Installing Expansion Cards
QNAP-branded expansion cards purchased from the company website are shipped with the brackets
necessary to fit all QNAP NAS models.
For details on supported expansion cards and brackets, go to
http://www.qnap.com/compatibility
Warning
• Only qualified personnel should perform the following steps. Failure to follow
instructions can result in serious injury or death.
• Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
1.
Check the expansion cards and brackets supported by your model on the QNAP website.
a.
Go to
.
b.
Click
Search by NAS
.
c.
Specify the number of bays and the specific model of your NAS.
d.
Under
Category
, select
Expansion Card
.
e.
Locate the expansion card model in the list and then click the corresponding
Note
icon.
2.
Power off the NAS.
3.
Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
4.
Disconnect all cables and external attachments.
5.
Remove the case cover.
• TS-853BU, TS-853BU-RP, TS-1253BU, TS-1253BU-RP
1.
Loosen the screws that secure the case cover to the chassis.
TS-x53BU User Guide
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