Synology RackStation RS3618xs Manual

Synology RackStation RS3618xs
Hardware Installation Guide

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 Drive Installation 7
Install Drives 7
Add a RAM Module on RackStation 9
Attach Network Interface Cards to the RackStation 11
Replace System Fan 12
Start Up Your RackStation 14
Chapter 3: Install DSM on RackStation
Install DSM with Web Assistant 15
Learn More 15
Appedix A: Specications
Appedix B: LED Indicator Table
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Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new RackStation, please check the
package contents to verify that you have received the items below. Also, make sure to read the safety instructions
carefully to avoid harming yourself or damaging your RackStation.
Note: All images below are for illustrative purposes only, and may di󰀨er from the actual product.
Package Contents
Main unit x 1 AC power cord x 1
Screws for 2.5” drives x 52
Screws for 3.5” drives x 52
Before You Start 1
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4Chapter 1: Before You Start
Synology RackStation at a Glance
Front
Back1
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B.

5Chapter 1: Before You Start
No. Article Name Location Description
1 Power Button and
Indicator
Front Panel
1. Press to power on the RackStation.
2. To power o󰀨 the RackStation, press and hold until you hear a beep
sound and the Power LED starts blinking.
2 Status Indicator Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix
B: LED Indicator Table".
3 Alert Indicator Displays warnings regarding fan or temperature. For more information,
see "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
4 Beep O󰀨 Button Press to deactivate the beeping sound that is emitted when a
malfunction occurs.
5 Drive Status Indicator Displays the status of drives. For more information, see "Appendix B:
LED Indicator Table".
6 Drive Tray Install drives (hard disk drives or solid state drives) here.
7 Rail Kit Release Tab Push in and hold to release the RackStation from the rail kit lock.2
8 Power Port
Back Panel1
Connect power cord here to supply power to your RackStation.
9 Power Supply On/O󰀨
Switch Press to turn on/o󰀨 the power supply.
10 PSU Fan Disposes of excess heat and cools the PSU.
11 Console Port This port is used for manufacturing use only.
12 LAN Port Connect RJ-45 network cables here.
13 USB 3.0 Port Connect external drives, or other USB devices to the RackStation here.
14 Expansion Port Connect Synology Expansion Units3 to your Synology RackStation.
15 PCI Express Expansion
Slot Supports two PCIe x8 add-on network interface cards.
16 RESET Button
1. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP
address, DNS server, and password for the admin account.
2. Press and hold until you hear a beep sound, then press and hold
again until you hear three beep sounds to return the RackStation
to "Not Installed" status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be
reinstalled.
Note:
1 To avoid shortage of material, an alternative back panel may be used. Visit this document for more
information.
2 For more information about the rail kit installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide that comes
with the rail kit.
3 For more information about Synology Expansion Unit supported by your Synology NAS, please visit www.
synology.com.

6Chapter 1: Before You Start
Safety Instructions
Keep away from direct sunlight and away from chemicals. Make sure the environment does not
experience abrupt changes in temperature or humidity.
Place the product right side up at all times.
Do not place near any liquids.
Before cleaning, unplug the power cord. Wipe with damp paper towels. Do not use chemical or
aerosol cleaners.
To prevent the unit from falling over, do not place on carts or any unstable surfaces.
The power cord must plug in to the correct 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.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries appropriately.

Tools and Parts for Drive Installation
• A screwdriver
• At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA drive (please visit www.synology.com for compatible drive models.)
Warning: If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all existing data. Please
back up any important data before installation.
Install Drives
1 Open the drive tray.
a Find the small button located on the left side of the drive tray handle. Press the button down, and the drive
tray handle will pop out.
b Pull the drive tray handle out as illustrated above.
2 Install drives:
• For 3.5” drives: Place the drive in the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten screws into the four
spots indicated below to secure the drive.
• For 2.5” drives: Place the drive in the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down and tighten screws into the four
spots indicated below to secure the drive.
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3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty hard drive bay.
Note: Make sure the drive tray is completely inserted. Otherwise, the drive might not function properly.
4 Push the handle inward to secure the drive tray.
5 Push the switch on the drive tray handle to the left to lock the drive tray.
6 Repeat the steps above to install all prepared drives.
7 Drives are numbered as shown below.
Note: If you want to create a RAID volume, we recommend all installed drives be the same size in order to optimize
drive capacity usage.

9Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
Add a RAM Module on RackStation
The optional Synology RAM module is designed for RackStation memory expansion. Follow the steps below to
install, check, or remove a RAM module on your RackStation.
To install a RAM module:
1 Shut down your RackStation. Disconnect all cables connected to your RackStation to prevent any possible
damage.
2 Remove the rear top cover:
a Remove the screw on the back of RackStation.
b Pull the rear top cover, and put it aside.
Note: When you remove the rear top 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 Push the retaining clips on the slot out to the sides.
b Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the memory slot.
c Push down on the memory module with rm and even pressure. The retaining clips will snap into position as
the module is correctly inserted.
Important: For normal operations, you must insert your memory modules into the white slots rst.
Note: Hold the memory module by its edges, and do not touch the gold connectors.
4 Put back the rear top cover you lifted in step 2.
a Align the round dots at the side of rear top cover with the slots on the chassis’ edge, and push the rear top
cover back in position.
b Put back and fasten the screw you removed in step 2-a.
To make sure RackStation recognizes the new memory capacity:
1 Log in to DSM as admin or a user belonging to the administrators group.
2 Check Total Physical Memory in Control Panel > Info Center.
If your RackStation does not recognize the memory or does not start up successfully, conrm that the memory is
installed correctly.
To remove the RAM Module:
1 Follow step 1 and 2 of the “To install the RAM module” section to shut down your RackStation, disconnect the
cables, and then remove the rear top cover.
2 Disengage the memory retaining clips by pushing them outwards, and the module will pop out of the slot.
3 Follow step 4 of the “To install the RAM module” section to put back the top cover.