Synology DiskStation User's Guide
Based on DSM 3.1
215 Chapter 16: Perform Advanced Management Tasks
Reinstall Synology DiskStation
If you want to reinstall your Synology DiskStation without losing its data, you can use the RESET button on the
back panel.
To reinstall Synology DiskStation:
1 Press and hold the RESET button for about 4 seconds until the Synology DiskStation emits a beep sound.
2 Within the next 10 seconds, press and hold RESET button for about 4 seconds until the Synology DiskStation
emits a beep sound.
3 Run Synology Assistant and follow the installation instructions in the Quick Installation Guide that came with
your installation CD to set up the Synology DiskStation.
Important: The data saved on the Synology DiskStation will not be erased during the reinstallation. However, for
security reason, we strongly recommend that you back up the data first.
Enable SNMP Service
Go to Main Menu > Control Panel > SNMP to enable SNMP service, which allows users to monitor
Synology DiskStation network flow with the network management software.
Currently, SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c protocols are supported.
To enable SNMP service:
1 Tick Enable SNMP service and enter a Community name.
2 Enter the optional information to help you identify your Synology DiskStation: Name, Location, and Email.
3 Click OK.
To disable the SNMP service:
Uncheck Enable SNMP service, and click OK.