Synology DiskStation DS413j User manual

Synology DiskStation DS413j

Quick Installation Guide

Synology_QIG_DS413j_20120831

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................................................................................................................................................ 10

Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation

Install DSM from the Web Browser ................................................................................................................................ 11

Install DSM from the Installation Disc ............................................................................................................................ 12

Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16

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 18

Screws for 2.5"

hard drives x 18

Screws for securing

hard disk trays x 8 Cable lock x 1

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Synology DiskStation at a Glance

No. Name Location Description

1) 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.

2) LED Indicators Front Panel

The LED indicator is used to display the status of the internal disk and

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

on Page 18.

3) USB 2.0 Ports Back Panel The Synology DiskStation offers USB ports for adding additional external

hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.

4) Fans Back Panel The fans are built to exhaust waste heat out of Synology DiskStation. If

the fan is malfunctioning, the system will play beep sounds.

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

2.To reinstall the Synology DiskStation.

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

7) 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 4 screws that secure the back cover, and then put the back cover down carefully.

2 Lift the upper case and then place it aside.

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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 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay.

Important: Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the hard disk might not be able to function

properly.

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

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6 The disks’ positions are numbered as shown below.

For 3.5” Hard Disk (only):Secure the hard disk trays with the screws (for securing hard disk trays)

provided, which is not required for 2.5” hard disk.

7 Place the upper case back to its position.

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8 Attach the cable lock to the corresponding hole above the power port on the back cover. Make sure the cable

lock is hooked on the inner side of the back cover.

9 Close the back cover. Replace and tighten the 4 screws you removed in step 1.

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.

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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.

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