Installing Expansion Cards
The NAS supports selected expansion cards, some of which require QNAP PCIe brackets. QNAP-branded
expansion cards purchased from the company website are shipped with the brackets necessary to fit all
QNAP NAS models.
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.
•
Moving fan blades: Keep your hands and other body parts away from moving fan
blades.
•
Other moving components: Keep your hands and other body parts away from other
moving 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 the component or device type.
e. Locate a specific component or device model in the list.
f. Optional: Click the corresponding Note icon to view more information.
2. Power off the device.
3. Disconnect the power cords from the electrical outlet.
4. Disconnect all cables and external attachments.
5. Remove the case cover.
a. Loosen the screws.
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