Synology DS120j, Hardware Installation Manual

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Tools and Parts for Component Installation
Please prepare the tools and parts below before setting up your Synology NAS:
• A Screwdriver
• At least one 3.5” or 2.5” SATA drive (please visit
www.synology.com/compatibility 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 Push the upper case in the direction as shown below. Lift the upper case and set it aside.
2 Install drives:
•
For 3.5” drives with 3 screw holes on each side (indicated below):
a Slide the drive into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until it’s firmly connected to the SATA
connector.
b
Secure the drive with the screws provided.
• For 3.5” drives with 2 screw holes on each side (indicated below):
a Slide the drive into the hard drive bay, and push it all the way until it’s firmly connected to the SATA
connector.
b Secure the drive with the screws provided.
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