QNAP TS-431KX, TS-431X3 User Manual

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TS-431KX

TS-431KX

TS-431X3

User Guide

Document Version: 2 22/05/2020

TS-431KX/TS-431X3 User Guide

Contents

 

1. Preface

 

About This Guide..........................................................................................................................................

3

Audience.......................................................................................................................................................

3

Document Conventions................................................................................................................................

3

2. Product Overview

 

About the TS-431KX.....................................................................................................................................

4

About the TS-431X3.....................................................................................................................................

4

Hardware Specifications...............................................................................................................................

4

Components.................................................................................................................................................

6

Front Panel...............................................................................................................................................

6

Rear Panel................................................................................................................................................

7

System Board...........................................................................................................................................

9

Drive Numbering.......................................................................................................................................

9

Package Contents........................................................................................................................................

9

Safety Information.......................................................................................................................................

10

Installation Requirements............................................................................................................................

11

Setting Up the NAS.....................................................................................................................................

11

3. Installation and Configuration

 

Hardware Installation..................................................................................................................................

13

Drive Installation.....................................................................................................................................

13

Replacing Memory Modules...................................................................................................................

20

Connecting USB Expansion Units..............................................................................................................

30

QTS Installation..........................................................................................................................................

32

Installing QTS Using Qfinder Pro...........................................................................................................

32

Installing QTS Using the Cloud Key.......................................................................................................

33

4. Basic Operations

 

Power Button..............................................................................................................................................

36

Reset Button...............................................................................................................................................

36

LEDs...........................................................................................................................................................

37

USB One Touch Copy Button.....................................................................................................................

39

Audio Alert..................................................................................................................................................

39

5. Troubleshooting

 

Hot-swapping Failed Drives........................................................................................................................

40

Forcing Qfinder Pro or myQNAPcloud to Locate the NAS.........................................................................

40

Recovering Unintentionally Removed Healthy Drives................................................................................

41

Support and Other Resources....................................................................................................................

41

6. Glossary

 

Cloud Key...................................................................................................................................................

42

myQNAPcloud Link.....................................................................................................................................

42

myQNAPcloud............................................................................................................................................

42

myQNAPcloud ID........................................................................................................................................

42

Qfinder Pro.................................................................................................................................................

42

QTS.............................................................................................................................................................

42

7. Notices

 

1

Limited Warranty.........................................................................................................................................

43

Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................................

43

GNU Public License....................................................................................................................................

43

CE Notice....................................................................................................................................................

51

FCC Notice.................................................................................................................................................

51

VCCI Notice................................................................................................................................................

52

BSMI Notice................................................................................................................................................

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SJ/T 11364-2006.........................................................................................................................................

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TS-431KX/TS-431X3 User Guide

1. Preface

About This Guide

This guide provides information on the QNAP TS-431KX and TS-431X3 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

Symbol

Description

 

Notes provide default configuration settings and other supplementary

 

information.

 

 

 

Important notes provide information on required configuration settings and other

 

critical information.

 

 

 

Tips provide recommendations or alternative methods of performing tasks or

 

configuring settings.

 

 

 

Warnings provide information that, when ignored, may result in potential loss,

 

injury, or even death.

 

 

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2. Product Overview

This chapter provides basic information about the QNAP TS-431KX and TS-431X3 NAS.

About the TS-431KX

The TS-431KX is powered by Annpurna Labs Alpine AL-214 1.7 GHz processors for multi-tasking and smooth data streaming. Built to accommodate busy office environments, the TS-431KX ensures data security and performance with built-in AES 256-bit encryption engines. It features a USB One Touch Copy port for quick and convenient backup and data transfer. The TS-431KX supports 4-drive bays and SATA 6 Gbps for speedy data transfer. The NAS also offers one 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ interface and dual Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports for quick data transfer.

About the TS-431X3

The TS-431X3 is powered by Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-314 quad-core 1.7 GHz processors for highperforming data processing, and cost-effective storage in business environments. Built for SMB office environments, the TS-431X3 ensures data security and performance with built-in encryption engine. It features a USB One Touch Copy port for quick and convenient backup and data transfer. The TS-431X3 supports 4-drive bays and SATA 6 Gbps for speedy data transfer. The NAS also offers three types of Gigabit Ethernet ports, including 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45, and Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 for quick data transfer.

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.

Tip

Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice. To see the latest specifications, go to https://www.qnap.com.

Ordering P/N

CPU

Memory

Power supply

TS-431KX-2G

Annapurna Labs Alpine

2 GB

Single

 

AL-214

 

 

 

 

 

 

TS-431X3-4G

Annapurna Labs Alpine

4 GB

Single

 

AL-314

 

 

Component

TS-431KX-2G

TS-431X3-4G

Processor

 

 

 

 

 

CPU

Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-214

Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-314

 

 

 

Frequency

4-core/1.7 GHz

4-core/1.7 GHz

 

 

 

Architecture

ARM 32-bit

 

 

 

 

Encryption engine

AES-256

 

 

 

 

Memory

 

 

 

 

 

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Component

 

 

 

TS-431KX-2G

 

TS-431X3-4G

Pre-installed memory

2GB RAM: 1 x 2 GB SODIMM

 

4 GB RAM: 1 x 4 GB SODIMM

 

DDR3L

 

 

DDR3L

 

 

 

 

Memory slots

1 x SODIMM DDR3L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Important

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use only QNAP memory modules to maintain

 

 

 

 

system performance and stability. For NAS devices

 

 

 

 

with more than one memory slot, use QNAP

 

 

 

 

modules with identical specifications.

 

 

 

Using unsupported modules may degrade

 

 

 

 

performance, cause errors, or prevent the

 

 

 

 

operating system from starting.

 

 

 

Maximum memory

8GB RAM: 1 x 8 GB

 

 

 

 

Flash memory

512 MB (dual-boot OS protection)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Storage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drive bays

4 x 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gbps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The SATA 6 Gbps drive bays are backward compatible

 

 

 

with SATA 3 Gbps drives.

 

 

 

 

Drive compatibility

3.5-inch bays:

 

 

3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives

 

 

2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives

 

 

2.5-inch SATA solid-state drives

 

 

 

 

SSD cache acceleration support

3.5-inch drive bays:1 to 4

 

 

 

 

Hot-swapping

Supported

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Network

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10 Gigabit Ethernet ports

1 x 10 GbE SFP+

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port

None

 

 

1 x 2.5 GbE RJ45

 

 

 

 

Gigabit Ethernet ports

2 x GbE RJ45

 

1 x GbE RJ45

 

 

 

 

Wake-on-LAN

Yes (GbE RJ45)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

External I/O Ports & Expansion Slots

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB ports

Front panel:

 

 

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (5Gbps) Type-A

 

 

 

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This USB port supports One Touch Copy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rear panel:

 

 

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (5Gbps) Type-A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interface

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Component

 

 

TS-431KX-2G

 

TS-431X3-4G

Buttons

Power

 

 

Reset

 

 

• USB One Touch Copy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dimensions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Form factor

Tower

 

 

 

 

Dimensions (H x W x D)

169 x 160 x 219 mm

 

 

(6.65 x 6.3 x 8.62 in)

 

 

 

 

Net weight

3 kg (6.61 lbs)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Others

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power supply unit

90W, 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz

 

 

 

 

System battery

CR2032 lithium battery (3V, 225 mAh)

 

 

 

 

Sound level

19.5 dB(A)

 

 

 

 

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The sound level was tested at a bystander position,

 

 

 

which is within one meter of the NAS. The test NAS

 

 

 

operated at low speed with the maximum number of

 

 

 

drives installed.

 

 

 

 

Fans

System fan: 1 x 120mm, 12V DC smart fan

 

 

 

 

Operating temperature

0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Components

Front Panel

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No.

 

Component

No.

Component

1

Status LED

 

6

Drive 3 LED

 

 

 

 

 

2

LAN LED

 

7

Drive 4 LED

 

 

 

 

 

3

USB LED

 

8

Power button

 

 

 

 

 

4

Drive 1 LED

 

9

USB One Touch Copy button

 

 

 

 

 

5

Drive 2 LED

 

10

USB 3.2 Gen 1 One Touch Copy Type-A port

 

 

 

 

 

Rear Panel

TS-431KX

No.

 

Component

No.

 

Component

1

Reset button

6

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A ports

 

 

 

 

 

2

10

Gigabit Ethernet activity LED

7

Power input

 

 

 

 

 

3

10

Gigabit Ethernet port (SFP+)

8

Kensington security slot

 

 

 

 

 

4

10

Gigabit Ethernet link LED

9

Gigabit Ethernet ports (RJ45)

 

 

 

 

 

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Only these ports support Wake-

 

 

 

 

 

on-LAN configurations.

 

 

 

 

5

Gigabit Ethernet activity LEDs

10

Gigabit Ethernet speed LEDs

 

 

 

 

 

 

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TS-431X3

No.

 

 

Component

No.

Component

1

Reset button

8

Power input

 

 

 

 

 

2

10

Gigabit Ethernet activity LED

9

Kensington security slot

 

 

 

 

 

3

10

Gigabit Ethernet port (SFP+)

10

Gigabit Ethernet activity LED

 

 

 

 

 

4

10

Gigabit Ethernet link LED

11

Gigabit Ethernet speed LED

 

 

 

 

5

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ45)

12

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet activity LED

 

 

 

 

6

Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ45)

13

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet speed LED

 

 

 

Note

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Only this port supports Wake-on-

 

 

 

 

 

LAN configuration.

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-A ports

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

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System Board

No.

 

Component

No.

Component

1

Memory slot

 

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

Drive Numbering

Package Contents

Item

Quantity

TS-431KX or TS-431X3

1

 

 

AC power adapter

1

 

 

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Item

Quantity

Power cord

1

 

 

Ethernet cable

TS-431KX: 2 x Cat5e

 

TS-431X3: 1 x Cat5e

Screws for 3.5-inch drives

16

 

 

Screws for 2.5-inch drives

12

 

 

Quick Installation Guide (QIG)

1

 

 

Safety Information

The following instructions help ensure personal safety and environmental safety. Read these instructions carefully before performing any operations.

General Instructions

The NAS should be stored in a secure location with restricted access, controlled through the use of a tool, lock and key, or any means of security.

Only qualified, skilled, and authorized persons with knowledge of all restrictions, safety precautions, and installation and maintenance procedures should have physical access to the NAS.

To avoid potential injury or damage to components, ensure that the drives and other internal system components have cooled before touching them.

Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid potential injury or damage to components.

Power

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, ensure that you only connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet.

Devices with redundant power supply may have one or more power supply unit (PSU) cords. To avoid serious injuries, a trained service technician must disconnect all PSU cords from the device before installing or replacing system components.

System Battery

To avoid potential battery explosion, causing injury or damage to components, ensure that you replace the existing battery with a battery of the same type.

Dispose of used batteries properly according to local regulations or the instructions of the battery manufacturer.

Moving Parts

Moving fan blades: Keep your body parts away from moving fan blades while the device is connected to a power source.

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Moving components: Keep your body parts away from other moving components.

Installation Requirements

Category

 

Item

Environment

Room temperature: 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F)

 

Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95%

 

Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F)

 

Flat, anti-static surface without exposure to direct sunlight, liquids,

 

 

or chemicals

 

Free from objects that may obstruct NAS ventilation or apply

 

 

pressure to the NAS or power cord

 

 

 

Hardware and peripherals

Storage drives

 

For the list of compatible drive models, go to https://

 

 

www.qnap.com/compatibility.

 

Network cable

 

 

 

Tools

Phillips #1 or #2 screwdriver

 

Flat head screwdriver

 

Anti-static wrist strap

 

 

 

Setting Up the NAS

Important

Read all safety requirements and information in Safety Information carefully before setting up the NAS or installing NAS components.

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 Trays

Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State Drives on 3.5-inch Trays

For the list of compatible drive models, go to https://www.qnap.com/compatability.

3.Connect the NAS to the network.

4.Connect the USB expansion units.

For details, see Connecting USB Expansion Units.

5.Connect the power cord and all applicable cables.

6.Power on the NAS.

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For details, see Front Panel.

7.Install QTS.

For details, see QTS Installation.

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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-431KX and the TS-431X3 are compatible with 3.5-inch hard drives, 2.5-inch hard drives, and 2.5- inch solid-state drives.

Installing 3.5-inch Drives on a 3.5-inch Tray

Warning

Installing a drive deletes all data on the drive.

Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.

Moving fan blades: Keep your hands and other body parts away from moving fan blades.

Other moving components: Keep your hands and other body parts away from other moving components.

1.Power off the NAS.

2.Remove the drive tray.

a. Optional: Unlock the tray.

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Note

The preinstalled drive trays come unlocked.

Important

Ensure the drive tray keys are stored in a safe place.

b.Pull the handle to release the tray.

c.Pull the tray out.

3.Install a drive on the tray.

a. Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray.

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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 the screws to further secure the drive.

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4.Load the tray into the bay.

a.Insert the tray into the bay.

b.Push the handle.

c. Lock the tray.

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