Synology RX1217 Hardware Installation Manual

Synology RX1217 Hardware Installation Manual

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Expansion Unit RX1217/RX1217RP
Hardware Installation Guide

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  • Page 1 Expansion Unit RX1217/RX1217RP Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Package Contents Expansion Unit at a Glance Safety Instructions Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Connect with Synology RackStation Learn More Chapter 3: Maintenance Replace Malfunctioning Fan Replace Malfunctioning PSU for RX1217RP Appendix A: Specifications...
  • Page 3: Package Contents

    Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing Synology RX1217/RX1217RP expansion unit! Before setting up your new expansion unit, 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 product.
  • Page 4: Expansion Unit At A Glance

    Expansion Unit at a Glance Front Back 4 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
  • Page 5 LINK Indicator RackStation unit. For more information, please see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table". Connect the expansion unit to a Synology RackStation here. For compatible EXPANSION Port models, please visit www.synology.com. For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    Tools and Parts for Drive Installation • A screwdriver • At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA 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.
  • Page 8 3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty drive bay. Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the drive might not be able to function properly. Note: 4 Push the handle inward to secure the drive tray. 5 Push the switch on the drive tray handle to the left to lock the drive tray.
  • Page 9: Connect With Synology Rackstation

    Connect with Synology RackStation 1 Connect one end of the power cord to the power port of RX1217/RX1217RP, and the other to the power outlet. Note: RX1217RP comes equipped with a redundant power supply system, allowing two power cords to be connected.
  • Page 10: Learn More

    3 For RX1217, press the PSU on/off switch located on the back panel to switch the PSU on. Press the power buttons on the front panel to power on the RackStation and RX1217/RX1217RP. Note: 1. Once you power on/off the RackStation unit, your expansion unit(s) will automatically power on/off one by one if they are correctly connected.
  • Page 11: Chapter 3: Maintenance

    Chapter Maintenance Replace Malfunctioning Fan If a system cooling fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to open the expansion unit and replace the malfunctioning fan. 1 Press the small buttons located on the sides of the expansion unit. 2 Lift to remove the fan cover.
  • Page 12 3 Cooling fans are numbered as below: 4 Remove the malfunctioning fan. a Find the malfunctioning fan. Press and hold the tab located on the left of the fan. b Lift the fan upward to remove it. 5 Slide the new cooling fan into the expansion unit. Make sure the fan is aligned properly as illustrated below. 12 Chapter 3: Maintenance...
  • Page 13: Replace Malfunctioning Psu For Rx1217Rp

    Replace Malfunctioning PSU for RX1217RP If a PSU or its fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to replace the malfunctioning PSU. 1 Unplug the power cord from the PSU to be replaced. Note: By pressing the Beep Off button, you can silence the long beeping sound when you hear it. 2 Push the lever of the PSU at the back panel in the indicated direction.
  • Page 14: Appendix A: Specifications

    Expansion Port 1 x InfiniBand Hot Swappable Drive Size (H x W x D) (mm) RX1217: 88 x 430.5 x 664; RX1217RP: 88 x 430.5 x 692 Weight (kg) RX1217: 12.7; RX1217RP: 13.4 System Fan 3 x (80 x 80 x 32mm) Power Fan RX1217: 1 x (80 x 80mm);...
  • Page 15: Appendix B: Led Indicator Table

    Power supply unit normal PSU Indicator* Power supply unit off Green Static Connected to Synology RackStation LINK Not connected to Synology RackStation * RX1217RP only. Note: Model specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to www.synology.com for the latest information.

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