Expansion Unit RX1217/RX1217RP Hardware Installation Guide
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Expansion Unit at a Glance Safety Instructions 3 4 6 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Connect with Synology RackStation Confirm Connection and Manage Storage Spaces Learn More 7 7 9 10 10 Chapter 3: Maintenance Replace Malfunctioning Fan Replace Malfunctioning PSU for RX1217RP Appendix A: Specifications Appendix B: LED Indicator Table Synology_HIG_RX1217/RX1217RP_20160316 2 11 13
1 Chapter Before You Start Thank you for purchasing Synology RX1217/RX1217RP 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. Note: All images below are for illustrative purposes only, and may differ from the actual product. Package Contents Expansion unit x 1 Screws for 3.
Expansion Unit at a Glance Front Back 4 Chapter 1: Before You Start
No. Article Name Location 1 Power Button and Indicator Press to manually power on the expansion unit. For more information, please see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table". 2 ALERT Indicator Displays warnings regarding fan or temperature status. For more information, please see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table". 3 Beep Off Button 4 Drive Status Indicator 5 Drive Tray 6 Rail Kit Release Tab 7 Power Port 8 PSU On/Off Switch Press to switch the power supply unit (PSU) on or off.
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. To prevent the unit from falling over, do not place on carts or any unstable surfaces. The power cord must plug in to the correct supply voltage.
2 Chapter Hardware Setup 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 existing data. Please back up any important data before installation. Install Drives 1 Open the drive tray. a Find the small button located on the left side of the drive tray handle.
3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty drive bay. Note: Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the drive might not be able to function properly. 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. 6 Repeat the steps above to assemble the other drives you have prepared. 7 Drives are numbered as shown below.
Connect with Synology RackStation 1 Connect one end of the power cord to the power port of RX1217/RX1217RP, and the other to the power outlet. Note: RX1217RP comes equipped with a redundant power supply system, allowing two power cords to be connected. The system may be powered on with only one power cord, but we recommend using two power cords to avoid unexpected power failures.
Confirm Connection and Manage Storage Spaces 1 Log into the DiskStation Manager (DSM) of the RackStation unit. 2 Go to Storage Manager > Overview to confirm the expansion unit(s) are successfully connected. 3 Go to RAID Group on the left panel to manage storage space creation or expansion. • If you want to create a new RAID group, click Create and follow the wizard to complete the creation.
3 Chapter Maintenance Replace Malfunctioning Fan If a system cooling fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to open the expansion unit and replace the malfunctioning fan. 1 Press the small buttons located on the sides of the expansion unit. 2 Lift to remove the fan cover.
3 Cooling fans are numbered as below: 4 Remove the malfunctioning fan. a Find the malfunctioning fan. Press and hold the tab located on the left of the fan. b Lift the fan upward to remove it. 5 Slide the new cooling fan into the expansion unit. Make sure the fan is aligned properly as illustrated below.
Replace Malfunctioning PSU for RX1217RP If a PSU or its fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to replace the malfunctioning PSU. 1 Unplug the power cord from the PSU to be replaced. Note: By pressing the Beep Off button, you can silence the long beeping sound when you hear it. 2 Push the lever of the PSU at the back panel in the indicated direction. 3 Pull out the PSU from the expansion unit. 4 Prepare a new PSU, and push it back to the slot until you hear a click.
A Appendix Specifications Item RX1217/RX1217RP Compatible Drive Type 3.5” / 2.5” SATA III / SATA II x 12 Maximum Internal Raw Capacity 96TB (12 x 8TB HDD) Expansion Port 1 x InfiniBand Hot Swappable Drive Yes Size (H x W x D) (mm) RX1217: 88 x 430.5 x 664; RX1217RP: 88 x 430.5 x 692 Weight (kg) RX1217: 12.7; RX1217RP: 13.
Appendix B LED Indicator Table LED Indicator Power ALERT Color Status Description Blue Static Powered on Off Orange Blinking Off Green Drive Status Indicator (on tray) Powered off Red System normal Static Drive ready and idle Blinking Accessing drive Static Drive error Off PSU Indicator* LINK Green No internal drive Static Off Green Power supply unit normal Power supply unit off Static Off Fan failure / Over termperature Connected to Synology RackStation Not connected to Synolog
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