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illiad
Tutor
Apr 20, 2022

Is it possible to transfer files from connected USB drive wirelessly to my android?

I have seen many post about using a Netgear router as a simple way to connect SSD storage. eg https://dongknows.com/turning-wi-fi-router-usb-port-into-a-nas-server/ (this is a 2 year old post, so t...
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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Apr 20, 2022

You should be able to do this. I routinely transfer files from my phone to my nas. Its as simply as moving them using whatever app you choose on your phone to the hard drive. the phone should be able to see it as a network drive. 

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    illiad
    Tutor
    Apr 20, 2022

    ** to clarify ***

     

    I DO NOT HAVE A NAS...

     

    I have a HDD, inside a case, powered externally. Please search the 'startech' website for s351bu313

    this is connected to the Nighthawk RAX50 using the supplied USB 3.1 Gen 2 cable.

     

    please  check my question 🙂

     

     

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      plemans
      Guru - Experienced User
      Apr 20, 2022

      I understand you don't have a nas. 

      Attaching the hard drive to the router makes a simple networked folder/drive. Same thing as a basic nas. (nas=network attached storage)

      Concept is really similar. I usually use ES file explorer or File manager and then just add the networked drive in its settings. 

       

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        illiad
        Tutor
        Apr 21, 2022

        Thanks for understanding! 🙂  there are other websites that say it is not a 'real nas '  , that is why... 🙂