QNAP TS-h 77AXU-RP Series User Manual page 38

Note
A QNAP QXP host bus adapter is required for connecting SATA expansion units to a host device.
Third-party host bus adapters are not compatible with QNAP expansion units.
3. Connect the expansion unit to the NAS.
4. Power on the expansion unit.
5. Power on the NAS.
6. Verify that the expansion unit is recognized by the NAS.
a. Log on to QuTS hero as administrator.
b. Go to Main Menu > Storage & Snapshots > Overview > System .
c. Verify that the expansion unit is listed.
Connecting USB expansion units
To connect the TS-hx77AXU-RP to USB expansion units, a USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable is required. For
required accessories details, see
1. Connect the expansion unit to the NAS.
a. Connect the USB cable to the USB Type-C port on the expansion unit.
b. Connect the USB cable to a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port on the NAS.
Expansion unit installation.
TS-hx77AXU-RP User Guide
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