Synology DiskStation DS414j User manual

Synology DiskStation DS414j
Quick Installation Guide
Synology_QIG_DS414j_20140211

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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 Drive Installation............................................................................................................................... 6
Install Drives........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Start Up Your DiskStation.................................................................................................................................................. 9
Chapter 3: Install DSM on DiskStation
Install DSM with Web Assistant...................................................................................................................................... 10
Learn More ........................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix B: LED Indicator Table

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Chapter 1: Before You Start
Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new DiskStation, 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 DiskStation.
Package Contents
Main unit x 1 AC power cord x 1
AC power adapter x 1
Screws for 3.5"
hard drives x 18
Screws for 2.5"
hard drives x 18
Screws for securing
hard disk trays x 8 RJ-45 LAN cable x 1

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Synology DiskStation at a Glance
No. Item Location Description
1) Disk Indicator
Front Panel
Displays the status of installed drives. For more information, see "Appendix B:
LED Indicator Table".
2) Power Button
1.Press to power on the DiskStation.
2.To power off the DiskStation, press and hold until you hear a beep sound
and the Power LED starts blinking.
3) LAN Indicator Displays the status of the network connection. For more information, see
"Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
4) Status Indicator Displays the status of the system. For more information, see "Appendix B:
LED Indicator Table".
5) Kensington
Security Slot
Back Panel
Attach a Kensington lock here.
6) Fan Disposes of excess heat and cools the system. If the fan malfunctions, the
DiskStation will emit a beeping sound.
7) Reset Button
1.Press and hold until you hear a beep sound to restore the default IP
address, DNS server, and passwords for users belonging to the
administrators group.
2.Press and hold until you hear a beep sound, then press and hold again until
you hear three beep sounds to return the DiskStation to “Not Installed”
status so that DiskStation Manager (DSM) can be reinstalled.
8) USB 3.0 Port Connect external hard drives, USB printers, or other USB devices to your
DiskStation here.
9) USB 2.0 Port
10) LAN Port Connect a network cable here.
11) Power Port Connect the AC adapter here.

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Safety Instructions
Keep away from
direct sunlight and 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.

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Chapter 2: Hardware Setup
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 Remove the 4 screws that secure the back cover, and then put the back cover down carefully.
2 Lift the upper case and then place it aside.

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3 Load drives in the drive trays.
For 3.5” drives: Place the drive in the drive tray. Then tighten the screws to secure the drive in place.
For 2.5” drives: Place the drive in the blue area (shown below) of the drive tray. Turn the tray upside down
and tighten the screws to secure the drive in place.
4 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty hard drive bay.
Important: Make sure the drive tray is completely inserted. Otherwise, the drive might not function properly.
5 Repeat the steps above to install all prepared drives.

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6 Drives are numbered as shown below.
For 3.5” drives (only):Secure the drive trays with the screws (for securing drive trays) provided, which is
not required for 2.5” drive.
7 Place the upper case back to its position.

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8 Close the back cover. Replace and tighten the 4 screws you removed in step 1.
Note:If you want to create a RAID volume, we recommended all installed drives be the same size in order to
optimize drive capacity usage.
Start Up Your DiskStation
1 Connect the AC adapter to the power port of the 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 the DiskStation to your switch, router, or hub.
3 Press 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
After hardware setup is finished, please install DiskStation Manager (DSM) – a browser-based operating system
specifically designed for Synology NAS.
We highly recommend using Synology’s Web Assistant to install DSM with a web browser. Synology Web
Assistant can automatically download the latest software from the Internet and guide you through installation.
Install DSM with Web Assistant
Your DiskStation comes with a built-in tool called Web Assistant to help you configure and install DSM. To use
Web Assistant, please follow the steps below.
1 Power on the DiskStation.
2 Open a web browser on a computer in the same network as the DiskStation.
3 Depending on your network environment, do either of the following:
a If you have Internet access, go to find.synology.com.
b If you do not have Internet access, go to diskstation:5000 and follow the onscreen instructions.
4 Web Assistant will be launched in your web browser. It will search and find your DiskStation within the local
network. The status of your DiskStation should be Not Installed.
5 Click Connect to start the setup process. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup process.
Note:
1. Suggested browsers: Chrome, Firefox.
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.