3. Hardware Installation
This section provides information on installing drives and handles and connecting the RAID enclosure to a
NAS or server.
Drive Installation
The TR-004U is compatible with 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drives and 2.5-inch solid-state drives.
Installing 3.5-inch Drives on 3.5-inch Trays
Warning
• Installing a drive deletes all data on the drive, unless the RAID enclosure is in
Individual or Software Control mode.
• Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures to avoid damage to components.
1.
Power off the RAID Enclosure.
2.
Remove a drive tray.
a.
Optional: Unlock the tray.
Note
The preinstalled drive trays come unlocked.
Important
Ensure that the drive tray keys are stored in a safe place.
b.
Pull the handle to release the tray.
c.
Pull the tray out.
QNAP External RAID Enclosure User Guide
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