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  • Page 1 Synology NAS RS4021xs+ Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Install and Remove Rail Kits Expansion Unit Deployment and Topology Start up Your Synology NAS Chapter 3: System Maintenance Replace System Fan Replace Power Supply Unit (PSU) Chapter 4: Install DSM on Synology NAS Install DSM with Web Assistant Learn More Synology_HIG_RS4021xs+_20200723...

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: Before You Start

    Chapter Before You Start Synology NAS RS4021xs+ is an enterprise server consisting of both system hardware and the software operating system, DiskStation Manager (DSM). This manual will guide you through all configuration aspects of your RS4021xs+, including the hardware components, setup procedures, and system maintenance.

  • Page 4: Synology Rs4021Xs+ At A Glance

    LED Indicators". Drive Tray Install drives (hard disk drives or solid state drives) here. Push in and hold to release your Synology NAS from the rail kit Rail Kit Release Tab lock. For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit.
  • Page 5 Synology NAS to “Not Installed” status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be reinstalled. For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your Synology NAS, please visit www.synology.com. 5 Chapter 1: Before You Start...

  • Page 6: System Modes And Led Indicators

    System Modes and LED Indicators System Modes and Definitions There are 7 system modes in Synology NAS. The System modes and their definitions are as below: System mode Definition Synology NAS is powering on and performing hardware initialization, such as Powering on hardware reset or BIOS initialization.
  • Page 7 • Enter hibernation then wake up from hibernation: DSM is ready for use > Hibernation > DSM is ready for use • Shutdown Synology NAS: DSM is ready for use > Shutting down > Powered off • Power failure with UPS attached: DSM is ready for use >...

  • Page 8: Other Led Indicators

    100 Mbps connected/No network Note: 1 Please try to restart your Synology NAS or re-insert the drives, then run the HDD/SSD manufacturer's diagnostic tool to check the health status of the drives. If you can sign in to DSM, please run the built-in S.M.A.R.T.

  • Page 9: Hardware Specification

    • Basic • JBOD • RAID 0 • RAID 1 Supported RAID Type • RAID 5 • RAID 6 • RAID 10 • Synology RAID F1 • FCC Class A • CE Class A • BSMI Class A Agency Certification •...

  • Page 10: Spare Parts

    Redundant PSU Module 800W PSU 800W-RP SET_2 Redundant Power Set 800W Optional Accessories With Synology accessories, you can customize your expansion unit to fit different business environments without worrying about compatibility and stability. Visit www.synology.com/compatibility for more information. 10 Chapter 1: Before You Start...

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Keep away from direct sunlight and away 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 12: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    • Rail mounting kit (please see the Optional Accessories section to find out the suitable rail kit for cabinet installation) Warning: We suggest mounting your Synology NAS on a cabinet before installing any drives since the heavy weight will increase the installation difficulty. Install Drives Please follow the steps below for drive installation: 1 Open the drive tray.
  • Page 13 • 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 in place. 3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty drive bay. Note: Make sure that the drive tray is completely inserted.

  • Page 14: Install Memory Modules

    Install Memory Modules Genuine Synology memory modules must be installed to ensure system compatibility and reliability. Failure to follow the configurations below for the suggested installation sequence of different memory capacities may prevent the system from booting successfully, and could impair system performance and stability.
  • Page 15 Control Panel Info Center Total Physical Memory. > and check If your Synology NAS does not recognize the memory or does not start up successfully, please make sure that the memory module is installed correctly. 15 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 16 To remove the RAM Module 1 Follow step 1 and 2 of the "To install the RAM module" section to shut down your RS4021xs+, disconnect the cables, and then remove the rear top cover as described above. 2 Cut the cable tie before removing the memory module. (The pre-installed memory module is cable-tied to prevent it from loosening during delivery.) Note: Avoid touching any components on the motherboard when cutting the cable tie.

  • Page 17: Install Pcle Add-In Cards

    Install PCle Add-in Cards RS4021xs+ provides two PCIe slots for optional add-in card expansion, allowing network interface cards to be installed. To install network interface cards 1 Shut down your RS4021xs+. Disconnect all cables connected to your RS4021xs+ to prevent any possible damages.

  • Page 18: Install And Remove Rail Kits

    Install and Remove Rail Kits Here we use RKS1317 as an example to illustrate how to install or remove the rail kits. For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit. To install the rail kit 1 To install the rail kit to the rack: e Attach the rear end of the rail kit assembly to the rack.
  • Page 19 4 With the help of another person, carefully align the inner rail to the outer rail assembly. 5 Pull and hold the blue front latch of the inner rail to unlock the inner rail. Push the chassis into the rack. Use the cage nuts and screws enclosed with the rail kit package to secure the chassis to the rack if necessary.

  • Page 20: Expansion Unit Deployment And Topology

    Expansion Unit Deployment and Topology RS4021xs+ supports RX1217/RX1217RP (12-bay) expansion units, providing seamless storage expansion whenever needed. This section will guide you through how to connect the expansion units to your Synology NAS. To connect RX1217/RX1217RP with RS4021xs+ 1 Here we use RX1217RP as an example to illustrate how to connect to the expansion units. Connect one end of the expansion cable to the expansion port of the RS4021xs+ and the other to the expansion port of the expansion units.

  • Page 21: Start Up Your Synology Nas

    • With your Synology NAS and expansion units powered on, it is still possible to add one or more expansion units when needed. To do so, repeat the above steps to connect the expansion cables and power cords of the additional expansion units.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3: System Maintenance

    Chapter System Maintenance Replace System Fan If a system fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to open the RS4021xs+ and replace the malfunctioning fan. 1 Press the small buttons located on the sides of the RS4021xs+. 2 Lift to remove the fan cover. 3 Fans are numbered as shown below:...

  • Page 23: Replace Power Supply Unit (Psu)

    4 Find the malfunctioning fan. Lift up the fan to remove it. 5 Prepare a new fan and slide it into the the RS4021xs+. Make sure that the fan is aligned properly, as shown below. Replace Power Supply Unit (PSU) If a PSU or its fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to replace the malfunctioning PSU.

  • Page 24: Chapter 4: Install Dsm On Synology Nas

    3 Enter either of the following into the address bar of your browser: find.synology.com synologynas:5000 4 Web Assistant will be launched in your web browser. It will search for and find the Synology NAS within the local network. The status of the RS4021xs+ should be Installed.
  • Page 25 Section 5. License Limitations. The license set forth in Sections 1, 2 and 3 applies only to the extent that you have ordered and paid for the Product and states the entirety of your rights with respect to the Software. Synology reserves all rights not expressly granted to you in this EULA.
  • Page 26 Arbitration Law and related enforcement rules of the country in which Synology Inc. was organized. In such cases, the arbitration will be limited solely to the dispute between you and Synology. The arbitration, or any portion of it, will not be consolidated with any other arbitration and will not be conducted on a class-wide or class action basis.
  • Page 27 Section 3. Limited Warranty and Remedies 3.1 Limited Warranty. Subject to Section 3.2, Synology warrants to the Customer that each Product (a) will be free of material defects in workmanship and (b) under normal use will perform substantially in accordance with Synology's published specifications for the Product during the Warranty Period.
  • Page 28 Section 4. Limitations of Liability 4.1 Force Majeure. Synology will not be liable for, or be considered to be in breach of or default under this Warranty on account of, any delay or failure to perform as required by this Warranty as a result of any cause or condition beyond its reasonable control (including, without limitation, any act or failure to act by Customer).
  • Page 29 Arbitration Association, except as otherwise provided below. The arbitration will be conducted before a single arbitrator, and will be limited solely to the dispute between Customer and Synology. The arbitration, or any portion of it, will not be consolidated with any other arbitration and will not be conducted on a class-wide or class action basis. The arbitration shall be held in King County, Washington, U.S.A.
  • Page 30 5.9 Entire Agreement. This Warranty constitutes the entire agreement, and supersedes any and all prior agreements, between Synology and Customer related to the subject matter hereof. No amendment, modification or waiver of any of the provisions of this Warranty will be valid unless set forth in a written instrument signed by the party to be bound thereby.
  • Page 31 FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 32 この装置は、クラス A 機器です。この装置を住宅環境で使用すると電波妨 害を引き起こすことがあります。この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずる よう要求されることがあります。 VCCI 一 A...

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