QNAP TS 53D Series User Manual

QTS Installation
Method Description Requirements
Qfinder Pro installation
(Recommended)
If the NAS is connected to your
local area network, you can do the
following:
• Locate the NAS using Qfinder
Pro.
• Complete the steps in the
Smart Installation Guide
wizard.
• Computer
• Network cable
• Qfinder Pro installer
Cloud installation If the NAS is connected to the
internet, you can do the following:
• Scan the QR code on the
NAS.
• Specify the Cloud Key.
• Log into your myQNAPcloud
account.
• Use myQNAPcloud Link to
remotely access your NAS.
• Complete the steps in the
Smart Installation Guide
wizard.
• Computer or mobile device
• myQNAPcloud account
• CloudKey
Local installation If the NAS supports HDMI output,
you can do the following:
• Connect the NAS to the
required hardware.
• Complete the steps in the
Smart Installation Guide
wizard.
• Monitor
• HDMI cable
• USB keyboard or Remote
control (not available on all
models)
Installing QTS Using Qfinder Pro
Warning
Installing QTS deletes all data on the drives. Back up your data before proceeding.
1. Power on the NAS.
2. Connect the NAS to your local area network.
3. Run Qfinder Pro on a computer that is connected to the same local area network.
Note
To download Qfinder Pro, go to https://www.qnap.com/utilities.
4. Locate the NAS in the list and then double-click the name or IP address.
The Smart Installation Guide opens in the default web browser.
TS-x53D User Guide
Installation and Configuration 38

QNAP TS 53D Series Specifications

General

Brand	QNAP
Model	TS 53D Series
Category	Storage
Language	English