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User Guide
Document Version: 2 18/03/2020
TS-230 User Guide
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1. Preface |
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About This Guide.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Audience....................................................................................................................................................... |
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Document Conventions................................................................................................................................ |
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2. Product Overview |
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About the TS-230.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Hardware Specifications............................................................................................................................... |
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Package Contents........................................................................................................................................ |
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Components................................................................................................................................................. |
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Front Panel............................................................................................................................................... |
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Rear Panel................................................................................................................................................ |
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Front Drive Numbering............................................................................................................................. |
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Installation Requirements............................................................................................................................. |
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Setting Up the NAS....................................................................................................................................... |
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3. Installation and Configuration |
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Hardware Installation.................................................................................................................................. |
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Drive Installation..................................................................................................................................... |
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QTS Installation.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Installing QTS Using Qfinder Pro........................................................................................................... |
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Installing QTS Using the Cloud Key....................................................................................................... |
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4. Basic Operations |
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Power Button.............................................................................................................................................. |
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Reset Button............................................................................................................................................... |
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LEDs........................................................................................................................................................... |
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USB One Touch Copy Button..................................................................................................................... |
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Audio Alert.................................................................................................................................................. |
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5. Troubleshooting |
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Hot-Swapping Failed Drives....................................................................................................................... |
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Forcing Qfinder Pro or myQNAPcloud to Locate the NAS......................................................................... |
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Recovering Unintentionally Removed Healthy Drives................................................................................ |
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Support and Other Resources.................................................................................................................... |
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6. Glossary |
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CloudKey.................................................................................................................................................... |
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myQNAPcloud Link..................................................................................................................................... |
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myQNAPcloud ID........................................................................................................................................ |
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myQNAPcloud............................................................................................................................................ |
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Qfinder Pro................................................................................................................................................. |
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QTS............................................................................................................................................................. |
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7. Notices |
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Limited Warranty......................................................................................................................................... |
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Disclaimer................................................................................................................................................... |
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GNU Public License.................................................................................................................................... |
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CE Notice.................................................................................................................................................... |
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FCC Notice................................................................................................................................................. |
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VCCI Notice................................................................................................................................................ |
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BSMI Notice................................................................................................................................................ |
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SJ/T 11364-2006......................................................................................................................................... |
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TS-230 User Guide
1. Preface
About This Guide
This guide provides information on the QNAP TS-230 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.
Document Conventions
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Important notes provide information on required configuration settings and other |
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critical information. |
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Tips provide recommendations or alternative methods of performing tasks or |
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configuring settings. |
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Warnings provide information that, when ignored, may result in potential loss, |
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injury, or even death. |
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2. Product Overview
This chapter provides basic information about the QNAP TS-230 NAS.
About the TS-230
The TS-230 is a user-friendly lightweight NAS designed for backup, synchronization, remote access, and home entertainment. The TS-230 offers smooth and seamless data transmission for multiple users. It is powered by a Realtek RTD1296 quad-core ARM Cortex A53 processor with 2 GB DDR4 memory. Its toolless tower design makes it an ideal NAS for homes and small offices.
Hardware Specifications
Warning
•If your QNAP product has hardware defects, return the product to QNAP or a QNAPauthorized service center for maintenance or replacement. Any attempt to repair or perform maintenance procedures on the product by you or an unauthorized third-party invalidates the warranty.
•QNAP is not responsible for any damage or data loss caused by unauthorized modifications and installation of unsupported third-party applications.
For details, see the QNAP Warranty Terms and Conditions.
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Memory |
Power supply |
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Realtek RTD1296 ARM |
2 GB |
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Cortex-A53 |
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Processor |
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CPU |
Realtek RTD1296 ARM Cortex-A53 |
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Frequency |
4-core/1.4 GHz |
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Architecture |
ARM 64-bit |
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Encryption engine |
AES-256 |
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Memory |
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Pre-installed memory |
2 GB RAM DDR4 (non-expandable) |
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The TS-230 reserves some RAM for shared graphics |
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memory. |
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Flash memory |
4 GB (Dual-boot OS protection) |
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Storage |
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Drive bays |
2 x 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gbps |
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The 3.5-inch SATA drive bays are backward compatible |
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with SATA 3 Gbps drives. |
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Drive compatibility |
3.5-inch bays: |
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3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives |
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2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives |
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2.5-inch SATA solid-state drives |
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Important |
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2.5-inch drive trays only support drives with a maximum |
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height of 9.5 mm. |
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Hot-swapping |
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Network |
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Gigabit Ethernet ports |
1 x GbE RJ45 |
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External I/O Ports & Expansion Slots |
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USB ports |
Front: 1 x USB 3.0 Type-A |
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This USB port supports One Touch Copy. |
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Back: |
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1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
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1 x USB 3.0 Type-A |
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Dimensions |
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Form factor |
Tower |
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Dimensions (H x W x D) |
188.64 x 90.18 x 156.26 mm |
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(7.43 x 3.55 x 6.15 in) |
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Net weight |
1.11 kg (2.45 lbs) |
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Power supply unit |
65W, AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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Warning |
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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, ensure that |
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you only connect the power cord to a properly grounded |
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electrical outlet. |
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System battery |
CR2032 lithium battery (3V, 225 mAh) |
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Warning |
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To avoid potential battery explosion, causing injury or |
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damage to components, ensure that you replace the |
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existing battery with a battery of the same type. |
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Important |
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Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations |
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or the instructions of the battery manufacturer. |
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Sound level |
15 db(A) |
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Note |
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The sound level was tested at a bystander position, |
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which is within one meter of the NAS. The test NAS |
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operated at low speed with the maximum number of |
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drives installed. |
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Fans |
System: 1 x 80 mm, 12V DC fan |
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Warning |
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To avoid potential injury or damage to components, do |
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not touch the fans while the NAS is connected to a |
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power source. |
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Operating temperature |
0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) |
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Relative humidity |
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Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95% |
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Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F) |
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Tip
Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice. To see the latest specifications, go to https://www.qnap.com.
Package Contents
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TS-230 |
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AC power adapter |
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Power cord |
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Screws for 3.5-inch drives |
8 |
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Screws for 2.5-inch drives |
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Ethernet cable |
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Quick Installation Guide (QIG) |
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Components
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Front Panel
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Status LED |
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Drive 2 LED |
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LAN LED |
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Power button |
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USB One Touch Copy LED |
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USB One Touch Copy button |
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Drive 1 LED |
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USB 3.0 One Touch Copy Type-A port |
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Rear Panel
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System fan |
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Gigabit Ethernet speed LED |
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Reset button |
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USB 2.0 Type-A port |
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Ethernet port (GbE RJ45) |
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USB 3.0 Type-A port |
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Gigabit Ethernet activity LED |
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Power input |
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Front Drive Numbering
Installation Requirements
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Environment |
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Room temperature: 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) |
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Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95% |
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Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F) |
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Flat, anti-static surface without exposure to direct sunlight, liquids, |
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or chemicals |
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Free from objects that may obstruct NAS ventilation or apply |
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pressure to the NAS or power cord |
Hardware and peripherals |
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Storage drives |
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For the list of compatible drive models, go to https:// |
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www.qnap.com/compatibility. |
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Network cable |
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Tools |
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Phillips #1 or #2 screwdriver |
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Flat head screwdriver |
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Anti-static wrist strap |
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Setting Up the NAS
1.Place your NAS device in an environment that meets the requirements.
2.Install the drives.
For details, see the following topics:
•Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives on 3.5-inch Drive Trays
•Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State Drives on 3.5-inch Drive Trays
3.Connect the power cord and all applicable cables.
4.Power on the NAS.
5.Install QTS.
For details, see QTS Installation.
6.Log on to QTS.
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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-230 is compatible with 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA hard drives, and 2.5-inch solid-state drives.
Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives on 3.5-inch Drive Trays
Warning
•Installing a drive and installing QTS deletes all data on the drive.
•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 case cover.
a.Lay the NAS on the left side.
b.Loosen the screw.
c.Slide the cover back.
d.Lift up the cover.
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5.Install a drive on the tray.
a. Remove a drive tray by simultaneously pressing the latch and pulling the tray.
b. Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray.
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c.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.
d.Attach the fastening panels to lock the drive to the tray.
e. Optional: Attach the screws.
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