Synology DS1819+ User Manual
Synology DiskStation DS1819+
Hardware Installation Guide
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 Drive Installation 6
Install Drives 6
Start Up Your DiskStation 9
Add a RAM Module on DiskStation 10
Add a Network Interface Card 13
Replace System Fan 15
Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation
Install DSM with Web Assistant 17
Learn More 17
Appendix A: Specications
Appendix B: LED Indicator Table
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Chapter
Before You Start
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.
Package Contents
Main unit x 1 AC power cord x 1
RJ-45 LAN cable x 2
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Screws for 2.5” hard drives x 36
Hard drive tray key x 2
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Synology DiskStation at a Glance
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Status Indicator
Alert Indicator
Power Button
LAN Indicator
Drive Status Indicator
Drive Tray Install drives (hard disk drives or solid state drives) here.
Drive Tray Lock Lock or unlock drive trays.
USB 3.0 Port
Power Port
PCI Express
Expansion Slot
Kensington
Security Slot
eSATA Port 1
RESET Button
Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix B:
LED Indicator Table".
Displays warnings regarding fan or temperature. For more information, see
"Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
1. Press to power on the DiskStation.
2. To power off the DiskStation, press and hold until you hear a beep sound
and the Power LED starts blinking.
Front
Fan
LAN Port Connect network cables here.
Back
Displays the status of the network connection. For more information, see
"Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
Displays the status of the installed drive. For more information, see "Appendix
B: LED Indicator Table".
Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices to the
DiskStation here.
Connect the AC power cord here.
Disposes of excess heat and cools the system. If the fan malfunctions, the
DiskStation will emit a beeping sound.
Supports one PCIe x8 slot (x4 link) add-on card.
Attach a Kensington security lock here.
Connect external SATA drive or Synology Expansion Unit1 to the DiskStation
here.
1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP
address, DNS server, and password for the
2. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound, then press and hold again
until you hear three beep sounds to return the DiskStation to “Not
Installed” status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be reinstalled.
admin
account.
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For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your DiskStation, please visit
USB 3.0 Port Connect external hard drives or other USB devices to the DiskStation here.
eSATA Port 2
Connect external SATA drive or Synology Expansion Unit1 to the DiskStation
here.
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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.
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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Chapter
Hardware Setup
Tools and Parts for Drive Installation
• A screwdriver (only for 2.5" drives)
• At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA drive (please visit
Warning:
back up any important data before installation.
If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all existing data. Please
Install Drives
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Press the lower part of the hard drive tray to pop out the handle.
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for compatible drive models.)
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Pull the hard drive tray handle in the direction as indicated below to remove the hard drive tray.
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Load drives in the drive trays.
For 3.5” drives:
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tray. Then insert the fastening panels to secure the drive in place.
For 2.5” drives:
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place. Place the drive in the blue area (shown below) of the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten
the screws to secure the drive in place.
Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray. Place the drive in the drive
Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray and store them in a safe
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Push the upper part of the loaded hard drive tray and insert it into the empty hard drive bay.
Note:
Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the drive might not be able to function properly.
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Press the handle in ush with the front panel to hold the hard drive tray in place.
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Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise (to the "I" position) to lock the
handle of the hard drive tray, and then remove the key.
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Repeat the steps above to assemble the other drives you have prepared.
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Drives are numbered as shown below.
Note:
If you want to create a RAID volume, we recommended that all installed drives are of the same size to make
the best use of drive capacity.
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Start Up Your DiskStation
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Use the LAN cable to connect the DiskStation to your switch, router or hub.
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Connect the AC adapter to the power port of the DiskStation. Connect one end of the AC power cord to the AC
power adapter, and the other to the power outlet.
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Press the power button.
Congratulations! Your DiskStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.
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