3. Installation and Configuration
This chapter provides specific hardware and firmware installation and configuration steps.
Hardware Installation
This section provides information on installing drives, memory modules, and expansion cards.
Drive Installation
The TS-x53Be is compatible with 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drives, 2.5-inch solid state drives, and M.2 solid
state drives.
Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives on 3.5-inch Trays
Warning
• Installing a drive deletes all data on the drive.
• Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
1.
Power off the NAS.
2.
Remove the front cover.
a.
Locate the lock on the left side of the NAS.
b.
Slide the lock down to release the cover.
c.
Slide the cover to the left and then pull.
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