Synology RackStation RS3412RPxs User manual

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Synology RackStation RS3412xs/RS3412RPxs
Quick Installation Guide

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Before You Start
Package Contents............................................................................................................................................... 3
Synology RackStation at a Glance...................................................................................................................... 4
Safety Instructions............................................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
Tools and Parts for Hard Disk Installation........................................................................................................... 7
Install Hard Disks ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Add a RAM Module on RackStation.................................................................................................................... 8
Add a Network Interface Card on RackStation.................................................................................................. 10
Start Up Your RackStation ................................................................................................................................ 12
Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation
Install from Windows ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Install from Mac OS X ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Install from Linux ............................................................................................................................................... 15
Learn More........................................................................................................................................................ 17
Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix B: LED Indication Table

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Chapter
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Chapter 1: Before You Start
Before you start setting up RackStation, 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 RackStation from any
damages.
Package Contents
Main Unit x 1 AC power cord x 11
Installation disc x 1
Screws for 3.5" hard drives x 52
Screws for 2.5" hard drives x 52
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1AC power cord: RS3412xs x 1; RS3412RPxs x 2

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Synology RackStation at a Glance
No. Article Name Location Description
1) Power Button Front Panel
The Power Button is used to turn Synology RackStation on or off.
To turn off Synology RackStation, press the Power Button and hold it
until you hear a beep sound and the Power LED starts blinking.
2) Beep off Button Front &
Back Panel
The Beep off Button is used to turn off the beep sound of
Synology RackStation.
3) LED Indicators Front &
Back 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 20.
4) Hard Drive Trays Front Panel The hard drive tray is designed for loading the hard drives used in
Synology RackStation.
5) Power Port Back Panel The power port is where you connect the power cord to
Synology RackStation.
6) Fan Back Panel
The power fans are built to exhaust waste heat out of the power supply.
The system fans (inside RackStation) are built to exhaust waste heat
out of RackStation. If the fan is not working, the RackStation will “beep”
every few seconds.
7) Console Port & VGA Port Back Panel This port is used for manufacturing use only.
8) USB Port Back Panel The Synology RackStation offers USB ports for adding additional
external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.
9) LAN 1
Back Panel The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to
Synology RackStation.
10) LAN 2
11) LAN 3
12) LAN 4
13) RESET Button Back Panel 1.To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.
2.To reinstall the Synology RackStation.

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No.
Article Name
Location
Description
14) Expansion 1
Back Panel The Expansion port is used to connect Synology Expansion Unit1
15)
to
Synology RackStation.
Expansion 2
16) Power Supply
Safety Latch2Back Panel
The power supply safety latch is used to secure the power supply in
place.
17) Power Supply On/Off
Switch Back Panel The power supply on/off switch is used to turn on/off the power supply.
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1For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your RackStation, visit www.synology.com.
2RS3412RPxs only.

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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.
Keep Synology product upright. Do not lay it down horizontally.
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, system will format the hard disk and erase all data. If you still
need the data, please back it up before installation.
Install Hard Disks
1 Pull the hard drive try handle in the direction as indicated below to remove the hard drive tray.
2 Load the hard disk in the hard drive tray.
For 3.5” Hard Disk: Place the hard disk in the hard drive tray, turn the tray upside down, and then tighten
the screws to secure the hard disk.

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For 2.5” Hard Disk: Place the hard disk in the blue area (shown below) of the hard drive tray, turn the tray
upside down, and then tighten the screws to secure the hard disk.
3 Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bay.
Important: Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the hard disk might not be able to function
properly.
4 Push the hard drive tray handle to secure the hard drive tray.
5 Repeat the steps above to assemble all hard disks you have prepared.
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.
Add a RAM Module on RackStation
Synology RAM module 1GB/2GB is designed for RackStation memory expansion, and is optional for your choice.
Follow the steps below to install, check, or remove your RAM module.
Install the RAM Module
1 Shut down your RackStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your RackStation to prevent any possible
damages.
2 Remove the 2 screws on the back of RackStation, and then pull the top cover.
Important: When you pull out the cover, you expose sensitive internal components. Avoid touching anything other
than the memory assembly when you remove or add memory.

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3 Insert the new memory module in the slot:
a Open the ejectors on the memory slot and push them out to the sides.
b Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the memory slot.
c Use two fingers with firm, even pressure to push down on the memory module.
d When the memory is inserted correctly, the ejectors will snap into place.
Important: Hold the memory module by its edges, and do not touch the gold connectors.
4 Replace the top cover. Replace and tighten the 2 screws you removed in step 2.
Make Sure RackStation Recognizes the New Memory Capacity
After installing the memory module on RackStation, it’s recommended that you check whether the server
recognizes the new memory.
To check the memory of your RackStation:
1 Start up your RackStation. (See “Start Up Your RackStation” on Page 12 for more information.)
2 Install DSM. (See “Chapter 3: Install ” on Page 13 for more information.)
3 Log in to Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM).
4 Check Total Physical Memory in Main Menu > System Information.
If your RackStation doesn’t recognize the memory or doesn’t start up correctly, check out if the memory is
installed correctly.
RS3412xs
4096 MB
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Remove the RAM Module from RackStation
1 Follow step 1 to 2 of the “Install the RAM Module” section to open the cover of your RackStation.
2 Remove the RAM module.
a Open the ejectors on the memory slot and push them out to the sides.
b Hold the memory module by its notches and remove it from the slot.
3 Replace the top cover. Replace and tighten the 2 screws you removed in step 1.
Add a Network Interface Card on RackStation
Your RackStation has a PCI Express expansion slot which allows you to install 10G/E or Gigabit network
interface card for LAN port expansion.1
To replace the long bracket with the short one:
You need to replace the long bracket (suited for PC) in your network
interface card with the short bracket (suited for 2U RackStation) before installing the card on your RackStation.
1 Unscrew the 2 screws in the long bracket on your network interface card, and then remove the bracket.
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1For more information about supported 10G/E or Gigabit network interface cards, visit www.synology.com.

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2 Replace the long bracket with the short one, and tighten the 2 screws to secure the short bracket.
To install the network interface card:
1 Follow step 1 to 2 of “Install the RAM Module” on Page 8 to open the cover of your RackStation.
2 Install the network interface card.
a Unscrew the screw in the port access cover on your RackStation, and then remove the access cover.
b Align the card’s connector with the expansion slot, and then insert the card into the slot.
Important: Make sure the connector is fully inserted. Otherwise, the network interface card might not be able to
function properly.
c Tighten the screw to secure the network interface card.

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Start Up Your RackStation
1 Connect one end of the power cord to the Power port of RackStation, and the other to the power outlet. Make
sure the Power Supply On/Off Switch is turned on ("-").
2 Use the LAN cable to connect RackStation to your switch/router/hub.
3 Push the Power button to turn on your RackStation.
Your RackStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.

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Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation
On a network computer, follow the steps in this chapter to install DSM on your RackStation. After DSM is
installed, you can manage all features of your RackStation 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 RackStation
within LAN, and the status of your RackStation should be Not Installed. Double-click your RackStation to start
the setup process.
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RackStation

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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 RackStation with Synology DiskStation Manager
(DSM). For more information about managing your RackStation with DSM, refer to Synology DiskStation User’s
Guide available at Synology Download Center.
D:\DSM\DSM_RS3412xs_3.2-1955.pat

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Install from Mac OS X
1 Insert the installation disc into your computer, and then double-click the SynologyInstall icon on the desktop.
2 In the window that appears, double-click the MacOSX folder, and then double-click Synology Assistant-
[number].dmg.
3 Double-click the Synology Assistant.app in the window that appears.
4 Follow step 2 to 4 of the “Install from Windows” section to finish setup.
Install from Linux
The Linux version is optimized for Ubuntu distribution version 8 and 9. You can still try installation on other Linux
distributions (for evaluation purpose only).
Install and Run Synology Assistant
You can install and run Synology Assistant using the command lines or the GUI.
If you want to install using the command lines:
Run the script install.sh in the Linux folder of the installation disc, which will guide you through the steps below.
1 Remove the beta version of Synology Assistant (if any).
sudo rm -rf /usr/local/Synology /usr/local/bin/SynologyAssistant
2 Extract SynologyAssistant-[number].tar.gz to the directory you want, such as “/usr/local” or “.”
tar -C ./ -zxvf SynologyAssistant-[number].tar.gz
3 If you are using 64bit Ubuntu, install the 32bit libraries.
sudo apt-get install ia32-libs
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4 Create the shortcut to /usr/local/bin.
sudo ln -sf /path/install/SynologyAssistant/SynologyAssistant \
/usr/local/bin/SynologyAssistant
5 To run Synology Assistant, you can either use the following command:
/path/install/SynologyAssistant/SynologyAssistant
Or run the shortcut:
/usr/local/bin/SynologyAssistant
If /usr/local/bin exists in your environment variable $PATH, just type:
SynologyAssistant
If you want to install using the GUI:
1 Go to /usr/local and /usr/local/bin and delete the following folders (if any):
Synology, SynologyAssistant
2 Insert the installation disc into your computer, and then double-click the SynologyInstall icon on the desktop.
3 In the File Browser window that appears, double-click the Linux folder, and then double-click Synology
Assistant-[number].tar.gz.
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4 Click Extract, and then extract the SynologyAssistant directory to /usr/local or any other path.
Important: If you are using 64bit Ubuntu, you have to install the 32bit libraries before proceeding. To install, type
the following command in Terminal:
sudo apt-get install ia32-libs
5 Go to /usr/local/SynologyAssistant (or [the path you just specified]/SynologyAssistant), double-click
SynologyAssistant, and then select Run in Terminal in the dialog box that appears.
Install DSM on RackStation
When you have activated Synology Assistant, follow step 2 to 4 of the “Install from Windows” section to finish
setup.
Learn More
Congratulations! Your RackStation is set up now. Refer to the User’s Guide in the installation disc for advanced
settings and management. For more information or online resources about your RackStation, please visit
www.synology.com.
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Appendix
A
Appendix A:Specifications
Item RS3412xs/RS3412RPxs
Internal HDD 3.5” or 2.5” SATA (II) x 10
Max. Capacity
‧30TB (10 x 3TB hard drives)
‧100TB with RX1211/RX1211RP (expansion unit)
Hot Swappable HDD Yes
External HDD Interface
‧USB 2.0 x 4
‧Expansion port x 2 (Infiniband)
LAN Port Gigabit x4 (optional 10 GbE X2 add-on card is supported)
Copy Button No
Size (HxWxD) (mm) 88 X 445 X 570
Weight (Kg)
‧RS3412xs: 12.77
‧RS3412RPxs: 14.87
Supported Clients
‧Windows XP onward
‧Mac OS X 10.5 onward
‧Ubuntu 9.04 onward
Max. User Accounts 4096
Max. Group Accounts 512
Max. Shared Folders 512
Max. Concurrent Connections 1024
Max. Supported IP Cameras 50
File System ‧EXT4
‧EXT3‧FAT‧NTFS (External Disk, Read/Write)
Volume Type
‧Basic ‧JBOD ‧RAID 0 ‧RAID 1
‧RAID 5 ‧RAID 5+Spare ‧RAID 6‧RAID 10
‧Synology Hybrid RAID
Agency Certifications ‧FCC Class A ‧CE Class A ‧BSMI Class A
HDD Hibernation Yes
Deep Sleep for Expansion Unit Yes
Scheduled Power On/Off Yes
Wake on LAN Yes
Language Localization
‧English ‧Deutsch ‧Français ‧Italiano ‧Español ‧Dansk ‧Norsk ‧Svensk
‧Nederlands ‧Русский ‧Polski ‧Magyar ‧Português do Brasil
‧Português Europeu ‧Türkçe ‧Český ‧日本語‧한국어‧繁體中文‧简体中文
Power Consumption And
Environment Requirements
‧Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC
‧Frequency: 50/60Hz
‧Operating Temperature: 40 to 95˚F (5 to 35˚C)
‧Storage Temperature: 15 to 155˚F (-10 to 70˚C)
‧Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH
‧Maximum Operating Altitude: 10000 feet (3048m)

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Appendix
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Appendix B:LED Indication Table
LED Indication Color Status Description
STATUS
Green
Static Volume Normal
Off HDD Hibernation
Orange
Static
Available volume space < 1GB
Available volume space < 1 %
Blinking
Volume degraded or crashed
No volume
LAN
Green
Static Gigabit Link
Blinking Network is active
Off Network is down
Orange Static 10/100 Link
10G/E1
Blue Static 10G/E card is inserted
Off Off No 10G/E card
Hard Drive Status
Indicator
(on tray)
Green
Static Disk ready
Off No internal disk
Orange Static Cannot Read/ Write
Hard Drive Activity
Indicator
(on tray)
Green
Blinking Disk is being accessed
Off Disk is idle
POWER Blue
Static Power ready
Blinking
Booting up
Shutting down
Off Power off
RPS-STATUS2Green
Static Both power supplies are working
Blinking 1 power supply is not working
Off Power off
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1For more information about supported 10G/E or Gigabit network interface cards, visit www.synology.com.
2RS3412RPxs only