SYNOLOGY, HOMEBRIDGE, DOCKER

Installing Homebridge on Synology NAS with Docker

Installing Homebridge on Synology NAS with Docker

If you want to enhance your Synology NAS’s capabilities and integrate it into your smart home ecosystem, Homebridge is an excellent choice. Homebridge allows you to run HomeKit on your Synology NAS, enabling seamless communication with various smart home devices.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to install Homebridge on your Synology NAS using Docker, a lightweight containerization platform. Docker simplifies the installation process and ensures that Homebridge runs smoothly on your NAS.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following prerequisites in place:

1 Synology NAS: Ensure your NAS is up and running with the latest DSM (DiskStation Manager) version installed.

2 Docker Installed: Log into your NAS, launch the Package Center, and install Docker.

Installation Steps

Follow these steps to install Homebridge on your Synology NAS using Docker:

1 Create a Directory: Launch File Station on your NAS and navigate to the Docker directory. Create a directory named “homebridge” (all lowercase).

2 Set Up a Scheduled Task:

  • Navigate to Control Panel > Task Scheduler > Create > Scheduled Task > User-defined script.
  • In the Task field, type “Install Homebridge.” Uncheck the “Enabled” option. Select the root user.
  • For the schedule, select “Run on the following date,” and then choose “Do not repeat.”

3 Configure Task Settings:

  • Check the “Send run details by email” option and add your email address.
  • In the Run command area, paste the following command (be sure to update YOUR_NAS_HOSTNAME with your NAS’s hostname):
docker run -d --name=homebridge
-e DSM_HOSTNAME=YOUR_NAS_HOSTNAME
-e PACKAGES=ffmpeg
-v /volume1/docker/homebridge:/homebridge
--net=host
--restart always
oznu/homebridge:latest
  • Click OK to save the task.

4 Execute the Task: Select the “Install Homebridge” task and click the “Run” tab to execute the task. The installation process will take about 3-5 minutes.

5 Access Homebridge Config UI:

  • Open a web browser and navigate to http://SYNOLOGY-IP:8581.
  • Here, you can set up a new account or restore from a previous backup.

That’s it! You’ve successfully installed Homebridge on your Synology NAS using Docker. You now have a powerful smart home hub that can seamlessly integrate with your smart devices.

Conclusion

With Homebridge running on your Synology NAS, you have the flexibility to expand your smart home ecosystem and control various devices seamlessly. Enjoy the convenience and automation that HomeKit integration brings to your home.