TS-x83XU User Guide Contents 1. Preface About This Guide............................3 Audience...............................3 Document Conventions..........................3 2. Product Overview About the TS-x83XU.............................4 Hardware Specifications..........................4 Package Contents............................6 Components..............................7 Front panel............................... 7 Rear Panel..............................8 System Board............................10 Drive Numbering.............................12 Installation Requirements........................... 12 Setting up the NAS.............................
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Limited Warranty............................45 Disclaimer..............................45 BSMI Notice..............................45 CE Notice..............................46 FCC Notice..............................46 GNU Public License............................46 SJ/T 11364-2006............................54 VCCI Notice..............................54...
TS-x83XU User Guide 1. Preface About This Guide This guide provides information on the QNAP TS-x83XU 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.
Hardware Specifications Warning If your QNAP product has hardware defects, return the product to QNAP or a QNAP- authorized service center for maintenance or replacement. Any attempt to repair or perform maintenance procedures on the product by you or an unauthorized third-party invalidates the warranty.
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• Rail kits are not included with the NAS and must be purchased separately. For details, contact an authorized reseller or go to http://shop.qnap.com. • Information on rail kit installation can be found in the installation guide included in the rail kit package.
0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) Relative humidity • Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95% • Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F) Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice. To see the latest specifications, go to https://www.qnap.com. Package Contents Item Quantity TS-x83XU NAS Power cord •...
TS-x83XU User Guide Item Quantity Quick Installation Guide (QIG) Components Front panel TS-1683XU-RP, TS-2483XU-RP Component Component Power button Expansion unit LED Status LED Drive LEDs LAN LED Product Overview...
TS-x83XU User Guide Rear Panel TS-1683XU-RP Component Component Ethernet port 4 (GbE RJ45) PCIe 3.0 slot 2 (x8) Ethernet port 3 (GbE RJ45) PCIe 2.0 slot 1 (x4) Ethernet port 1 (GbE RJ45) Power supply unit 1 Ethernet port 2 (GbE RJ45) Power supply unit 2 Ethernet port 6 (10 GbE SFP+) USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C ports...
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TS-x83XU User Guide TS-2483XU-RP Component Component Ethernet port 6 (10 GbE SFP+) USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C ports Ethernet port 5 (10 GbE SFP+) USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports PCIe 3.0 slot 4 (x8) Ethernet port 2 (GbE RJ45) PCIe 2.0 slot 3 (x4) Ethernet port 4 (GbE RJ45) PCIe 3.0 slot 2 (x4)
TS-x83XU User Guide Category Item Hardware and peripherals • Storage drives For details on compatible drives, go to https://www.qnap.com/ compatibility/. • Network cable Tools • Phillips #1 or #2 screwdriver • Anti-static wrist strap Setting up the NAS 1. Place your NAS device in an environment that meets the requirements.
TS-x83XU User Guide 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. Drive Installation The TS-x83XU is compatible with 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drives, and 2.5-inch solid state drives. Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives on 3.5-inch Trays Warning •...
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TS-x83XU User Guide 3. Install a drive on the tray. a. Place the drive on the tray so that the holes on the side of the drive are aligned with the holes on the side of the tray. b. Attach the screws to lock the drive to the tray. 4.
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TS-x83XU User Guide c. Slide the lock to the right. 5. Power on the NAS. Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid State Drives on 3.5-inch Trays Warning • Installing a drive and installing QTS deletes all data on the drive. •...
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TS-x83XU User Guide a. Locate the lock. b. Slide the lock to the left. c. Push the gray button to release the handle. d. Pull the tray out. 3. Install a drive on the tray. a. Place the drive on the tray so that the holes on the side of the drive are aligned with the holes on the side of the tray.
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TS-x83XU User Guide 4. Load the tray into the bay. a. Insert the tray into the drive bay. b. Push the handle. c. Slide the lock to the right. Installation and Configuration...
To use SAS expansion units, an SAS-12G2E storage expansion card must be installed on the NAS and connected to the expansion units using mini-SAS SFF-8644 cables. You can purchase storage expansion accessories from QNAP or an authorized reseller. For details, go to https://shop.qnap.com/.
TS-x83XU User Guide 2. Connect the expansion units to the NAS using the following topology. 3. Power on the expansion units. 4. Verify that the expansion units are recognized by the NAS. a. Log on to QTS as administrator. b. Go to Main Menu > Storage & Snapshots > Overview > System . c.
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TS-x83XU User Guide The NAS may have one or more power supply unit (PSU) cords. To avoid serious injuries, a trained service technician must disconnect all PSU cords before installing or replacing system components. 1. Power off the NAS. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the PSU that you are replacing. 3.
Click Apply All. Removing Expansion Cards The NAS supports selected expansion cards, some of which require QNAP PCIe brackets. QNAP-branded expansion cards purchased from the company website are shipped with the brackets necessary to fit all QNAP NAS models.
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TS-x83XU User Guide 3. Disconnect all cables and external attachments. 4. Remove the top cover. a. Loosen the two screws on the back of the top cover. b. Slide the top cover back using the handle. c. Lift the top cover up. 5.
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TS-x83XU User Guide TS-1683XU-RP TS-2483XU-RP 6. Install a new expansion card. For details, see Installing Expansion Cards. 7. Attach the top cover. a. Place the top cover on the NAS. Installation and Configuration...
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TS-x83XU User Guide b. Slide the top cover forwards. c. Tighten the screws. Installation and Configuration...
• Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components. 1. Check the expansion cards and brackets supported by your model on the QNAP website. a. Go to www.qnap.com/compatibility. b. Click Search by NAS.
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TS-x83XU User Guide f. Optional: Click the corresponding Note icon to view more information. 2. Power off the NAS. 3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. 4. Disconnect all cables and external attachments. 5. Remove the top cover. a.
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7. Optional: Attach the QNAP bracket to the expansion card. a. Remove all screws of the existing bracket. b. Carefully pull the bracket away from the card. c. Attach the QNAP bracket to the card using the same screws. Installation and Configuration...
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TS-x83XU User Guide d. Verify that the bracket does not move. 8. Install the expansion card. a. Hold the card by the edges. b. Insert the card into the slot. c. Attach the screw. 9. Attach the top cover. a. Place the top cover on the NAS. Installation and Configuration...
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TS-x83XU User Guide b. Slide the top cover forwards. c. Tighten the screws. Installation and Configuration...
The NAS has four memory slots. You can increase the memory capacity of the NAS by upgrading the memory module. Use only QNAP modules of the same type and capacity to maintain system performance and stability. You can purchase QNAP memory modules from authorized resellers.
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TS-x83XU User Guide • When installing four modules, use slots 1 and 3 for the first pair, and slots 2 and 4 for the second pair. Ensure that each pair uses identical modules. For details on slot numbering, see System Board.
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TS-x83XU User Guide 5. Remove an existing module. a. Push the retention clips outward simultaneously to release the module. Warning Attempting to remove a module that is not completely released may damage the module and the motherboard. b. Hold the module by the edges and then carefully slide it out of the slot. 6.
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TS-x83XU User Guide c. Verify that the metal connectors are completely inserted into the slot. d. Carefully press down on the module until the retention clips lock the module into place. 7. Attach the top cover. a. Place the top cover on the NAS. b.
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TS-x83XU User Guide c. Tighten the screws. 8. Connect all cables and external attachments. 9. Power on the NAS. 10. Verify that the module is recognized by the NAS. a. Log on to QTS as administrator. b. Go to Control Panel > System > System Status > Hardware Information . c.
TS-x83XU User Guide QTS Installation The TS-x83XU uses the QNAP QTS operating system. You can install QTS using any of the following methods. Method Description Requirements Qfinder Pro If the NAS is connected to your local area • Computer installation network, you can do the following: •...
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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ASCII characters. 10. Click Next. 11. 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. 12. Click Next. 13. Select Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP).
TS-x83XU 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. seconds.
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TS-x83XU User Guide Status Description System Status Flashes green and red • The drive is being formatted. alternately every 0.5 • The NAS is being initialized. seconds • The operating system is being updated. • RAID rebuilding is in progress. •...
TS-x83XU 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.
The NAS beeps twice. 10. Go to Main Menu > Storage Manager > Storage Space . 11. Locate the volume that contains the new drive and then verify that the status is Rebuilding. Support and Other Resources QNAP provides the following resources: Troubleshooting...
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TS-x83XU User Guide 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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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. GNU Public License...
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