Synology RackStation RS3614xs+ Quick Installation Manual

Synology RackStation RS3614xs+ Quick Installation Manual

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Synology RackStation RS3614xs+
Quick Installation Guide
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  • Page 1 Synology RackStation RS3614xs+ Quick Installation Guide Synology_QIG_RS3614xs+_20130918...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents ............................... 3 Synology RackStation at a Glance ........................4 Safety Instructions ............................... 5 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation ........................6 Install Drives ................................ 6 Add a RAM Module on RackStation ........................8 Add a Network Interface Card to RackStation ....................
  • Page 3: Chapter 1: Before You Start

    Before You Start Chapter 1: Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new RackStation, please check the package contents to verify that you have received the items below. Also, make sure to read the safety instructions carefully to avoid harming yourself or damaging your RackStation.
  • Page 4: Synology Rackstation At A Glance

    RackStation to “Not Installed” status so that DiskStation Manager can be reinstalled. Connect Synology Expansion Units to your Synology RackStation. Expansion Port --------- For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your RackStation, visit www.synology.com. 4 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Keep away from direct sunlight and from chemicals. Make sure the environment does not experience abrupt changes in temperature or humidity. Place the product right side up at all times. Do not place near any liquids. Before cleaning, unplug the power cord. Wipe with damp paper towels. Do not use chemical or aerosol cleaners.
  • Page 6: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    Tools and Parts for Drive Installation  A screwdriver  At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA drive (please visit www.synology.com for compatible drive models.) Warning: If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all data. If you still need the data, please back it up before installation.
  • Page 7  For 2.5” drives: Place the drive in the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten screws into the four spots indicated below to secure the drive. 3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty hard drive bay. Important: Make sure the drive tray is completely inserted.
  • Page 8: Add A Ram Module On Rackstation

    Add a RAM Module on RackStation Synology offers RAM modules which allow you to expand the memory capacity of your RackStation. To install, check, or remove your RAM module, please follow the steps below. Install a RAM Module 1 Shut down the RackStation and disconnect all connected cables to prevent any possible damage.
  • Page 9 b Remove the two screws located on the back. Then slide the top cover in the direction indicated below and lift. c Remove the screws of the securing bracket and remove the securing bracket to reveal the RAM slots. Important: Removing the cover will expose sensitive internal components to possible harm.
  • Page 10 1 Start up your RackStation. (See “Start up the RackStation” for more information.) 2 Install DSM. (See “Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation” for more information.) 3 Log in to Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) with an account belonging to the administrators group. 4 Check...
  • Page 11: Add A Network Interface Card To Rackstation

    For greater performance, we highly recommend installing the network interface card into the PCI-E 3.0x8 (white) slot first. c Tighten the screw to secure the network interface card. --------- For more information about supported 10G/E or Gigabit network interface cards, visit www.synology.com. 11 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 12: Replace Malfunctioning Fan

    Replace Malfunctioning Fan Your Synology RackStation comes equipped with multiple cooling fans. In the event of a fan malfunction, the RackStation will emit a beeping sound. This section will guide you through the steps necessary to replace a malfunctioning fan.
  • Page 13 4 Find the malfunctioning fan and lift it upward to remove. 5 Apply firm pressure to the power plug and slide it off the power port as shown below. Then remove the malfunctioning fan from the fan casing. 6 Slide a new fan into the casing. Plug the power cord into the power port. 7 Slide the new cooling fan unit into the RackStation.
  • Page 14: Start Up The Rackstation

    Start up the RackStation 1 Connect one end of each power cord to the power ports located on the back of the RackStation and the other end to a power outlet. 2 Connect at least one LAN cable to one of the LAN ports and the other end to your switch, router, or hub. 3 Make sure the Power Supply On/Off Switch is turned on ("|").
  • Page 15 4 Press the power button to turn on the RackStation. Your RackStation is now online and detectable from a network computer. 15 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 16: Chapter 3: Install Dsm On Rackstation

    Synology NAS. We highly recommend using Synology’s Web Assistant to install DSM with a web browser. Synology Web Assistant can automatically download the latest software from the Internet and guide you through installation. Install DSM with Web Assistant...
  • Page 17: Learn More

    Congratulations! Your RackStation is set up now. Refer to the User’s Guide in the installation disc for advanced settings and management. For more information or online resources about your RackStation, please visit www.synology.com. 17 Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation...
  • Page 18: Appendix A: Specifications

    ‧External: EXT4, EXT3, FAT, NTFS, HFS+ (Read/Write) ‧Basic ‧JBOD ‧RAID 0 ‧RAID 1 Supported RAID Types ‧RAID 5 ‧RAID 5+Spare ‧RAID 6 ‧RAID 10 ‧Synology Hybrid RAID (Up to 2-Disk Fault Tolerance) Agency Certifications ‧FCC Class A ‧CE Class A ‧BSMI Class A HDD Hibernation...
  • Page 19: Appendix B: Led Indicator Table

    (on left side of jack) No network Green Static Gigabit connection Rear LAN Orange Static 10/100 Mb connection (on right side of jack) No network Note: Model specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to www.synology.com for the latest information.
  • Page 20 IMPORTANT–READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA") IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR A SINGLE ENTITY) AND SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICAN CORP AND SYNOLOGY UK LTD., (COLLECTIVELY, "SYNOLOGY") FOR ANY SYNOLOGY SOFTWARE, TOGETHER WITH ANY OTHER ASSOCIATED FIRMWARE, MEDIA, PRINTED MATERIALS AND "ONLINE"...
  • Page 21 Section 16. Termination. Without prejudice to any other threatened breach of any provision of this EULA relating to rights, Synology may terminate this EULA if you do not abide Synology's intellectual property rights. by the terms and conditions contained herein. In such event, you must cease use of the Software and destroy all copies of Section 20.
  • Page 22 THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ("WARRANTY") APPLIES TO THE PRODUCTS (AS DEFINED BELOW) OF SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICA CORP AND SYNOLOGY UK LTD., (COLLECTIVELY, "SYNOLOGY"). YOU ACCEPT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY BY OPENING THE PACKAGE CONTAINING AND/OR USING THE PRODUCT.
  • Page 23 DAMAGES. the Product specifications; (b) has been repaired, modified or altered by anyone other than Synology or its agent or Limitation of Liability. SYNOLOGY'S AND ITS designee; (c) has been in any way misused, abused, or SUPPLIERS' LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING damaged;...
  • Page 24 Customers residing within the and the arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in United States and Synology will be resolved exclusively and English or, if both parties so agree, in Mandarin Chinese. finally by arbitration under the current commercial rules of...

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