Add A Network Interface Card - Synology DS1821+ Hardware Installation Manual

Add a Network Interface Card

Your Synology NAS has a PCI Express expansion slot which allows you to install 10GbE or Gigabit network
interface card for LAN port expansion.
To install a network interface card:
1 Shut down your Synology NAS. Disconnect all cables from your Synology NAS to prevent possible damage.
2 Remove the six screws that secure the top cover.
3 Install the network interface card:
a Remove the screw that secures the adapter slot's cover.
b Remove the adapter slot's cover.
c Align the card's connectors with the adapter slot, and insert the card into the slot.
d Put back and fasten the screw that you removed in step 3-a so as to secure the newly inserted card.
4 Put back the top cover that you removed in step 2 and tighten the srcews.
Note: Make sure the connectors are fully inserted. Otherwise, the network interface card might not be able to
function properly.
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