Install and Remove Rail Kits Expansion Unit Deployment and Topology Start up Your Synology NAS Chapter 3: System Maintenance Replace System Fan Replace Power Supply Unit (PSU) Chapter 4: Install DSM on Synology NAS Install DSM with Web Assistant Learn More Synology_HIG_RS2421(RP)+_20201222...
Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new Synology NAS, please check the package contents to verify that you have received the items below. Also, make sure to read the safety instructions carefully to avoid harming yourself or damaging your Synology NAS.
Description 1. Press to power on your Synology NAS. POWER Button 2. To power off your Synology NAS, press and hold until you hear and Indicator a beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking. Displays the status of the system. For more information, see STATUS Indicator "System Modes and LED Indicators".
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Installed” status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be reinstalled. PCI Express Supports the addition of PCIe network interface cards. Expansion Slot For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your Synology NAS, please visit www.synology.com. 5 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
System Modes and LED Indicators System Modes and Definitions There are 7 system modes in Synology NAS. The System modes and their definitions are as below: System mode Definition Synology NAS is powering on and performing hardware initialization, such as Powering on hardware reset or BIOS initialization.
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• Enter hibernation then wake up from hibernation: DSM is ready for use > Hibernation > DSM is ready for use • Shutdown Synology NAS: DSM is ready for use > Shutting down > Powered off • Power failure with UPS attached: DSM is ready for use >...
10 Mbps connected/No network Note: 1 Please try to restart your Synology NAS or re-insert the drives, then run the HDD/SSD manufacturer's diagnostic tool to check the health status of the drives. If you can sign in to DSM, please run the built-in S.M.A.R.T.
Redundant PSU Module 350W PSU 350W-RP Module_1 (for RS2421RP+) Optional Accessories With Synology accessories, you can customize your Synology NAS to fit different business environments without worrying about compatibility and stability. Visit www.synology.com/compatibility for more information. 10 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
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.
• Rail mounting kit (please see the Optional Accessories section to find out the suitable rail kit for cabinet installation) Warning: We suggest mounting your Synology NAS on a cabinet before installing any drives since the heavy weight will increase the installation difficulty. Install Drives Please follow the steps below for drive installation: 1 To remove the drive tray, pull out the drive tray handle in the direction as shown in the image below.
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• For 2.5" drives: Place the drive in the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten screws into the four spots indicated below to secure the drive in place. 3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty drive bay. Note: Make sure that the drive tray is completely inserted.
1 Shut down your Synology NAS. Disconnect all cables connected to your Synology NAS to prevent any possible damage. 2 Remove the screw on the back of you Synology NAS. Slide open the rear top cover, then lift it up and put it aside.
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Control Panel > Info Center and check Total Physical Memory. If your Synology NAS does not recognize the memory or does not start up successfully, please make sure that the memory module is installed correctly. 15 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
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To remove the memory module 1 Follow step 1 and 2 of the "To install the memory module" section to shut down your RS2421+/RS2421RP+, disconnect the cables, and then remove the rear top cover as described above. 2 Cut the cable tie before removing the memory module. (The pre-installed memory module is cable-tied to prevent it from loosening during delivery.) Note: Avoid touching any components on the motherboard when cutting the cable tie.
To install network interface card 1 Follow step 1 and 2 of the "To install the memory module" section to shut down your Synology NAS, disconnect the cables and remove the top cover. 2 Install the network interface card: a Remove the screw that secures the expansion slot’s cover.
Install and Remove Rail Kits Here we use RKS1317 as an example to illustrate how to install or remove the rail kits. For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit. To install the rail kit 1 Install the rail kit to the rack: a Attach the rear end of the rail kit assembly to the rack.
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4 With the help of another person, carefully align the inner rail to the outer rail assembly. 5 Pull and hold the blue front latch of the inner rail to unlock the inner rail. Push the chassis into the rack. Use the cage nuts and screws enclosed with the rail kit package to secure the chassis to the rack if necessary.
The system may be powered on with only one power cord, but we recommend using two power cords to avoid unexpected power failures. • Once the Synology NAS is powered on/off, your expansion unit will automatically power on/off if it is connected correctly.
3 Make sure the Power Supply On/Off Switch is turned on (“─”). 4 Press the power button to turn on your RS2421+/RS2421RP+. Congratulations! Your Synology NAS is now online and detectable from a network computer. Only for RS2421+. 21 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup...
Chapter System Maintenance Replace System Fan If a system fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to open the RS2421+/RS2421RP+ and replace the malfunctioning fan. 1 Press the small buttons located on the sides of the RS2421+/RS2421RP+. 2 Lift to remove the fan cover. 3 Fans are numbered as shown below:...
4 Find the malfunctioning fan. Lift up the fan to remove it. 5 Prepare a new fan and slide it into the the RS2421+/RS2421RP+. Make sure that the fan is aligned properly, as shown below. Replace Power Supply Unit (PSU) If a PSU or its fan malfunctions, please follow the steps below to replace the malfunctioning PSU.
3 Enter either of the following into the address bar of your browser: find.synology.com synologynas:5000 4 Web Assistant will be launched in your web browser. It will search for and find the Synology NAS within the Installed. local network. The status of your RS2421+/RS2421RP+ should be...
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Section 5. License Limitations. The license set forth in Sections 1, 2 and 3 applies only to the extent that you have ordered and paid for the Product and states the entirety of your rights with respect to the Software. Synology reserves all rights not expressly granted to you in this EULA.
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Arbitration Law and related enforcement rules of the country in which Synology Inc. was organized. In such cases, the arbitration will be limited solely to the dispute between you and Synology. The arbitration, or any portion of it, will not be consolidated with any other arbitration and will not be conducted on a class-wide or class action basis.
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Section 3. Limited Warranty and Remedies 3.1 Limited Warranty. Subject to Section 3.2, Synology warrants to the Customer that each Product (a) will be free of material defects in workmanship and (b) under normal use will perform substantially in accordance with Synology's published specifications for the Product during the Warranty Period.
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Section 4. Limitations of Liability 4.1 Force Majeure. Synology will not be liable for, or be considered to be in breach of or default under this Warranty on account of, any delay or failure to perform as required by this Warranty as a result of any cause or condition beyond its reasonable control (including, without limitation, any act or failure to act by Customer).
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Arbitration Association, except as otherwise provided below. The arbitration will be conducted before a single arbitrator, and will be limited solely to the dispute between Customer and Synology. The arbitration, or any portion of it, will not be consolidated with any other arbitration and will not be conducted on a class-wide or class action basis. The arbitration shall be held in King County, Washington, U.S.A.
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5.9 Entire Agreement. This Warranty constitutes the entire agreement, and supersedes any and all prior agreements, between Synology and Customer related to the subject matter hereof. No amendment, modification or waiver of any of the provisions of this Warranty will be valid unless set forth in a written instrument signed by the party to be bound thereby.
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FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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この装置は、クラス A 機器です。この装置を住宅環境で使用すると電波妨 害を引き起こすことがあります。この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずる よう要求されることがあります。 VCCI 一 A...
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