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- Page 1 Synology DiskStation DS1618+ Hardware Installation Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Synology DiskStation at a Glance Safety Instructions Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Start Up Your DiskStation Add a RAM Module on DiskStation Attach M2D17 Adapter Card to DiskStation... -
Page 3: Package Contents
Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new DiskStation, 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 DiskStation. -
Page 4: Synology Diskstation At A Glance
Connect external hard drives or other USB devices to the DiskStation here. Connect external SATA drives or Synology Expansion Unit to the eSATA Port DiskStation here. For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your DiskStation, 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
Tools and Parts for Drive Installation • A screwdriver (only for 2.5" drives) • 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 existing data. Please back up any important data before installation. - Page 7 3 Load drives in the drive trays. • For 3.5” drives: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray. Place the drive in the drive tray. Then insert the fastening panels to secure the drive in place. •...
- Page 8 4 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay. Note: Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the drive might not be able to function properly. 5 Press the handle in flush with the front panel to hold the hard drive tray in place. 6 Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise (to the "I"...
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Page 9: Start Up Your Diskstation
Start Up Your DiskStation 1 Use the LAN cable to connect the DiskStation to your switch, router or hub. 2 Connect one end of the AC power cord to the power port of the DiskStation, and the other to the power outlet. 3 Press the power button. -
Page 10: Add A Ram Module On Diskstation
Add a RAM Module on DiskStation The optional Synology DDR4 RAM module is designed for DiskStation memory expansion. Follow the steps below to install, check, or remove a RAM module on your DiskStation. To install the RAM module: 1 Press and hold the power button until you hear a beep sound to shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables from your DiskStation to prevent any possible damage. - Page 11 If your DiskStation does not recognize the memory or does not start up successfully, confirm that the memory is installed correctly. Synology will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if non-Synology RAM modules are used for memory upgrade. 11 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
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Page 12: Attach M2D17 Adapter Card To Diskstation
To remove the RAM Module: 1 Follow step 1 to 3 of the "To install the RAM module" section to shut down your DiskStation, disconnect the cables, and then remove the bottom lid. 2 Push the levers on both sides of the memory module outwards. The module will be released from the slot. 3 Hold the memory module by its notches and remove it from the slot. - Page 13 3 Add M.2 SSD to M2D17 adapter card: a Insert M.2 SSD into the slot. Make sure the card is fully inserted. b Tighten the SSD with a screw. c Repeat previous two steps if installing another optional SSD is needed. Slot numbers are shown as below. 4 Install the M2D17 adapter card: a Remove the screw that secures the adapter slot’s cover.
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Page 14: Add A Network Interface Card
DiskStation to prevent any possible damage. 2 Open the top cover of DiskStation by removing the 6 screws that secure the main unit. For more information about supported 10GbE or Gigabit network interface cards, please visit www.synology.com. 14 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup... - Page 15 3 Install the network interface card: a Remove the screw that secures the adapter slot’s cover. b Remove the adapter slot’s cover. c Align the card’s connectors with the adapter slot, and insert the card into the slot. d Put back and fasten the screw that you removed in step 3-a so as to secure the newly inserted card. 4 Put back the top cover that you removed in step 2 and tighten the srcews.
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Page 16: Replace System Fan
Replace System Fan Your DiskStation 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 Press and hold the power button until you hear a beep sound to shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables from your DiskStation to prevent any possible damage. - Page 17 4 Remove the malfunctioning fan: a Pull the fan panel out of your DiskStation. 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-right 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.
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Page 19: Chapter 3: Install Dsm On Diskstation
Chapter Install DSM on DiskStation After hardware setup is finished, please install DiskStation Manager (DSM) – Synology’s web-based operating system – on your DiskStation. Install DSM with Web Assistant Your DiskStation 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 DiskStation. - Page 20 • Basic • JBOD • RAID 0 • RAID 1 Supported RAID Types • RAID 5 • RAID 6 • RAID 10 • Synology Hybrid RAID (Up to 2-Disk Fault Tolerance) Agency Certifications • FCC Class B • CE Class B • BSMI Class B...
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Page 21: Appendix B: Led Indicator Table
Please try to restart your DiskStation 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 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 23 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 24 Section 3. Limited Warranty and Remedies 3.1 Limited Warranty. Subject to Section 3.6, 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 25 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 26 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 27 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 28 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.