Attach Network Interface Cards To The Rackstation - Synology RackStation RS3618xs Hardware Installation Manual

Attach Network Interface Cards to the RackStation

Your RackStation supports two PCIe x8 add-on network interface cards.
(suited for PC) in your network interface card with the short bracket before installing the card on your RackStation.
To install the network interface card:
1 Shut down your RackStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your RackStation to prevent any possible
damages.
2 Open the RackStation by following step 2 of Add a RAM Module on RackStation.
3 Install the network interface card.
a Remove the screw that secures the expansion slot's cover.
b Lift the expansion slot's cover.
c Align the card's connector with the expansion slot, and insert the card into the slot.
Note: Make sure the connector is fully inserted. Otherwise, the network interface card might not be able to
function properly.
d Put back and fasten the screw that you removed in step 3-a so as to secure the newly inserted card.
4 Repeat step 3 to install the other network interface card for your RackStation.
5 Put back the rear top cover by following step 4 of Add a RAM Module on RackStation.
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For more information about supported 10GbE/40GbE network interface cards, visit www.synology.com.
11 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
You need to replace the long bracket
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