D-Link DIR-685 - Xtreme N Storage Router Wireless User Manual

5D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewConnectionsReset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to its original

95D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEmail SettingsThe E-mail feature can be used to send the system log les, router alert messages, a

96D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUse this option to save the current router conguration settings to a le on the hard disk

97D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick on Check Now to nd out if there is an updated firmware; if so, download the

98D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDynamic Domain Name System is a method of keeping a domain name linked to a changing IP Address. T

99D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDisplays the connection status of the Ethernet cables connected to your router.The Ping Tes

100D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a name for your new schedule.Select a day, a range of days. You may also choose Al

101D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis page displays current status information for the DIR-685. The LAN, WAN (Internet), and Wirel

102D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationLogFirst Page:Last Page:Previous:Next:Clear:Link To Log Settings:Click this button to view the r

103D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationStatisticsThe screen below displays the Trafc Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packet

104D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationInternet SessionThe Internet Session page displays full details on the NAPT and NAPT Active sessi

6D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewFront ViewTouch PadUse the Touch Pad to navigate through the options on the L

105D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThe wireless client table displays a list of currently connected wireless clients. This table als

106D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSupportUse the DIR-685 Support page to view support topics on the different features of the devic

107D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityWireless SecurityThis section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect y

108D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityWireless Connection Setup WizardTo run the security wizard, click on Setup at the top and then click

109D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityThe summary window will display your settings. If you chose the Automatic option, write down

110D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityFrom the Setup > Wireless Setup screen, click the Manual Wireless Connection Setup button.Add Wire

111D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityConfigure WPA/WPA2 (PSK)It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless router before your wir

112D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityConfigure WPA/WPA2 (EAP)It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless router before your wir

113D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows Vista® Windows Vista® users may use the built-in wireless

114D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityConfigure Wireless SecurityIt is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless r

7D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewSide ViewHDD Bay Accepts a 2.5” SATA hard drive. Unmount ButtonPress the Unm

115D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - Security3. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and click Connect.It may take 20-

116D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 4 - SecurityConnect Using WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista® The router supports Wi-Fi protection, referred to as WCN 2.0

117D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConnect to a Wireless NetworkUsing Windows® XPWindows® XP users may use the b

118D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConfigure WPA-PSKIt is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless route

119D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 5 - Connecting to a Wireless Network3. The Wireless Network Connection box will appear. Enter the WPA-PSK

120D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingFile SharingThe DIR-685 differs from most routers as it combines the functions of a Network Attac

121D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingMapping a DriveCarry out the following to setup map a drive to the DIR-685:Right-click the My

122D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingThe Browse For Folder window appears.Browse to the Shared Folder on the DIR-685• Click the • OK

123D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingDouble-click the My Computer icon on your desktop.Double-click on the mapped drive to access the

124D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingMy Network PlacesCarry out the following to browse to the DIR-685’s FTP directory using My Networ

8D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewUsing the LCD ScreenThe DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used to dis

125D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingThe My Network Places window appears.Click the Add a network place icon on the left-hand side

126D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingDouble-click the Choose another network location folder.Click the Browse button to browse to t

127D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingIn the Browse for Folder window, expand Microsoft Windows Network > Workgroup > DIR-685 and

128D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingType a name to easily identify the DIR-685 Network Place.Click the Next button to proceed to the

129D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 6 - File SharingThe FTP directory on the DIR-685 will now appear as a network place in My Network Places.

130D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsFrameChannel® FrameChannel ( http://dlinkrouter.framechannel.com ), is a free online

131D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen Options1. Make sure that your router and PC are connected to the Internet.2. Open a web brows

132D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen Options8. You may invite your friends to join or click I’m done! to begin your FrameChannel exper

133D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen Options9. Once your account is active, you can use the FrameChannel website to select the channel

134D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 8 - TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installat

9D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewThe following screens can be viewed on the LCD Screen using the Touch Pad buttons:Time / Date

135D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 8 - Troubleshooting• Congure your Internet settings:• Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click

136D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 8 - Troubleshooting3. Why can’t I connect to certain sites or send and receive e-mail when connecting through my

137D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 8 - TroubleshootingYou should start at 1472 and work your way down by 10 each time. Once you get a reply, go up b

138D-Link DIR-685 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsNetworking BasicsCheck your IP addressAfter you install your new D-Link adapter, by default

139D-Link DIR-685 User ManualAppendix B - Networking BasicsStatically Assign an IP addressIf you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you n

140D-Link DIR-685 User ManualAppendix C - Glossary802.11a - An IEEE wireless LAN specication standard that operates on the 5GHz frequency band.*802.1

141D-Link DIR-685 User ManualAppendix C - GlossaryDDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) - A service that maps Internet domain name to a dynamic IP address

142D-Link DIR-685 User ManualAppendix C - GlossaryUSB (Universal Serial Bus) - A standard interface commonly used to connect peripheral devices to com

143D-Link DIR-685 User ManualAppendix D - Technical SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsStandards • IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0) • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE

144D-Link DIR-685 User ManualAppendix D - Technical SpecificationsOperating Humidity • 90% Maximum (Non-condensing)Safety & Emissions • FCC • CE

10D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewPhotos y - The Photos screen allows you to view photos that are stored on the internal hard d

11D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewLEDsThe DIR-685 has LEDs for Power, WPS, and Hard Drive Status.See the table

12D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationBefore You BeginInstallationThis section will walk you through the installation process. Placement

13D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWireless Installation ConsiderationsThe DIR-685 lets you access your network using a wireless conn

14D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below:1.

iD-Link DIR-685 User ManualD-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify

15D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or

16D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 2 - Installation6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network. 7. C

17D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationTo install a hard drive:Warning: The DIR-685 uses the ext3 le system. If the inserted hard drive

18D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 2 - InstallationGetting StartedThe DIR-685 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below

19D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsThe send and receive rate of your wireless trafc.The send and receive rate of your network

20D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsThe model of the router (DIR-685).The hardware revision of the router.The current rmware ve

21D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsThe Internet connection type (Dynamic, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, or Static).The connection status o

22D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsThe MAC address of the router (LAN).The IP address of the router (LAN).The subnet mask of th

23D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsDisplays the status of the wireless function of the router (Enabled or Disabled).Displays th

24D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsThe brand/model of the hard drive.The format of the hard drive (EXT3).The total capacity of

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25D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsThe Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ screen offers two options for setting up Wi-Fi Protected Setup (W

26D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsRouter SettingsLCD Saving SettingsThe Adjust Display Sleep Time screen will appear. Use the

27D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsLCD Luminance SettingsThe LCD Luminance Settings screen will allow you to adjust the brightn

28D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsHard Disk Saving SettingsThe Hard Disk Saving Settings screen will allow you to set the dura

29D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 7 - LCD Screen OptionsPhotosSelect the hard drive or removable storage device that contains the images you want to

30D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationConfigurationThis section will show you how to congure your D-Link wireless router using the web-b

31D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationInternet Connection Setup WizardYou may click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly congure

32D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationClick Next to continue.Create a new password and then click Next to continue.Select your time zone

33D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIf you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that wa

34D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIf you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue.If you selecte

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35D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick the Enable Access Point Mode checkbox if you want to disable NAT on the router and turn it in

36D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter the IP address assigned by your ISP.Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP.Enter the Gat

37D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Select this

38D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect Static PPPoE if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway addresses

39D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To

40D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationManual Internet ConfigurationPPTPChoose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses

41D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationMaximum Idle Time:MTU:Connect mode select:Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet conn

42D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS

43D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationMaximum Idle Time:MTU:Connect mode select:Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet conn

44D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUse the drop-down menu to select the country you are connecting to the Internet from.Use the drop-

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45D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationManual Internet ConfigurationRussia PPTP (Dual Access)If you are in Russia and your ISP uses a PPTP

46D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationMaximum Idle Time:MTU:Connect mode select:Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet conn

47D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSelect Static PPPoE if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway addresses

48D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To

49D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWireless SetupIf you want to congure the wireless settings on your router using the wizard, click

50D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - Configuration(Also called WCN 2.0 in Windows Vista) This section is used to enable and congure the Wi-Fi Prote

51D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick this checkbox to enable Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) on the Router. Displays the WPS PIN tha

52D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick this checkbox to enable the wireless function. If you do not want to use wirele

53D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick the Auto Channel Scan Selection checkbox to allow the DIR-685 to choose the channel with the

54D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to congure the

1D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewProduct OverviewNote: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one include

55D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThis section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to congure the

56D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick this checkbox to enable the DHCP server on your router. Untick to disable this function.Enter

57D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDHCP ReservationIf you want a computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you

58D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationLCD ScreenTick this checkbox to enable the screen saver. You can set the timeout in minutes. Tick

59D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationThe DIR-685 can be congured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP service

60D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a name for the rule or select an application from the drop-down menu. Select an application

61D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo enable an Application Rule, tick the checkbox next to the corresponding rule.Enter a name fo

62D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationQoS EngineThe speed at which data can be transferred from the router to your ISP. This is d

63D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationNetwork FilterUse the drop-down menu to select one of the following rules:Turn MAC Filtering O

64D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWebsite FilterWebsite Filters are used to allow you to set up a list of allowed Web sites that can

2D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewNetwork Requirements• An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem• IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wirel

65D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick the checkbox to enable SPI. SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection, also known as dynamic packe

66D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick the checkbox to enable SPI. SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection, also known as dynamic packet fi

67D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo enable a Firewall Rule, tick the checkbox next to the corresponding rule.Enter a name for

68D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo enable a new route, tick the checkbox next to the corresponding route.Select the interface that

69D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationSet the transmit power of the antennas.Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to synchronize

70D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTo use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) feature, tick the Enable UPnP box. UPnP pr

71D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationGuest ZoneTick this checkbox to enable the Guest Zone feature. Enter a wireless network name (SSID

72D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTick the Enable DHCP Server checkbox to congure the built-in DHCP server to assign IP addresses t

73D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationWake on LANTick the checkbox to enable the Wake on LAN feature.Type a port number to specify t

74D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationDisk ManagementThis window displays the hard drive information such as size, available space,

3D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewIntroduction Thank you for purchasing the D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N™ Storage Router. The DIR-685

75D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUser / GroupsUser and Group CreationList of All UsersUsers in GroupThe DIR-685 supports up to 64 u

76D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUse the Group List section to view all the Groups setup on the DIR-685. The Group List section als

77D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationStorage AccessThe Storage Access settings allow you to assign users and groups to specic folders

78D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationOpportunistic locks (oplocks) are a characteristic of the LAN Manager networking protocol implemen

79D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUse the Network Access List section to view all the Network Access Lists that have been setup on t

80D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationCarry out the following steps to edit a Network Access List:Editing Existing Network Access ListsS

81D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationModify the required settings 2. in the Network Access Settings section.Click the 3. Save Settin

82D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationCarry out the following steps to delete a Network Access List:Deleting a Network Access ListUsers

83D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationFTP ServerFTP Server Settings:The DIR-685 is equipped with a built in FTP Server, which is easy to

84D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationFTP Server SettingsFTP ServerCategory:User / Group:Folder:Permission:Enable FTP:Determines whethe

4D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewFeatures• Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-685 provides up to a 300Mbps* wireless connectio

85D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUse the FTP Access List section to view all the FTP Access Lists that have been setup on the DIR-6

86D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationCarry out the following steps to edit a FTP Access List:Editing an FTP Access ListFTP ServerIn the

87D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationIn the FTP Server Settings 2. section, modify the required settings. Click the 3. Save Settings

88D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationCarry out the following steps to delete a Network Access List:Deleting an FTP Access ListFTP Serve

89D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationUPnP AV ServerUPnP AV Server:Folder:Select Enable or Disable to turn the DIR-685 UPnP AV s

90D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationiTunes ServeriTunes Server:Folder:Auto Refresh:The DIR-685 features an iTunes Server. This server

91D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationBT Download ManagerEnable BT:Share Path:The DIR-685 features a built-in BitTorrent Manager that al

92D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationEnter a new password for the Administrator account. The administrator can make changes to router s

93D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationTimeSelect the Time Zone from the drop-down menu.To select Daylight Saving time manually, se

94D-Link DIR-685 User ManualSection 3 - ConfigurationLog SettingsThe Broadband Router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Rou