Leading Chinese dynamic DNS and network access service
Core Idea: Oray (Peanut Shell/花生壳) is a major Chinese dynamic DNS and network traversal service provider that offers solutions for remote access, dynamic DNS, and NAT penetration, particularly popular in the Chinese market.
Key Elements
Key Features
- Dynamic DNS services with oray.com subdomains
- Proprietary "Peanut Shell" client software
- NAT traversal capabilities
- Free and premium service tiers
- Specialized for Chinese market and networks
Technical Specifications
- Proprietary update protocol
- Custom client software for optimal performance
- IPv4 and IPv6 support
- Integrated network proxy capabilities
- Optimized for Chinese network infrastructure
Service Offerings
- Basic dynamic DNS (similar to traditional DDNS)
- Peanut Shell personal/professional editions
- Enterprise remote access solutions
- Cloud proxy services
- P2P connection facilitation
Use Cases
- Remote access to devices behind firewalls
- Home security camera access
- Remote desktop connections
- File sharing across restrictive networks
- IoT device management within China
Implementation Steps
- Register an account on oray.com
- Download the Peanut Shell client
- Configure with account credentials:
Using Peanut Shell Client
- Install the client software on your device
- Login with Oray account credentials
- Select services and connection options
- Configure port forwarding as needed
Router Integration
Many Chinese router manufacturers include built-in support for Oray services:
- Look for "Oray DDNS" or "Peanut Shell" in router settings
- Enter Oray account credentials
- Configure update frequency and options
Additional Connections
- Broader Context: Dynamic DNS (Oray provides DDNS services)
- Applications: Remote Access in China (specialized use case)
- See Also: No-IP (Western alternative), NAT Traversal Technologies (related concept)
References
- Oray official website: https://www.oray.com/
- Peanut Shell documentation (Chinese): https://hsk.oray.com/
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