Seagate 8-BAY RACKMOUNT NAS User Manual

Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS User ManualClick here to access an up-to-date online versionof this document. You will also find the most recent content a

1. Quick Start Guide2. Drive stickers3. USB key4. Inner rack rail screws (M4x4); outer rack rail screws (M5x10), and washers (W)5. Power supply cables

Client OS:Web browsers:Network:Windows 8 (32-bit/64-bit)Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)Windows Vista (32-bit/64-bit)Windows XPWindows Server 2012Windows Ser

Safety GuidelinesSafe handlingThe 8-bay Rackmount NAS must run with all of its parts and units in place. In order to comply with applicable safety, em

Never expose your device to rain, or use it near water, or in damp or wet conditions. Never place objects containing liquidson the enclosure, as they

Rack installaon prerequisitesThe Seagate 8-bay Rackmount NAS enclosure is designed for installation into an industry standard 19-inch rack cabinet su

System OverviewThe 8-bay Rackmount NAS is a 1U-sized hard drive enclosure. It houses up to eight 3.5-inch hard drives in its front chassis(see the ill

In case of disk failure or, the need to expand storage capacity, each individual hard drive is hot-swappable and fieldreplaceable. When adding hard dr

Front panel view1. Rackmount brackets: Attaches your Seagate 8-bay Rackmount NAS to standard, 19-inch computer equipment racks. SeeSetting Up .2. Powe

6. MAC address label: Slide the label toward you to view the MAC addresses for the Ethernet ports. The MAC addressesare also listed on a sticker locat

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USB portsThe 8-bay Rackmount NAS has three USB 2.0 ports, which lets you connect DAS or other USB devices:Drive framesStorage devices connected to a U

The 8-bay Rackmount NAS has two drive frames, each housing four 3.5-inch form factor disk drives. The frame has mountinglocations for SATA drives. The

System LEDsThe 8-bay Rackmount NAS features three sets of LEDs that provide information on the system's status. Review theillustrations below for

Interior chassis 1. Disk LEDs LED behavior General LED behaviorThe list of colors below will help you identify the general status of your NAS: Color

Solid blue ReadyBlinking blue Startup; shutdown; activityBlinking red and blue RAID synchronization; software updateBlinking red WarningSolid red Erro

Solid red Blinking blue for working disks Temperature alert (critical level). theproduct will shut offdue to the high temperature.The power supplies a

Blinking amber An identification button has been pushed (front, rear, or NAS OS). A corresponding LED on the rear ofthe NAS will also blink amber to i

Seng UpThe Seagate 8-bay Rackmount NAS is shipped with the following installation components:The instructions are also available in the Quick Start G

3. Attach the outer rack rails to the rack. 27Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

4. Slide the Seagate NAS into the rack. You will hear a click indicating that the NAS is securely fastened to the rack. Step 2 - Cable Management Arm

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2. Snap the left connection into the outside rail.3. Guide the right inner connection into the inner rack rail.Step 3 - CablesConnecons29Seagate 8-Ba

You can also connect:Placement1. Open the panels on the cable management arm and thread the cables. Allow slack for external connections and sliding t

2. Close the panels.Network and power1. Connect the Ethernet cables to your router.31Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

Connect the Ethernet cables to your router.2. Connect the power cables to outlets.Step 4 - DrivesRemove the cover1. Slide the NAS toward you until it

3. Lift the cover.Insert the drives33Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

1. Push the disk’s lock button to open the latch.2. Place the disk on the NAS’s hard drive guides. Confirm that the disk is correctly aligned on the g

3. Slide the disk into the SATA connection.35Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

4. Close the disk’s latch.36Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

5. Repeat the steps for each disk.6. Close the cover and slide the NAS into the rack. To unlock the rails, pull the rail fasteners on each side towar

Step 5 - Log on to the NAS1. Power on the NAS. Wait for the status LED to turn solid before moving to the next step.38Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21

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2. From a workstation on your network, launch a web browser to enter http://seagate-r8 or, http://seagate-r8.local for Mac orany workstation using Bon

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OperaonPowering on the NAS1. Before powering on the NAS, make sure that all the modules are firmly seated in their bays.2. Make certain that the NAS

Important info: When the product is operating, a short push of the on/off button will turn the 8-bay NAS off or, place the 8-bay NAS into deep sleep m

SowareThe Seagate 8-bay Rackmount NAS is preinstalled with Seagate NAS OS. To manage the NAS, the administrator can launch theweb-based administratio

Hardware MaintainanceThe 8-bay Rackmount NAS has a front and rear chassis, each with its own cover. Review the details below for hardwaremodule locati

3. Release the cover by simultaneously pushing both front latches toward you.4. Lift the cover and remove it from the NAS.45Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NA

Front chassis informaon 46Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

1. Fans (x3)2. Frame 1, hard drives 1 - 43. Hard drive LEDs; SATA connections4. Frame 2, hard drives 5 - 8 47Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

Replace a power supply unit (PSU)For optimal power management, the power load for the NAS is shared between the two PSU. If one should fail, all power

Regulatory ComplianceFCC Declaraon of ConformanceThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condit

Replace a hard driveIf a failed hard drive is under warranty, make certain to contact Seagate customer support to receive a replacement disk. When add

4. Slide the disk into the SATA connection.50Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

5. Close the disk’s latch.51Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

6. Repeat the steps for each disk.7. Replace the cover and slide the NAS into the rack. To unlock the rails, pull the rail fasteners on each side towa

8. Log on to the Seagate 8-bay Rackmount NAS from a workstation on your network to manage the new storage.9. Rebuild the NAS volume. For details, refe

1. Remove the cover as described above.2. Using your forefinger and thumb, pinch the clips that secure the fan to its slot.3. Lift the fan from its sl

4. Insert the replacement fan into the empty slot. Rear chassis Remove the rear cover1. Power off, unplug the power supplies, then wait for the compon

4. Slide the cover toward the rack and remove it from the NAS. Rear chassis informaon56Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

1. PCIe slots2. Battery3. Central Processing Unit (CPU)4. RAM slots5. Power supplies (x2)Installed components57Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21/15

The rear chassis is shipped with the following:1. PCIe: SATA extender (do not remove the SATA extender or add third-party PCIe boards to the NAS)2. Ba

Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment shoul

3. Gently unfasten the extension card support from the extension card and remove it to provide access to the battery.59Seagate 8-Bay Rackmount NAS1/21

4. Use one hand to press the battery's retaining clip away from the batter and use the other hand to lift the battery from itssocket.60Seagate 8-

5. Insert the replacement battery into the battery socket.6. Connect the extension card support to the extension card and fasten its screws.7. Replace

3. Align the DIMM on the slot's socket. Make certain that the edge of the DIMM's notch matches the key for the socket.62Seagate 8-Bay Rackmo

4. Hold the DIMM on both ends and carefully insert it into the socket. The DIMM is properly inserted when you cannot pushit further and the retaining

Remove a DIMM (RAM)Important info: Always insert the DIMM vertically to avoid damaging the notch. You may have toapply a limited amount of force on

1. Power off the NAS, unplug the power supply, and remove the cover as described above.2. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM from it

4. If the connection is loose, try to fix it into place.5. Install the rear cover.6. Power on the 8-bay Rackmount NAS.If the LED continues to blink pu

Geng HelpIf you are having issues with your product, first consult this user manual and the troubleshooting topics below. If the problempersists, ref

Q: Did the product turn off as soon as the USB device and the 8-bay Rackmount NAS's USB port came into contact?A: The USB device may have caused

Italiano[Italian]Con la presente Seagate dichiara che questo Rackmount NAS è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altredisposizioni pertinenti sta

Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.Do not short-circuit a cell or a battery. Do not store cells or bat

IntroduconWhat is in this manualThank you for purchasing a Seagate 8-bay Rackmount NAS. Offering both high-end performance and advanced data sharing,