ASUSTOR AS6504RD User manual

Quick Installation Guide
Applicable Models
AS6504RD/AS6504RS/AS6512RD
Ver.2.3.0903 (2015-3-2)
Ver. 3.5.5.0120

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Table of Contents
Notices .....................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Precautions ...................................................................................................................................4
1. Package Contents................................................................................................................................5
2. Optional Accessories ...........................................................................................................................6
3. Hardware Installation Guide ...............................................................................................................7
Tools Needed for Hard Disk Installation ..............................................................................................7
Hard Disk Installation ...........................................................................................................................7
Connecting and Powering on the NAS .................................................................................................9
Upgrading System Memory................................................................................................................10
Installing Memory ..............................................................................................................................13
Installing Expansion Card ...................................................................................................................15
Rail Kit Installation..............................................................................................................................16
Replace Malfunctioning PSU ..............................................................................................................18
4. Software Installation Guide...............................................................................................................20
Download Center Installation ............................................................................................................20
Web Installation .................................................................................................................................22
Installation Using a Mobile Device.....................................................................................................23
Installation Using a Direct Connection...............................................................................................25
Shutting Down Your NAS....................................................................................................................25
5. Appendix............................................................................................................................................27
LED Indicators.....................................................................................................................................27
Rear Panel...........................................................................................................................................28
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................29

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
CE Mark Warning
CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC "Electromagnetic
compatibility" and IEC60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition)+A1:2009 "Information technology equipment-Safety ".”

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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions will increase the life of the NAS. Follow all precautions and instructions.
Electrical Safety
Unplug this product from the power source before cleaning.
Use only the bundled power adapter. Using other power adapters may damage your device.
Ensure that you plug the power adapter to the correct power input rating. Check the label on the power adapter for the
power rating.
Operation Safety
DO NOT place this product in a location where it may get wet.
Place this product on a flat and stable surface.
Use this product in environments with an ambient temperature between 0°C and 40°C.
DO NOT block the air vents on the case of this product. Always provide proper ventilation for this product.
DO NOT insert any object or spill liquid into the air vents. If you encounter technical problems with this product,
contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. DO NOT attempt to repair this product yourself.
DO NOT throw this product in municipal waste.
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This
symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and
electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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1. Package Contents
Applicable Models: AS6504RD, AS6504RS, AS6512RD
Model Name
AS6504RD
AS6504RS
AS6512RD
Power Cord
x2
x1
x2
RJ45 Network Cable
x2
x2
Screws for use with 3.5”
HDD
x16
x48
Screws for use with 2.5”
HDD
x16
x48
Quick Start Guide
x1
x1

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2. Optional Accessories
The items below may be purchased from the ASUSTOR Accessories Store http://shop.asustor.com.

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3. Hardware Installation Guide
All data stored on the hard disk(s) will be erased and CANNOT be recovered. Please back up all important data before
initializing the system.
Tools Needed for Hard Disk Installation
Phillips head screwdriver
At least one 2.5 or 3.5 inch SATA hard disk. (For a list of compatible hard disks, please see
http://www.asustor.com/service/hd?id=hd)
Hard Disk Installation
1. Press the button on the lower portion of the hard disk tray to release the latch.
2. Using the latch, gently pull the disk tray out of the disk bay.
3. Mount the hard disk to the disk tray.
3.5-inch hard disks: Place the hard disk into the disk tray, making sure that the mounting holes on the sides of
the hard disk and disk tray are lined up. Secure the drive with four screws.

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2.5-inch hard disks and SSD hard disks: Place the hard disk into the area of the disk tray outlined in red (see
picture below). Make sure that the mounting holes on the bottom of the hard disk and disk tray are lined up.
Secure the drive with four screws.
4. Slide the disk tray onto the rails of the disk bay. Using the latch, gently push the disk tray all the way into the disk bay.
Secure the disk tray in place by pushing down on the latch. The latch should close easily and snap in with an audible
‘click’. Please make sure that the disk tray is pushed all the way into the disk bay before attempting to secure the
latch.
5. Once the latch is secure, you can lock it in place using the disk tray lock. Using a flathead screwdriver, turn the lock
counterclockwise to lock the latch mechanism. Turning the lock clockwise will unlock it.

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Connecting and Powering on the NAS
1. Connect the NAS to its power supply.
AS6504RS AS6504RD
AS6512RD
2. Connect the NAS to your router, switch or hub using an Ethernet cable.
AS6504RS/AS6504RD AS6512RD

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3. Press and hold down the power button for 1 –2 seconds until the blue power LED indicator is lit. This indicates that
the NAS is now powered on. While the NAS is being powered on, the green system status LED indicator will flash and
the blue network LED indicator will be lit as well.
4. The NAS is ready for operation once the green system status LED indicator has stopped flashing and remains steadily
lit. At this time, you should also hear a ‘beep’ from the system buzzer. Hardware installation is now complete. Please
move on to the software installation guide to configure your system settings.
Upgrading System Memory
Notes and Precautions
All AS65XXR Series NAS devices support up to 128GB of memory. Before adding or removing memory modules, please
read the following precautions thoroughly.
Your NAS and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connector technology. To avoid
invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that:
Memory for AS65XXR series devices may be purchased from local dealers or the online ASUSTOR Accessories Store
(http://shop.asustor.com).
You should not install a memory module by yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer.
You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover.
Addition or removal of memory modules by yourself may result in an accident or malfunction of your NAS caused by
breakage of the slot and module or a connection mistake. In this case, a repair fee will be charged.