Synology DS120j Manual

Synology NAS DS120j

Hardware Installation Guide

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before You Start

Package Contents 3

Synology DS120j at a Glance 4

Hardware Specication 5

Safety Instructions 6

Optional Accessories 7

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Tools and Parts for Component Installation 8

Install Drives 8

Start Up Your Synology NAS 10

LED Indicator Table 11

Chapter 3: System Maintenance

Replace the Malfunctioning Fan 12

Initial Troubleshooting Guide 13

Chapter 4: Install DSM on Synology NAS

Install DSM with Web Assistant 14

Learn More 14

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Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new DS120j, 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 Synology NAS.

Note: All images below are for illustrative purposes only, and may di󰀨er from the actual product.

Package Contents

Main unit x 1 AC power adapter x 1

RJ-45 LAN cable x 1

Screws for hard drives x 6

Screws for case x 3

Before You Start 1

Chapter

4Chapter 1: Before You Start

Synology DS120j at a Glance

No. Article Name Location Description

1 Status Indicator

Front Panel

Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "LED Indicator

Table".

2 LAN Indicator Displays the status of the network connection. For more information, see "LED

Indicator Table".

3 Disk Indicator Displays the status of the installed drive. For more information, see "LED

Indicator Table".

4 Power Button

1. Press to power on the Synology NAS.

2. To power o󰀨 the Synology NAS, press and hold until you hear a beep sound

and the Power LED starts blinking.

5 Fan

Back Panel

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

Synology NAS will emit a beeping sound.

6 LAN Port Connect a network cable here.

7 USB 2.0 Port Connect external hard drives or other USB devices to the Synology NAS here.

8 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 Synology NAS to “Not Installed”

status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be reinstalled.

9 Kensington

Security Slot Attach a Kensington security lock here.

10 Power Port Connect the AC power adapter here.

5Chapter 1: Before You Start

Hardware Specication

Item DS120j

Compatible Drive Type 3.5" / 2.5" SATA x 1

Maximum Internal Raw Capacity 16TB (1 x 16TB HDD)

External Ports USB 2.0 x 2

LAN Port 1GbE (RJ-45) x 1

Size (H x W x D) (mm) 166 x 71 x 224

Weight (kg) 0.7

Supported Clients • Windows 7 and 10

• Mac OS X 10.11 onward

File Systems • Internal: ext4

• External: ext3, ext4, FAT, NTFS, HFS+, exFAT1

Supported RAID Types Basic

Agency Certications • FCC Class B • CE Class B • BSMI Class B • EAC • VCCI • CCC

• RCM • RoHS Compliant

HDD Hibernation Yes

Scheduled Power On/O󰀨 Yes

Wake on LAN Yes

Language Localization

Environment Requirement

• Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC

• Frequency: 50 to 60Hz

• Operating Temperature: 32 to 104˚F (0 to 40˚C)

• Storage Temperature: -5 to 140˚F (-20 to 60˚C)

• Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH

Note: Model specications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to www.synology.com for the latest information.

1The support for exFAT can be enabled after you have purchased and downloaded exFAT Access in Package Center.

6Chapter 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.

7Chapter 1: Before You Start

Spare Parts

Visit www.synology.com/products/spare_parts if you need to replace system fans, disk trays, or power supply

units.

Model Name Picture Description

Adapter 36W Set Adapter 36W Wall Mounted Level VI

Disk Holder (Type C) 2.5" Disk Holder Type C

Fan 60*60*15_1 System Fan

Tools and Parts for Component Installation

Please prepare the tools and parts below before setting up your Synology NAS:

• A Screwdriver

• At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA drive (please visit www.synology.com/compatibility 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 Push the upper case in the direction as shown below. Lift the upper case and set it aside.

2 Install drives:

• For 3.5” drives with 3 screw holes on each side (indicated below):

a Slide the drive into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until it’s rmly connected to the SATA

connector.

b Secure the drive with the screws provided.

• For 3.5” drives with 2 screw holes on each side (indicated below):

a Slide the drive into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until it’s rmly connected to the SATA

connector.

b Secure the drive with the screws provided.

Hardware Setup

Chapter

9Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

• For 2.5” drives:

a Place the drive in the 2.5" Disk Holder (Type C, sold separately), and then tighten the 2.5" screws to

secure the drive.

b Slide the 2.5" Disk Holder into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until the drive is rmly connected

to the SATA connector. Secure the Disk Holder with the screws provided.

3 Replace the upper case, and tighten the screws on the back panel.

10 Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Start Up Your Synology NAS

1 Push the button on the adapter provided in the package and pull out the plug case as illustrated below.

2 Slide the plug adapter provided into the slots by pushing it downward. Note that the plug adapter that comes

with your Synology NAS varies depending on your region. The image below is for reference only.

3 Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the power port of the Synology NAS. Connect the other end to a

power outlet.

4 Use the LAN cable to connect the Synology NAS to your switch, router, or hub.

5 Press the power button to turn on the Synology NAS.

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

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