Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Synology RXD1219sas at a Glance Hardware Specification Optional Accessories Safety Instructions Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Component Installation Install Drives Install and Remove Rail Kits Connect with Synology Server...
Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing Synology RXD1219sas 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.
SAS Module unit. For more information, please see "Connect with Synology Server". RXD1219sas automatically powers on when the power cord is plugged into the power source. For more information, please see "Connect with Synology Server". For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit.
Hardware Specification Item RXD1219sas Compatible Drive Type 3.5”/2.5” SAS x 12 Maximum Raw Capacity 192TB (12 X 16TB HDD) • SAS IN x 1 Expansion Port (per module) • SAS OUT x 1 • 88 x 430.5 x 692 Size (H x W x D) (mm) •...
Optional Accessories With Synology accessories, you can customize your expansion unit to fit different business environments without worrying about compatibility and stability. Visit www.synology.com/compatibility for more information. • Rail Kit Model Name Picture Description RKS1317 Sliding rails solutions • Spare Part...
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.
Tools and Parts for Component Installation Please prepare the tools and parts below before setting up your expansion unit: • A Screwdriver • At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SAS drive (please visit www.synology.com/compatibility 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.
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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.
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 To install the rail kit to the rack a Attach the rear end of the rail kit assembly to the rack.
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3 Align the fixing holes of the inner rail to the side of the chassis and slide backward to attach the inner rail. 4 With the help of another person, carefully align the inner rail to the outer rail assembly. 5 Push the chassis towards the rack.
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To remove the rail kit: 1 To remove the chassis from the rack, hold the rail kit release tabs on the ear holders and pull out the chassis from the rack. 2 With the help of another person, carefully remove the chassis from the rack. Then, slide forwards to remove the inner rail from the chassis.
Connect with Synology Server 1 Connect one end of mini-SAS HD cable to the SAS port of your Synology server and the other to the SAS IN port of RXD1219sas. Please make sure that the release band (in blue) of the cable faces rightward when plugging into the Synology server, and that of the cable faces upward when plugging into RXD1219sas;...
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4 Connect one end of the power cord(s) to the power port of RXD1219sas, and the other to the power outlet(s). RXD1219sas will automatically power on once the power cords are correctly connected. Note: 1. Your RXD1219sas comes equipped with a redundant power supply system, allowing two power cords to be connected.
Please try to restart your Synology server or re-insert the drive(s), and then run the HDD/SSD manufacturer's diagnostic tool to check the health status of the drive(s). If you can log into DSM, please run the built-in S.M.A.R.T. test to scan the drive(s). If the problem remains unresolved, please contact Synology Technical Support for help.
Chapter System Maintenance Replace SAS Module If a SAS module malfunctions, please see the instructions below to pull out the SAS module and replace the malfunctioning module. To replace the malfunctioning SAS module: 1 Unplug the expansion cables from the SAS module on which the malfunctioning module is to be replaced. 2 Push the lever of the SAS module at the back panel in the indicated direction.
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To replace the SAS module's malfunctioning fan: 1 Remove the malfunctioning fan by pulling it up from the module. The fans are numbered as shown below. 2 Prepare a new fan, align the arrow to point at the back panel as illustrated below, and insert it back into the fan slot.
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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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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.
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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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