Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Start Up Your NVR Chapter 3: Install NVR Firmware Install NVR Firmware with Synology USB Installation Dongle Install NVR Firmware with Web Assistant Learn More Appedix A: Specifications Appedix B: LED Indicator Table...
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Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing Synology Network Video Recorder (NVR). NVR combines the network-attached storage (NAS) with PC-less configuration, operation, and local display of the network video recording package – Surveillance Station. Before setting up your new NVR, please check the package contents to verify that you have received the items below.
Supported USB devices include USB drive, mouse, keyboard, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Any other devices are not supported on your NVR. www.synology.com For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your NVR, please visit 4 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
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Safety Instructions Keep away from direct sunlight and away from chemicals. Make sure the environment does not experience abrupt changes in temperature or humidity. Place the product right side up at all times. Do not place near any liquids. Before cleaning, unplug the power cord. Wipe with damp paper towels. Do not use chemical or aerosol cleaners.
Tools and Parts for Drive Installation • A screwdriver • At least one 3.5” drive (please visit www.synology.com for compatible drive models.) Warning: If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all existing data. Please back up any important data before installation.
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• For 3.5" drives with 2 screw holes on each side (indicated below): a Place the HDD bracket on the NVR, and fasten the bracket with the screws provided. b Slide the drive into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until it’s firmly connected to the SATA connector.
Start Up Your NVR 1 Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the power port of the NVR. Connect the other end to a power outlet. 2 Use the LAN cable to connect the NVR to your switch, router, or hub. 3 Press the power button to turn on the NVR.
For offline or PC-less installation, your NVR comes with a USB installation dongle that helps you install NVR Firmware via Local Installer when the Internet is not available. NVR Firmware includes the operating system of Synology NVR and Surveillance Station. To install NVR Firmware with a Synology USB installation dongle, please follow the steps below.
4. If the installation of Surveillance Station was not completed, please go to Package Center in DSM to install Surveillance Station manually. Learn More Congratulations! Your NVR is now ready for action. For more information or online resources about your NVR, please visit www.synology.com. 10 Chapter 3: Install NVR Firmware...
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Supported RAID Type • RAID 5 (with expansion unit) • RAID 6 (with expansion unit) • Synology Hybrid RAID (Up to 2-Disk Fault Tolerance with expansion unit) Agency Certification • FCC Class B • CE Class B • BSMI Class B...
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Please try to restart your NVR or re-insert the drive(s), and then run the HDD/SSD manufacturer's diagnostic tool to check the health status of the drive(s). If you can log into DSM, please run the built-in S.M.A.R.T. test to scan the drive(s). If the problem remains unresolved, please contact Synology Technical...
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IMPORTANT–READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA") IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR A LEGAL ENTITY) AND SYNOLOGY, INC. ("SYNOLOGY") FOR THE SYNOLOGY SOFTWARE INSTALLED ONTO THE SYNOLOGY PRODUCT PUCHASED BY YOU (THE “PRODUCT”), OR LEGALLY DOWNLOADED FROM WWW.SYNOLOGY.COM, OR ANY OTHER CHANNEL PROVIDED BY SYNOLOGY...
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Section 15. Termination. Without prejudice to any other or other legal action or proceeding to enforce rights or rights, Synology may terminate this EULA if you do not abide remedies under this EULA, the prevailing party will be by the terms and conditions contained herein. In such event,...
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SYNOLOGY, INC. LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ("WARRANTY") APPLIES TO THE PRODUCTS (AS DEFINED BELOW) OF SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICA CORP, (COLLECTIVELY, "SYNOLOGY"). YOU ACCEPT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY BY OPENING THE PACKAGE CONTAINING AND/OR USING THE PRODUCT.
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DAMAGES. the Product specifications; (b) has been repaired, modified or altered by anyone other than Synology or its agent or Limitation of Liability. SYNOLOGY'S AND ITS designee; (c) has been in any way misused, abused, or SUPPLIERS' LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING damaged;...
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