
Please see the next chapter for more information.Ģ. Log into DSM as admin or a user belonging to the administrators group.ģ. Check Total Physical Memory in Control Panel > Info Center. Reconnect the cables you removed in step 1, and then press and hold the power button to turn on your DiskStation To make sure DS718+ DiskStation recognizes the new RAM/memory capacity:ġ. Install DiskStation Manager (DSM). Remember: Synology will not provide complete product warranty or technical support if a non-Synology memory module is used for memory upgrade.ĥ. Insert the two hard drive trays back into the hard drive bays.Ħ. Ii) Push down on the memory module with moderate pressure until you hear a click. Make sure the module is properly inserted.

I) Align the notch on the gold contacts of the memory module with the notch on the empty slot. You will see one empty module slot for memory expansion.Ĥ. Insert the new memory module into the empty slot: Remove the two hard drive trays from the two drive bays. The memory slots are located on the inner right side of your DiskStation.ģ. Disconnect all cables connected to your DiskStation to prevent any possible damages.Ģ.

Follow the steps below to install, check, or remove a memory module on your DiskStation.ġ. The optional Synology memory module is designed for DiskStation memory expansion. Connect one end of the AC power cord to the AC power adapter, and the other to the power outlet.Ĭongratulations! Your DiskStation is now online and detectable from a network computer.Īdd more Memory to your DS718+ NAS DiskStation Use the LAN cable to connect the DiskStation to your switch, router or hub.Ģ. Connect the AC adapter to the power port of the DiskStation.

Be warned, if you want to create a RAID volume, we recommend that all installed drives are of the same size to make the best use of drive capacityġ. Turn the tray upside down and tighten the screws to secure the drive in place.Ĥ. Insert the loaded hard drive tray into the empty hard drive bayĥ. Press the handle in flush with the front panel to hold the hard drive tray in place.Ħ. Insert the hard drive tray key into the hard drive tray lock, turn the key clockwise (to the “I” position) to lock the handle of the hard drive tray, and then remove the key.ħ. Repeat the steps above to assemble the other drives you have prepared.

Place the drive in the blue area (shown below) of the drive tray. Ii) For 2.5” drives: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray and store them in a safe place. Then insert the fastening panels to secure the drive in place. I) For 3.5” drives: Remove the fastening panels from the sides of the drive tray. Press the lower part of the hard drive tray to pop out the handle.Ģ. Pull the hard drive tray handle in the direction as indicated below to remove the hard drive tray.
