To use SAS expansion units, an SAS-12G2E storage expansion card must be installed on the NAS and
connected to the expansion units using mini-SAS SFF-8644 cables. You can purchase storage expansion
accessories from QNAP or an authorized reseller.
For details, go to
1.
Install a storage expansion card on the PCIe slot.
For details, see
2.
Connect the expansion units to the NAS using the following topology.
3.
Power on the expansion units.
4.
Verify that the expansion units are recognized by the NAS.
a.
Log on to QTS as administrator.
b.
Go to
Main Menu
>
Storage & Snapshots
>
Overview
>
System
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