So I know this might sound like a dumb question, but it's something I've thought about and couldn't find the answer to. Is it possible to connect a NAS with a gigabit port directly to your computer's (MBP) ethernet port and use it like a basic external hard drive?
I know this would mean that others wouldn't be able to access it, but as of now I only have one mbp that I would like to connect to it and my router is in another room, so attaching it to the network doesn't seem like the best way to set this up for my situation. I'm considering buying a NAS (leaning towards a Synoloy DS411J) and connecting it to my network in the future, but for now this is the way I would like to ideally use it.
Also, if this did work, would i still be able to connect to my router wirelessly for internet like I do now?
Thanks!
I know this would mean that others wouldn't be able to access it, but as of now I only have one mbp that I would like to connect to it and my router is in another room, so attaching it to the network doesn't seem like the best way to set this up for my situation. I'm considering buying a NAS (leaning towards a Synoloy DS411J) and connecting it to my network in the future, but for now this is the way I would like to ideally use it.
Also, if this did work, would i still be able to connect to my router wirelessly for internet like I do now?
Thanks!