Thanks Darren, you're very correct, but that post was referring only to my IPMI connection. Since I'm using Kubuntu 14.04LTS as my computer OS, I think I'll have to configure another wired device interface eth1 and attach it to my second LAN port. Does this sound correct to you? I'm asking because of the Occupation listed under your Avatar.
I've been reading that I need to be careful of the IPMI port because it is more easily exploited when hacking into a network. I figure if it's a direct connection between my computer and the NAS, even getting unauthorized access to the LAN wouldn't allow unauthorized access to the IPMI port. Again, please correct me if I'm wrong or tell me if there's a more elegant way of getting the results I want. I think that's it for tonight. Right now, I'm going to take your suggestion and check out security onion. Thanks. TTYL.
Mark