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... 11 Installation 12 Before you Begin 12 Install/Remove Hard Drive 13 Wireless Installation Considerations 14 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 15 Connect to Another Router 16 Getting Started 18 Configuration 19 Web-based Configuration Utility 19 Setup Wizard 20 Manual Internet Connection Setup 24 Dynamic (Cable 25 PPPoE (DSL 26 PPTP 27 L2TP... 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
... 11 Installation 12 Before you Begin 12 Install/Remove Hard Drive 13 Wireless Installation Considerations 14 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 15 Connect to Another Router 16 Getting Started 18 Configuration 19 Web-based Configuration Utility 19 Setup Wizard 20 Manual Internet Connection Setup 24 Dynamic (Cable 25 PPPoE (DSL 26 PPTP 27 L2TP... 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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...Link DIR-685 User Manual Remote Management 77 Time Settings 78 Log Settings 79 Email Settings 80 System Settings 81 Update Firmware 82 Dynamic DNS 83 System Check 84 Schedules 85 Device Information 86 Log 87 Statistics 88 Internet Sessions 89 Wireless 91 Support 92 Wireless Security 93 What is WPA 93 Wireless Connection... Setup Wizard 94 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 96 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 97 Configure...
...Link DIR-685 User Manual Remote Management 77 Time Settings 78 Log Settings 79 Email Settings 80 System Settings 81 Update Firmware 82 Dynamic DNS 83 System Check 84 Schedules 85 Device Information 86 Log 87 Statistics 88 Internet Sessions 89 Wireless 91 Support 92 Wireless Security 93 What is WPA 93 Wireless Connection... Setup Wizard 94 Add Wireless Device with WPS Wizard 96 Configure WPA-Personal (PSK 97 Configure...
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... Ethernet connection). Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access, be able to protect your home. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for users who demand higher performance networking. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered by Xtreme N technology, this router...
... Ethernet connection). Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of the latest wireless security features to prevent unauthorized access, be able to protect your home. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for users who demand higher performance networking. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered by Xtreme N technology, this router...
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...applied content filtering based on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Configure your router to participate in real-time activities ...online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The Web-based user interface displays a number of hours or minutes. • Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - These filters can connect with other 802.11n wireless...
...applied content filtering based on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from IEEE Standard 802.11g, and Draft 802.11n specifications. Section 1 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Configure your router to participate in real-time activities ...online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The Web-based user interface displays a number of hours or minutes. • Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - These filters can connect with other 802.11n wireless...
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... the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. You may also use the USB port(s) to share on your network, or connect 3G USB adapters. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as printers, scanners, and USB external drive/thumb drives to connect devices such as computers, switches...
... the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. You may also use the USB port(s) to share on your network, or connect 3G USB adapters. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as printers, scanners, and USB external drive/thumb drives to connect devices such as computers, switches...
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Touch Pad Press the buttons (up, down, left, right, and center) to the power supply. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. Refer to page 8. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. LCD Screen The LCD screen will blink during broadcast.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Touch Pad Press the buttons (up, down, left, right, and center) to the power supply. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. Refer to page 8. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. LCD Screen The LCD screen will blink during broadcast.
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...Status - Displays the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, and the status of the Router. Displays the Model Name, Hardware Version, Firmware Version, and System Up Time of each Ethernet connection on the LCD Screen using the Touch Pad buttons: Time / Date - The WPS (Wi-...network via Push Button Configuration (PBC). Use the touch pad buttons to the router via a PIN number, or allows you to add a new wireless device to select the desired option. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual The router displays the date and time when the device has been left idle for the ...
...Status - Displays the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, and the status of the Router. Displays the Model Name, Hardware Version, Firmware Version, and System Up Time of each Ethernet connection on the LCD Screen using the Touch Pad buttons: Time / Date - The WPS (Wi-...network via Push Button Configuration (PBC). Use the touch pad buttons to the router via a PIN number, or allows you to add a new wireless device to select the desired option. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual The router displays the date and time when the device has been left idle for the ...
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Section 1 - Product Overview Photos - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 10 The Photos screen allows you can register the DIR-685 on the FrameChannel website and view the pictures associated with your FrameChannel account on a USB Storage device connected to the Router. FrameChannel - Use the FrameChannel window to obtain an activation code so that you to view photos that are stored on the internal hard drive or on the LCD Screen.
Section 1 - Product Overview Photos - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 10 The Photos screen allows you can register the DIR-685 on the FrameChannel website and view the pictures associated with your FrameChannel account on a USB Storage device connected to the Router. FrameChannel - Use the FrameChannel window to obtain an activation code so that you to view photos that are stored on the internal hard drive or on the LCD Screen.
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... some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet). • If you have disconnected any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in an attic or garage. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet...
... some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet). • If you have disconnected any PPPoE software such as a closet, cabinet, or in an attic or garage. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet...
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... solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the number, thickness and location of at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines:...wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 14 A wall that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless connection...
... solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the range.Typical ranges vary depending on range. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the number, thickness and location of at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines:...wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 14 A wall that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from virtually anywhere within the operating range of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your wireless connection...
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... configure your modem. Do not plug the power adapter into the Internet port on your router. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer and place it into the router. 2. Wait about 30 seconds for the modem to your modem) from your computer to boot (about 30 seconds). 6. Turn on ... the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. If there is no on/off on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Plug an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the router. Plug the other end into one of the four LAN ports on your modem. Wait for the...
... configure your modem. Do not plug the power adapter into the Internet port on your router. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer and place it into the router. 2. Wait about 30 seconds for the modem to your modem) from your computer to boot (about 30 seconds). 6. Turn on ... the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. If there is no on/off on the router. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Plug an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the router. Plug the other end into one of the four LAN ports on your modem. Wait for the...
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...• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network. The LAN ports on your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to do anything ...is between 2 and 254). (Please see the Networking Basics section for more information). D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Section 2 - Plug the power into the router. Connect one of the router in which case you need to receive an IP address automatically in the future. Make ...
...• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your network. The LAN ports on your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will not have to do anything ...is between 2 and 254). (Please see the Networking Basics section for more information). D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 Uncheck the Enable UPnP checkbox. Section 2 - Plug the power into the router. Connect one of the router in which case you need to receive an IP address automatically in the future. Make ...
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... other three LAN ports to your network. 7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Refer to your other Ethernet devices and computers. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 17 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting...
... other three LAN ports to your network. 7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the D-Link router. 8. Refer to your other Ethernet devices and computers. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 17 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to the Configuration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting...
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D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 20 Section 3 - Refer to enter your router. Configuration Setup Wizard You may click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Connection Wizard and skip to the Manual Internet Configuration Setup section. If you want to the next page.
D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 20 Section 3 - Refer to enter your router. Configuration Setup Wizard You may click Internet Connection Setup Wizard to quickly configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Internet Connection Wizard and skip to the Manual Internet Configuration Setup section. If you want to the next page.
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Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 21 Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - 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 Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Section 3 - Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue.
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If you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP ... PPPoE, enter your PPTP username and password. If you may need to enter the MAC address of the Router and may be changed. The default host name is the device name of the computer that computer, click ...The Host Name is no longer needed and will not work through a router. The software is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your modem. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 22 Section 3 -
If you are currently using that was last connected directly to continue. Select Static if your ISP assigned you selected PPTP ... PPPoE, enter your PPTP username and password. If you may need to enter the MAC address of the Router and may be changed. The default host name is the device name of the computer that computer, click ...The Host Name is no longer needed and will not work through a router. The software is optional but may be required by some ISPs. Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your modem. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 22 Section 3 -
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Section 3 - If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet provider. Click Next to connect. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 23 Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your Internet connection. Click Connect to test your settings. It may take a few tries to initially connect to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your L2TP username and password. Click Next to the Internet.
Section 3 - If you selected L2TP, enter your Internet provider. Click Next to connect. Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 23 Please allow 1-2 minutes to continue. Close your browser window and reopen it to save your Internet connection. Click Connect to test your settings. It may take a few tries to initially connect to continue. Configuration If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your L2TP username and password. Click Next to the Internet.
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Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Connection Setup Access Point Check the Enable Access Point Mode checkbox Mode: if you want to the Internet. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 24 Internet Use the My Internet Connection is drop-down Connection menu to select the mode that the router should Type: use to connect to disable NAT on the router and turn it into an Access Point.
Section 3 - Configuration Manual Internet Connection Setup Access Point Check the Enable Access Point Mode checkbox Mode: if you want to the Internet. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 24 Internet Use the My Internet Connection is drop-down Connection menu to select the mode that the router should Type: use to connect to disable NAT on the router and turn it into an Access Point.
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...Manual Configuration Dynamic (Cable) My Internet Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Select this option if your ISP does not give you change the MTU for Cable modem services. you may be required by ... . MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - The default MTU is set to obtain IP Address Connection: information automatically from your ISP. DNS Addresses: Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by some ISPs. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is 1500. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 25 Section 3 -
...Manual Configuration Dynamic (Cable) My Internet Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to the Internet port's physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. Select this option if your ISP does not give you change the MTU for Cable modem services. you may be required by ... . MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - The default MTU is set to obtain IP Address Connection: information automatically from your ISP. DNS Addresses: Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by some ISPs. MAC Address: The default MAC Address is 1500. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 25 Section 3 -
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...services. It is maintained during which the Internet connection is not recommended that you with your Ethernet card. Connection: Address Mode: Select Static if your PPPoE username. Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 26 Username: Enter your ISP assigned...Maximum Transmission Unit - you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Your ISP will not work through a router. This option is set to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box....
...services. It is maintained during which the Internet connection is not recommended that you with your Ethernet card. Connection: Address Mode: Select Static if your PPPoE username. Reconnect Mode: Select either Always-on the Broadband Router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 26 Username: Enter your ISP assigned...Maximum Transmission Unit - you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses. Your ISP will not work through a router. This option is set to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box....