Synology RS2418RP+ User Manual
Synology RackStation RS2418+/RS2418RP+
Hardware Installation Guide
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
Attach Network Interface Cards to the RackStation 12
Replace System Fan 13
Replace Redundant PSU1 on RackStation 14
Start Up Your RackStation 15
Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation
Install DSM with Web Assistant 16
Learn More 16
Appedix A: Specications
Appedix B: LED Indicator Table
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Chapter
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.
Note:
All images below are for illustrative purposes only, and may dier from the actual product.
Package Contents
Main unit x 1 AC power cord
Screws for 2.5” drives x 52
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Screws for 3.5” drives x 52
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AC power cord: RS2418+ x1; RS2418RP+ x2
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Synology RackStation at a Glance
RS2418+
RS2418RP+
No. Article Name Location Description
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Power Button and
Status Indicator
Beep O Button
Drive Status Indicator
Rail Kit Release Tab Push in and hold to release the RackStation from the rail kit lock.
Indicator
Alert Indicator
Front Panel
Drive Tray Install drives (hard disk drives or solid state drives) here.
1. Press to power on the RackStation.
2. To power o the RackStation, press and hold until you hear a beep
sound and the Power LED starts blinking.
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".
Press to deactivate the beeping sound that is emitted when a
malfunction occurs.
Displays the status of drives. For more information, see "Appendix B:
LED Indicator Table".
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For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit.
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No. Article Name Location Description
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Power Port
Connect power cords here.
1. Displays the status of the power supply unit (PSU). For more
PSU Indicator and Beep
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O Button
information, see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
2. Press to deactivate the beeping sound that is emitted when a
malfunction occurs.
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PSU Fan Disposes of excess heat and cools the PSU.
Power Supply On/O
Switch
Press to turn on/o the power supply.
Console Port This port is used for manufacturing use only.
LAN Port Connect RJ-45 network cables here.
Back Panel
USB 3.0 Port Connect external drives, or other USB devices to the RackStation here.
Expansion Port Connect to Synology Expansion Unit2 here.
PCI Express
Expansion Slot
Supports one PCIe x8 slot (x4 link) add-on card.
1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP
address, DNS server, and password for the
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RESET Button
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 (DSM) can be
reinstalled.
admin
account.
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For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your RackStation, please visit
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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
• 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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Open the drive tray.
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for compatible drive models.)
a
Find the small button located on the left side of the drive tray handle. Press the button down, and the drive
tray handle will pop out.
b
Pull the drive tray handle out as illustrated above.
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Install drives:
For 3.5” drives:
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spots indicated below to secure the drive.
For 2.5” drives:
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spots indicated below to secure the drive.
Place the drive in the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten screws into the four
Place the drive in the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten screws into the four
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Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty 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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Push the handle inward to secure the drive tray.
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Push the switch on the drive tray handle to the left to lock the drive tray.
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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 recommend all installed drives be the same size in order to optimize
drive capacity usage.
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