Synology DSM Camera Support for Enhanced Home Security

S.C.O.R.E. → Safety → Security

Overview

With Synology DSM’s new camera support, homeowners can easily integrate surveillance cameras into their home network, enhancing security and monitoring capabilities. This feature allows for real-time viewing, recording, and management of camera feeds, providing peace of mind for families.

Benefits

• Improved home security through continuous video monitoring.
• Remote access to live camera feeds from anywhere via Synology DSM.
• Easy integration with existing Synology NAS systems for storage and management.

Intent

The purpose of this capability is to enable homeowners to utilize their Synology NAS devices as a centralized hub for managing security cameras. This integration facilitates enhanced monitoring and control, resulting in a safer home environment.

Preconditions

• A compatible Synology NAS device with DSM installed.
• At least one supported camera connected to the network.
• Proper configuration of network settings to allow camera integration.
• Home Assistant installed and configured.
• Application available and configured: Synology DSM.
• Integration available and authenticated: Zigbee2MQTT.
• Device installed and reachable: Energy Monitoring.

Actors

• Homeowner managing security
• Family members checking on the home
• Security personnel monitoring feeds

Trigger

The capability is triggered when a camera is powered on and connected to the network, allowing for live feed access and recording.

Workflow Diagram

flowchart TD
    A[Camera Powered On] -->|check| B{{Connected to Network?}}
    B -->|Yes| C[Stream Live Feed]
    C --> D[Record Footage]
    B -->|No| E[Error Notification]

Workflow Description

1. Camera Setup

Connect the camera to your home network and ensure it is powered on.

2. Add Camera to Synology DSM

Access the Synology DSM interface and navigate to the camera setup section to add the new camera.

3. Configure Recording Settings

Set up recording schedules, motion detection, and storage options for the camera feeds.

4. Monitor Live Feed

Use the Synology DSM interface or mobile app to view the live camera feed anytime.

5. Review Recorded Footage

Access the stored recordings to review past events or incidents captured by the camera.

Postconditions

After setup, the camera operates seamlessly within the Synology ecosystem, allowing for constant monitoring and recorded footage accessible remotely.

Optional Enhancements

• Integrate with Home Assistant for advanced capability and alerts.
• Set up motion detection alerts to notify homeowners of unusual activity.
• Enable cloud backup for recorded footage for additional security.

Recommended Components

Source Examples

• 2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is ?? – Home Assistant (homeassistant)