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  • Page 1 Synology FlashStation FS1018 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Synology FlashStation at a Glance Safety Instructions Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Start Up Your FlashStation Add a RAM Module on FlashStation Attach M2D17 Adapter Card to FlashStation...

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: Before You Start

    Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new FlashStation, 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 FlashStation.

  • Page 4: Synology Flashstation At A Glance

    Connect external drives or other USB devices to the FlashStation here. Expansion Port Connect Synology Expansion Unit to the FlashStation here. For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your FlashStation, please visit www.synology.com. 4 Chapter 1: Before You Start...

  • 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

    Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation • At least one 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 existing data. Please back up any important data before installation.
  • Page 7 3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty drive bay, and press the handle in flush with the front panel to hold the drive tray in place. Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the drive might not function properly. Note: 4 Insert the drive tray key into the drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise (to the "–"...
  • Page 8 6 Drives are numbered as shown below. Note: If you want to create a RAID volume, we recommend that all installed drives are of the same size to make the best use of drive capacity. 8 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 9: Start Up Your Flashstation

    Start Up Your FlashStation 1 Use the LAN cable to connect the FlashStation to your switch, router or hub. 2 Connect one end of the AC power cord to the power port of the FlashStation, and the other to the power outlet. 3 Press the power button.

  • Page 10: Add A Ram Module On Flashstation

    6 Reconnect the cables you removed in step 1, and then press and hold the power button to turn on your FlashStation. Synology will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if non-Synology RAM modules are used for memory upgrade. 10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 11 To make sure FlashStation recognizes the new memory capacity: 1 Install DiskStation Manager (DSM). (See the next chapter for more information.) 2 Log in to DSM as admin or a user belonging to the administrators group. 3 Check Total Physical Memory Control Panel >...

  • Page 12: Attach M2D17 Adapter Card To Flashstation

    Attach M2D17 Adapter Card to FlashStation Your FlashStation supports one M2D17 adapter card. To replace the long bracket with the M2D17 adapter card, please follow the instructions below. To install the M2D17 adapter card: 1 Shut down your FlashStation and disconnect all cables from your FlashStation to prevent any possible damages.
  • Page 13 Put back and fasten the screw that you removed in step 4-a so as to secure the newly inserted card. 5 Put back the upper case removed in step 2 and tighten the srcews. For more information about supported 10GbE or Gigabit network interface cards, please visit www.synology.com. 13 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 14: Add A Network Interface Card

    Add a Network Interface Card Your FlashStation has a PCI Express expansion slot which allows you to install 10GbE or Gigabit network interface card for LAN port expansion. To install a network interface card: 1 Press and hold the power button until you hear a beep sound to shut down your FlashStation. Disconnect all cables from your FlashStation to prevent any possible damage.
  • Page 15 4 Install the network interface card: a Align the card’s connectors with the adapter slot, and insert the card into the slot. b Use two fingers with firm, even pressure to push down on the card and the bracket. 5 Replace the top cover, and then replace and tighten the 6 screws you removed in Step 2. 15 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...

  • Page 16: Replace System Fan

    Replace System Fan Your FlashStation will beep if either of the system fans is not working. Follow the steps below to replace the malfunctioning fan with a good one. To replace the system fan: 1 Shut down your FlashStation and disconnect all cables to prevent any possible damages. 2 Fans are numbered as follows: 3 Remove the 4 screws that secure the fan panel.
  • Page 17 4 Remove the malfunctioning fan: a Pull the fan panel out of your FlashStation. b Disconnect the 2 fan cables from the connectors located near the bottom of the fan socket, and then remove the fan panel. c Remove the 4 screws that secure the malfunctioning fan, and then remove the fan. 17 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
  • Page 18 5 Install the new fan: a Replace the malfunctioning fan with a good one (with the fan cable within the fan pointing at the bottom-left corner), and then tighten the 4 screws to secure the new fan. b Connect the 2 fan cables to the connectors located near the bottom of the fan socket, and then replace the fan panel.

  • Page 19: Chapter 3: Install Dsm On Flashstation

    Chapter Install DSM on FlashStation After hardware setup is finished, please install DiskStation Manager (DSM) – Synology’s web-based operating system – on your FlashStation. Install DSM with Web Assistant Your FlashStation comes with a built-in tool called Web Assistant that helps you download the latest version of DSM from the Internet and install it on your FlashStation.
  • Page 20 • Storage Temperature: -5 to 140˚F (-20 to 60˚C) • Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH Note: Model specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to www.synology.com for the latest information. Support for exFAT can be enabled by purchasing and downloading exFAT Access in Package Center.

  • Page 21: Appendix B: Led Indicator Table

    Please try to restart your FlashStation 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 22 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 23 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 24 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 25 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 26 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.
  • Page 27 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.

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