Synology RackStation RS815+/RS815RP+ Quick Installation Guide
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Start Package Contents Synology RackStation at a Glance System Fans Safety Instructions 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation Install Drives Add a RAM Module on RackStation Replace Redundant Power Supplies on RackStation Start up the RackStation 7 7 9 11 12 Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation Install DSM with Web Assistant Learn More Appedix A: Specifications Appedix B: LED Indicator Table Synology_QIG_RS815+/RS815RP+_2014102
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 AC power cord x 11 Main unit x 1 Rack mount kit x 2 Screws for 3.5" hard drives x 20 1 3 AC power cord: RS815+ x1; RS815RP+ x2 Screws for 2.
Synology RackStation at a Glance No. Location Description Displays power status of the RackStation. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table". 1 Power Indicator 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 LED starts blinking. 3 Alert Indicator Displays warnings regarding fan or temperature. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
No. Article Name 12 USB 3.0 Port 13 eSATA Port 14 Console Port 15 Redundant Power LED 16 Beep off Button Location Description Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices to the Synology RackStation here. Connect external SATA drive or Synology Expansion Unit1 to the Synology RackStation. Back Panel For manufacturing use only. Displays the status of redundant powers supplies, alerting the user of power supply or fan failure.
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.
Chapter Hardware Setup Tools and Parts for Drive Installation • A screwdriver • 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 data. If you need the data in the future, please back it up before installation. Install Drives 1 Pull the drive tray handle in the direction as indicated below to remove the drive tray. 2 Load drives in the drive trays. • For 3.
3 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay. Note: Make sure the drive tray is completely inserted. Otherwise, the drive might not function properly. 4 Press the handle inward to secure the drive tray. 5 Insert the drive tray key into the drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise to lock the handle of the drive tray, and then remove the key. 6 Repeat the steps above to install all prepared drives. 7 Fix the two rack mount kits on both sides with the screws provided.
Add a RAM Module on RackStation Synology offers RAM modules which allow you to expand the memory capacity of your RackStation. To install, check, or remove your RAM module, please follow the steps below. To install a RAM module: 1 Shut down the RackStation and disconnect all connected cables to prevent any possible damage. 2 Unscrew the two knobs that secure the back panel. Pull out the panel to reveal the circuit board. Important: When you pull out the panel, you expose sensitive internal components.
4 Return the board into the RackStation: a Identify the rail within the RackStation. b Place the circuit board within the rail and push the board all the way in. c Tighten the two knobs you unscrewed in step 2. To make sure RackStation recognizes the new memory capacity: 1 Install DiskStation Manager (DSM). (See the next chapter for more information.) 2 Log in to DSM as admin or a user belonging to the administrators group. 3 Check Total Physical Memory at Control Panel > Info Center.
To remove the RAM Module: 1 Follow steps 1 to 2 of "To install the RAM module" to remove the circuit board. 2 To remove the RAM module, follow the steps below: a Release the levers on the memory slot by pushing outwards simultaneously. b Hold the memory module by the edges and remove it from the slot. 3 Follow step 4 of "To install the RAM module" to replace the circuit board.
3 Prepare a new power supply, and push it back to the slot until you hear a click. Start up the RackStation 1 Connect one end of each power cord to the power ports located on the back of the RackStation and the other end to a power outlet. 2 Connect at least one LAN cable to one of the LAN ports and the other end to your switch, router, or hub. 3 Press the power button to turn on your RackStation. Congratulations! Your RackStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.
Chapter Install DSM on RackStation After hardware setup is finished, please install DiskStation Manager (DSM) – Synology's browser-based operating system – on your RackStation. Install DSM with Web Assistant Your RackStation comes with a built-in tool called Web Assistant that helps you download the latest version of DSM from the Internet and install it on your RackStation. To use Web Assistant, please follow the steps below. 1 Power on the RackStation.
Appendix A Specifications Item RS815+/RS815RP+ Internal Drives 3.5" or 2.5" SATA (II) x 4 Max. Capacity 24 TB (4 x 6 TB hard drives) Hot Swappable Drives Yes External Drive Ports LAN Ports Size (H x W x D) (mm) Weight (kg) • USB 3.0 x 2 • eSATA x 1 Gigabit x 4 • RS815+: 44 x 430.5 x 457.5 • RS815RP+: 44 x 430.5 x 591.8 • RS815+: 6.73 • RS815RP+: 9.36 • Windows XP onward Supported Clients • Mac OS X 10.5 onward • Ubuntu 9.
Appendix B LED Indicator Table LED Indicator Color Status Description Green Static Volume normal Volume not created STATUS Orange Blinking Volume degraded or crashed DSM not installed Off ALERT Rear LAN (on right side of jack) Red HDD hibernation Blinking Off System normal Green Static Gigabit connection Orange Static 100 Mbps connection Off Rear LAN (on left side of jack) Green 10 Mbps connection or no network Static Network connected Blinking Network active Off Green Drive S
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