Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents ................................3 Synology RackStation at a Glance ........................... 4 Safety Instructions ................................6 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation ..........................7 Install Drives ..................................7 Add a RAM Module on RackStation ..........................9 Start up the RackStation ..............................
Before You Start Chapter 1: Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new RackStation, 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 RackStation.
Synology RackStation at a Glance Article Name Location Description Displays power status of the RackStation. For more information, see Power Indicator "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table". 1. Press to power on the RackStation. Power Button 2. To power off the RackStation, press and hold until you hear a beep sound and the power indicator starts blinking.
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Press to deactivate beep sound when malfunctions of redundant power Beep off Button occur. --------- For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your RackStation, please visit www.synology.com 5 Chapter 1: Before You Start...
Safety Instructions Keep away from direct sunlight and 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 3.5” or 2.5” SATA drive (Please visit www.synology.com for compatible drive models.) Warning: If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all data. If you need the data in the future, please back it up before installation.
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3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty hard drive bay. Important: Make sure the drive tray is completely inserted. Otherwise, the drive might not function properly. 4 Push the handle inward to secure the drive tray. 5 Insert the drive tray key into the drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise to lock the handle of the drive tray, and then remove the key.
Add a RAM Module on RackStation Synology offers RAM modules which allow you to expand the memory capacity of your RackStation. To install, check, or remove your RAM module, please follow the steps below. Install a RAM Module 1 Shut down the RackStation and disconnect all connected cables to prevent any possible damage.
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4 Return the board into the RackStation: a Identify the rail within the RackStation. b Place the circuit board within the rail and push the board all the way in. c Tighten the two knobs you unscrewed in step 2. Confirm New Memory is Recognized After installing a new memory module in the RackStation, we recommended checking whether or not the system recognizes the new memory.
Remove RAM Module from RackStation 1 Follow steps 1 to 2 of “Install a RAM Module” to remove the circuit board. 2 To remove the RAM module, follow the steps below: a Release the levers on the memory slot by pushing outwards simultaneously. b Hold the memory module by the edges and remove it from the slot.
Synology NAS. We highly recommend using Synology’s Web Assistant to install DSM with a web browser. Synology Web Assistant can automatically download the latest software from the Internet and guide you through installation. Install DSM with Web Assistant...
Congratulations! Your RackStation is set up now. Refer to the User’s Guide in the installation disc for advanced settings and management. For more information or online resources about your RackStation, please visit www.synology.com. 13 Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation...
Power Blinking Shutting down Powered off Green Static Power supply working Redundant Power No power supply Power supply not working Note: www.synology.com Model specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to for the latest information. --------- RS814RP+ only...
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IMPORTANT–READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA") IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR A SINGLE ENTITY) AND SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICAN CORP AND SYNOLOGY UK LTD., (COLLECTIVELY, "SYNOLOGY") FOR ANY SYNOLOGY SOFTWARE, TOGETHER WITH ANY OTHER ASSOCIATED FIRMWARE, MEDIA, PRINTED MATERIALS AND "ONLINE"...
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Section 16. Termination. Without prejudice to any other threatened breach of any provision of this EULA relating to rights, Synology may terminate this EULA if you do not abide Synology's intellectual property rights. by the terms and conditions contained herein. In such event, you must cease use of the Software and destroy all copies of Section 20.
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THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ("WARRANTY") APPLIES TO THE PRODUCTS (AS DEFINED BELOW) OF SYNOLOGY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING SYNOLOGY AMERICA CORP AND SYNOLOGY UK LTD., (COLLECTIVELY, "SYNOLOGY"). YOU ACCEPT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY BY OPENING THE PACKAGE CONTAINING AND/OR USING THE PRODUCT.
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DAMAGES. the Product specifications; (b) has been repaired, modified or altered by anyone other than Synology or its agent or Limitation of Liability. SYNOLOGY'S AND ITS designee; (c) has been in any way misused, abused, or SUPPLIERS' LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING damaged;...
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Customers residing within the and the arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in United States and Synology will be resolved exclusively and English or, if both parties so agree, in Mandarin Chinese. finally by arbitration under the current commercial rules of...
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