Mounting an NFS shared folder from Synology NAS to Proxmox VE is a common and reliable approach for providing shared storage in virtualization environments. This setup is widely used by system administrators to store virtual machine disks, backups, and ISO files efficiently.

NFS offers simplicity, performance, and compatibility, making it an ideal choice for NAS-to-hypervisor storage integration.

Why Use NFS with Proxmox VE?

Proxmox VE natively supports NFS storage and allows seamless integration with NAS devices such as Synology. Key benefits include:

• Centralized shared storage for multiple nodes

• Easy configuration and management

• Stable performance for VM and container workloads

• Native support in Proxmox VE without additional plugins

For homelabs and small to medium environments, NFS is often preferred over more complex storage protocols.

Synology NAS NFS Configuration Overview

Before mounting NFS on Proxmox VE, the NFS service must be enabled on Synology NAS. Administrators typically configure:

• NFS service in DSM

• Shared folder permissions

• Host-based access control

• Read/write privileges for Proxmox nodes

Proper permission mapping ensures secure and stable access between NAS and hypervisor.

Mounting NFS Share on Proxmox VE

Once the NFS service is configured on Synology NAS, Proxmox VE can mount the shared folder as external storage. This allows administrators to:

• Store VM disks on NAS

• Centralize backups and ISO images

• Share storage across multiple Proxmox nodes

• Improve storage flexibility without local disks

Proxmox manages NFS storage directly through its web interface, simplifying daily operations.

Common Use Cases

• VM and container storage

• Backup repository for Proxmox

• ISO image storage

• Homelab and test environments

This configuration is suitable for both learning environments and real-world virtualization deployments.

Best Practices and Notes

While NFS is easy to deploy, it is recommended to:

• Use a dedicated storage network or VLAN

• Ensure stable network connectivity

• Avoid using NFS for latency-sensitive workloads

• Regularly monitor NAS and Proxmox performance

Following these best practices helps maintain system stability and data integrity.

Conclusion

Mounting an NFS shared folder from Synology NAS to Proxmox VE is a proven and efficient solution for shared storage in virtualization environments. With proper configuration, this setup delivers reliability, flexibility, and ease of management for both homelab users and system administrators.