Add A M.2 Nvme Ssd To Diskstation - Synology DiskStation DS918+ Hardware Installation Manual

Add a M.2 NVMe SSD to DiskStation

You may install up to two M.2 NVMe 2280 SSDs to your DiskStation for creating SSD cache volume. Follow the
steps below for SSD module installation / removal.
To install a M.2 NVMe SSD module:
1 Shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your DiskStation to prevent any possible
damages.
2 The SSD slots are located at the bottom of your DiskStation.
3 Remove the two lids protecting the modules to be installed. You will see two empty slots, numbered as below.
Important: Hold the SSD module by its edge, and do not touch the gold contacts.
4 Start from the first slot. Insert your SSD module into the empty slot:
a Align the notch on the gold contacts of the SSD module with the notch on the empty slot. Insert the module
into the slot. Make sure the module is properly inserted.
b Push outwards the lever with your finger, as shown below. While holding the lever, push down the SSD
module, and then release the lever to secure the SSD module. Put the lids back in their places.
5 Reconnect the cables you removed in step 1, and then press and hold the power button to turn on your
DiskStation.
6 Repeat the steps above to install the other SSD module into the second slot, if needed.
To remove the M.2 NVMe SSD module:
1 Shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your DiskStation to prevent any possible
damages.
2 Push outwards the lever with your finger. The module will pop up and be released from the slot.
3 Hold the SSD module and remove it from the slot. Put the lids back in their places.
4 Reconnect the cables removed in step 1. Now you may turn on your DiskStation.
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