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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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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. 

 

  • illiad's avatar
    illiad
    Tutor
    Apr 21, 2022

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

     

     

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      plemans
      Guru - Experienced User
      Apr 21, 2022

      Its all depending on how you think of a NAS. The hard drive connected to a router is considered the "poor man's" nas for many. 

      But it does work. and for those just doing basic things, it works well. But if you're needing more speed/performance/automation, then looking to a dedicated NAS is a good option. I used the hard drive connected to my router for a quite a while before I wanted more capabilities and built a home server to handle it.