Synology RS2212+ User manual

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Synology RackStation RS2212+/RS2212RP+
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
Start Up Your RackStation .................................................................................................................................. 8
Add a RAM Module on RackStation.................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation
Install from Windows ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Install from Mac OS X ....................................................................................................................................... 14
Install from Linux ............................................................................................................................................... 14
Learn More........................................................................................................................................................ 16
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: RS2212+ x 1; RS2212RP+ 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 Panel The beep off button is used to turn off the beep sound of Synology RackStation.
3) 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
19.
4) Hard Drive Trays Front Panel The hard drive tray is designed for loading the hard drives used in
Synology RackStation.
5) Power Supply
On/Off Switch Back Panel The power supply on/off switch is used to turn on/off the power supply.
6) Power Port Back Panel The power port is where you connect the power cord to Synology RackStation.
7) 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 system will play beep sounds.

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No.
Article Name
Location
Description
8) Console Port Back Panel This port is used for manufacturing use only.
9) USB Ports Back Panel The Synology RackStation offers USB ports for adding additional external hard
drives, USB printers, or other USB devices.
10) LAN 1
Back Panel The LAN port is where you connect RJ-45 cable to Synology RackStation.
11) LAN 2
12) RESET Button Back Panel 1.To restore IP, DNS, passwords for the admin account to default value.
2.To reinstall the Synology RackStation.
13) EXPANSION
Port Back Panel The expansion port is used to connect Synology Expansion Unit1
14)
to Synology
RackStation.
Power Supply
Safety Latch2Back Panel
The power supply safety latch is used to secure the power supply in place.
15)
Beep off Button
on Power
Supply2
Back Panel The beep off button is used to turn off the beep sound of the power supply.
16) LED Indicator on
Power Supply 2 Back Panel The LED indicator is used to display the status of the power supply.
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1Synology Expansion Unit is supported on certain RackStations only.
2RS2212RP+ 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.
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.

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3 Push the Power button to turn on your RackStation.
Your RackStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.
Add a RAM Module on RackStation
Synology RAM module 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.
To 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 Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the memory slot. Tilt the card and push the
memory into the slot. Make sure the module is pushed in all the way.
b Use two fingers with firm, even pressure to push down on the memory module. You should hear a click
when the memory is inserted correctly.
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.
To make sure your RackStation recognizes the new memory capacity:
1 Start up your RackStation.
2 Install DSM. (See “Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation” on Page 12 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.
RS2212+
3072 MB
RackStation

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To remove the RAM Module:
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 Push the levers on the sides of the memory module in an outward direction to release the module from the
memory card slot.
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.

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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_RS2212+_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
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Appendix A: Specifications
Item RS2212+/RS2212RP+
Internal HDD 3.5” or 2.5” SATA (II) x 10
Max. Capacity
‧30TB (10 x 3TB hard drives)
‧66TB with RX1211/RX1211RP (expansion unit)
Hot Swappable HDD Yes
External HDD Interface
‧USB 2.0 x 4
‧Expansion port x 1 (Infiniband)
LAN Port Gigabit x 2
Copy Button No
Size (HxWxD) (mm) 88 X 445 X 570
Weight (Kg)
‧RS2212+: 12.2
‧RS2212RP+: 14.3
Supported Clients
‧Windows XP onward
‧Mac OS X 10.5 onward
‧Ubuntu 9.04 onward
Max. User Accounts 2048
Max. Group Accounts 256
Max. Shared Folders 256
Max. Concurrent Connections 512
Max. Supported IP Cameras 20
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
Hard Drive Activity
Indicator
( on tray)
Green
Blinking Disk is being accessed
Off Disk is idle
Hard Drive Status
Indicator
( on tray)
Green
Static Disk ready
Off No internal disk
Orange Static Cannot read/write
POWER Blue
Static Power ready
Blinking
Booting up
Shutting down
Off Power off
RPS-STATUS1
Green
Static Both power supplies are working
Blinking 1 power supply is not working
Off
Power off
Power Supply On/Off Switch is turned off ("O")
Orange Static Power Supply On/Off Switch is turned on ("-") but
the RackStation is turned off
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LED Indication Color Status Description
ALERT Orange
Blinking
System fan is not working
Over temperature
Off
System fan normal
Temperature normal