• To avoid serious injuries, a trained service technician must disconnect all PSU cords from the device
before installing or replacing system components.
System Battery
• To avoid potential battery explosion, causing injury or damage to components, ensure that you replace
the existing battery with a battery of the same type.
• Dispose of used batteries properly according to local regulations or the instructions of the battery
manufacturer.
Installation Requirements
Category
Item
Environment
• Room temperature: 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F)
• Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95%
• Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F)
• Flat, anti-static surface without exposure to direct sunlight, liquids,
or chemicals
• Free from objects that may obstruct NAS ventilation or apply
pressure to the NAS or power cord
Hardware and peripherals
• Storage drives
For the list of compatible drive models, go to
• Network cable
Tools
• Phillips #1 or #2 screwdriver
• Anti-static wrist strap
Setting Up the NAS
Important
Read all safety requirements and information carefully before setting up the NAS or
installing NAS components.
1. Place your NAS device in an environment that meets the requirements.
.
2. Install the drives.
.
Tip
For the list of compatible drive models, go to
https://www.qnap.com/compatibility
.
3. Connect the Expansion Units.
Connecting USB Expansion Units
4. Connect the power cord and all applicable cables.
5. Power on the NAS.
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