TBS-453DX User Guide Contents 1. Preface About This Guide............................3 Audience...............................3 Document Conventions..........................3 2. Product Overview About the TBS-453DX..........................4 Hardware Specifications..........................4 Package Contents............................6 Components..............................6 Front Panel............................... 7 Rear Panel..............................7 Right Panel............................... 8 System Board............................9 M.2 Solid-state Drive Numbering......................9...
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GNU Public License............................31 FCC Notice..............................39 CE Notice..............................39 SJ/T 11364-2006............................40...
TBS-453DX User Guide 1. Preface About This Guide This guide provides information on the QNAP TBS-453DX NAS and step-by-step instructions on installing the hardware. It also provides instructions on basic operations and troubleshooting information. Audience This document is intended for consumers and storage administrators. This guide assumes that the user has a basic understanding of storage and backup concepts.
8 GB of DDR4 memory. It has both a Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet port for enhanced connectivity and provides multimedia support through its HDMI connection. In addition to its four M.2 SATA SSD slots, the TBS-453DX features USB One Touch Copy for easy and efficient data transfer. Hardware Specifications...
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Buttons • Power • Reset • USB One Touch Copy • Audio volume IR sensor Note The TBS-453DX supports the QNAP RM-IR004 remote control, which is an optional separate purchase. Dimensions Form factor Compact Dimensions (H x W x D) 25 x 230 x 165 mm (0.98 x 9.06 x 6.50 in)
TBS-453DX User Guide Component TBS-453DX System battery CR2032 lithium battery (3V, 225 mAh) Warning To avoid potential battery explosion, causing injury or damage to components, ensure that you replace the existing battery with a battery of the same type. Sound level 15.8 db(A)
TBS-453DX User Guide Front Panel Component Component USB One Touch Copy button Drive 3 LED USB 3.0 One Touch Copy Type-A port Drive 4 LED USB 3.0 Type-A port Audio volume buttons Drive 1 LED Power button Drive 2 LED...
TBS-453DX User Guide Component Component Kensington security slot Ethernet port 1 (GbE RJ45) Reset button 3.5 mm line-out jack USB 2.0 Type-A ports 3.5 mm dynamic microphone jacks HDMI 2.0 port Power input Ethernet port 2 (10 GbE RJ45) Right Panel...
TBS-453DX User Guide Installation Requirements Category Item Environment • Room temperature: 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) • Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95% • Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F) • Flat, anti-static surface without exposure to direct sunlight, liquids, or chemicals Hardware and peripherals •...
• Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components. Note • The TBS-453DX has four M.2 SSD slots. For a list of compatible M.2 SSDs, go to https://www.qnap.com/compatibility. • QNAP recommends installing heatsinks and thermal pads on the M.2 SSD controllers to enhance cooling efficiency and ensure consistent performance.
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TBS-453DX User Guide d. Lift the bottom cover off the NAS. 5. Install a heatsink and thermal pad on the M.2 SSD controller. a. Locate the controller on the M.2 SSD. The controller location varies depending on the model and manufacturer of the M.2 SSD.
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TBS-453DX User Guide c. Install the heatsink and thermal pad on the controller. 6. Install thermal pads on the system board. Note Single-sided M.2 SSDs have components (e.g., controllers, flash ICs) mounted only on the top side, and double-sided M.2 SSDs have components mounted on both sides. Apply two thermal pads for single-sided M.2 SSDs and one thermal pad for double-sided M.2 SSDs.
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TBS-453DX User Guide Single-sided M.2 SSD Double-sided M.2 SSD 7. Install the M.2 SSD. a. Insert the M.2 SSD into the slot. Installation and Configuration...
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TBS-453DX User Guide b. Apply the M.2 SSD firmly to the thermal pads on the system board, and then attach the screw. 8. Attach the bottom cover. a. Place the bottom cover on the NAS. Installation and Configuration...
11. Power on the NAS. Replacing Memory Modules The TBS-453DX has two memory slots. You can increase the memory capacity of the NAS by upgrading the memory modules. When using two modules, use only QNAP modules of the same type and capacity to...
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TBS-453DX User Guide maintain system performance and stability. You can purchase QNAP memory modules from authorized resellers. Warning • Only qualified personnel should perform the following steps. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injury or death. • Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
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TBS-453DX User Guide 5. Remove an existing module. a. Push the retention clips outward simultaneously to release the module. b. Verify that the module has tilted upward and is completely released from the slot. Warning Attempting to remove a module that is not completely released may damage the module and the motherboard.
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TBS-453DX User Guide Warning • Do not touch the internal components, particularly the metal connectors. • Do not bend the module. 6. Install a new module. a. Align the notch with the ridge in the slot. b. Insert the module.
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TBS-453DX User Guide 7. Attach the bottom cover. a. Place the bottom cover on the NAS. b. Attach the screws. c. Attach the rubber feet. d. Place the NAS in its normal upright position. 8. Connect all cables and external attachments.
Go to Control Panel > System > System Status > Hardware Information . c. Check the value for Total memory. QTS Installation The TBS-453DX uses the QNAP QTS operating system. You can install QTS using any of the following methods. Method...
ASCII characters. 7. Click Next. 8. Specify the time zone, date, and time. QNAP recommends connecting to an NTP server to ensure that the NAS follows the Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) standard. 9. Click Next. 10. Select Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP).
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TBS-453DX User Guide The web page lists all the uninitialized QNAP NAS devices on the local network. 4. Find your NAS from the list and then click Initialize. Note If your NAS is not listed, follow the instructions on the web page to specify the Cloud Key on the NAS.
Installing QTS deletes all data on the drives. Back up your data before proceeding. 1. Connect an HDMI display to the NAS. 2. Connect a USB keyboard to the NAS or prepare the QNAP IR remote control (not available on all models).
TBS-453DX User Guide 4. Basic Operations This chapter describes basic NAS operations. Power Button Operation User Action Result Power on Press the button once. The NAS powers on. Power off Press and hold the button for 1.5 The NAS powers off.
TBS-453DX User Guide LEDs LEDs indicate system status and related information when the NAS is powered on. The following LED information applies only when the drive is correctly installed and when the NAS is connected to the network. For details on the location of the LEDs, see Components.
TBS-453DX User Guide Status Description Flashes blue every 0.5 sec • A USB device (connected to the front USB port) is detected. • A USB device (connected to the front USB port) is being removed from the NAS. • A USB device (connected to the front USB port of the NAS) is being accessed.
5. Reinsert the drives. 6. Continue with the QTS installation. Replacing Failed Drives The TBS-453DX supports replacing drives in the following situations: • RAID 1: One member drive fails • RAID 5: One member drive fails • RAID 6: One or two member drives fail Warning •...
TBS-453DX User Guide Support and Other Resources QNAP provides the following resources: Resource Documentation http://docs.qnap.com Helpdesk http://helpdesk.qnap.com Downloads http://download.qnap.com Community Forum http://forum.qnap.com Troubleshooting...
Provides various remote access services such as DDNS and CloudLink myQNAPcloud ID Email address that was used to register for a myQNAPcloud account Qfinder Pro Enables you to locate and access the QNAP NAS devices in your local area network QNAP NAS operating system Glossary...
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Important Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by QNAP Systems, Inc. may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.