Synology RackStation RS212 User manual

Synology RackStation RS212

Quick Installation Guide

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before You Start

Package Contents .............................................................................................................................................................. 3

Synology RackStation 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 RackStation ................................................................................................................................................ 7

Replace Motherboard......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation

Install from Windows .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Install from Mac OS X ...................................................................................................................................................... 11

Install from Linux............................................................................................................................................................... 11

Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: LED Indication Table

Chapter

Chapter 1: Before You Start

Before you start setting up RackStation, 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 RackStation from any

damages.

Package Contents

Main Unit x 1 AC power cord x 1

Installation disc x 1

Rack mount kit x 2

Screws for 3.5” hard drives x 10 Screws for 2.5” hard drives x 10 Rack mount kit screws x 5

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Synology RackStation at a Glance

No. Article Name Location Description

1) Power Button Front

Panel

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

To turn off Synology RackStation, press the Power Button and hold it until you hear

a beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking.

2) Beep off Button Front

Panel The Beep off Button is used to turn off the beep sound of Synology RackStation.

3) 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 15.

4) Motherboard

Lock

Front

Panel

The motherboard lock is used to lock or unlock the motherboard on Synology

RackStation.

5) eSATA Port Front

Panel

The eSATA port is used to connect external SATA disk or Synology Expansion

Unit1

to Synology RackStation.

Console Port Front

Panel This port is used for manufacturing purpose only.

7) USB Ports Front

Panel

The Synology RackStation offers USB ports for adding additional external hard

drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.

8) LAN 1 Front

Panel The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to Synology RackStation.

9) LAN 2

10) RESET Button Front

Panel

1.To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.

2.To reinstall the Synology RackStation.

11) Hard Drive Trays Front

Panel

The hard drive trays are designed for loading the hard drives used in

Synology RackStation.

12) Fans Side

Panel

The fans are built to exhaust waste heat out of Synology RackStation. If any of the

fans is malfunctioning, the system will beep every 1 second.

13) Power Port Back

Panel The power port is where you connect the power cord to Synology RackStation.

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

5 Chapter 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.

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

2 Place the hard disk in the hard drive tray, turn the tray upside down, and then tighten the screws to secure the

hard disk.

For 3.5" Hard Disk:

For 2.5" Hard Disk:

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3 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.

4 Press the handle in flush with the front panel to hold the hard drive tray in place.

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

6 Fix the two rack mount kits on both sides with their screws provided.

7 The disks’ positions are numbered as shown below.

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 RackStation

1 Connect one end of the power cord to the power port of RackStation, and the other to the power outlet.

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

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

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

8 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Replace Motherboard

If your Synology RackStation is not working properly due to motherboard issues, you can remove the board from

your RackStation, send it to Synology for maintenance, and then install the repaired board onto your RackStation.

To replace the motherboard with a good one:

1 Press and hold the power button until you hear a beep sound to shut down your RackStation. Disconnect all

cables connected to your RackStation to prevent any possible damages.

2 Unscrew the screw on the motherboard lock, and then push the latches in the directions as shown below.

3 Pull the motherboard from Synology RackStation, and then replace it with a good one.

4 Push the latches in the directions as shown below, and then tighten the screw on the motherboard lock to

secure the motherboard.

Chapter

Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation

On a network computer, follow the steps in this chapter to install DSM on your RackStation. After DSM is

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

Install from 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 RackStation

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

the setup process.

3.2-1922 RS212 A5GA

RackStation

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3 Click Browse to locate the DSM_[model name]_[number].pat installation file in the DSM folder of your

installation disc. You can also download the latest version of DSM from Synology Download Center.

4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup process.

After the installation process is finished, you can manage your RackStation with Synology DiskStation Manager

(DSM). For more information about managing your RackStation with DSM, refer to Synology DiskStation User’s

Guide available at Synology Download Center.

D:\DSM\DSM_RS212_3.2-1922.pat

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