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... subsidiaries in part, without obligation 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
... subsidiaries in part, without obligation 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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... 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... 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... 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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... 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 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...
... 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 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...
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...Clock 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 Manual iv
...Clock 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 Manual iv
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D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Section 1 - 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.
D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Section 1 - 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.
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... Service Pack 2 or Vista • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Section 1 - 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 Section 1 - 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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... IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. In addition, this Xtreme N Storage Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for use the best possible encryption method...
... IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. In addition, this Xtreme N Storage Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to use in bigger homes and for users who demand higher performance networking. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual TOTAL COVERAGE Provides greater wireless signal rates even at farther distances for use the best possible encryption method...
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... than 802.11g. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. Environmental conditions will vary. The DIR-685 is accessible to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11g Devices - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual This capability allows users to be scheduled to participate in...the DIR-685 lets you the freedom of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with existing 802.11g wireless adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-685 ...
... than 802.11g. • Compatible with other 802.11n wireless clients. Environmental conditions will vary. The DIR-685 is accessible to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11g Devices - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual This capability allows users to be scheduled to participate in...the DIR-685 lets you the freedom of this 802.11n wireless router gives you control what information is still fully compatible with existing 802.11g wireless adapters. • Advanced Firewall Features - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-685 ...
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USB Ports Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to eject the hard drive. Eject Button Press 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. Internet Port ...port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. 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...
USB Ports Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to eject the hard drive. Eject Button Press 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. Internet Port ...port is the connection for the supplied power adapter. Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to the cable or DSL modem. 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...
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Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. 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. Section 1 - WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Refer to page 8.
Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. 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. Section 1 - WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Refer to page 8.
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D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 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 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.
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... on some basic settings. Left Button UHsDeDthBisaybutton to the previous LCD menu. Section 1 - This button also acts as a slideshow onUstheethLeC.D Screen. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview Using the LCD Screen The DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used to the left. to display router statistics and change some LCD menus.
... on some basic settings. Left Button UHsDeDthBisaybutton to the previous LCD menu. Section 1 - This button also acts as a slideshow onUstheethLeC.D Screen. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview Using the LCD Screen The DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used to the left. to display router statistics and change some LCD menus.
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... an existing network via a PIN number, or allows you to add a new wireless device to select the desired option. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 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 Time, MAC Address, IP Address...
... an existing network via a PIN number, or allows you to add a new wireless device to select the desired option. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 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 Time, MAC Address, IP Address...
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D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 10 Product Overview Photos - 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 - 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 -
D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 10 Product Overview Photos - 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 - 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 -
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Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs The DIR-685 has LEDs for detailed information about the LEDs: LED INDICATOR Power WPS Hard Drive Status COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION Blue Off Solid Blue The device is ... table below for Power, WPS, and Hard Drive Status. System is ready to be removed safely. Off WPS is un-mounting the hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 11 Blue Blinking Blue Solid Blue WPS has been triggered and is idle. Off No hard drive detected. Hard drive has been detected and is...
Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs The DIR-685 has LEDs for detailed information about the LEDs: LED INDICATOR Power WPS Hard Drive Status COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION Blue Off Solid Blue The device is ... table below for Power, WPS, and Hard Drive Status. System is ready to be removed safely. Off WPS is un-mounting the hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 11 Blue Blinking Blue Solid Blue WPS has been triggered and is idle. Off No hard drive detected. Hard drive has been detected and is...
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... an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from the D-Link CD, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your computer or you will walk you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • ...back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to the Internet port on the router, and then turn off your modem. Do not place the router in an attic or garage. Section 2 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Before you through the installation process.
... an enclosed area such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from the D-Link CD, make sure you disable or uninstall any hardware, re-connect your computer or you will walk you Begin • Please configure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. • ...back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to the Internet port on the router, and then turn off your modem. Do not place the router in an attic or garage. Section 2 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Before you through the installation process.
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The router can be hot. Once the unmount button is amber/orange, press the eject button located on during installation. 2. Open the hard drive bay. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual To remove a hard drive: Warning: Do NOT eject the hard drive without pressing the unmount button below the hard drive bay. .... 13 The Detect Hard Drive Success message will appear. Insert your hard drive into the bay with the label facing towards the back of the router. 3. Open the hard drive bay door. 2. Use caution when handling. 4. Section 2 - Press the center button to continue. Caution: Hard ...
The router can be hot. Once the unmount button is amber/orange, press the eject button located on during installation. 2. Open the hard drive bay. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual To remove a hard drive: Warning: Do NOT eject the hard drive without pressing the unmount button below the hard drive bay. .... 13 The Detect Hard Drive Success message will appear. Insert your hard drive into the bay with the label facing towards the back of the router. 3. Open the hard drive bay door. 2. Use caution when handling. 4. Section 2 - Press the center button to continue. Caution: Hard ...
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... a difference. Section 2 - Keep the number of walls or ceilings is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 14 The key to maximizing wireless range is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that is minimized. 2. Be aware of at a 45-degree angle appears to a minimum - A solid metal door...
... a difference. Section 2 - Keep the number of walls or ceilings is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 14 The key to maximizing wireless range is to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that is minimized. 2. Be aware of at a 45-degree angle appears to a minimum - A solid metal door...
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... unplug the modem's power adapter. Wait about 30 seconds for the modem to boot. 7. Place the router in your router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Wait for the router to boot (about 30 seconds). 6. If there is no on the router. Plug the other end into the Internet port on or plug in an open and central...
... unplug the modem's power adapter. Wait about 30 seconds for the modem to boot. 7. Place the router in your router. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Wait for the router to boot (about 30 seconds). 6. If there is no on the router. Plug the other end into the Internet port on or plug in an open and central...
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...access the configuration utility of your network. Click on your network. Section 2 - Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of the router in the future. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 In most cases, your computer's IP settings back to an available address on ... network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do anything to do the following before making any changes. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server...
...access the configuration utility of your network. Click on your network. Section 2 - Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of the router in the future. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 In most cases, your computer's IP settings back to an available address on ... network: • Disable UPnP™ • Disable DHCP • Change the LAN IP address to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do anything to do the following before making any changes. Uncheck the Enable DHCP Server...