Synology DS2015xs User manual

Synology DiskStation DS2015xs

Quick Installation Guide

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before You Start

Package Contents 3

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

Add a RAM Module on DiskStation 10

Replace System Fan 12

Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation

Install DSM with Web Assistant 15

Learn More 15

Appedix A: Specications

Appedix B: LED Indicator Table

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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.

Package Contents

Main unit x 1 AC power cord x 1

RJ-45 LAN cable x 2

Screws for 2.5” hard drives x 36

Hard drive tray key x 2

Before You Start 1

Chapter

4Chapter 1: Before You Start

Synology DiskStation at a Glance

No. Article Name Location Description

1 Status Indicator

Front Panel

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

LED Indicator Table".

2 Alert Indicator Displays warnings regarding fan or temperature. For more information, see

"Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".

3 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.

4 LAN Indicator Displays the status of the network connection. For more information, see

"Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".

5 Drive Status Indicator Displays the status of the installed drive. For more information, see "Appendix

B: LED Indicator Table".

6 Drive Tray Install drives (hard disk drives or solid state drives) here.

7 Drive Tray Lock Lock or unlock drive trays.

8 Power Port

Back Panel

Connect the AC power cord here.

9 Fan Disposes of excess heat and cools the system. If the fan malfunctions, the

DiskStation will emit a beeping sound.

10 10GbE SFP+

LAN Port Connect 10GbE SFP+ cables here.

11 USB 3.0 Port Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices to the

DiskStation here.

12 Kensington

Security Slot Attach a Kensington security lock here.

13 Expansion Port Connect Synology Expansion Unit1to the DiskStation here.

14 RESET Button

1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP

address, DNS server, and password for the admin account.

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.

15 LAN Port Connect network cables here.

1For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your DiskStation, please visit www.synology.com.

5Chapter 1: Before You Start

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.

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 Press the lower part of the hard drive tray to pop out the handle.

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

Hardware Setup

Chapter

7Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

3 Load drives in the drive trays.

• For 3.5” drives: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray. Place the drive in the drive

tray. Then insert the fastening panels to secure the drive in place.

• For 2.5” drives: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray and store them in a safe

place. Place the drive in the blue area (shown below) of the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten

the screws to secure the drive in place.

8Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

4 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard 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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6 Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise (to the "I" position) to lock the

handle of the hard drive tray, and then remove the key.

7 Repeat the steps above to assemble the other drives you have prepared.

8 Drives are numbered as shown below.

Note: If you want to create a RAID volume, we recommended that all installed drives are of the same size to make the

best use of drive capacity.

9Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Start Up Your DiskStation

1 Use the LAN cable to connect the DiskStation to your switch, router or hub.

2 Connect one end of the AC power cord to the power port of the DiskStation, and the other to the power outlet.

3 Press the power button.

Congratulations! Your DiskStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.

10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Add a RAM Module on DiskStation

The optional Synology DDR3 RAM module is designed for DiskStation memory expansion. Follow the steps

below to install, check, or remove a RAM module on your DiskStation.

To install the RAM module:

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

damages.

2 Remove the 6 screws that secure the top case. Lift off the case and place it to the side.

Important: When you remove the case, you expose sensitive internal components. Avoid touching anything other than

the memory assembly when you remove or add memory.

3 Insert the new memory module in the slot:

a Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the lower memory slot.

b Tilt the card and push the memory into the slot. Make sure the module is pushed in all the way.

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the memory is inserted correctly.

Important: Hold the memory module by its edges, and do not touch the gold connectors.

4 Replace the top case. Replace and tighten the 6 screws you removed in step 2.

5 Reconnect the cables you removed in step 1, and then press and hold the power button to turn on your

DiskStation.

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