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- Page 1 Synology RackStation RS217 Hardware Installation Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Synology RackStation at a Glance Safety Instructions Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Start up the RackStation Chapter 3: Install DSM on the RackStation... -
Page 3: Package Contents
Chapter Before You Start 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
Synology RackStation at a Glance Article Name Location Description Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices to the USB 2.0 Port RackStation here. Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix B: Status Indicator LED Indicator Table". -
Page 5: 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 6: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
Chapter Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation • A screwdriver www.synology.com • At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA drive (please visit 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 need the data in the future, please back it up before installation. - Page 7 3 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay. Note: Make sure the drive tray is completely inserted. Otherwise, the drive might not function properly. 4 Press the handle inward to secure the drive tray. 5 Insert the drive tray key into the drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise to lock the handle of the drive tray, and then remove the key.
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Page 8: Start Up The Rackstation
Start up the RackStation 1 Connect one end of the power cord to the power port 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 Press the power button to turn on the RackStation. -
Page 9: Chapter 3: Install Dsm On The Rackstation
Chapter Install DSM on the RackStation After hardware setup is finished, please install DiskStation Manager (DSM) – Synology's browser-based operating system – on your RackStation. Install DSM with Web Assistant Web Assistant Your RackStation comes with a built-in tool called that helps you download the latest version of DSM from the Internet and install it on the RackStation. -
Page 10: Appendix A: Specifications
• External: ext4, ext3, FAT, NTFS, HFS+ (Read only), exFAT • Basic • JBOD • RAID 0 • RAID 1 Supported RAID Type • Synology Hybrid RAID (Up to 1-Disk Fault Tolerance) Agency Certifications • FCC Class A • CE Class A • BSMI Class A... -
Page 11: Appendix B: Led Indicator Table
Please try to restart your RackStation or re-insert the drive(s), and then run the HDD/SSD manufacturer's diagnostic tool to check the health status of the drive(s). If you can log into DSM, please run the built-in S.M.A.R.T. test to scan the drive(s). If the problem remains unresolved, please contact Synology... - Page 12 IMPORTANT–READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA") IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR A LEGAL ENTITY) AND SYNOLOGY, INC. ("SYNOLOGY") FOR THE SYNOLOGY SOFTWARE INSTALLED ONTO THE SYNOLOGY PRODUCT PUCHASED BY YOU (THE “PRODUCT”), OR LEGALLY DOWNLOADED FROM WWW.SYNOLOGY.COM, OR ANY OTHER CHANNEL PROVIDED BY SYNOLOGY...
- Page 13 Section 15. Termination. Without prejudice to any other or other legal action or proceeding to enforce rights or rights, Synology may terminate this EULA if you do not abide remedies under this EULA, the prevailing party will be by the terms and conditions contained herein. In such event,...
- Page 14 SYNOLOGY, INC. LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ("WARRANTY") APPLIES TO THE PRODUCTS (AS DEFINED BELOW) OF SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICA CORP, (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 15 Product specifications; (b) has been repaired, modified Limitation of Liability. SYNOLOGY'S AND ITS or altered by anyone other than Synology or its agent or designee; (c) has been in any way misused, abused, or SUPPLIERS' LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING damaged;...
- Page 16 Nothing in this Section shall be deemed to prohibit or restrict arbitration and will not be conducted on a class-wide or class Synology from seeking injunctive relief or seeking such other action basis. The arbitration shall be held in King County, rights and remedies as it may have at law or equity for any Washington, U.S.A.