Why Synology NAS Is Great for Domoticz#
Your Synology NAS runs 24/7, uses minimal power, and has built-in Docker support. It's the perfect base for a home automation system - no extra hardware needed.
Requirements#
- Synology NAS with Intel CPU (DS220+, DS720+, DS920+ or newer)
- Docker (Container Manager) installed from Package Center
- At least 1 GB free RAM
- Admin account
Step 1: Install Docker#
Open Package Center and search for "Docker" (called "Container Manager" in newer DSM versions). Click Install.
Step 2: Pull the Domoticz Image#
Open Docker → Registry → search for domoticz/domoticz. Download the stable tag.
Or via SSH:
docker pull domoticz/domoticz:stable
Step 3: Create Data Folder#
In File Station, create /docker/domoticz/config. This is where Domoticz stores its database and configuration.
Step 4: Run the Container#
docker run -d \
--name domoticz \
--restart unless-stopped \
-p 8080:8080 \
-p 8443:443 \
-v /volume1/docker/domoticz/config:/opt/domoticz/userdata \
-e TZ=Europe/Warsaw \
--device /dev/ttyUSB0:/dev/ttyUSB0 \
domoticz/domoticz:stable
The
--deviceparameter is optional - only add it if you have a Z-Wave or Zigbee USB adapter.
Step 5: Initial Setup#
Open your browser and navigate to http://NAS-ADDRESS:8080. You should see the Domoticz dashboard.
Step 6: Remote Access with SmartHomeEntry#
Securely access your Domoticz from anywhere without opening router ports:
curl -fsSL https://get.smarthomeentry.com | bash -s -- YOUR_TOKEN
The SmartHomeEntry agent creates an encrypted SSH tunnel. Your Domoticz becomes accessible via HTTPS - securely, from anywhere.
Summary#
Synology NAS + Domoticz + SmartHomeEntry is a complete Smart Home solution: silent, energy-efficient hub with secure remote access. Total setup time: about 15 minutes.
