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Storage Network Attached Using Raspberry PI

R. Chithambaramani1, M.Sankar2, P. Sivaprakash3 D Marichamy4, S Yazhinian5

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Department of Computer Science and Engineering
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Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, India
2023 International Conference on System, Computation, Automation and Networking (ICSCAN) | 979-8-3503-1512-7/23/$31.00 ©2023 IEEE | DOI: 10.1109/ICSCAN58655.2023.10395651

r.chithambaramani@gmail.com,dsankarm@veltech.edu.in, drsivaprakashp@veltech.edu.in, marichamyd@veltech.edu.in,

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Abstract—Our dependence on the Internet is primarily to
II. LITERATURE REVIEW
blame for the rising market demand for more storage space. A
dedicated file server is provided by the network for file Alan et.al., (2015) [1] proposed a linux journal provides a
management. It is a standalone storage device that is properly step-by-step guide for building a NAS using a Raspberry Pi
connected to the network. It is easily accessible to any number of and the open-source software Samba. The au-thor explains
diverse clients due to its network availability. The Network how to configure the Raspberry Pi for file sharing, create
Attached Storage devices that are currently available on the
shared folders, and set up user authentication. The article also
market are highly overpriced and do not offer much room for
improvement. Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that dis- cusses some potential limitations of using a Raspberry Pi
these devices typically consume a fair amount of power. A low- for a NAS, such as performance and reliability is-sues.
cost, simple-to-configure NAS sys-tem is the goal of this proposed Raspberry Pi-Based Home NAS With Own cloud”. This paper
strategy. It also has Web Server capabilities and additional describes the setup of a Raspberry Pi-based NAS using Own
security features. It allows you to access data on and off the
cloud software. The authors provide a de-tailed guide on
network and provides you with a convenient, energy-efficient,
and always-on storage device. setting up the hardware and software, as well as performance
Index Terms— New Technology File System, Static IP address, testing and benchmarking.
Mac address, Sub- net mask, Port forwarding and Secure Socket Arjun Suresh et.al., (2019) [2] contributed to describes the
Shell design and implementation of a NAS using a Raspberry Pi and
the open-source software package Next cloud. The authors
I. INTRODUCTION
explain how to configure the Raspberry Pi for file sharing and
N If you have to deal with a lot of files and data, a network- remote access, and provide performance measurements and
attached storage (NAS) device is a great option. I usually store comparisons with other NAS solutions. The paper also
my personal data on an external HDD be-cause I have so discusses some potential limitations and future directions for
much work-related content on my PC internal HDD that it the system. Raspberry Pi as a NAS. This article presents a
doesn't have much room for it. However, every time someone step-by-step guide to setting up a Raspberry Pi as a NAS
in my family needs a file or photos, I have to plug in and copy using Samba software. The author high- lights the benefits of
them from my HDD. The operating system that was used in using a Raspberry Pi as a low cost and energy efficient
this setup is Open Media Vault OS, a free operating system solution for storing and sharing files.
that can be set up in homes and small offices. Numerous NAS Because computers are used, B.Priya et al. (2020) [3] added
systems can have one or more disk and possibly tape drives that surveillance and CCTV cameras are expensive. It sets
attached to increase total capacity. Instead of connect-ing to aside an excessive amount of space for ongoing recording and
the individual storage devices, clients always connect to the also needs personnel to identify unauthorized activity. But the
NAS head IP ad-dress. The NAS is typically accessed by Rasp-berry Pi system is significantly less expensive, has
clients through an Ethernet connection. The primary head of greater resolution, and uses less power than the current setup.
this setup is the NAS, which shows up on the network as a PIR sensors are employed in this instance as cheap yet
single node. effective human presence triggers. For small-scale personal
The fundamental point of this undertaking is to construct a area surveillance, this technology is appropriate.i.e., a private
practical distributed storage and information move framework office cabin, a lavatory in a bank or a parking entrance. When
which can be worked by ourselves. The creation of a low-cost, the movement is collected by a camera and temporarily stored
energy-efficient, and adaptable method for storing and sharing in a raspberry pi module after being recognized by a PIR
files over a network can be the goal of a project for NAS sensor inside the room.
(Network Attached Storage) made possible by the Raspberry Florian Wagner et.al., (2019) [4] analyzed blog post provides
Pi. The Raspberry Pi is a small computer with a single board an overview of different software options for building a NAS
that can be used as a basic server to host media, files, and with a Raspberry Pi, including OMV, Samba, and Next cloud.
other data. Among the specific objectives of such a project The author also discusses some hardware considerations, such
might be to configure the Raspberry Pi as a NAS server, as choosing the right storage device and network interface.
configuring the necessary software and protocols for file The post includes links to various tutorials and resources for
sharing over a local network, and optimizing the system for setting up a Raspberry Pi NAS. Design of a Low-Cost and
reliability, security, and performance. Other features that can Energy-Efficient Network Attached Storage Device Using
be included in the project may include remote access, Rasp- berry Pi” by F. A. Mohamad et al. (2019): This paper
automatic backup and synchronization, and media streaming proposes a design for a low cost and energy efficient NAS
capabilities. device using a Raspberry Pi and a 3.5-inch hard disk drive.
Manakula Vinayagar Institute of Technology The authors evaluate the performance and power consumption
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of the device, as well as the impact of various factors such as S. Goud et.al., (2021 ) [9] analyzed a Network Attached Stor
file size and network traffic. age using Raspberry Pi and Own Cloud ” presents a detailed
Mahesh Bhat et.al., (2017) [5] contributed to describes the guide on how to build a NAS using a Raspberry Pi and the
design and implementation of a NAS using a Raspberry Pi as Own Cloud software . The authors also conducted
the platform. The authors use the open- source software performance tests using the dd and iperf tools and found that
package Open Media Vault (OMV) to create a NAS system the NAS had a maximum throughput of 30 .98 MB /s.
with support for file sharing, media streaming, and remote Raspberry Pi NAS build a Raspberry Pi Samba Server” by Les
access. The paper provides de- tailed instructions for setting Pounder : This article published in MakeUseOf provides a
up the hardware and software components, as well as step-by-step guide for setting up a Samba-based NAS using a
performance measurements and comparisons with other NAS Raspberry Pi. It covers topics such as installing and con-
solutions. Raspberry Pi-Based Home Network Attached figuring the Samba software, setting up the shared folder with
Storage System” by J. Zhang et al. (2020). This paper access permissions, and connecting to the NAS from a remote
presents a Raspberry Pi- based NAS system that includes a device . The article also discusses various options for
web interface for managing files and accessing the NAS expanding the storage capacity of the NAS. The literature
remotely. The authors evaluate the system’s performance and suggests that using a Raspberry Pi as a NAS device can be a
compare it to other NAS solutions, as well as discuss cost-effective and customizable solution for home and small
potential applications and future improvements. business users.
The practical implementation of video data transfer to The Performance of Free NAS and NAS for free as Network
network storage using WLAN has been implemented Attached Storage (NAS) Network Operating Systems on
successfully, and tests run by the setup are accurate with a Local Area Networks (LAN) was the subject of a comparative
perfect data transfer rate. P. M. Corcoran et al. (2019)[6] investigation proposed by Tajuddin et al. in 2019 [10].
proposed practical aspects of video data transfer to network published by JISIKA. The access test based on the device was
storage using 802.11 WLAN technology for low-end successfully completed by accessing via smartphone and
consumer digital cameras. Results of research into a data- desktop devices, then simultaneously testing access, the user
expansion system using the Raspberry Pi as a file server can access their own cloud service, according to the test
alternative to the PC, which can manage data-expansion and results in the research that has been done. The best home
data-pertukaran processes in the LP3SDM AZRA Palem- media server is the Raspberry Pi 4 NAS, according to Alex
bang to facilitate work-related activities. A person's Cox. An in-depth tutorial for setting up a NAS with several
fingerprints, palm prints, handwriting, vein pattern, facial hard drives based on a Raspberry Pi 4 is provided in this
features, visage, and other biometric features, such as voice TechRadar article. In this study, a low-cost and
patterns, can all be used to identify them. straightforward NAS system for educational use, using a
Peng et.al., (2021) [7] proposed a Network Storage Raspberry Pi and external hard drives. The authors provide a
Framework Based on SAN,” The world is growing fast along step-by-step guide for setting up the sys- tem and demonstrate
with the data storage so, our data stage framework is an its use in a classroom setting for file sharing and
efficient framework and transfers the data from sender side to collaboration. They also discuss the potential educational
receiver end within a short period of time. Building a Low- benefits of using a NAS system in the class-room, such as
Cost NAS with a Raspberry Pi” by George Smith: This promoting teamwork and data management skills.
article published in Linux Journal provides a detailed step-
III. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
by-step guide for setting up a NAS using a Raspberry Pi. It
covers topics such as configuring the Raspberry Pi’snetwork A. Existing System
settings, installing the necessary software packages, and The cloud storage services in these days are very expensive
creating a shared folder with access permissions. The article which comes with a limited storage, the service cost is very
also discusses various options for connecting to the NAS, high that a common man cannot afford the price not only the
including Samba and NFS. cost but also the storage capacity provided by the company is
R. Revanth et al.'s (2019) [8] presentation discussed how to less, with that they can buy a new storage drive. High cost,
use NAS (Network Attached Storage) to create a personal extra charges on using trial period, requires maintenance,
cloud storage.Installing an application from the NAS drive annual charges on using their services. Open Media Vault
allowed us to successfully test the NAS's functioning. The provides a web based interface for managing the NAS and
results of the tests do not yet reflect the quality of a virtual supports a range of file systems, including EXT4, BTRFS,
cloud server created with Virtual Box. With this, it is and NTFS. Next cloud and Own cloud are also self hosted
essential to follow up in order to offer users of this cloud file sharing and collaboration platforms that can be used as
storage service decent service. "Using a Raspberry Pi as a NAS solutions, and both can be installed on a Raspberry Pi
NAS (Network Attached Storage) Device" Piyush K. Singh using specialized images. Performance limitations: The
The use of a Raspberry Pi as a NAS device is described in Raspberry Pi has a relatively modest processor and memory
this Medi-um article. It addresses issues including picking compared to dedicated Network-Attached Storage (NAS)
the best NAS gear and software, configuring the network devices or other servers. This may limit the performance of
settings, and more. certain applications, especially if the existing system requires a
high amount of processing power or band- width.

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B. Proposed System Make sure to note down or remember the IP address of the pi.
3.1. Existing System There are six main components : Web Application ,
Authentication and User Input, Authorization Control, File
The cloud storage services in these days are very expensive Storage , Network Share , and Remote Access . The Web
which comes with a limited storage , the service cost is very
Application component provides the user interface for
high that a common man cannot afford the price not only the
cost but also the storage capacity provided by the company is accessing the network attached storage system . This
less, with that they can buy a new storage drive . High cost, component interacts with the Authentication and User Input
extra charges on using trial period, requires maintenance , . This architecture diagram represents the various
annual charges on using their services . Open Media Vault components and interactions involved in a network attached
provides a web based interface for managing the NAS and storage system using a Raspberry Pi , showing how user
supports a range of file systems , including EXT 4, BTRFS , authentication and authorization are managed, how files are
and NTFS . Next cloud and Own cloud are also self hosted stored and accessed , and how the storage system can be
file sharing and collaboration platforms that can be used as accessed both locally and remotely.
NAS solutions , and both can be installed on a Raspberry Pi IV. RESULT AND DISCUSSION
using specialized images . Performance limitations : The
Raspberry Pi has a relatively modest processor and memory A. Efficiency of the Proposed System
compared to dedicated Network -Attached Storage (NAS) A great tool to have if you work with lots of files and data
devices or other servers . This may limit the performance of is network attached storage, or NAS for short. My internal PC
certain applications, especially if the existing system requires HDD only has so much space for work-related stuff, so I often
a high amount of processing power or band- width. store my personal data on an external HDD. However, eve-ry
3.2. System Architecture time a member of my family requires a file or photo, I have to
plug in the external HDD and copy the necessary files. Open
Data can be retrieved from a centralised disc capacity by Media Vault OS, a debian operating system that is free to
multiple users and a variety of client devices using network- install in households and small offices, is the operating system
attached storage, or NAS. A typical Ethernet connection is utilised in this configuration. Many NAS systems support the
used by users on a Local Area Network (LAN) to access the attachment of one or more disc (and even tape) drives to boost
shared storage. You might also want to think about giving the overall capacity. Clients never connect to specific storage
NAS extra features like remote access, backup and devices; instead, they always use the NAS head IP address.
synchronization, and media streaming capabilities, depending Clients often use an Ethernet connection to access the NAS.
on your particular needs. Cost-effectiveness: When compared The main node in this configuration, the NAS, appears on the
to many other Network Attached Storage (NAS) or server network as a single node.
solutions, the Raspberry Pi is a cheap device, making it a
cost- effective solution for small-scale or budget conscious OpenMediaVault is a popular open source NAS software
projects. that can be installed on Raspberry Pi. It supports various file
systems, RAID configurations, and provides several services
like FTP, SMB/CIFS, NFS, and more. Next cloud is open-
source software that can be installed on a Raspberry Pi for
NAS purposes. It provides file syncing, calendar, contacts,
and many other features. Own Cloud is similar to Next cloud
and provides similar features for personal cloud storage. Free
NAS is a Free BSD based operating system that provides NAS
features and can be installed on a Raspberry Pi using a plugin.
Network Attached Storage or NAS for short is a really good
device to have if you are dealing with a large number of files
and data. I have so much of my work related content on my
PC Internal HDD that it leaves not much room for my personal
data, so I usually store them on an external HDD, but each time
someone in my family needs any file or photos which have
to plug
Fig. 1. Architecture diagram For Raspberry Pi With NAS B. Analysis of Proposed system
In the Fig. 1 first and foremost is to gather all the A proposed system for Raspberry Pi could involve using it
components required for the setup. Connect the TP link as a small scale server or as a device for Internet Of Things
router to the power supply and connect the ethernet cable (IOT) applications. With its low power consumption and
port of the router to the port of the raspberry pi. Make sure compact size, the Raspberry Pi can be used to run a variety
the router is connected to modem for internet access. Next of applications such as web servers, media centers, and home
log on to the router setting page the default IP address of the automation systems. One possible setup could be to use the
the router is 192.168.0.1 in then hop to dhcp client list and Raspberry Pi as a file server, allowing users to access and share
find the IP address of the raspberry pi. files within a local network.
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Another option is to use it as a smart home controller ,

allowing users to automate and control various aspects of their
home such as lighting , heating , and security systems . The [1] Alan W.Smith, ”A step-by-step guide for building a
Raspberry Pi can also be used for monitoring and data NAS using a Raspberry Pi and the open-source software
collection in IOT applications , such as tracking temperature Samba,” pp.30653-30682, 2015.
and humidity levels or monitoring energy usage. Overall , the
versatility of the Raspberry Pi makes it a great choice for a [2] Arjun Suresh and Vishnu M Nair, ”The design and
wide range of projects and applications.The Raspberry Pi could implementation of a NAS using a Raspberry Pi and the open-
be used as the central device to control various smart home source software package Next cloud,” 12(1), p.235, 2019.
devices such as lights , locks , and thermostats . The system [3] B.Priyaet, ”The existing system Raspberry pi system is
could be designed to be scalable , allowing users to easily add much cheaper with better resolution and low power consumption
new devices and automate various routines using a user feature,” 35, pp.113- 123, 2017
friendly interface . The Raspberry Pi could also be equipped [4] Florian Wagner (2019), ”An overview of different
with sensors to monitor environmental conditions such as software options for building a NAS with a Raspberry Pi,
temperature, humidity, and air quality, providing users with real including OMV, Samba, and Next cloud,” 7, pp.61904-61919,
time data and alerts . Additionally , the system could be 2019.
integrated with voice assistants such as Amazon Alexa or [5] Mahesh Bhat and Vinay Umarji, ”To create a NAS
Google Assistant , allowing users to control their smart home system with support for file sharing, media streaming, and
devices using voice commands . Overall , a smart home remote access,” VoL.5, No.1(ISSN: 2348-137X), 2017.
automation system built on Raspberry Pi could offer users a [6] P. M. Corcoran, “Practical aspects of video data transfer
cost effective and customizable solution for managing their to network storage using 802.11 WLAN technology for low end
smart home devices. consumer digital cameras,” vol.11, no.2, pp. 17-22 , 2019.
The Raspberry Pi involve building a custom computer vision [7] Peng, Y., Zhu, Y, “A Network Storage Framework
platform using the popular single board computer. This Based on SAN,” The 7th International Conference on Computer
system could be designed to take in live video feeds from Science and Education (ICCSE), 22(5), p.2069, 2021.
cameras or other sources, and use advanced algorithms and [8] R. Revanth, “Testing the NAS functionality was
machine learning models to analyze the visual data. This successfully carried out by installing an application stored on the
could have ap- plications in a variety of fields, such as NAS drive,” vol.49, no.4, pp.902–910, 2019.
security, surveillance, and industrial automation. To [9] S. Goud and S. Shinde, ”The authors also conducted
implement such a system, one could start by selecting performance tests using the dd and iperf tools and found that the
appropriate cameras and sensors, and then build the NAS had a maximum throughput of 30.98 MB/s,” 147,
necessary hardware and software components to process and p.107077, 2021.
interpret the visual data. The resulting system could be used [10] Tajuddin. A, ”Comparative Analysis of the Performance
to provide real time monitoring and analysis of various of Free NAS and NAS4FREE as Network Attached Storage
environments, enabling organizations to improve safety, (NAS) Network Operat- ing Systems on Local Area Networks
efficiency, and productivity. Additionally, such a system (LAN)”, 9, P96-32, 2019.
could be extended and customized as needed to meet the
specific needs of different users and applications
V. CONCLUSION
Cloud storage is an emerging technology and has a great
changing impact on the way businesses and organizations
manage their information and data. Cloud storage provides
massive scalability, high performance, data resiliency, and
99.999 percent readability. There are four different types
of deployment models of cloud storage provided by
cloud services provider according to the requirements of the
clients. The general architecture of the cloud storage is also
discussed in the article along with the pros and cons. Based
on the test results in the research that has been done, it can be
concluded that the access test based on the device was
successfully carried out by accessing via smartphone and
desktop devices, then simultaneously testing access, the user
can access the own cloud service, Testing the NAS
functionality was successfully carried out by installing an
application stored on the NAS drive. This setup is also cost
effective and economically affordable.
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