Installation And Configuration; Hardware Installation; Installing Drives - QNAP TS-431X User Manual

3. Installation and Configuration

This chapter provides specific hardware and firmware installation and configuration steps.

Hardware Installation

This section provides information on installing drives, memory modules, and expansion cards.

Installing Drives

The TS-431X is compatible with 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drives, and solid state drives. All four drive bays
support SSD cache acceleration.
Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives
Warning
• Installing a drive deletes all data on the drive.
• Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
1. Power off the NAS.
2. Remove drive tray.
a. Pull the tray handle forward.
b. Pull the tray out.
3. Install a drive on the tray.
a. Place the drive so that the SATA connector is exposed.
b. Attach the screws to lock the drive to the tray.
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