Video guide: initial configuration of QNAP TS-133 and NAS series

Video guide: initial configuration of QNAP TS-133 and NAS series

Aug 19, 2025

How to Set Up and Initialize QNAP TS-133 – Complete Installation Guide

If you are setting up your QNAP TS-133 or another entry-level NAS device (TS-130, TS-131P) for the first time, this guide will walk you through the full process – from discovery via Qfinder Pro to browser-based initialization and basic security settings. This article is aimed at technical users who want a fast, repeatable, and secure setup for home or small business environments. At the end, you’ll also find an overview of why QNAP NAS devices are the smart choice for centralized storage, backup, and data access.

What You’ll Learn from the Video

  • How to discover QNAP TS-133 on your local network using Qfinder Pro
  • Initial setup via a web browser (QTS Smart Installation Guide)
  • Creating admin and user accounts with proper access policies
  • Enabling essential security features from day one
  • Applicable for TS-133, TS-130, TS-131P

Step-by-Step Initial Setup

Step 1: Discover the device with Qfinder Pro

Download Qfinder Pro for Windows/macOS and scan your network. Once your NAS is detected with an IP address, select Configure/Initialize or open it in your browser. Ensure that your PC and NAS are on the same subnet, and that no VPN or firewall is blocking discovery protocols (mDNS/UDP).

Step 2: Browser-based initialization (QTS)

Open the NAS web interface (http://). The QTS Smart Installation Guide will guide you through:

  1. Device name (hostname) and language settings
  2. Date/Time configuration and NTP sync
  3. Storage pool and volume setup if new drives are installed
  4. Network configuration – default DHCP, or static IP if required
  5. Admin account – create a strong password, avoid defaults

Step 3: User accounts and permissions

Create individual user accounts instead of sharing admin credentials:

  • Groups (e.g., admins, power-users, read-only) for simplified management
  • Shared folders with access control based on the principle of least privilege
  • SMB/NFS/AFP depending on environment; for Windows use SMB with signing if needed

Step 4: Basic security policies

  • 2FA for admins and critical accounts
  • Automatic updates for QTS/QuTS and apps
  • Network Access Protection (block after repeated failed logins)
  • Disable unnecessary services (UPnP, unused protocols)
  • Backups & Snapshots – configure Hybrid Backup Sync for cloud/offsite

Why Choose QNAP NAS

QNAP NAS devices combine centralized storage, advanced security, and a rich ecosystem of apps, making them suitable for both home and business environments:

  • Centralized storage with fast access via SMB/NFS/FTP and web
  • Security & reliability – RAID, Snapshots, backup, encryption
  • Remote access with myQNAPcloud and mobile apps
  • Versatility – virtualization, containers, media server, surveillance
  • Scalability – from entry-level TS-133 to enterprise-grade systems

Explore the full QNAP NAS portfolio at Persy and find the right model for your storage, backup, or virtualization needs.

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