ioSafe 216 User manual

ioSafe 216 Quick Start
Powered by Synology DSM
Part Number: 910-11767-00 REV01 Quick Start Guide, 216

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Did you purchase your 216 preloaded with Hard Drives?
Skip to “Initial Setup of Disk Station Manager” on page 13.
Table of Contents
Introduction 4
Before You Start ................................................................................................5
Package Contents...............................................................................................................................................5
ioSafe 216 at a Glance.......................................................................................................................................6
Safety Instructions...............................................................................................................................................7
Hard Drive Installation (For Diskless Version Only).......................................8
Tools and Parts for Hard Drive Installation......................................................................................................8
Install Hard Drives...............................................................................................................................................9
Connect the ioSafe 216 to your Network........................................................................................................12
Initial Setup of Disk Station Manager.............................................................13
Connecting to the ioSafe using Web Assistant.............................................................................................13
Appendix A: Specifications ............................................................................15
Appendix B: LED Indication Table .................................................................16

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the ioSafe 216 powered by Synology DSM. The ioSafe 216, based on
Synology’s DS216 motherboard, is a designed as a powerful way to protect your private cloud networked data from
loss due to natural disasters such as fires and floods. Please read this Quick Start Guide and the User’s Guide
carefully to understand how to operate this device both during normal operation and during a disaster event.
Important Note: The ioSafe 216 is based on the Synology DS216
Motherboard and Synology DSM OS. Certain configuration settings may
require you to select “Synology DS216”, “DS216” or “Synology” as an option.

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Before You Start
Before you start setting up ioSafe 216, 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 ioSafe 216 from any damages.
Package Contents
Main Unit x 1 AC Power Cord x1
AC Power Adapter x1
RJ-45 LAN cable x1
Drive Screws x8
Cord Retention Clip x1
3mm Hex Tool x1
Magnet x1

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ioSafe 216 at a Glance
No. Article Name Location Description
1) Power Button Front Panel
The power button is used to turn the ioSafe 216 on or off.
To turn the 216 on, press and release the power button. The LEDS will start
flashing. The system is ready when you hear a beep.
To turn off the ioSafe 216, press the power button and hold it until you hear a
beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking.
2) Copy Button Front Panel
The Copy button lights up when you connect a USB Device to the USB port on
the front panel. Pressing the button will copy the data from the connected USB
device to ioSafe 216’s internal HDD.
3) USB 2.0 Port Front Panel USB ports for adding additional external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB
devices.
4) LED Indicators Front Panel
The LED indicators are used to display the status of the internal disk and the
system. For more information, see "Appendix B: LED Indication Table" on Page
30.
5) RESET Button Back Panel 1.To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.
2.To reinstall the ioSafe 216.
6) Power Port Back Panel Connect the AC adapter to this port.
7) USB 3.0 Ports Back Panel USB ports for adding additional external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB
devices.
8) LAN Port Back Panel The LAN port for connecting network (RJ-45) cable to the ioSafe 216.
9) Fan Back Panel
To maximize cooling, please do not block the fan exhaust. If the fan is
malfunctioning, the system will beep.

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Safety Instructions
For optimized cooling during normal operation, keep out of from direct sunlight. During a high
temperature event such as a fire, the internal HDD’s are protected from data loss 1550F, 30
minutes per ASTM E-119when the Front Cover is properly installed on the device. Please contact
ioSafe (http://iosafe.comfor assistance during any data recovery event.
During normal operation, do not place the ioSafe product close to any liquid. During a flood or water
exposure (10’ depth, full immersion, 3 daysthe internal HDDs are protected from data loss when
the Waterproof Drive Cover is sufficiently tightened to the internal HDD chassis. Please contact
ioSafe (http://iosafe.comfor assistance during any data recovery event.
Before cleaning, properly shut down by pressing and holding the front power button then unplug the
power cord. Wipe ioSafe product with moist cloth. Avoid chemical or aerosol cleaners for cleaning as
they may affect the finish.
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.
Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions during the entire installation process to eliminate
possible ESD damage to the equipment. Wear an approved ESD wrist strap that is grounded when
you handle an ESD-sensitive device.
CAUTION: Risk of Explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to their instructions

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Hard Drive Installation (For Diskless Version Only)
This section shows how to install hard drives into a 216
Did you purchase your 216 preloaded with Hard Drives?
Skip to “Initial Setup of Disk Station Manager” on page 13.
Tools and Parts for Hard Drive Installation
Needed:
A Phillips screwdriver
3mm Hex Tool (included with the ioSafe 216
At least one 3.5” SATA hard drive
(Please visit http://iosafe.com/support-2baynas for compatible hard drive models.)
Note: For a RAID1 set, it is recommended that all installed drives be the same size to make the best use of hard disk
capacity.
Warning: If you install a hard drive that contains data, the 216 will format the hard drive and erase all data. If you need
the data in the future, please back it up before installation.

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Install Hard Drives
1 Remove the Front Cover using the included 3mm Hex Tool.
NOTE: All hex screws used in the 216 are designed to be captive to avoid accidental loss.
2 Remove Waterproof Drive Cover using the 3mm Hex Tool.
3 Remove both of the Drive Trays using the provided 3mm Hex Tool.

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4 Install a compatible Hard Drive into the each Drive Tray using (4x) Drive Screws and a Phillips screwdriver.
(Please visit http://iosafe.com/support-2baynas for compatible hard drive models.)
5 Insert the Hard Drives into the empty hard drive bay and tighten the screws using the 3mm Hex Tool
Note: Each Hard Drive will only fit in one orientation.