Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents ............................... 3 Synology RackStation at a Glance ........................4 Safety Instructions ............................... 6 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Hard Disk Installation ......................7 Install Hard Disks ..............................7 Add a RAM Module on RackStation ........................
Before You Start Chapter 1: 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.
Back Panel Synology RackStation here. USB 2.0 Ports For connecting RJ-45 cables to your Synology RackStation. LAN Ports 1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP address, DNS server, and passwords for users belonging to the administrators group.
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Beep Off Button Displays status of redundant powers supplies, alerting the user of power Redundant Power LED supply or fan failure. --------- For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your RackStation, visit www.synology.com. 5 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
Safety Instructions Keep away from direct sunlight and away from chemicals. Make sure the environment does not experience abrupt changes in temperature or humidity. Do not place near any liquids. Before cleaning, unplug the power cord. Wipe with damp paper towels. Do not use chemical or aerosol cleaners.
Tools and Parts for Hard Disk Installation A screwdriver At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA hard disk (please visit www.synology.com for compatible hard disk models.) Warning: If you install a hard disk that already contains data, the system will format the hard disk and erase all data.
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For 2.5” Hard Disks: Place the hard disk in the hard drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten screws into the four spots indicated below to secure the hard disk. 3 After securing the hard disk and tray, insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay. Important: Make sure the hard drive tray is completely inserted.
Add a RAM Module on RackStation Synology offers 2GB RAM modules which allow you to expand the memory capacity of your RackStation. To install, check, or remove your RAM module, please follow the steps below. Install a RAM Module 1 Shut down your RackStation, and disconnect all connected cables to prevent any possible damage.
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b Remove the two screws located on the back of your RackStation. Then slide the top cover in the direction indicated below and lift. Important: Removing the cover will expose sensitive internal components to possible harm. Please avoid touching any other components when adding or removing memory. 4 To insert the new memory module, follow the steps below: a Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the memory slot.
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1 Start up your RackStation. (See “Start Up Your RackStation” for more information.) 2 Install DSM. (See “Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation” for more information.) 3 Log in to Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) with an account belonging to the administrators group. 4 Check...
Replace a Malfunctioning Fan Your Synology RackStation comes equipped with multiple cooling fans. In the event of a fan malfunction, your RackStation will emit a beeping sound. This section will guide you through the steps necessary to replace a malfunctioning fan.
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4 Apply firm pressure to the power plug and slide it off the power port as shown below. 5 Remove the malfunctioning fan from the fan casing. 6 Slide a new fan into the casing. 7 Apply firm pressure and slide the power cord onto the power port. 13 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
8 Slide the new cooling fan unit into your RackStation. Make sure the power port is aligned properly. Start Up Your RackStation 1 Connect one end of the power cord to the power port located on the back of your RackStation and the other end to a power outlet.
Synology NAS. We highly recommend using Synology’s Web Assistant to install DSM with a web browser. Synology Web Assistant can automatically download the latest software from the Internet and guide you through installation. Install DSM with Web Assistant...
Congratulations! Your RackStation is set up now. Refer to the User’s Guide in the installation disc for advanced settings and management. For more information or online resources about your RackStation, please visit www.synology.com. 16 Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation...
‧EXT3‧FAT‧NTFS (External Disk, Read/Write) ‧Basic ‧JBOD ‧RAID 0 ‧RAID 1 Volume Type ‧RAID 5 ‧RAID 5+Spare ‧RAID 6‧RAID 10 ‧Synology Hybrid RAID Agency Certifications ‧FCC Class A ‧CE Class A ‧BSMI Class A HDD Hibernation Deep Sleep for Expansion Unit...
No power supply or Power Supply On/Off Switch is off (“0”) System fan is not working Orange Blinking Over temperature Alert System fan normal Temperature normal Note: Model specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to www.synology.com for the latest information.
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IMPORTANT–READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA") IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR A SINGLE ENTITY) AND SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICAN CORP AND SYNOLOGY UK LTD., (COLLECTIVELY, "SYNOLOGY") FOR ANY SYNOLOGY SOFTWARE, TOGETHER WITH ANY OTHER ASSOCIATED FIRMWARE, MEDIA, PRINTED MATERIALS AND "ONLINE"...
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Section 16. Termination. Without prejudice to any other threatened breach of any provision of this EULA relating to rights, Synology may terminate this EULA if you do not abide Synology's intellectual property rights. by the terms and conditions contained herein. In such event, you must cease use of the Software and destroy all copies of Section 20.
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THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ("WARRANTY") APPLIES TO THE PRODUCTS (AS DEFINED BELOW) OF SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICA CORP AND SYNOLOGY UK LTD., (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.
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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;...
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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.