Synology DS414slim User manual

Synology DiskStation DS414slim

Quick Installation Guide

Synology_QIG_DS414slim_20140520

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before You Start

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

Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................................. 5

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Tools and Parts for Drive Installation............................................................................................................................... 6

Install Drives ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6

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

Replace Malfunctioning Fan.............................................................................................................................................. 9

Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation

Install DSM with Web Assistant...................................................................................................................................... 12

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

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: LED Indication Table

Chapter

Chapter 1: Before You Start

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

Package Contents

Main unit x 1 AC power adapter x 1

RJ-45 LAN cable x 2

Drive tray label x 1

Base x 1

Screws for 2.5” hard drives x 18

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Synology DiskStation at a Glance

No. Name Location Description

1) Status LED

Side Panel

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

B: LED Indication Table”.

2) Power Button

1.Press to power on the DiskStation.

2.To power off the DiskStation, press and hold until you hear a beep

sound and the Power LED starts blinking.

3) LAN Indicators

Front Panel

Displays the status of the network connection. For more information,

see "Appendix B: LED Indication Table”.

4) HDD Indicators Displays the status of installed drives. For more information, see

"Appendix B: LED Indication Table”.

5) USB 3.0 Ports Front &

Back Panel Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices here.

6) LAN Ports

Back Panel

Connect network cables here.

7) Drive Trays Install drives (hard disk drives or solid state drives) here.

8) Kensington Security Slot Attach a Kensington security lock here.

9) RESET Button

1.Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP

address, DNS server, and passwords for users belonging to the

administrators group.

2.Press and hold until you hear a beep sound, then press and hold

again until you hear three beep sounds to return the DiskStation to

“Not Installed” status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be

reinstalled.

10) Power Port Connect the AC power adapter here.

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Safety Instructions

Keep away from direct sunlight and 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.

Chapter

Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

Tools and Parts for Drive Installation

A screwdriver

At least one 2.5” SATA drive (please visit www.synology.com 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 Pull and remove one of the drive trays.

2 Place a drive in the drive tray. Turn the tray over and tighten the screws to secure the drive in place, as

illustrated below.

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

Important:Make sure the drive tray is completely inserted. Otherwise, the drive might not function properly.

4 Repeat the steps above to install all prepared drives.

5 Drives are numbered as illustrated below. (You can use the included drive tray labels to label the number of

each drive tray.)

6 Place the DiskStation on the included base for better ventilation and to prevent foreign objects from entering

the fan.

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Start Up Your DiskStation

1 Snap the provided plug adapter to the AC power adapter. Note that the plug adapter that comes with your

DiskStation varies depending on your region. The image below is for reference only.

2 Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the power port of the DiskStation. Connect the other end to a

power outlet.

3 Connect at least one LAN cable to one of the LAN ports of the DiskStation. Connect the other end to your

switch, router, or hub.

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4 Press the power button on the side panel to turn on your DiskStation.

Replace Malfunctioning Fan

If the cooling fan located on the bottom of the DiskStation malfunctions, please follow the steps below to remove

and replace the malfunctioning fan with a new one.

1 Power down the DiskStation and remove the power cord.

2 Turn the DiskStation upside down. Lift and open fan case.

3 Find and carefully unplug the power cord of the fan.

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4 Remove the screws from the fan case and slide out the malfunctioning fan.

5 Slide a new fan into the fan case. Tighten the screws to secure the fan in place.

6 Plug the fan power cord into the DiskStation, as illustrated below.

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