TS-x53Be TS-253Be TS-453Be User Guide Document Version: 2 17/04/2018
TS-x53Be User Guide Contents 1. Preface About This Guide.......................................................................................................................................... 3 Audience.......................................................................................................................................................3 Document Conventions................................................................................................................................
Disclaimer................................................................................................................................................... 42 GNU Public License....................................................................................................................................42 FCC Notice................................................................................................................................................. 50 CE Notice..............................
TS-x53Be User Guide 1. Preface About This Guide This guide provides information on the QNAP TS-x53Be NAS and step-by-step instructions on installing the hardware. It also provides instructions on basic operations and troubleshooting information. Audience This document is intended for consumers and storage administrators. This guide assumes that the user has a basic understanding of storage and backup concepts.
TS-x53Be User Guide 2. Product Overview This chapter provides basic information about the QNAP TS-x53Be NAS. About the TS-x53Be The TS-x53Be is powered by an Intel® Celeron® J3455 quad-core 1.5 GHz processor with burst frequency up to 2.3 GHz. The TS-x53Be comes with two Gigabit LAN ports and supports 4K (H.264) video playback, and 1080p or 4K real-time transcoding.
TS-x53Be User Guide Component Hot-swappable TS-253Be TS-453Be Yes Note SSDs using PCIe expansion slots are not hot-swappable. Network Gigabit Ethernet ports 2 x RJ45 External I/O Ports & Expansion Slots PCIe slots 1 x PCIe 2.0 x2 USB ports 5 x USB 3.0 • Front: 1 x USB 3.0 Type-A Tip You can use the One Touch Copy button with this port. • Back: 4 x USB 3.0 Type-A HDMI outputs Audio 2 x HDMI 1.4b (up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30Hz resolution) • 2 x 3.5 mm dynamic microphone jacks • 1 x 3.
TS-x53Be User Guide Component Fans TS-253Be TS-453Be System: 1 x 7 cm System: 1 x 12 cm Warning To avoid serious injuries, do not touch the fans while the NAS is connected to a power source. Operating temperature 0 to 40˚C (32 to 104˚F) Relative humidity • Non-condensing relative humidity: 5 to 95% • Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F) Security slot Kensington security slot Tip Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice. To see the latest specifications, go to https://www.
TS-x53Be User Guide Front Panel No. Component No. Component 1 Power button 4 USB LED 2 Status LED 5 USB 3.0 One Touch Copy port 3 LAN LED 6 USB One Touch Copy button Rear Panel No. Component No. Component 1 Speaker 6 3.
TS-x53Be User Guide No. Component No. Component 3 Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet ports 8 3.5 mm dynamic microphone jacks 4 USB 3.0 Type-A ports 9 Reset button 5 HDMI ports 10 PCIe slot cover Right Panel Note The image does not include the chassis. No. Component No.
TS-x53Be User Guide Front Drive Numbering TS-253Be TS-453Be Installation Requirements Category Environment Item • Room temperature: 0 to 40˚C (32 to 104˚F) • Non-condensing relative humidity: 5 to 95% • Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.
TS-x53Be User Guide Category Hardware and peripherals Item • Storage drives For details on compatible drives, go to https://www.qnap.com/ compatibility/. • Network cable Tools • Phillips #1 or #2 screwdriver • Anti-static wrist strap Setting Up the NAS 1. Place your NAS device in an environment that meets the requirements. For details, see Installation Requirements. 2. Verify that the intake vents on the bottom of the case are unobstructed. 3.
TS-x53Be User Guide 3. Installation and Configuration This chapter provides specific hardware and firmware installation and configuration steps. Hardware Installation This section provides information on installing drives, memory modules, and expansion cards. Drive Installation The TS-x53Be is compatible with 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drives, 2.5-inch solid state drives, and M.2 solid state drives. Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives on 3.
TS-x53Be User Guide 3. Remove a drive tray by simultaneously pressing the latch and pulling the tray. 4. Install a drive on the drive tray. a. Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the tray.
TS-x53Be User Guide b. Place the drive on the tray so that the holes on the sides of the drive are aligned with the holes on the sides of the tray. c. Attach the fastening panels. d. Optional: Attach screws to further secure the drive.
TS-x53Be User Guide 5. Load the drive tray into the drive bay. 6. Attach the front cover. a. Align the cover with the grooves on the case, and then slide to the right.
TS-x53Be User Guide b. Slide the lock up. 7. Power on the NAS. Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid State Drives on 3.5-inch Trays Warning • Installing a drive deletes all data on the drive. • Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components. 1. Power off the NAS. 2. Remove the front cover.
TS-x53Be User Guide a. Locate the lock on the left side of the NAS. b. Slide the lock down to release the cover. c. Slide the cover to the left and then pull. 3. Remove a drive tray by simultaneously pressing the latch and pulling the tray.
TS-x53Be User Guide 4. Install a drive on the drive tray. a. Remove the right fastening panel from the tray. b. Place the drive on the tray so that the holes on the bottom of the drive are aligned with the holes on the bottom of the tray. c. Attach the screws.
TS-x53Be User Guide 5. Load the drive tray into the drive bay. 6. Attach the front cover. a. Align the cover with the grooves on the case, and then slide to the right.
TS-x53Be User Guide b. Slide the lock up. 7. Power on the NAS. Installing Expansion Cards The NAS supports selected expansion cards, some of which require QNAP PCIe brackets. QNAP-branded expansion cards purchased from the company website are shipped with the brackets necessary to fit all QNAP NAS models. The TS-x53Be series uses low-profile flat brackets. Warning • Only qualified personnel should perform the following steps. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injury or death.
TS-x53Be User Guide • Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components. 1. Check the expansion cards and brackets supported by your model on the QNAP website. a. Go to www.qnap.com/compatibility. b. Click Search by NAS. c. Specify the number of bays and the specific model of your NAS. d. Under Category, select the component or device type. e. Locate a specific component or device model in the list. f. Click the corresponding Note icon to view more information. 2.
TS-x53Be User Guide 6. Remove the case cover. a. Remove the screws that secure the cover to the chassis. b. Push down on the cover and then pull the chassis. c. Pull the chassis to the right until it completely detaches from the cover.
TS-x53Be User Guide 7. Optional: Attach the QNAP bracket to the expansion card. a. Remove all screws of the existing bracket. b. Carefully pull the bracket away from the card. c. Attach the QNAP bracket to the card using the same screws.
TS-x53Be User Guide d. Verify that the bracket does not move. 8. Install the expansion card. a. Hold the card by the edges. b. Insert the card into the slot. c. Attach the screw. 9. Attach the case cover. a. Slide the cover to the right until it connects with the chassis, and then pull.
TS-x53Be User Guide b. Attach the screws to the back side of the case. 10. Attach the front cover. a. Align the cover with the grooves on the case, and then slide to the right.
TS-x53Be User Guide b. Slide the lock up. 11. Connect all cables and external attachments. 12. Connect the power cord to the electrical outlet. 13. Power on the NAS. Replacing Memory Modules The NAS has two memory slots. Depending on the model, you can increase the memory capacity of the NAS by upgrading one or both modules. When using two modules, use only QNAP modules of the same type and capacity to maintain system performance and stability.
TS-x53Be User Guide Warning • Only qualified personnel should perform the following steps. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injury or death. • Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components. 1. Power off the NAS. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. 3. Disconnect all cables and external attachments. 4. Remove the front cover. a. Locate the lock on the left side of the NAS. b. Slide the lock down to release the cover. c.
TS-x53Be User Guide 5. Remove each drive tray by simultaneously pressing the latch and pulling the tray. 6. Place the NAS on its right side. 7. Remove an existing memory module. a. Push the retention clips outward simultaneously to release the module.
TS-x53Be User Guide b. Verify that the module has tilted upward and is completely released from the slot. Warning Attempting to remove a module that is not completely released may damage the module and the motherboard. c. Hold the module by the edges and then carefully slide it out of the slot. Warning • Do not touch the components, particularly the metal connectors. • Do not bend the module. 8. Install a new module.
TS-x53Be User Guide a. Align the notch with the ridge in the slot. b. Insert the module into the slot. c. Verify that the metal connectors are completely inserted into the slot. d. Carefully press down on the module until the retention clips lock the module into place. 9. Attach the front cover. a. Align the cover with the grooves on the case, and then slide to the right. b. Slide the lock up.
TS-x53Be User Guide 10. Connect all cables and external attachments. 11. Connect the power cord to the electrical outlet. 12. Power on the NAS. 13. Verify that the module is recognized by the NAS. a. Log on to QTS as administrator. b. Go to Control Panel > System > System Status > Hardware Information . c. Check the value for Total memory. QTS Installation TS-x53Be uses the QNAP QTS operating system. You can install QTS using any of the following methods.
TS-x53Be User Guide Method Cloud installation Description If the NAS is connected to the internet, you can do the following: • Scan the QR code on the NAS. • Log into your myQNAPcloud account. Requirements • Computer or mobile device • Network cable • myQNAPcloud account • CloudKey • Use CloudLink to remotely access your NAS. • Complete the steps in the Smart Installation Guide wizard. For details, see Installing QTS Using the Cloud Key.
TS-x53Be User Guide Tip QNAP recommends connecting to an NTP server to ensure that the NAS follows the Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) standard. 9. Click Next. 10. Select Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP). 11. Click Next. 12. Select the types of devices that you will use to access shared folders on the NAS. 13. Click Next. 14. Select Configure disks later. Note For details on configuring disks, see the Storage Manager section of the QTS User Guide. 15. Click Next. 16. Select No.
TS-x53Be User Guide The web page lists all the uninitialized QNAP NAS devices on the local network. 4. Find your NAS from the list and then click Initialize. Note If your NAS is not listed, follow the instructions on the web page to specify the Cloud Key on the NAS. The installation wizard opens in the default web browser. 5. Create an account or sign in to myQNAPcloud. Note You must return to this page to complete the installation after creating an account. 6.
TS-x53Be User Guide 17. Click Next. 18. Select Configure disks later. Note For details on configuring disks, see the Storage Manager section of the QTS User Guide. 19. Click Next. 20. Select No. Note • Enabling the multimedia functions allows you to install multimedia applications after configuring the disks in Storage Manager. • For details on enabling multimedia functions on QTS, see the System Administration section of the QTS User Guide. 21. Click Next. 22. Review the settings. 23. Click Apply.
TS-x53Be User Guide 8. Click Next. 9. Review the settings. 10. Click Next. The Confirm screen appears. Warning Clicking Next deletes all data on the drive before installing QTS. 11. Click Next. QTS is installed.
TS-x53Be User Guide 4. Basic Operations This chapter describes basic NAS operations. Power Button Operation User Action Result Power on Press the button once. The NAS powers on. Power off Press and hold the button for 1.5 seconds. The NAS powers off. Force power off Press and hold the button for 5 seconds. The NAS shuts down. Important Use this method only when the NAS is unresponsive. Reset Button Operation Basic system reset User Action Press and hold the button for 3 seconds.
TS-x53Be User Guide For details on configuring USB One Touch Copy, see the QTS User Guide. LEDs LEDs indicate system status and related information when the NAS is powered on. The following LED information applies only when the drive is correctly installed and when the NAS is connected to the network. For details on the location of the LEDs, see Components. LED System Status Status Flashes green and red alternately every 0.5 seconds Description • The drive is being formatted.
TS-x53Be User Guide LED Drive USB Status Description Flashes red The data is being accessed and a read/write error occurs during the process. Red A drive read/write error occured. Flashes green The data is being accessed. Green The drive can be accessed. Flashes blue every 0.5 sec • A USB device (connected to the front USB port) is detected. • A USB device (connected to the front USB port) is being removed from the NAS.
TS-x53Be User Guide 5. Troubleshooting This chapter describes basic troubleshooting information. Forcing Qfinder Pro or myQNAPcloud to Locate the NAS If Qfinder Pro or myQNAPcloud is unable to locate the NAS during QTS installation, the drives or data may be faulty. 1. Power off the NAS. 2. Remove all drives. 3. Power on the NAS. 4. Locate the NAS using Qfinder Pro or myQNAPcloud. 5. Reinsert the drives. 6. Continue with the QTS installation.
TS-x53Be User Guide Recovering Unintentionally Removed Healthy Drives The NAS supports exclusive RAID recovery technology to recover failed RAID disk volumes from unintentional disconnection or removal of drives. Users can recover an inactive RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 6 volume to degraded mode, or an inactive RAID 0 and JBOD configuration to normal.
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TS-x53Be User Guide 7. Notices This chapter provides information about warranty, disclaimers, licensing, and federal regulations. Limited Warranty QNAP offers limited warranty service on our products. Your QNAP-branded hardware product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year or more from the date printed on the invoice. ("Warranty Period"). Please review your statutory rights at www.qnap.
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