Synology DiskStation DS216play
Quick Installation Guide
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Before You Start
Package Contents |
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Synology DiskStation at a Glance |
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Safety Instructions |
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Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
Tools and Parts for Drive Installation |
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Install Drives |
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Start Up Your DiskStation |
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Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation
Install DSM with Web Assistant |
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Learn More |
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Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix B: LED Indicator Table
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Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new DiskStation, 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 DiskStation.
Note: All images below are for illustrative purposes only, and may differ from the actual product.
Main unit x 1 |
AC power cord x 1 |
AC power adapter x 1
RJ-45 LAN cable x 1
Screws for hard drives x 10 |
Screws for fixing the Synology case x 3 |
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Status Indicator |
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Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED |
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Indicator Table". |
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LAN Indicator |
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Displays the status of the network connection. For more information, see |
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Front Panel |
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Disk Indicator |
Displays the status of the installed drives. For more information, see "Appendix B: |
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LED Indicator Table". |
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Power Button |
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1. Press to power on the DiskStation. |
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2. To power off the DiskStation, press and hold until you hear a beep sound and |
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the Power LED starts blinking. |
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Fan |
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Disposes of excess heat and cools the system. If the fan malfunctions, the |
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DiskStation will emit a beeping sound. |
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LAN Port |
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Connect a network cable here. |
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USB 2.0 Port |
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Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices to the |
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DiskStation here. The USB 3.0 port is colored blue. |
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Back Panel |
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1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP address, |
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RESET Button |
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DNS server, and password for the admin account. |
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2. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound, then press and hold again until |
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you hear three beep sounds to return the DiskStation to “Not Installed” status |
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so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be reinstalled. |
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Kensington |
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Attach a Kensington security lock here. |
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Security Slot |
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Power Port |
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Connect the AC power adapter here. |
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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. Make sure that the supplied AC voltage is correct and stable.
To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries appropriately.
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