
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-1677X is compatible with 3.5-inch, 2.5-inch hard drives, and 2.5-inch 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 drive tray.
a.
Slide the lock down.
b.
Pull the handle to release the tray.
c.
Pull the tray out.
3.
Install a drive on the tray.
a.
Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the tray.
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