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
• Free from objects that may obstruct NAS ventilation or apply
pressure to the NAS or power cord
Hardware and peripherals • Storage drives
For the list of compatible drive models, go to https://
www.qnap.com/compatibility.
• 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.
For details, see Installation Requirements.
2. Install drives.
For details, see Installing 2.5-inch Solid-state Drives on 2.5-inch Trays.
For a list of compatible drives and expansion cards, go to http://www.qnap.com/compatibility.
3. Optional: Install expansion cards.
For details, see the following topics:
• Replacing Expansion Cards on the TS-h2490FU
• Installing Expansion Cards on the TS-h1090FU
4. Optional: Connect expansion units.
For details, see the following topics:
• Connecting SAS Expansion Units.
• Connecting USB Expansion Units.
5. Connect the power cord and all applicable cables.
6. Power on the NAS.
For details, see Front Panel.
7. Install QuTS hero.
For details, see QuTS hero Installation.
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