Synology RackStation RS814+, RackStation RS814RP+ Quick Installation Manual

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Synology RackStation RS814+/RS814RP+

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 Drive Installation ............................................................................................................................... 7

Install Drives ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Add a RAM Module on RackStation ................................................................................................................................ 9

Start up the RackStation .................................................................................................................................................. 11

Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation

Install DSM with Web Assistant ...................................................................................................................................... 12

Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: LED Indicator Table

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Chapter

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Chapter 1: Before You Start

Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new RackStation, 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 RackStation.

Package Contents

Main unit x 1 AC power cord x 1

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Rack mount kit x 2

Screws for 3.5"

hard drives x 20

Screws for 2.5"

hard drives x 20

Rack mount kit nuts x 5 Hard drive tray key x 2

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AC power cord: RS814+ x1; RS814RP+ x2

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Synology RackStation at a Glance

No. Article Name Location Description

1) Power Indicator

Front

Panel

Displays power status of the RackStation. For more information, see
"Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".

2) Power Button

1. Press to power on the RackStation.

2. To power off the RackStation, press and hold until you hear a beep
sound and the power indicator starts blinking.

3) Alert Indicator

Displays warnings regarding fan or temperature. For more information,
see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".

4)

Disk Indicator

Displays the status of internal drives. For more information, see "Appendix
B: LED Indicator Table".

5) Beep off Button

Press to deactivate beep sound when malfunctions occur.

6) Status Indicator

Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix B:
LED Indicator Table".

7)

Drive Tray

Install drives here.

8) Fan

Back

Panel

Disposes of excessive heat and cools the system. If a fan malfunctions,
the RackStation will emit a beeping sound.

9) Power Port

Connect power cord here to supply power to your RackStation.

10)

LAN Port

Connect network cables here.

11) RESET Button

1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP
address, DNS server, and passwords for users belonging to the
administrators group.

2. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound, then press and hold again
until you hear three beep sounds to return the RackStation to “Not
Installed” status so that DiskStation Manager can be reinstalled.

12) USB 3.0 Port

Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices to the
Synology RackStation here.

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No.

Article Name

Location

Description

13)

eSATA Port

Back

Panel

Connect external SATA drive or Synology Expansion Unit

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14)

to the

Synology RackStation.

Console Port

For manufacturing use only.

15) Redundant Power LED

Displays the status of redundant powers supplies, alerting the user of
power supply or fan failure.

16)

Beep off Button

Press to deactivate beep sound when malfunctions of redundant power
occur.

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

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Safety Instructions

Keep away from direct sunlight and 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.