Synology RackStation RS3412RPxs, RackStation RS3412xs, RS3413xs+ Quick Installation Manual

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Synology RackStation RS3412xs/RS3412RPxs

Quick Installation Guide

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before You Start

Package Contents ............................................................................................................................................... 3

Synology RackStation at a Glance ...................................................................................................................... 4

Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................................................... 6

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Tools and Parts for Hard Disk Installation ........................................................................................................... 7

Install Hard Disks ................................................................................................................................................ 7

Add a RAM Module on RackStation .................................................................................................................... 8

Add a Network Interface Card on RackStation .................................................................................................. 10

Start Up Your RackStation ................................................................................................................................ 12

Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation

Install from Windows ......................................................................................................................................... 13

Install from Mac OS X ....................................................................................................................................... 15

Install from Linux ............................................................................................................................................... 15

Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................ 17

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: LED Indication Table

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Chapter 1: Before You Start

Before you start setting up RackStation, 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 RackStation from any
damages.

Package Contents

Main Unit x 1 AC power cord x 1

1

Installation disc x 1

Screws for 3.5" hard drives x 52

Screws for 2.5" hard drives x 52

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AC power cord: RS3412xs x 1; RS3412RPxs x 2

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Synology RackStation at a Glance

No. Article Name Location Description

1)

Power Button Front Panel

The Power Button is used to turn Synology RackStation on or off.

To turn off Synology RackStation, press the Power Button and hold it
until you hear a beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking.

2)

Beep off Button

Front &

Back Panel

The Beep off Button is used to turn off the beep sound of
Synology RackStation.

3)

LED Indicators

Front &

Back 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
Table" on Page 20.

4)

Hard Drive Trays Front Panel

The hard drive tray is designed for loading the hard drives used in
Synology RackStation.

5) Power Port Back Panel

The power port is where you connect the power cord to
Synology RackStation.

6)

Fan Back Panel

The power fans are built to exhaust waste heat out of the power supply.

The system fans (inside RackStation) are built to exhaust waste heat
out of RackStation. If the fan is not working, the RackStation will “beep”
every few seconds.

7) Console Port & VGA Port Back Panel

This port is used for manufacturing use only.

8) USB Port Back Panel

The Synology RackStation offers USB ports for adding additional
external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.

9) LAN 1

Back Panel

The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to
Synology RackStation.

10)

LAN 2

11)

LAN 3

12) LAN 4

13)

RESET Button Back Panel

1. To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.

2. To reinstall the Synology RackStation.

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No.

Article Name

Location

Description

14)

Expansion 1

Back Panel

The Expansion port is used to connect Synology Expansion Unit

1

15)

to

Synology RackStation.

Expansion 2

16)

Power Supply

Safety Latch

2

Back Panel

The power supply safety latch is used to secure the power supply in
place.

17)

Power Supply On/Off

Switch

Back Panel

The power supply on/off switch is used to turn on/off the power supply.

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For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your RackStation, visit www.synology.com.

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RS3412RPxs 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.

Keep Synology product upright. Do not lay it down horizontally.

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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Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

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 still

need the data, please back it up before installation.

Install Hard Disks

1 Pull the hard drive try handle in the direction as indicated below to remove the hard drive tray.

2 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.

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 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.

3 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay.

Important: Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the hard disk might not be able to function

properly.

4 Push the hard drive tray handle to secure the hard drive tray.

5 Repeat the steps above to assemble all hard disks you have prepared.

Note: If you want to set up a RAID set, it is recommended that all installed hard disks are of the same size to make

the best use of hard disk capacity.

Add a RAM Module on RackStation

Synology RAM module 1GB/2GB is designed for RackStation memory expansion, and is optional for your choice.
Follow the steps below to install, check, or remove your RAM module.

Install the RAM Module

1 Shut down your RackStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your RackStation to prevent any possible

damages.

2 Remove the 2 screws on the back of RackStation, and then pull the top cover.

Important: When you pull out the cover, you expose sensitive internal components. Avoid touching anything other

than the memory assembly when you remove or add memory.