Synology DiskStation DS213 User manual

Synology DiskStation DS213

Quick Installation Guide

Synology_QIG_DS213_20120515

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 Hard Disk Installation....................................................................................................................... 6

Install Hard Disks................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Start Up Your DiskStation.................................................................................................................................................. 8

Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation

Install DSM from the Web Browser .................................................................................................................................. 9

Install DSM from the Installation Disc ............................................................................................................................ 10

Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: LED Indication Table

Chapter

Chapter 1: Before You Start

Before you start setting up DiskStation, 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 DiskStation from any

damages.

Package Contents

Main Unit x 1 AC power cord x 1

AC power adapter x 1

RJ-45 LAN cable x 1

Installation disc x 1

Screws for 3.5” hard drives x 10

Screws for 2.5” hard drives x 10

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Synology DiskStation at a Glance

No. Article Name Location Description

1) LED Indicators Front Panel

The LED indicators are used to display the status of the internal disk and the

system. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED Indication Table" on

Page 16.

2) SD Card Slot Front Panel The Synology DiskStation offers SD card slot for accessing a SD card.

3) USB 2.0 Port Front Panel The Synology DiskStation offers USB ports for adding additional external hard

drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.

4) USB 3.0 Ports Back Panel

5) Copy Button Front Panel

The Copy button lights up when you connect a USB Device to the USB port or

a SD card to the SD card slot on the front panel. Pressing the button will copy

the data from the connected USB device or SD card to Synology DiskStation’s

internal HDD.

6) Power Button Front Panel

The power button is used to turn Synology DiskStation on or off.

To turn off Synology DiskStation, press the power button and hold it until you

hear a beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking.

7) Fan Back Panel The fan is built to exhaust waste heat out of Synology DiskStation. If the fan is

malfunctioning, the system will play beep sounds.

8) RESET Button Back Panel 1.To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.

2.To reinstall the Synology DiskStation.

9) LAN Port Back Panel The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to Synology DiskStation.

10) Power Port Back Panel The power port is where you connect the AC adapter to Synology DiskStation.

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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.

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.

Chapter

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 need

the data in the future, please back it up before installation.

Install Hard Disks

1 Remove the hard drive bay cover from the front panel.

2 Push the latch upward and pull the handle to remove the hard drive tray from your DiskStation.

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3 Load the hard disk in the hard drive tray.

For 3.5” Hard Disk: Place the hard disk in the hard drive tray, and then tighten the screws to secure the

hard disk.

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.

4 Make sure the side marked with "UP"is facing up, and insert the hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay.

You should hear a click when the tray is locked in place.

5 Repeat the above steps to assemble the other hard disk you have prepared.

6 The disks’ positions are numbered as shown below.

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7 Replace the hard drive bay cover to finish the installation.

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.

Start Up Your DiskStation

1 Connect the AC adapter to the power port of DiskStation. Connect one end of the AC power cord to the AC

power adapter, and the other to the power outlet.

2 Use the LAN cable to connect DiskStation to your switch/router/hub.

3 Press and hold the power button to turn on your DiskStation.

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

Chapter

Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation

After the hardware installation is complete, DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system must be installed on

your DiskStation before you could use it. Two installation methods are available.

The most convenient way is to use the online Web Assistant for installing DSM from the web browser. The Web

Assistant method will automatically download the latest available software updates from the Internet; otherwise,

you can also use Synology Assistant to complete DSM installation via desktop utility.

Once you’ve decided which method to proceed, follow the steps in this chapter to install DSM on your DiskStation.

After DSM is installed, you can manage all features of your DiskStation by logging in to DSM with a web browser.

Install DSM from the Web Browser

By default your DiskStation model has a built-in tool called Web Assistant to help you configure and install the

DSM operating system. Please refer to the steps in the following section.

1 Power on DiskStation and have it connected to the Internet.

2 Go to find.synology.com on your computer’s web browser.

3 Web Assistant will be launched on your web browser. It will search and find your DiskStation within LAN, and

the status of your DiskStation should be Not Installed.

4 Click Connect to start the setup process. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup process.

Note:

1. Suggested browsers: Chrome, Firefox.

2. Both the DiskStation and the computer should be in the same local network.

3. Internet connection must be available during DSM installation with Web Assistant.

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Install DSM from the Installation Disc

If you prefer to install DSM from the included Installation disc, or have encountered difficulty using Web Assistant,

you can also install with desktop utility, Synology Assistant, by referring to following section for Windows, Mac

and Linux.

For Windows

1 Insert the installation disc into your computer, and click Start. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the

setup process.

2 Synology Assistant will be installed and launched on your computer. It will search and find your DiskStation

within LAN, and the status of your DiskStation should be Not Installed. Double-click your DiskStation to start

the setup process.

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