At a Glance Safety Instructions Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Connect with Synology NAS Server Chapter 3: Maintenance Replace Malfunctioning PSU Replace Malfunctioning SAS / Fan Module Appendix A: Specifications Appendix B: LED Indicator Table...
Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing Synology RX2417sas 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.
Fan Module Disposes of excess heat and cools the expansion unit. RX2417sas automatically powers on when the power cord is plugged into the power source. For more information, please see "Connect with Synology NAS Server". For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit.
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 Drive Installation • A screwdriver • At least one 2.5” SAS / SATA drive (please visit www.synology.com for compatible drive models) If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all existing data. Please Warning: back up any important data before installation.
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4 Push the handle inward to secure the drive tray. 5 Push the switch on the drive tray handle to the bottom to lock the drive tray. 6 Repeat the steps above to assemble the other drives you have prepared. 7 Drives are numbered as shown below.
RX2417sas; otherwise, the Synology NAS server and expansion unit will not be correctly connected. 2 Connect one end of the power cord(s) to the power port of RX2417sas, and the other to the power outlet(s). RX2417sas will automatically power on once the power cords are correctly connected.
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3 Press the power button on the front panel to power on the Synology NAS server. The Expansion Unit ID of RX2417sas connected to the Synology NAS server will be displayed in sequence on the back panel. Note: 1. Even with the Synology NAS server and expansion unit(s) powered on, you can still connect them with one or more RX2417sas if needed.
Note: 1. By pressing the Beep Off button, you can silence the long beeping sound when you hear it. 2. RX2417sas supports component hot-swapping, but we recommend unplugging all power cables of the expansion unit before replacing any component. 2 Push the lever of the PSU at the back panel in the indicated direction.
Replace Malfunctioning SAS / Fan Module If a SAS / fan module malfunctions, please see the instructions below to pull out the SAS / fan module and replace the malfunctioning module. To replace the malfunctioning SAS / fan module: 1 Unplug the expansion cables from the SAS / fan module on which the malfunctioning module is to be replaced. 2 Push the lever of the SAS / fan 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.
Appendix Specifications Item RX2417sas Compatible Drive Type 2.5” SAS / SATA x 24 • SAS IN x 1 Expansion Port • SAS OUT x 1 • 88 x 430.5 x 692 (Not including rack mount kits) Size (H x W x D) (mm) •...
Note: Please try to restart your Synology NAS 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...
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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.
Section 3. Limited Warranty and Remedies 3.1 Limited Warranty. Subject to Section 3.6, 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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