Chapter 2: Hardware Installation; Overview; Before You Begin; Cable Connections - Thecus N16000 Series User Manual

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

Overview

Your Thecus IP storage is designed for easy installation. To help you get started, the
following chapter will help you quickly get your Thecus IP storage up and running.
Please read it carefully to prevent damaging your unit during installation.

Before You Begin

Before you begin, be sure to take the following precautions:
1. Read and understand the Safety Warnings outlined in the beginning of the
manual.
2. If possible, wear an anti-static wrist strap during installation to prevent static
discharge from damaging the sensitive electronic components on the
N12000/N16000.
3. Be careful not to use magnetized screwdrivers around the Thecus IP
storage's electronic components.

Cable Connections

To connect the N12000/N16000 series products to your network, follow the steps
below:
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to the WAN/LAN1 port on the
back panel of the N12000/N16000.
2. Connect the provided power cord into the universal power socket on the back
panel. Plug the other end of the cord into a surge protector socket.
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