Synology DiskStation DS212j User manual

Synology DiskStation DS212j
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................................................................................................................................................... 8
Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation
Install from Windows .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Install from Mac OS X ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Install from Linux............................................................................................................................................................... 11
Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix B: LED Indication Table

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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
AC power adapter x 1
2M RJ-45 LAN cable x 1
Screws for hard drives x 10 Screws for fixing the Synology case x 3 Installation disc x 1

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Synology DiskStation at a Glance
No. Name Location Description
1) 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
15.
2) 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.
3) Fan Back Panel The fan is built to exhaust waste heat out of Synology DiskStation. If the fan is
malfunctioning, the system will beep every 2~4 seconds.
4) USB Ports Back Panel The Synology DiskStation offers USB ports for adding additional external hard
drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.
5) RESET Button Back Panel 1.To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.
2.To reinstall the Synology DiskStation.
6) LAN Port Back Panel The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to Synology DiskStation.
7) Power Port Back Panel The power port is where you connect the AC power adapter to
Synology DiskStation.

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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.
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.

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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 Push the upper case in the direction as shown below. Lift the upper case and set it aside.
2 Install the hard disk:
For 3.5" Hard Disk: Slide the hard disk into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until it is connected
to the SATA connector. Secure the hard disk with the provided screws.
For 2.5" Hard Disk:
a Place the hard disk in the 2.5" Disk Holder (Type C, sold separately), and then tighten the 2.5" screws to
secure the hard disk.

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b Slide the 2.5" Disk Holder into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until the hard disk is connected
to the SATA connector. Secure the Disk Holder with the provided screws.
3 Repeat the steps above to assemble the other hard disk you have prepared.
4 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.
5 Replace the upper case, and tighten the screws on the back panel.

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Start up your DiskStation
1 Connect the AC adapter to the power port of DiskStation. Connect one end of the AC power cord to the AC
power adapter, and the other to the power outlet.
2 Use the LAN cable to connect DiskStation to your switch/router/hub.
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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Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation
On a network computer, follow the steps in this chapter to install DSM on your DiskStation. After DSM is installed,
you can manage all features of your DiskStation by logging in to DSM with a web browser.
Install from Windows
1 Insert the installation disc into your computer, and click Start. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the
setup process.
2 Synology Assistant will be installed and launched on your computer. It will search and find your DiskStation
within LAN, and the status of your DiskStation should be Not Installed. Double-click your DiskStation to start
the setup process.
3.2-1922 DS212j A5GA
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3 Click Browse to locate the DSM_[model name]_[number].pat installation file in the DSM folder of your
installation disc. You can also download the latest version of DSM from Synology Download Center.
4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup process.
After the installation process is finished, you can manage your DiskStation with Synology DiskStation Manager
(DSM). For more information about managing your DiskStation with DSM, refer to Synology DiskStation User’s
Guide available at Synology Download Center.
D:\DSM\DSM_DS212j_3.2-1922.pat