TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 1. Preface About This Guide This guide provides information on the QNAP TS-1886XU-RP 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 storage administrators. This guide assumes that the user is knowledgeable and qualified to install, maintain, and troubleshoot issues involving servers, server components, and storage systems.
128 GB, and equipped with four PCIe 3.0 slots to accomodate multiple network and accelerator cards. The TS-1886XU-RP supports up to 18 bays that works with 3.5-inch hard drives and 2.5- inch solid-state drives for delivering excellent SSD caching and data tiering performance.
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TS-1886XU-RP-D1622-8G Memory slots 4 x Long-DIMM DDR4 Important • Use only QNAP memory modules to maintain system performance and stability. For NAS devices with more than one memory slot, use QNAP modules with identical specifications. • Using unsupported modules may degrade performance, cause errors, or prevent the operating system from starting.
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Power supply unit TS-1886XU-RP: 2 x 550W, 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, ensure that you only connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Component TS-1886XU-RP-D1602-4G TS-1886XU-RP-D1622-8G 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.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Front Panel Component Component 3.5-inch drive LEDs LAN LED Power button Expansion unit LED Status LED Rear Panel Component Component USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A port Power supply unit 2 Product Overview...
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Component Component PCIe low-profile covers Tool port Note This port is only for engineering purposes. Power supply unit 1 Reset button Rear Panel Network Interface Component Specifications Ethernet port 3 GbE RJ45 Ethernet port 1 GbE RJ45...
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Rear Panel LED Component Component Gigabit Ethernet speed LED 10 Gigabit Ethernet activity LED Gigabit Ethernet activity LED Drive status LED 10 Gigabit Ethernet speed LED Drive activity LED System Board Component Specifications Memory slot 1 Long-DIMM DDR4...
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Rear panel 2.5-inch drive bays 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 •...
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Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State Drives on 3.5-inch Trays • Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State Drives on 2.5-inch Trays For a list of compatible drives and expansion cards, go to http://www.qnap.com/compatibility. 3. Optional: Replace expansion cards. For details, see Replacing Expansion Cards.
Hardware Installation This section provides information on installing drives, memory modules, and expansion cards. Drive Installation The TS-1886XU-RP is compatible with 3.5-inch hard drives, 2.5-inch hard drives, and 2.5-inch solid-state drives. Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives and Solid-State Drives on 3.5-inch Trays For the list of compatible drive models, go to https://www.qnap.com/compatibility.
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide b. Attach the screws. 4. Load the tray into the bay. a. Insert the tray into the bay. b. Push the handle. 5. Power on the NAS. Installation and Configuration...
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State Drives on 3.5-inch Trays For the list of compatible drive models, go to https://www.qnap.com/compatibility. Warning • Installing a drive deletes all data on the drive. • Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 4. Load the tray into the bay. a. Insert the tray into the bay. b. Push the handle. 5. Power on the NAS. Installation and Configuration...
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State Drives on 2.5-inch Trays For the list of compatible drive models, go to https://www.qnap.com/compatibility. Warning • Installing a drive deletes all data on the drive. • Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 4. Load the tray into the bay. a. Insert the tray into the bay. b. Push the handle. 5. Power on the NAS. Removing the Case Cover Installation and Configuration...
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 1. Power off the NAS. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. 3. Disconnect all cables and external attachments. 4. Remove the case cover. a. Loosen the screws. b. Slide the cover back. c. Lift the cover off the NAS.
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 1. Place the cover on the NAS. 2. Slide the cover forward. 3. Tighten the screws. 4. Connect all cables and external attachments. 5. Connect the power cord to the electrical outlet. 6. Power on the NAS.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Replacing Memory Modules The TS-1886XU-RP has four memory slots. You can increase the memory capacity of the NAS by upgrading memory modules. For optimal dual-channel performance, replace memory modules in all four slots at the same time.
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 3. Install a new module. a. Align the notch with the ridge in the slot. b. Insert the module into the slot. 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.
Check the value for Total memory. Replacing Expansion Cards The TS-1886XU-RP 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 the TS-1886XU-RP.
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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. d. Verify that the bracket does not move. Installation and Configuration...
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 7. Optional: Install the expansion card. a. Hold the card by the edges. b. Insert the card into the slot. c. Attach the screw. 8. Attach the top cover. For details, see Attaching the Case Cover. 9. Connect all cables and external attachments.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Hot-Swapping Redundant Power Supply Units Warning 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.
You can find installation information in the rail kit package. Expansion Unit Installation The TS-1886XU-RP is compatible with both SAS expansion units and USB expansion units. For details, please see table below. You can purchase storage expansion accessories from QNAP or an authorized reseller.
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Expansion Description Required Accessories Maximum Unit Model Expansion Units Supported REXP-1620U- • Uses a SAS 12 Gbps (SFF-8644) • SAS-12G2E storage interface expansion card REXP-1220U- • Supports SAS/SATA HDD/SSD • mini-SAS SFF-8644 cable REXP-1610U- • Uses a SAS 6 Gbps (SFF-8644) interface •...
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• RAIL-B02 Connecting SAS Expansion Units The TS-1886XU-RP supports a maximum of eight SAS expansion units. To connect SAS expansion units, a storage expansion card must be installed in the NAS. 1. Install a storage expansion card on the PCIe slot.
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Verify that the expansion units are listed. Connecting SATA JBOD Expansion Units The TS-1886XU-RP supports a maximum of two SATA JBOD expansion units. To connect SATA JBOD expansion units, a host bus adapter must be installed on the NAS. For details on the required accessories, Expansion Unit Installation.
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Verify that the expansion units are listed. Connecting USB Expansion Units The TS-1886XU-RP supports a maximum of two USB expansion units. 1. Connect the expansion unit to the NAS. a. Connect the USB cable to the USB Type-C port on the expansion unit.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 2. Power on the expansion units. 3. 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 .
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).
1. Power on the NAS. 2. Connect the NAS to the internet. 3. Go to the QNAP Cloud Installation page using one of the following methods: • On your computer, go to http://install.qnap.com/. • Scan the QR code on the NAS using a mobile device.
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TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 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). 14. Click Next. 15. Select the types of devices that you will use to access shared folders on the NAS.
TS-1886XU-RP 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.
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TS-1886XU-RP 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-1886XU-RP User Guide Status Description Drive activity Green The drive is ready Flashes green The drive is being accessed No drive has been detected. Expansion unit Amber An expansion unit is connected. No expansion units are connected. 10 Gigabit Green The network connection is operating at 10Gbps.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide 5. Troubleshooting This chapter describes basic troubleshooting information. Hot-swapping Failed Drives The NAS supports hot-swapping of 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 1.
TS-1886XU-RP User Guide Recovering Unintentionally Removed Healthy Drives The NAS supports exclusive RAID recovery technology to recover failed RAID disk volumes from unintentional disconnection or removal of drives. Users can recover an inactive RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 6 volume to degraded mode, or an inactive RAID 0 and JBOD configuration to normal.
Link Enables you to access the NAS over the internet without configuring complex port forwarding settings Qfinder Pro QNAP utility that lets you locate and access QNAP NAS devices in your local area network QNAP NAS operating system Glossary...
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