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Summary of Contents for TrueNAS Mini X+
- Page 1 TrueNAS Mini X+ ® Hardware Upgrades Guide Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This guide describes the procedures to safely open the case and install the various hardware upgrades that are available from iXsystems. Contents 1 Part Locations ................ 2 Preparation ... -
Page 3: Part Locations
1 Part Locations 1 HDD Drive Bays 2 SSD Drive Bays 3 SataDOM 4 PCIe Slot 5 Power Supply 6 Memory Slots 7 Power Connector Support: 855-473-7449 or 408-943-4100 Page 2 Email: support@ixsystems.com... -
Page 4: Preparation
A Philips screwdriver is needed for screws and a cutting instrument for any zip ties. Shut down the TrueNAS system and unplug the power cable. Note where any other cables are connected to the back of the system and unplug them also. If a “Tamper Resistant”... -
Page 5: Opening The Case
2.2 Opening the Case Unscrew the four thumbscrews on the back of the Mini: Slide a side panel off the chassis by grasping the side and pulling the panel away from the front of the system. When the side panel can no longer move away from the chassis frame, gently pull the panel away from the system. -
Page 6: Removing The Motherboard Tray
2.3 Removing the Motherboard Tray Space inside the chassis is very limited, and you might find additional room is re- quired to add or remove components from the motherboard. The Mini mother- board is attached to a tray that can be unsecured and slid out from the back of the system. -
Page 7: Upgrading Memory
3 Upgrading Memory A memory upgrade includes one or more inline memory modules: The Mini X+ motherboard has four memory slots, color-coded as blue and black pairs. The default memory is typically installed in the blue slots, with any memory upgrades installed in the black slots. -
Page 8: Installing Memory
3.1 Installing Memory Memory is installed as same-capacity pairs in the matching color slots. Systems typically have memory already installed in the blue sockets, with the black slots reserved for additional memory. Prepare the motherboard by pushing down on the memory latches to open them. These latches re-close as the memory is pushed into the motherboard slot, secur- ing the memory in module in place. -
Page 9: Upgrading Networking
4 Upgrading Networking The Network Upgrade Kit includes one Chelsio 10 Gb Network Interface Card with dual Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP)+ ports. A half-height bracket is included in the box but is not needed for Mini X+ network card installation. SFP+ modules are ordered and installed separately. -
Page 10: Motherboard Slot Cover Removal
4.3 Motherboard Slot Cover Removal It is recommended to keep the motherboard tray in place when installing the net- work card. This allows the network card to properly slide into the bracket retention slot on the bottom of the chassis. You might also need to gently move cables aside to make room for the card, but take care to ensure no wires are pinched. -
Page 11: Installing The Motherboard Tray
5 Installing the Motherboard Tray Follow anti-static precautions and ensure all modules and cables are firmly seated in the motherboard before inserting the tray into the system. Some cables might have to be re-attached when the tray is partially inserted into the system. Be very gentle with the tray and cables, taking care not to dislodge any connections or pinch any cables inside the system. -
Page 12: Closing The Case
6 Closing the Case Insert a side panel’s tabs into the chassis grooves and slide the panel forward until flush with the front of the system. Replace the thumbscrews in the back to secure the side panel to the chassis. Repeat this process for the other side panel. Support: 855-473-7449 or 408-943-4100 Page 11 Email: support@ixsystems.com... -
Page 13: Additional Resources
7 Additional Resources The TrueNAS User Guide has complete software configuration and usage instruc- tions. It is available by clicking Guide in the TrueNAS web interface or going directly https://www.truenas.com/docs/ Additional guides, datasheets, and knowledge base articles are available in the iX Information Library at: https://www.ixsystems.com/library/... - Page 14 Support: 855-473-7449 or 408-943-4100 Page 13 Email: support@ixsystems.com...
- Page 15 Support: 855-473-7449 or 408-943-4100 Page 14 Email: support@ixsystems.com...
- Page 16 Support: 855-473-7449 or 408-943-4100 Page 15 Email: support@ixsystems.com...
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