Synology DS2413, DiskStation DS2413+ Quick Installation Manual
Synology DiskStation DS2413+
Quick Installation Guide
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Before You Start
Package Contents .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
Synology DiskStation at a Glance .................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................................. 5
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
Tools and Parts for Hard Disk Installation ....................................................................................................................... 6
Install Hard Disks ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Start Up Your DiskStation .................................................................................................................................................. 9
Add a RAM Module on DiskStation ................................................................................................................................ 10
Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation
Install from Windows ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
Install from Mac OS X ...................................................................................................................................................... 14
Install from Linux ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix B: LED Indication Tables
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Chapter 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
Installation disc x 1
Screws for 3.5" hard drives x 52 Screws for 2.5" hard drives x 52 Hard drive tray key x 2
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Synology DiskStation at a Glance
No. Name Location Description
1)
Power Button Front Panel
The Power Button is used to turn Synology DiskStation on or off.
To turn off Synology DiskStation, press the Power Button and hold it until you
hear a beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking.
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 Tables" on
Page 18.
3)
Hard Drive Tray
Lock
Front Panel
The hard drive tray lock is designed for locking/unlocking the trays to the
DiskStation.
4)
Hard Drive Tray Front Panel
The hard drive tray is designed for loading the hard drives used in
Synology DiskStation.
5)
RESET Button Back Panel
1. To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.
2. To reinstall the Synology DiskStation.
6) Expansion Port Back Panel
The Expansion port is used to connect Synology Expansion Unit
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Synology DiskStation.
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Fan Back Panel
The fan is built to exhaust waste heat out of Synology DiskStation. If the fan is
malfunctioning, the system will play beep sounds.
8)
USB 3.0 Ports
Back Panel
The Synology DiskStation offers USB ports for adding additional external hard
drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.
9) USB 2.0 Ports
10) Console Port Back Panel
This port is used for manufacturing use only.
11)
LAN Ports Back Panel
The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to Synology DiskStation.
12) Power Port Back Panel
The power port is where you connect the power cord to Synology DiskStation.
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Synology Expansion Unit is supported on certain DiskStations only.
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Safety Instructions
Keep away from direct sunlight and away from chemicals. Make sure the environment does not
experience abrupt changes in temperature or humidity.
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.
Do not place the Synology product on a cart, table, or desk, which is not stable to avoid the
product from falling over.
The power cord must plug in to the right 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.
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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, system will format the hard disk and erase all data. If you need
the data in the future, please back it up before installation.
Install Hard Disks
1 Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, and turn the key 90˚ clockwise (to the Unlock
position) to unlock the handles of the hard drive trays.
2 Pull the hard drive tray handle in the direction as indicated below to remove the hard drive tray.
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3 Load the hard disk in the hard drive tray.
For 3.5” Hard Disk: Place the hard disk in the hard drive tray, turn the tray upside down, and then tighten
the screws to secure the hard disk.
For 2.5” Hard Disk: Place the hard disk in the blue area (shown below) of the hard drive tray, turn the tray
upside down, and then tighten the screws to secure the hard disk.
4 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard disk bay.
Important: Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the hard disk might not be able to function
properly.
5 Push the hard drive tray handle to secure the hard drive tray.
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