8. Connect all cables and external attachments.
9. Connect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
10. Power on the device.
Expansion Unit Installation
The TS-h1290FX supports SAS, SATA, and USB expansion units. For details, see the table below.
You can purchase storage expansion accessories from QNAP or an authorized reseller.
For details, go to https://shop.qnap.com/.
For the list of compatible expansion units and the maximum number of applicable expansion units, go to
https://www.qnap.com/go/compatibility-expansion.
Expansion Unit Model Description Required Accessories
TL-R1620Sep-RP • Uses a SAS 12 Gbps (SFF-8644)
interface
• Supports SAS/SATA HDD/SSD
• One of the following storage
expansion cards:
• QXP-820S-B3408
• QXP-1620S-B3616W
• mini-SAS SFF-8644 cable
• RAIL-A03-57
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