Synology FX2421 Hardware Installation Manual

Synology FX2421 Hardware Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Expansion Unit FX2421 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Synology FX2421 at a Glance LED Indicator Table Hardware Specification Optional Accessories Spare Parts Safety Instructions Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Component Installation Install Drives Install and Remove Rail Kits...
  • Page 3: Chapter 1: Before You Start

    Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing Synology FX2421 expansion unit! Before setting up your new expansion unit, 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 expansion unit.
  • Page 4: Synology Fx2421 At A Glance

    FX2421 automatically powers on when the power cord is plugged into the power source. For more information, please see "Connect with Synology NAS". For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit.
  • Page 5 "LED Indicator Table". Expansion Unit ID Indicates the ID number of the expansion unit. Indicator Connects to the SAS OUT port of a Synology NAS or another SAS IN Port and expansion unit. For more information, please see "Connect Indicator with Synology NAS".
  • Page 6: Led Indicator Table

    Synology NAS of the drives. If you can sign in to DSM, please run the built-in S.M.A.R.T. test to scan the drives. If the problem remains unresolved, please contact Synology Technical Support for help. 6 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
  • Page 7: Hardware Specification

    Hardware Specification Item FX2421 Compatible Drive Type 2.5" SAS/SATA x 24 Maximum Internal Raw 92.16 TB (24 x 3.84 TB SSD) Capacity • SAS IN x 1 Expansion Port • SAS OUT x 1 • 88 x 430.5 x 692 Size (H x W x D) (mm) •...
  • Page 8: Optional Accessories

    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. • Rail Kit Model Name Picture Description RKS1317 Sliding rails solutions Spare Parts •...
  • Page 9: 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 10: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    Tools and Parts for Component Installation Please prepare the tools and parts below before setting up your expansion unit: • A Screwdriver • At least one 2.5" SAS/SATA drive (please visit www.synology.com/compatibility for compatible drive models). Warning: If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all existing data.
  • Page 11 4 Push the handle inward to secure the drive tray. 5 Push the switch on the drive tray handle to the bottom to lock the drive tray. 6 Repeat the steps above to assemble the other drives you have prepared. 7 Drives are numbered as shown below.
  • Page 12: 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: a Attach the rear end of the rail kit assembly to the rack.
  • Page 13 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 14: Connect With Synology Nas

    FS3600 FX2421 FX2421 2 Connect one end of both power cords to a power port on your FX2421, and the other to a power outlet. FX2421 will automatically power on once the power cords are connected correctly. Note: • Your FX2421 comes equipped with a redundant power supply system, allowing two power cords to be connected.
  • Page 15 3 Press the power button on the front panel to power on the Synology NAS. The expansion unit IDs of the FX2421 systems connected to your Synology NAS will be displayed in sequence on their rear panels. FS3600 FX2421 FX2421 Note: •...
  • Page 16: Chapter 3: System Maintenance

    Chapter System Maintenance Replace System Fan If a system fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to open the case of FX2421 and replace the malfunctioning fan. 1 Press the small buttons located on the sides of the FX2421. 2 Lift to remove the fan cover.
  • Page 17: Replace Power Supply Unit (Psu)

    5 Prepare a new fan, and slide it into the FX2421. Make sure that the fan is aligned properly, as shown below. Replace Power Supply Unit (PSU) If a PSU or its fan malfunctions, please follow the steps below to replace the malfunctioning PSU.
  • Page 18 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 19 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 20 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 21 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 22 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.
  • Page 23 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 24 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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