Synology DS218 Manual

Synology DiskStation DS218

Hardware Installation Guide

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before You Start

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

Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation

Install DSM with Web Assistant	10
Learn More	10

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: LED Indicator Table

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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

AC power adapter x 1

RJ-45 LAN cable x 1

Screws for 2.5” drives x 10

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Synology DiskStation at a Glance

No.	Article Name	Location	Description
1	Status Indicator		Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED
			Indicator Table".
2	LAN Indicator		Displays the status of the network connection. For more information, see
			"Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
3	Disk Indicator		Displays the status of the installed drives. For more information, see "Appendix B:
			LED Indicator Table".
		Front Panel
4	USB 2.0 Port		Connect external drives or other USB devices to the DiskStation here.
5			Lights up when you connect a USB device (e.g. digital camera, USB storage
	Copy Button		device, etc.). Press the copy button to copy data from the connected USB device
			to internal drives.
6	Power Button		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.
7	Fan		Disposes of excess heat and cools the system. If the fan malfunctions, the
			DiskStation will emit a beeping sound.
8	USB 3.0 Ports		Connect external drives or other USB devices to the DiskStation here.
			1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP address,
9	RESET Button		DNS server, and passwords for the admin account.
		Back Panel	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.
10	LAN Port		Connect a network cable here.
11	Power Port		Connect the AC adapter here.
12	Kensington		Attach a Kensington security lock here.
	Security Slot

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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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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 www.synology.com for compatible drive models)

Warning: If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all existing data. Please back up any important data before installation.

Install Drives

1 Remove the drive bay cover from the front panel.

2 Push the latch upward and pull the handle to remove the drive tray from your DiskStation.

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