Synology RackStation RS3618xs Hardware Installation Guide
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Synology RackStation at a Glance Safety Instructions 3 4 5 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Add a RAM Module on RackStation Add a Network Interface Card to RackStation Replace System Fan Start Up Your RackStation 6 6 8 11 12 14 Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation Install DSM with Web Assistant Learn More Appedix A: Specifications Appedix B: LED Indicator Table Synology_HIG_RS3618xs_20171129
1 Chapter Before You Start 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. Note: All images below are for illustrative purposes only, and may differ from the actual product. Package Contents Main unit x 1 AC power cord x 1 Screws for 2.5” drives x 52 Screws for 3.
Synology RackStation at a Glance No. 1 Power Button and Indicator 2 Status Indicator 3 Alert Indicator 4 Beep Off Button 5 Drive Status Indicator 6 Drive Tray 7 Rail Kit Release Tab Location Description 1. Press to power on the RackStation. 2. To power off the RackStation, press and hold until you hear a beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking. Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
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 hard drive bay. Note: 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 Push the switch on the drive tray handle to the left to lock the drive tray. 6 Repeat the steps above to install all prepared drives. 7 Drives are numbered as shown below.
Add a RAM Module on RackStation The optional Synology RAM module is designed for RackStation memory expansion. Follow the steps below to install, check, or remove a RAM module on your RackStation. To install a RAM module: 1 Shut down your RackStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your RackStation to prevent any possible damage. 2 Remove the rear top cover: a Remove the screw on the back of RackStation. b Pull the rear top cover, and put it aside.
3 Insert the new memory module in the slot: a Push the retaining clips on the slot out to the sides. b Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the memory slot. c Push down on the memory module with firm and even pressure. The retaining clips will snap into position as the module is correctly inserted. Important: For normal operations, you must insert your memory modules into the white slots first. Note: Hold the memory module by its edges, and do not touch the gold connectors.
Attach Network Interface Cards to the RackStation Your RackStation supports two PCIe x8 add-on network interface cards.1 You need to replace the long bracket (suited for PC) in your network interface card with the short bracket before installing the card on your RackStation. To install the network interface card: 1 Shut down your RackStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your RackStation to prevent any possible damages. 2 Open the RackStation by following step 2 of Add a RAM Module on RackStation.
Replace System Fan If a system fan malfunctions, please see the instructions below to open the RackStation and replace the malfunctioning fan. 1 Press the small buttons located on the sides of the RackStation. 2 Lift to remove the fan cover. 3 Fans are numbered as shown below: 4 Find the malfunctioning fan. Lift the fan upward to remove it.
5 Prepare a new fan, and slide it into the RackStation. Make sure the fan is aligned properly as illustrated below. 6 Put back the fan cover you removed in step 2.
Start Up Your RackStation 1 Connect one end of the power cord to the power port located on the back of the RackStation. 2 Connect at least one LAN cable to one of the LAN ports and the other end to your switch, router, or hub. 3 Make sure the Power Supply On/Off Switch is turned on ("|"). 4 Press the power button to turn on the RackStation. Congratulations! Your RackStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.
3 Chapter Install DSM on RackStation After hardware setup is finished, please install DiskStation Manager (DSM) – Synology's browser-based operating system – on your RackStation. Install DSM with Web Assistant Your RackStation comes with a built-in tool called Web Assistant that helps you download the latest version of DSM from the Internet and install it on the RackStation. To use Web Assistant, please follow the steps below. 1 Power on the RackStation.
A Appendix Specifications Item RS3618xs Internal Drive 3.5" / 2.5" SATA x 12 Maximum Raw Capacity External Device Port • 144 TB (12 x 12 TB HDD) • 432 TB with RX1217/RX1217RP (expansion unit) x 2 • USB 3.0 x 2 • Expansion port x2 (Infiniband) LAN Port 1GbE (RJ-45) x 4 PCIe Slot PCIe Gen3 x8 slot x 2, for add-on card (optional) Size (H x W x D) (mm) Weight (kg) Supported Client File System Supported RAID Type • 88 x 482 x 724 (Including rack mount kits) • 88 x 430.
B Appendix LED Indicator Table LED Indicator Power Color Blue Status Description Static Powered on Blinking Booting up / Shutting down Off Green Powered off Static Volume normal Volume degraded / Volume crashed STATUS Orange Blinking Volume not created DSM not installed Off ALERT Orange Blinking Off Green Drive Status Indicator (on tray) HDD hibernation Red System normal Static Drive ready and idle Blinking Accessing drive Static Drive error / Port disabled1 Off Rear LAN (on lef
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