Synology DiskStation DS213air User manual

Synology DiskStation DS213air
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 DSM from Web Browser......................................................................................................................................... 9
Install DSM from the Installation Disc............................................................................................................................ 11
Configure Wireless Settings on Your DiskStation........................................................................................................ 15
Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
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
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
18.
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 few 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) Wi-Fi Button Back Panel The Wi-Fi button is used to configure the wireless settings such as turning
on/off Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
6) LAN Port Back Panel The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to Synology DiskStation.
7) RESET Button Back Panel 1.To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin
2.To reinstall the Synology DiskStation. account to default value.
8) 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:
Install Hard Disks
If you install a hard disk that contains data, system will format the hard disk and erase all data. If you need
the data in the future, please back it up before installation.
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.
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.
For 2.5"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 Insert the disks in the order indicated on chassis, as shown below.
Note:
5 Replace the upper case, and tighten the screws on the back panel.
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 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 yourDiskStation.
Your DiskStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.

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Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation
After the hardware installation is complete, DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system must be installed on
your DiskStation before you could use it. Two installation methods are available.
The most convenient way is to use Web Assistant for installing DSM from the web browser of your mobile device
or computer. The Web Assistant automatically downloads the latest available software updates from the Internet;
otherwise, you can also use Synology Assistant to complete DSM installation from the computer desktop.
Once you’ve decided which method to proceed, 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 DSM from Web Browser
By default your DiskStation model has Wi-Fi enabled, and a built-in tool called Web Assistant
To install wirelessly over Wi-Fi:
to help you
configure and install the DSM operating system either wirelessly over Wi-Fi, or via wired Ethernet connection.
1 Power on DiskStation and have it connected to a router (with Internet access).
2 A Wi-Fi network called DiskStation
3 Connect to this Wi-Fi network via either your computer or mobile device.
will broadcast from your DiskStation.
4 Go to http://find.synology.com on your computer/mobile device’s web browser.
5 Web Assistant will be launched on your web browser.
6 Click Start
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to begin the setup process. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
After set up, go to http://find.synology.com again to locate your DiskStation.

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To install with wired Ethernet connection:
1 Power on DiskStation and have it connected to a router (with Internet access)
2 With a computer which is connected to the same network as your DiskStation, go to http://find.synology.com
on your computer’s web browser.
3 Web Assistant will be launched on your web browser. It will search and find your DiskStation within the local
area network, and the status of your DiskStation should be Not Installed .
4 Click Connect to start the setup process. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
1. Suggested browsers: Chrome, Firefox.
Note:
2. Both the DiskStation and the computer should be in the same local network.
3. Internet connection must be available during DSM installation with Web Assistant.