Synology DS1813+ User manual

Synology DiskStation DS1813+

Quick Installation Guide

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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.................................................................................................................................................. 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

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: LED Indication Table

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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

RJ-45 LAN cable x 2

Screws for 2.5” hard drives x 36 Hard drive tray key x 2

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Synology DiskStation at a Glance

No. Article 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) Hard Drive Trays Front Panel The hard drive trays are designed for loading the hard drives used in

Synology DiskStation.

4) Hard Drive Tray

Locks Front Panel Each hard drive tray is equipped with one tray lock to lock or unlock the trays to

the DiskStation.

5) Power Port Back Panel The power port is where you connect the power cord to Synology DiskStation.

6) Fans Back Panel

The fans are built to exhaust waste heat out of Synology DiskStation. It will start

automatically when the server starts. If the fan is malfunctioning, the system will

play beep sounds every few seconds.

7) USB 2.0 Ports

Back Panel The Synology DiskStation offers USB ports for adding additional external hard

drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.

8) USB 3.0 Ports

9) eSATA 1

Back Panel The eSATA ports are used to connect external SATA disks or Synology

Expansion Units1

10) to Synology DiskStation.

eSATA 2

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

2.To reinstall the Synology DiskStation.

12) LAN Ports Back Panel The LAN ports are where you connect RJ-45 cable to Synology DiskStation.

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

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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.

Keep Synology product upright. Do not lay it down horizontally.

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.

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type.

Dispose of used batteries

appropriately.

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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 Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, turn the key counter-clockwise to unlock the handle

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

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

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

4 Load the hard disk in the hard drive tray.

For 3.5” Hard Disk: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the hard drive tray. Place the hard disk

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

For 2.5” Hard Disk: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the hard drive tray. 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.

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5 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.

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

7 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.

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

9 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.

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Start Up Your DiskStation

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

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

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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Add a RAM Module on DiskStation

The optional Synology RAM module 2GB (DDR3) 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.

c Use two fingers with firm, even pressure to push down on the memory module. You should hear a click

when 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.

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