Synology DiskStation DS1813+ Quick Installation Guide Synology_QIG_18Bay_20130321
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents .............................................................................................................................................................. 3 Synology DiskStation at a Glance .................................................................................................................................... 4 Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................
Chapter Chapter 1: 1 Before You Start Before you start setting up DiskStation, please check the package contents to verify that you have received the items below. Please also read the safety instructions carefully before use to prevent your DiskStation from any damages. Package Contents Main Unit x 1 AC power cord x 1 RJ-45 LAN cable x 2 Screws for 2.
Synology DiskStation at a Glance No. Article Name Location Description 1) Power Button Front Panel 2) LED Indicators Front Panel The LED indicator is used to display the status of the internal disk and the system. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED Indication Table" on Page 18. 3) Hard Drive Trays Front Panel The hard drive trays are designed for loading the hard drives used in Synology DiskStation.
Safety Instructions Keep away from direct sunlight and away from chemicals. Make sure the environment does not experience abrupt changes in temperature or humidity. Keep Synology product upright. Do not lay it down horizontally. Do not place the Synology product close to any liquid. Before cleaning, unplug the power cord first. Wipe Synology product with damp paper towels. Do not use chemical or aerosol cleaners to clean it.
Chapter Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Hard Disk Installation A screwdriver At least one 3.5" or 2.5" SATA hard disk (Please visit www.synology.com for compatible hard disk models.) Warning: If you install a hard disk that contains data, the system will format the hard disk and erase all data. If you need the data in the future, please back it up before installation.
3 Pull the hard drive tray handle in the direction as indicated below to remove the hard drive tray. 4 Load the hard disk in the hard drive tray. For 3.5” Hard Disk: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the hard drive tray. Place the hard disk in the hard drive tray. Then insert the fastening panels to secure the hard disk in place. For 2.5” Hard Disk: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the hard drive tray.
5 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay. Important: Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the hard disk might not be able to function properly. 6 Press the handle in flush with the front panel to hold the hard drive tray in place. 7 Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise (to the "I" position) to lock the handle of the hard drive tray, and then remove the key.
Start Up Your DiskStation 1 Use the LAN cable to connect DiskStation to your switch/router/hub. 2 Connect one end of the power cord to the power port of your DiskStation, and the other to the power outlet. 3 Press and hold the power button to turn on your DiskStation. Your DiskStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.
Add a RAM Module on DiskStation The optional Synology RAM module 2GB (DDR3) is designed for DiskStation memory expansion. Follow the steps below to install, check, or remove a RAM module on your DiskStation. To install the RAM module: 1 Shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your DiskStation to prevent any possible damages. 2 Remove the 6 screws that secure the top case. Lift off the case and place it to the side.
5 Reconnect the cables you removed in step 1, and then press and hold the power button to turn on your DiskStation. To make sure DiskStation recognizes the new memory capacity: 1 Install DiskStation Manager (DSM). (See the next chapter for more information.) 2 Log in to DSM as admin or a user belonging to the administrators group. 3 Check Total Physical Memory in Main Menu > System Information.
Replace System Fan Your DiskStation will play beep sounds if either of the system fans is not working. Follow the steps below to replace the malfunctioning fan with a good one. To replace the system fan: 1 Shut down your DiskStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your DiskStation to prevent any possible damages. 2 Fans are numbered as follows: 3 Remove the 4 screws that secure the fan panel.
4 Remove the malfunctioning fan: a Pull the fan panel from your DiskStation. b Disconnect the 2 fan cables from the connectors located near the bottom of the fan socket, and then remove the fan panel. c Remove the 4 screws that secure the malfunctioning fan, and then remove the fan.
5 Install the new fan: a Replace the malfunctioning fan with a good one (with the fan cable within the fan pointing at the bottom-right corner), and then tighten the 4 screws to secure the new fan. b Connect the 2 fan cables to the connectors located near the bottom of the fan socket, and then replace the fan panel. 6 Replace and tighten the 4 screws you removed in step 2. 7 Reconnect the cables you removed in step 1, and then press and hold the power button to turn on your DiskStation.
Chapter Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) is a browser-based operating system which provides tools to access and manage your Synology DiskStation. When installation is complete, you will be able to log into DSM and start enjoying all the features of your Synology DiskStation. To get started, please see the steps below.
Appendix A Specifications AppendixA: Item DS1813+ Internal HDD 3.5" or 2.5" SATA (II) x 8 Max. Capacity Hot Swappable HDD ‧32TB (8 x 4TB hard drives) ‧72TB (18 x 4TB hard drives) with two DX513 expansion units Yes ‧USB 3.0 x 2 External HDD Interface ‧USB 2.0 x 4 ‧eSATA x 2 LAN Ports Gigabit x 4 USB Copy No Size (HxWxD) (mm) 157 x 340 x 233 Weight (Kg) 5.21 Supported Clients ‧Mac OS X 10.5 onward ‧Windows XP onward ‧Ubuntu 9.04 onward Max. User Accounts 2048 Max.
Item DS1813+ ‧Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC ‧Frequency: 50/60Hz Power Consumption And Environment Requirements ‧Operating Temperature: 40 to 95˚F (5 to 35˚C) ‧Storage Temperature: 15 to 155˚F (-10 to 70˚C) ‧Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH ‧Maximum Operating Altitude: 6500 feet (2000m) 17 Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix B LED Indication Table AppendixB: LED Indication Color Status Description Green Static Volume Normal Static STATUS Front LAN Rear LAN (on upper side of jack) Rear LAN (on lower side of jack) Orange Blinking ALERT Power Volume degraded or crashed DSM not installed Alternating No internal disk -- Off HDD Hibernation Static Network is connected Blinking Network is active Off Network is down Green Static Gigabit connection Orange Static 100 Mb connection -- Off 10
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