Once in the Package Center, navigate to the Community tab. Scroll down and locate Deluge from the list of available packages. Click on Deluge and then click on the Install button.
Step 3: Create the Download Folder
Before proceeding, it is important to create a download directory where your files will be saved. To create the download folder, go to the Control Panel, click on Shared Folder, and then click on Create. Enter the name “Downloads” for the folder and follow the prompts to complete the process.
Step 4: Configure Permissions
After creating the download folder, it is recommended to configure the permissions to ensure that Deluge has access to download files to it. Open the download folder in File Station, click on Edit, and then click on Permissions. Under Groups, select “sc download” and ensure that it has read-write access. Click on OK to save the changes.
Step 5: Access Deluge Web Interface
Now that Deluge is installed and the necessary folder is created, we can access the Deluge web interface. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your Synology NAS followed by port 8112. For example, if your IP address is 192.168.0.1, enter “192.168.0.1:8112” in the address bar. The default password for the web interface is “deluge”.
Step 6: Connect to Deluge
Once you have entered the web interface, click on “Host” and then click on “Connect” to establish a connection to your Deluge instance.
Step 7: Add Torrents
To start downloading torrents, click on “Add” and then paste the URL of the torrent file in the provided field. Click on “Add” again to initiate the download. You can monitor the progress of your downloads in the Deluge web interface.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and set up Deluge on your Synology NAS. With Deluge, you can now easily download and manage torrents directly from your NAS. If you have any questions or encounter any issues, please leave a comment below. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and enjoy using Deluge on your Synology NAS.
