Download Files

Follow the steps below to download files or folders from DiskStation to your computer.

To download files to your local computer:

  1. Select the files or folders you want to download. (Press and hold Shift or Ctrl while making multiple selections.)
  2. Choose Download from the Action menu, and then choose any of the following:
    Note:
  1. Under Windows environment, characters \ * ? " > | # % contained in the filename will be replaced by - after downloading.
  2. If you make multiple selections, File Station will archive your selections into a zip file before downloading.

Obtain the File/Folder’s Download Link

You can obtain the download link to a file or folder and share the link with other users.

To obtain a file or folder's download link:

  1. Select the file or folder for which you want to obtain its download link.
  2. Do one of the following to open the Properties window:
  3. Right-click the download link, and choose the pertinent function from the shortcut menu to copy the download link. The name of the function may vary depending on the web browser you are using.
  4. Send the link to other users via Email or instant messages. They can download the linked file or folder by entering their username and password.

Note: To download a file or folder with the download link, a valid username and password are required.