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Synology DiskStation DS3615xs
Quick Installation Guide

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  • Page 1 Synology DiskStation DS3615xs Quick Installation Guide...
  • 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 Add a Network Interface Card on 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

    DiskStation to “Not Installed” status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be reinstalled. LAN Port Connect network cables 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. • For 2.5”...
  • Page 8 6 Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise (to the “-” position) to lock the handle of the hard drive tray, and then remove the key. 7 Repeat the steps above to assemble the other drives you have prepared. 8 Drives are numbered as shown below.
  • 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 DDR3 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 Shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your DiskStation to prevent any possible damage.
  • Page 11 c Pull the inner panel slightly so as to see the cables connected to the motherboard on the inner panel’s inner side. Unplug the 4 cables carefully and remove the inner panel from your DiskStation. d Lay down the inner panel with the 2 cables still connected to its bottom. If you need more space when installing your memory module, you can choose to unplug them.
  • Page 12 b Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the memory slot. c Push down on the memory module with firm and even pressure. The retaining clips will snap into position as the module is correctly inserted. Note: Hold the memory module by its edges, and do not touch the gold connectors. 4 Replace the case and inner panel: a As you replace the inner panel, connect the cables you unplugged from the inner panel in step 2-c.
  • Page 13 To make sure DiskStation 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 14: Add A Network Interface Card On Diskstation

    DiskStation to prevent any possible damages. 2 Remove the 2 screws on the top of the DiskStation’s rear side, and then pull the top cover. 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 Pull the tab on the port access bracket to the right so as to remove the cover. b Align the card’s connector with the expansion slot. c Insert the card into the slot. d Push back the tab to secure the newly inserted card.
  • Page 16: Replace System Fan

    Replace System Fan Your DiskStation will play beep sounds if either of the system fans is not working. Follow the steps below to replace the malfunctioning fan module with a good one. To replace the system fan module: 1 Shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your DiskStation to prevent any possible damages.
  • Page 17: Chapter 3: Install Dsm On Diskstation

    3. Both the DiskStation and the computer must be in the same local network. 6 If you accidentally leave the installation process before it is finished, login to the DSM as admin (default administrative account name) with the password left blank. Learn More Congratulations! Your DiskStation is now ready for action. For more information or online resources about your DiskStation, please visit www.synology.com.
  • Page 18 • Internal: EXT4 File Systems • External: EXT4, EXT3, FAT, NTFS, HFS+ • 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 HDD Hibernation Scheduled Power On/Off Wake on LAN Language Localization • Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC...
  • Page 19 No network Static Drive ready and idle Green Blinking Accessing drive Drive Status Indicator (on tray) Orange Static Drive error No internal drive Note: Model specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to www.synology.com for the latest information.
  • Page 20 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"...
  • Page 21 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.
  • Page 22 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 23 DAMAGES. the Product specifications; (b) has been repaired, modified Limitation of Liability. or altered by anyone other than Synology or its agent or SYNOLOGY'S AND ITS SUPPLIERS' LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING designee; (c) has been in any way misused, abused, or damaged;...
  • Page 24 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.

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