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    any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Revision 1.0 1.1 Manual Revisions Date January 26, 2009 February 27, 2009 Description DIR-685 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Minor fixes and updates Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
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    41 DHCP Server Settings 42 DHCP Reservation 43 LCD Setup 44 Port Forwarding 45 Application Rules 47 QoS Engine 48 Network Filter 49 Website Filters 50 Firewall Settings 51 SPI 51 NAT Endpoint Filter 51 Anti-Spoof Check 51 DMZ 51 Firewall Rules 52 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual ii
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    Deleting an FTP Access List 73 UPnP AV Server 74 iTunes® Server 75 BitTorrent Download Manager 76 Administrator Settings 77 Change Password 77 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Remote Management 77 Time Settings 78 Log Settings 79 Email Settings 80 System Settings 81 Update Firmware 82 Dynamic
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    Wireless Basics 124 What is Wireless 125 Tips 127 Wireless Modes 129 Networking Basics 130 Check your IP address 130 Statically Assign an IP address 131 Glossary 132 Technical Specifications 135 Contacting Technical Support 136 Warranty 137 Registration 143 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N™ Storage Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-685 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 
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    Users: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. CD Installation Wizard Requirements Computer with the following: • Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 or Vista • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    The Xtreme N™ Storage Router supports all of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access, be it from over the wireless network or from the Internet. Support throughput rate. Environmental conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 
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    access corporate networks. • User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use web-based user interface, the DIR-685 lets you control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company's server. Configure your router to your specific
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    the wireless settings using WCN. You may also use the USB port(s) to connect devices such as printers, scanners, and USB external drive/thumb drives to share on your network, or connect 3G USB adapters. Power Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Gigabit
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    . Refer to page 8. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. LCD Screen The LCD screen will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will blink during broadcast. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View HDD Bay Insert a 2.5" SATA hard drive. Unmount Button Press the Unmount button before ejecting hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 
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    1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Using the LCD Screen The DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used to display router statistics and change some basic settings. Use the touch pad buttons Screen. This button also acts as an DOWN button on some LCD menus. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 
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     WPS - The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) screen allows you to add your router into an existing network via a PIN number, or allows you to add a new wireless device to the router via Push Button Configuration (PBC). Use the touch pad buttons to select the desired option. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 
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    a USB Storage device connected to the Router.  FrameChannel - Use the FrameChannel window to obtain an activation code so that you can register the DIR-685 on the FrameChannel website and view the pictures associated with your FrameChannel account on the LCD Screen. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 10
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs The DIR-685 has LEDs for Power, WPS, and Hard Drive Status. See the table below for detailed information about the detected and is idle. System is un-mounting the hard drive. The hard drive can be removed safely. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 11
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    router Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure the computer you are running the CD from is connected to the Internet and online or the wizard will not work. If you have disconnected any hardware, re-connect your computer back to the modem and make sure you are online. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    bay with the label facing towards the back of the router. 3. Push hard drive firmly in the bay. 4. Close the hard drive bay door. 5. The Detect Hard Drive Success message will appear. Press the center button to continue. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual To remove a hard drive: Warning: Do NOT eject the
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    to position access points, wireless routers, and computers wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone is not in use. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    the modem to boot (about 30 seconds). 6. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot. 7. Turn on your computer. 8. Skip two pages to the Getting Started section to configure your router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15
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    and the subnet mask of your network. Click Save Settings to save your settings. Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of the router in the future. Close the browser and change your computer's IP settings back to the original values as in Step 1. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16
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    other Ethernet devices and computers. To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router. Refer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 17
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    computer, go to Start > Run. In the run box, type "D:\DIR685.exe" (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive). When the autorun screen appears, click Begin Install. Note: It is recommended to write down the login password on the provided CD holder. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 18
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    window into the field above the picture and click the Log In button to log into the router. Click the Regenerate button if you would like to generate a new code. If you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 19
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    You may click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your router. Refer to the next page. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Connection Wizard and skip to the Manual Internet Configuration Setup section. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 20
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    Section 3 - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 21
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    The default host name is the device name of the Router and may be changed. If you selected PPPoE or Russian PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. a router. If you selected PPTP or Russian PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 22
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    . Click Connect to save your settings. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection. It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 23
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    the Enable Access Point Mode checkbox Mode: if you want to disable NAT on the router and turn it into an Access Point. Internet Use the My Internet Connection is drop-down Connection menu to select the mode that the router should Type: use to connect to the Internet. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 24
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    MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 25
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    MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 26
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    or Manual. Maximum Idle Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet Time: connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. DNS Servers: The DNS server information will be supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 28
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    -Demand, or Manual. Maximum Idle Time: Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. DNS Servers: Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static L2TP only). D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 29
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    on the Broadband Router. It is not Address: recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 30
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    MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC's MAC Address button to replace the Internet port's MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 31
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    time during which the Time: Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. The default MTU is 1500. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 32
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    . Server IP/Name: Enter the IP address or DNS Name of the PPTP Server provided by your ISP. PPTP Account: Enter your PPTP username. PPTP Password: Enter your PPTP password and then retype the password in the PPTP Confirm Password box. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 33
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    connection should be re-established manually, in the event of the router losing its Internet connection. Click the Connect-on demand radio button to specify that the Internet connection re-connect when a user or application tries to establish an Internet connection. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 34
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    your ISP. Click the Enter DNS Manually radio button to enter the DNS IP addresses manually. If choosing the manual option, enter the IP addresses of the Primary and Secondary DNS servers supplied by your ISP (Internet Service Provider) in the DNS Addresses textbox. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 35
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    connection should be re-established manually, in the event of the router losing its Internet connection. Click the Connect-on demand radio button to specify that the Internet connection re-connect when a user or application tries to establish an Internet connection. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 36
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    to configure the wireless settings on your router using the wizard, click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard and refer to page 94. If you want to manually configure the wireless settings on your router, click Manual Wireless Connection Setup and refer to the next page. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 37
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    only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n. Mixed 802.11n, 802.11b, and 802.11g - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n, 11g, and 11b wireless clients. Mixed 802.11n and 802.11g - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11n and 802.11g wireless clients. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 38
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    button to reset the WPS configuration. Add Wireless Click the Add Wireless Device with WPS Device with button if you want to add a wireless device WPS: using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. See the Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard section for instructions on how to use WPS. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 39
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    685. If Invisible is selected, the SSID of the DIR-685 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your DIR-685 in order to connect to it. Wireless Security: Refer to Section 4 - Wireless Security for setup information. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    .255.0. Device Name: Enter a name for the router. Local Domain: Enter the Domain name (optional). Enable DNS Relay: Uncheck the box to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your computers. If checked, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 41
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    Server: your router. Uncheck to manually) assign IP addresses to your computers or devices, make sure the IP addresses are outside of this range or you may have an IP conflict. DHCP Lease The length of time for the IP address lease. Time: Enter the Lease Time in minutes. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    computer or device to always have the same IP address assigned, you can create a DHCP reservation. The router will assign the IP address only to that computer or device. Note: This IP address must be within click Save Settings at the top to activate your reservations. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 43
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    the Enable box to activate the screen saver on the LCD screen of the router. Enter the time of inactivity before the screen saver turns on (in minutes). Display Setting: Check the Enable box and enter the time of inactivity before the screen turns off (in minutes). D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 44
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    are pre-defined virtual services already in the table. You may use them by enabling them and assigning the server IP to use that particular virtual service. For a list of ports for common applications, please visit http://support.dlink.com/faq/view.asp?prod_id=1191. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 45
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    that you want to allow the incoming service to. If your computer is receiving an IP address automatically from the router (DHCP), your computer will be listed particular service to always be enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 46
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    UDP, or Both). Firewall: This is the port number on the Internet side that will be used to access the application. You may define a single port or a range of the particular service to always be enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 47
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    default router to your ISP. This is determined by your ISP. Downlink Speed: The speed at which data can be transferred from the Internet to your router. This is determined by your ISP. Lag Eliminated: Check this box to automatically set the priority for your applications. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    Address. Schedule: The schedule of time when the Application Rule will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled. Click the New Schedule button to create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 49
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    to set up a list of allowed websites that can be used by multiple users through the network. To use this feature, select Allow or Deny. Enter service to always be enabled. Click the New Schedule button to create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    on the LAN that you want to have unrestricted Internet communication. If this computer obtains its IP address automatically using DHCP, be sure to make a static reservation on the Setup > Network Settings page so that the IP address of the DMZ machine does not change. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 51
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    out to the router based on the source and destination IP addresses as well as the traffic type and the specific port the data runs on. Name: Users can specify a name for a firewall rule. Action: Users can choose click on the New Schedule button to add a new schedule. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 52
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    Section 3 - Configuration Routing The Routing option is an advanced method of customizing specific routes of data through your network. Destination IP: Enter the IP address the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 53
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    device needs to send out a CTS (Clear To Send), before the actual data can be sent. Setting the CTS Mode to Auto indicates that the router will decide whether or not the CTS mechanism should be used or not, depending on the current environment and data length. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 54
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    : You may set the port speed of the Internet port to 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or auto. Some older cable or DSL modems may require you to set the port speed to 10Mbps. Multicast Check the box to allow multicast traffic to pass streams: through the router from the Internet. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 55
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    wireless network. Security Mode: Select the type of security or encryption you would like to enable for the guest zone. Router IP Address: Type the IP Address that the router will use for the Guest Zone network. Default host in the range in the textbox on the right. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 56
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    Displays the Host Name, IP Address and the time the DHCP lease will expire for all the DHCP clients in the Guest Guest Zone: Zone. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 57
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    allows you to define a UDP port on your router to receive Magic Packet from the Internet to turn on a computer connected to the router remotely. Enable Wake on LAN: Check to enable the Wake on LAN feature. UDP Port: Enter a UDP port. Interface: LAN will be selected. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 58
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    format. Format Setting: Click the Format Hard Drive button to format the hard drive. Warning: When formatting your hard drive, all data will be lost. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 59
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    Section 3 - Configuration User / Groups The DIR-685 supports up to 64 unique users. The users can be added to a group, or individually. The users and groups are created to allow access to specific folders on the DIR-685, via FTP or your local network. User and Group This section contains required
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    that have been setup on the DIR-685. Carry out the following steps to delete an existing group: 1. In the Group List section, click the Trash Can icon next to the group you want to delete. 2. The following dialog box appears. Click the OK button to delete the Group. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 61
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    set the share oplocks to No (off). By default, Windows Vista® has Oplocks enabled and cannot be disabled. If you are having network performance issues with applications sharing files from the DIR-685, you may try to improve performance by setting Oplocks to No (off). D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 62
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    will be copied as the file is being stored on the DIR-685. Certain backup software attach this attribute to files that are being stored as backups. Comment: Enter a comment for reference or description of the rule. Network Access List: Lists all defined access rules. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 63
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    to the user you want to edit. See the "Editing Existing Network Access Lists" section for more information. Deleting a Network Access List Click the notepad icon next to the user you want to edit. See the "Deleting Network Access Lists" section for more information. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 64
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    Section 3 - Configuration Storage Access Editing Existing Network Access Lists Carry out the following steps to edit a Network Access List: 1. In the Network Access Lists section, click the Notepad icon next to the Network Access List you want to edit. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 65
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    Section 3 - Configuration 2. Modify the required settings in the Network Access Settings section. 3. Click the Save Settings button when you have changed the required settings. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 66
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    out the following steps to delete a Network Access List: 1. In the Network Access Lists section, click the Trash Can icon next to the network access list you want to delete. 2. The following dialog box appears. Click the OK button to delete the Network Access List. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 67
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    are on the local network or at a remote location. The FTP server can be configured to allow user access to specific directories, and will allow up to ten users to access the DIR-685 at a time. For improved security, the DIR-685 supports use of an FTPS client, such as SSL/TLS, to encrypt both the
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    files. Support has been added for non standard FTP clients that are capable of supporting these character sets. FTP Access The FTP access for users and groups can List: be added and edited here. Server Status: Displays the current status of the FTP Server. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 69
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    FTP Access Lists that have been setup on the DIR-685. The FTP Access List section also allows you to modify or delete FTP Access Lists that have been setup on the DIR-685. Editing an FTP Access List Click the notepad icon next to the FTP user you u osarener D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 70
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    Section 3 - Configuration Editing an FTP Access List Carry out the following steps to edit a FTP Access List: 1. In the FTP Access Lists section, click the Notepad icon next to the FTP Access List you want to edit. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 71
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    Section 3 - Configuration 2. In the FTP Server Settings section, modify the required settings. 3. Click the Save Settings button when you have changed the required settings. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 72
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    Access List Carry out the following steps to delete a Network Access List: 1. In the FTP Access List section, click the Trash Can icon next to the FTP Access List you want to delete. 2. The following dialog box appears. Click the OK button to delete the FTP Access List. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    DIR-685 UPnP AV server. Folder: Specifies the folder or directory that will be shared by the UPnP AV server. Select root to share all files on all volumes, or click Browse to select a specific folder. Auto Refresh: Select the auto refresh interval from the drop-down menu. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    that will be shared by the iTunes server. Select root to share all files on all volumes, or click Browse to select a specific folder. Password: Sets password for the iTunes server. (Optional) Auto Refresh: Select the auto refresh interval from the drop-down menu. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 75
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    manager. Share Path: Enter the path to the folder on your hard drive in the router to allow BitTorrent downloading. Click Browse to select the folder. Note: A 2.5" SATA Hard Drive needs to be installed in the router in order to use the BitTorrent Download Manager. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 76
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    . User Password: Enter the new password for the User login. If you log in as the User, you can see the settings but cannot change them. Remote Remote management allows the DIR-685 to be configured Management: from the Internet by a web browser. A username and password is still required to access the
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    update, Manual: To manually input the time, make sure the Automatically synchronize with D-Link's Internet time server box is unchecked. Select the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second from the drop-down menus. Click Save Settings to save and activate your settings. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    Section 3 - Configuration Log Settings The DIR-685 keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the router. Save: Click to save the log results to your hard drive. Log Types: Select the type of information displayed in the router log. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 79
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    log files, router alert messages, and firmware update notification to your email address. Enable Email When this option is enabled, router activity logs Password: Enter the password associated with the account. Re-type the password associated with the account. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 80
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    the router was shipped from the factory. Any settings that have not been saved will be lost, including any rules that you have created. If you want to save the current router configuration settings, use the Save button above. Reboot Device: Click to reboot the router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 81
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    You can upgrade the firmware of the DIR-685 here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can
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    name linked to a changing IP Address. Check the box to enable DDNS. Server Address: Choose your DDNS provider from the drop-down menu. Host Name: Enter the Host Name that you registered with your DDNS service provider. Password: Enter the Password for your DDNS account. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    cables connected to your router. Ping Test: The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping. Ping Results: The results of your ping attempts will be displayed here. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 84
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    The list of schedules will be listed here. Click the List: Edit icon to make changes or click the Delete icon to remove the schedule. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 85
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    the router. Wireless LAN: Displays the wireless MAC address and your wireless settings such as SSID and Channel. LAN Computers: Displays computers and devices that are connected to the router via Ethernet and that are receiving an IP address assigned by the router (DHCP). D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    latest events are retained. The Log option allows you to view the router logs. You can define what types of events you want to view contents. Link to Log Click to navigate to the Log Settings page. You Settings: can select the type of information displayed in the log. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 87
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    Section 3 - Configuration Statistics The screen below displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the DIR-685 on both the WAN and the LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 88
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    Sessions page displays full details of active Internet sessions through your router. An Internet session is a conversation between a program or application on a LAN-side computer and a is being tracked in case there are any retransmitted packets still pending. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 89
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    of idle time until the router considers the session terminated. The Reset or closed TCP connections. The connection does not close instantly so that lingering packets can pass or the connection can be re-established. 7800 seconds - Established or closing TCP connections. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    Section 3 - Configuration Wireless The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless clients. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 91
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    on your wireless router or access point. WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public-key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 93
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    click Wireless Connection Setup Wizard. Type your desired wireless network name (SSID). Automatically: Select this option to automatically generate the router's network key and click Next. Manually: Select this option to manually enter your network key and click Next. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    Section 4 - Security If you selected Automatically, the summary window will display your settings. Write down the security key and enter this on your wireless clients. Click Save to save your settings. If you selected Manually, the following screen will appear. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 95
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    Device with WPS. PIN: Select this option to use PIN method. In order to use this method, you must know the wireless client's eight digit PIN and click Connect. Push Button: Select this option to use PBC (Push Button) method to add a wireless client. Click Connect. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 96
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    phrase must be between 8-63 characters. 6. Click Save Settings to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA-PSK on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 97
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    DIR-685: 1. Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1). Click on Setup and then click Wireless Setup on the left side. 2. Click the Manual Wireless Connection Setup button. 3. Next to Security Mode Link DIR-685 User Manual 98
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    area. Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 99
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    . 1. Open the Windows Vista® Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower right corner of screen). Select Connect to a network. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 100
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    passphrase that is on your router and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 101
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    choose to click the Generate New PIN button or Reset PIN to Default button. If you are using third party software to set up Wi-Fi Protection, carefully follow the directions. When you are finished, proceed to the next section to set up the newly-configured router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 102
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    . Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 103
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    Open the Windows® XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 104
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    . Enter the WPA-PSK passphrase and click Connect. It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 105
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    The Router Statistics screen will display the following information: Wireless - The send and receive rate of your wireless traffic. Network - The send and receive rate of your network (LAN) traffic. Internet - The send and receive rate of your Internet (WAN) traffic. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 106
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    -685). Hardware Version - The hardware revision of the router. Firmware Version - The current firmware version of the router. System Up Time - Displays how long the router has been on. New Firmware - Displays if there is a new firmware available for upgrading the router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    the router has been connected to the Internet. MAC Address - The MAC address of the Internet port on the router. IP Address - The IP address of the router (Internet port). Subnet Mask - The subnet mask of the router. Gateway - The gateway IP address of the router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 108
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    (LAN). IP Address - The IP address of the router (LAN). Subnet Mask - The subnet mask of the router. DHCP Status - Displays if the DHCP server is enabled or disabled on the router. Cable Status Port 1/2/3/4 - Displays the connection status of each of the 4 LAN ports. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 109
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    Mode - Displays the encryption used on the host wireless network. Guest Zone Security Mode - Displays the encryption used on the guest wireless network. MAC Address - The wireless MAC address of the router. WPS PIN Number - The current WPS PIN number for the router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    . Available - The space available on the hard drive. Disk Health - Displays the hard drive health status. Disk Temp - Displays the temperature of the hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 111
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    Setup (WPS): PIN: Select this option to use PIN method. In order to use this method you must know the wireless client's eight digit PIN and click Connect. Push Button: Select this option to use PBC (Push Button) method to add a wireless client. Click Connect. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 112
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    Section 6 - LCD Screen Options Router Settings LCD Saving Settings The Adjust Display Sleep Time screen will appear. Use the left and right arrow buttons to want the clock displayed on the LCD screen when asleep. Select No to have the LCD screen off when asleep. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 113
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    , press the up arrow. You will be prompted to select Yes or No. Press the left button to select Yes and press the center button. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 114
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    , press the up arrow. You will be prompted to select Yes or No. Press the left button to select Yes and press the center button. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 115
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    images will appear. Select an image and press the center button. This will start the slideshow and will display all images in the selected folder. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 116
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    on your PC, enter http://dlink.framechannel.com 2. Click Get Started Now 3. Enter the Activation Code displayed to activate your router. Note: Your activation code can be found after you have selected FrameChannel on your router. Click Save & Continue to proceed. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 117
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    to agree to the FrameChannel's terms of service. Note: It is recommended to note down all your account information for future log-on purposes. Click Save & Continue to proceed. 5. Enter the remaining information for your account and click Save & Continue to proceed. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 118
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    Section 6 - LCD Screen Options 6. You may invite your friends to join or click I'm done! to enjoy your FrameChannel experience. 7. Once your account is active, you can select what channels you want to display on your frame. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 119
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    . Software firewalls such as Zone Alarm, Black Ice, Sygate, Norton Personal Firewall, and Windows® XP firewall may block access to the configuration pages. Check the help files included with your firewall software for more information on disabling or configuring it. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 120
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    to hold the button down for 10 seconds. Release the button and the router will go through its reboot process. Wait about 30 seconds to access the router. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. When logging in, the username is admin and leave the password box empty. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 121
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    95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows NT, 2000, and XP users type in cmd) and press Enter (or click OK). • Once the window opens, you will need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 122
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    Click on Setup and then click Manual Configure. • To change the MTU, enter the number in the MTU field and click Save Settings to save your settings. • Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 123
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    cards. Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 124
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    300 feet (see the illustration). With an outdoor access point, the signal can reach out up to 11 miles to serve places like manufacturing plants and other industrial facilities, college and high school campuses, airports, golf courses and many other outdoor venues. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 125
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    office, D-Link has wireless solutions to make it quick and easy. Home Let everyone at home share broadband Internet access and more Internet connection and printer with multiple computers • Remotely access your office network from home • No need to dedicate office space D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    make it a point to know every company's default passwords. By simply defining a new password, one that will certainly be easier for you to remember than the default, you will establish the protection you need to halt hackers from accessing your network or devices. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 127
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    appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves and televisions as far away from the access point as possible. This will significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause since they likely operate on the same frequency as your access point. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 128
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    an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An Ad-Hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless cardbus adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    . Some firewall software programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters. If you are connecting to a wireless network at a hotspot (e.g. hotel, coffee shop, airport), please contact an employee or administrator to verify their wireless network settings. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 130
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    Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1).The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DIR-685 User
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    a laptop to the network. DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) - A service that maps Internet domain name to a dynamic IP address as it changes. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A protocol that dynamically assigns IP address to devices on the network. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 132
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    that identifies the wireless network. USB (Universal Serial Bus) - A standard interface commonly used to connect peripheral devices to computers. VPN (Virtual Private Network) - Provides secured remote access to a network via the Internet by sending data in tunnels. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 133
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    Access) - A stronger and more secured encryption than WEP to prevent intruders from trying to connect to wireless networks. WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A type of LAN that uses high-frequency radio waves to communicate with devices rather than wires. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 134
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    Internet • LAN • Status • USB Operating Temperature • 32°F to 131°F ( 0°C to 55°C) Humidity • 95% maximum (non-condensing) * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications affect wireless signal range. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 135
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    asked questions and answers to technical issues. For customers within the United States: Phone Support: (877) 453-5465 Internet Support: http://support.dlink.com For customers within Canada: Phone Support: (800) 361-5265 Internet Support: http://support.dlink.com D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 136
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    the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware. All Hardware or part thereof that is replaced by D-Link, or for which the purchase price is refunded, shall become the property of D-Link upon replacement or refund. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 137
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    the customer in resolving any suspected defects with the product. If the product is considered defective, the customer must obtain a Return Material Authorization ("RMA") number by completing the RMA form and entering the assigned Case ID Number at https://rma.dlink.com/. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    shipping charges are prepaid by the customer. D-Link may reject or return any firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; and Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D-Link Link DIR-685 User Manual 139
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    from D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., as stipulated by the United States Copyright Act of 1976 and any amendments thereto. Contents are subject to change without prior notice. Copyright ©2009 by D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 140
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    accordance with the instructions, may cause firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. We declare that the product is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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    an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure limits specified for point-to-point and non point-to-point operation as appropriate, as stated in section A9.2(3). In addition, users should also be . D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 142
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    Appendix G - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.1 February 27, 2009 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 143
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