3. Installation and Configuration
This chapter provides specific hardware and firmware installation and configuration steps.
Hardware Installation
This section provides information on installing drives and connecting USB expansion units.
Drive Installation
The NAS is compatible with 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch SATA hard drives, 2.5-inch solid-state drives, and M.2
solid-state drives.
Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State 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.
•
Moving fan blades: Keep your hands and other body parts away from moving fan
blades.
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Other moving components: Keep your hands and other body parts away from other
moving components.
1. Power off the NAS.
2. Remove the drive tray.
a. Optional: Unlock the tray.
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