Installation Requirements
Category
Item
Environment
• Room temperature: 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F)
• Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95%
• Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F)
• Flat, anti-static surface without exposure to direct sunlight, liquids,
or chemicals
Hardware and peripherals
• Storage drives
For the list of compatible drive models, go to
• Network cable
Tools
• Phillips #1 or #2 screwdriver
• Anti-static wrist strap
Setting Up the NAS
Important
Read all safety requirements and information carefully before setting up the NAS or
installing NAS components.
1. Place your NAS device in an environment that meets the requirements.
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2. Install the drives.
For details, see the following topics:
•
Installing 2.5-inch Hard Drives or Solid-State Drives
•
Installing 3.5-inch Hard Drives
For the list of compatible drive models, go to
https://www.qnap.com/compatibility
3. Optional: Install expansion cards.
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4. Connect the NAS to the network.
5. Optional: Connect expansion units.
For details, see the following topics:
•
Connecting SAS Expansion Units
•
Connecting SATA JBOD Expansion Units
•
Connecting USB Expansion Units
6. Connect the power cord and all applicable cables.
7. Power on the NAS.
8. Install QTS.
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