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... this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. 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 such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
... this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. 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 such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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... View 7 Using the LCD Screen 8 LEDs 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... 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
... View 7 Using the LCD Screen 8 LEDs 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... 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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...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 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 WPA/WPA2 (EAP...
...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 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 WPA/WPA2 (EAP...
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... Display Setting 113 LCD Saving Settings 113 Router Settings 113 LCD Luminance Settings 114 Hard Drive Saving Settings 115 Photos 116 FrameChannel 117 Troubleshooting 120 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 ...
... Display Setting 113 LCD Saving Settings 113 Router Settings 113 LCD Luminance Settings 114 Hard Drive Saving Settings 115 Photos 116 FrameChannel 117 Troubleshooting 120 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 ...
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D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw 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. Section 1 -
D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw 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. Section 1 -
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... Service Pack 2 or Vista • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows®...
... Service Pack 2 or Vista • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the following : • Windows®...
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... Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router is designed for WPA™ and WEP standards ensure that delivers real world performance of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Support for use the best possible...
... Draft 802.11n specifications. ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router is designed for WPA™ and WEP standards ensure that delivers real world performance of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Actual data throughput will adversely affect wireless signal range. Support for use the best possible...
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... with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it can be scheduled to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to be active on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling - These filters can...Concurrent Sessions - Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or for a duration of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11g Devices - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
... with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it can be scheduled to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to be active on MAC Address, URL, and/or Domain Name. • Filter Scheduling - These filters can...Concurrent Sessions - Easily applied content filtering based on certain days or for a duration of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. This capability allows users to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11g Devices - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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Eject Button Press to configure the wireless settings using WCN. USB Ports Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to eject the hard drive. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original ... power adapter. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. You may also use the USB port(s) to connect devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as printers, scanners, and USB...
Eject Button Press to configure the wireless settings using WCN. USB Ports Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to eject the hard drive. Power Receptor Receptor for the Ethernet cable to its original ... power adapter. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. You may also use the USB port(s) to connect devices such as computers, switches, and hubs. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices such as printers, scanners, and USB...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Touch Pad Press the buttons (up, down, left, right, and center) to the power supply. LCD Screen The LCD screen will blink during broadcast. WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Refer to page 8. Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Touch Pad Press the buttons (up, down, left, right, and center) to the power supply. LCD Screen The LCD screen will blink during broadcast. WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Refer to page 8. Section 1 -
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Unmount Button Press the Unmount button before ejecting hard drive. Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View HDD Bay Insert a 2.5" SATA hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Section 1 -
Unmount Button Press the Unmount button before ejecting hard drive. Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View HDD Bay Insert a 2.5" SATA hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Section 1 -
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... open the selected menu. Product Overview Hardware Overview Using the LCD Screen The DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used to the previous LCD menu. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Center Button Use this button to return to display router statistics and change some LCD menus. to the right. This button also acts...
... open the selected menu. Product Overview Hardware Overview Using the LCD Screen The DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used to the previous LCD menu. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Center Button Use this button to return to display router statistics and change some LCD menus. to the right. This button also acts...
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... (PBC). Section 1 - The following screens can be viewed on the Router. Wireless Status - Displays information about the Hard Drive installed in the Setup > LCD Setup configuration screen. Router Statistics - Displays the Internet Connection Type, Cable Status, Network Status, Connection...bay including the amount of each Ethernet connection on the LCD Screen using the Touch Pad buttons: Time / Date - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Displays the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, and the status of available space, the make...
... (PBC). Section 1 - The following screens can be viewed on the Router. Wireless Status - Displays information about the Hard Drive installed in the Setup > LCD Setup configuration screen. Router Statistics - Displays the Internet Connection Type, Cable Status, Network Status, Connection...bay including the amount of each Ethernet connection on the LCD Screen using the Touch Pad buttons: Time / Date - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Displays the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, and the status of available space, the make...
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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 view photos that you to the Router. FrameChannel - Use the FrameChannel window to obtain an activation code so that are stored on the internal hard drive or on the LCD Screen. Product Overview Photos - Section 1 -
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 view photos that you to the Router. FrameChannel - Use the FrameChannel window to obtain an activation code so that are stored on the internal hard drive or on the LCD Screen. Product Overview Photos - Section 1 -
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... Blinking Blue Solid Blue WPS has been triggered and is idle. Hard drive has been detected and is processing. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs The DIR-685 has LEDs for 5 seconds. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 11 Off WPS is ready to be removed safely. WPS signal has been successfully established. Section 1 -
... Blinking Blue Solid Blue WPS has been triggered and is idle. Hard drive has been detected and is processing. Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs The DIR-685 has LEDs for 5 seconds. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 11 Off WPS is ready to be removed safely. WPS signal has been successfully established. Section 1 -
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Before you are running the CD from is very important. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Do not place the router in an attic or garage. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your ... able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You can only...
Before you are running the CD from is very important. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Section 2 - Do not place the router in an attic or garage. If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your ... able to connect to the Internet. • When running the Setup Wizard from the D-Link CD, make sure you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to the Internet port on the router, and then turn the modem back on your modem. • You can only...
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... drive into the bay with the label facing towards the back of the router. 3. Press the unmount button. 3. Section 2 - Installation Install/Remove Hard Drive To install a hard drive: 1. Push hard drive firmly in the bay. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual To remove a hard drive: Warning: Do NOT eject the ... Detect Hard Drive Success message will appear. Once the unmount button is amber/orange, press the eject button located on during installation. 2. The router can be hot. Press the center button to continue. Close the hard drive bay door. 5. Open the hard drive bay. Open the hard...
... drive into the bay with the label facing towards the back of the router. 3. Press the unmount button. 3. Section 2 - Installation Install/Remove Hard Drive To install a hard drive: 1. Push hard drive firmly in the bay. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual To remove a hard drive: Warning: Do NOT eject the ... Detect Hard Drive Success message will appear. Once the unmount button is amber/orange, press the eject button located on during installation. 2. The router can be hot. Press the center button to continue. Close the hard drive bay door. 5. Open the hard drive bay. Open the hard...
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...Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as far away from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your wireless network. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DIR-685... User Manual 14 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 ...
...Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the signal will degrade your network using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as far away from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your wireless network. Position devices so that generate RF noise. 5. Materials and objects such as possible. D-Link DIR-685... User Manual 14 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 ...
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... is no on your computer. 8. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to configure your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. Skip two pages to ...modem. Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug an Ethernet cable into the router. 2. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Turn on the router. Turn on /off on the router. 4. Do not plug the power adapter into one of the four LAN ports on or plug in an open...
... is no on your computer. 8. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to configure your computer. 5. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to boot (about 30 seconds for the modem to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds). 6. Skip two pages to ...modem. Turn the power off switch, then unplug the modem's power adapter. Plug an Ethernet cable into the router. 2. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Turn on the router. Turn on /off on the router. 4. Do not plug the power adapter into one of the four LAN ports on or plug in an open...
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... Basics section for more information). Click Setup and then click Network Settings. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of your existing settings before connecting the router to your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP •...write down your network. In most cases, your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you are connecting the D-Link router to Admin and leave the password box empty. The LAN ports on Advanced and then click Advanced Network....
... Basics section for more information). Click Setup and then click Network Settings. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 Use this new IP address to access the configuration utility of your existing settings before connecting the router to your network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP •...write down your network. In most cases, your computer's IP settings back to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you are connecting the D-Link router to Admin and leave the password box empty. The LAN ports on Advanced and then click Advanced Network....