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  • Page 2: Preface

    D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Revision D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connect to Another Router ... 16 Getting Started ... 18 Configuration... 19 Web-based Configuration Utility ... 19 Setup Wizard ... 20 D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Table of Contents Manual Internet Connection Setup ... 24 Dynamic (Cable)... 25 PPPoE (DSL) ... 26 PPTP ...
  • Page 4 Server ... 75 ® BitTorrent Download Manager ... 76 Administrator Settings ... 77 Change Password ... 77 D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Remote Management ... 77 Time Settings ... 78 Log Settings ... 79 Email Settings ... 80 System Settings ... 81 Update Firmware ...
  • Page 5 Tips ... 127 Wireless Modes ... 129 Networking.Basics... 130 Check your IP address ... 130 Statically Assign an IP address ... 131 D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Glossary... 132 Technical.Specifications..135 Contacting.Technical.Support... 136 Warranty... 137 Registration..143...

  • Page 6: Product.overview

    Package Contents 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 7: System Requirements

    Network.Requirements Web-based.Configuration. Utility.Requirements CD.Installation.Wizard. Requirements D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual System 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 , Macintosh , or Linux-based operating system ® ®...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    ULTIMATE.PERFORMANCE The D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router is a draft 802.11n compliant device that delivers real world performance of up to 650% faster than an 802.11g wireless connection (also faster than a 100Mbps wired Ethernet connection). Create a secure wireless network to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your home.

  • Page 9: Features

    The performance of this 802.11n wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 650% faster than 802.11g. •.Compatible.with.802.11g.Devices - The DIR-685 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11g standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11g wireless adapters.

  • Page 10: Hardware Overview

    Eject.Button Press to eject the hard drive. Power.Receptor Receptor for the supplied power adapter. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Hardware Overview Connections USB.Ports Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to configure the wireless settings using WCN. You may also use the USB port(s) to...

  • Page 11: Front View

    Power.LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Hardware Overview Front View LCD.Screen The LCD screen will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. Touch.Pad Press the buttons (up, down, left, right, and center) to navigate through the options on the screen.

  • Page 12: Side View

    HDD.Bay Insert a 2.5” SATA hard drive. Unmount.Button Press the Unmount button before ejecting hard drive. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Hardware Overview Side View...

  • Page 13: 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 to control the LCD Screen as indicated below: Left.Button Use this button to scroll the HDD.Bay menu items on the LCD Screen Insert a 2.5”...
  • Page 14 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 15 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Leds

    The DIR-685 has LEDs for Power, WPS, and Hard Drive Status. See the table below for detailed information about the LEDs: LED.INDICATOR COLOR STATUS Power Blue Solid Blue Blinking Blue Blue Solid Blue Blue Blinking Blue Hard Drive Status Solid Blue Blinking Orange System is un-mounting the hard drive.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Internet. • When running the 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.

  • Page 18: Install/Remove Hard Drive

    Install/Remove Hard Drive D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual To.install.a.hard.drive: 1. Open the hard drive bay. The router can be powered on during installation. 2. Insert your hard drive into the bay with the label facing towards the back of the router.

  • Page 19: Wireless Installation Considerations

    1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 20: Connect To Cable/Dsl/Satellite Modem

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 21: Connect To Another Router

    Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before connecting the router to your network: • Disable UPnP ™...
  • Page 22 7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything into the Internet port of the D-Link router. 8. You may now use the other three LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router.

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Secton  - Installaton Getting Started The DIR-685 includes a Quick Router Setup Wizard CD. Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. Insert the Quick.Router.Setup.Wizard.CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in Windows XP.

  • Page 24: Configuration

    Secton  - Configuraton Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router ®...

  • Page 25: Setup Wizard

    Secton  - Configuraton Setup Wizard 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 26 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 27 Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP or Russian.PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 28 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Manual Internet Connection Setup

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 30: Dynamic (Cable)

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 31: Pppoe (Dsl)

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Setup...

  • Page 32: Pptp

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Setup PPTP...
  • Page 33 The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 34: L2Tp

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Setup L2TP...
  • Page 35 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Static (Assigned By Isp)

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Setup Static (assigned by ISP)

  • Page 37: 3G Usb Adapter

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Setup 3G USB Adapter...

  • Page 38: Russia Pptp (Dual Access)

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Setup Russia PPTP (Dual Access)
  • Page 39 Click the Manual radio button to specify that the Internet 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 40: Russia Pppoe (Dual Access)

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Setup Russia PPPoE (Dual Access)
  • Page 41 Click the Manual radio button to specify that the Internet 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 42: Wireless Settings

    If you want 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 43: Manual Wireless Settings

    802.11n.Only - Select 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Manual Wireless Settings...

  • Page 44: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 45 Wireless Channel: Indicates the channel setting for the DIR-685. By default the channel is set to 6. The Channel can be changed to fit the channel setting for an existing wireless network or to customize the wireless network. If you enable Auto.Channel.Scan, this option will be greyed out.

  • Page 46: Network Settings

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Network Settings...

  • Page 47: Dhcp Server Settings

    DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DIR-685 has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.” When you turn your computers on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the DIR-685.

  • Page 48: Dhcp Reservation

    DHCP IP Address Range. MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of the computer or device. Save: Click Save to save your entry. You must click Save. Settings at the top to activate your reservations. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual DHCP Reservation...

  • Page 49: Lcd Setup

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual LCD Setup...

  • Page 50: Port Forwarding

    Secton  - Configuraton Port Forwarding The DIR-685 can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network).
  • Page 51 The schedule of time when the Virtual Server Rule will be enabled. The schedule may be set to Always, which will allow the particular service to always be enabled. You can create your own times in the Tools > Schedules section. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 52: Application Rules

    These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of these applications work with the DIR-685. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, specify the port normally associated with an application in the “Trigger Port” field, select the protocol type as TCP or UDP, then enter the firewall (public) ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound traffic.

  • Page 53: Qos Engine

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual QoS Engine...

  • Page 54: Network Filter

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Network Filter...

  • Page 55: Website Filters

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Website Filters...

  • Page 56: Firewall Settings

    A firewall protects your network from the outside world. The D-Link DIR-685 offers a firewall type functionality. The SPI feature helps prevent cyber attacks. Sometimes you may want a computer exposed to the outside world for certain types of applications. If you choose to expose a computer, you can enable DMZ. DMZ is short for Demilitarized Zone.

  • Page 57: Firewall Rules

    Schedule: Use the Always drop-down menu to select a previously defined schedule or click on the New. Schedule button to add a new schedule. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 58: Routing

    A value 1 is the lowest cost and 16 is the highest cost. Interface: Select the interface that the IP packet must use to transit out of the router when this route is used. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Routing...

  • Page 59: Advanced Wireless Settings

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Advanced Wireless Settings...

  • Page 60: Advanced Network Settings

    WAN Ping: Unchecking the box will not allow the DIR-685 to respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Check the box to allow the WAN port to be “pinged”.

  • Page 61: Guest Zone

    IP octet of the first host in the range in the textbox on the left and the last IP octet of the last host in the range in the textbox on the right. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Guest Zone...
  • Page 62 Specify the length of time (in minutes) for the IP address lease in the DHCP Lease Time field. DHCP Client List for 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 63: Wake On Lan

    The Wake on LAN feature 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Wake on LAN...

  • Page 64: Disk Management

    The hard drive information such as size, Information: available space, used space, and 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 65: User / Groups

    Secton  - Configuraton 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.

  • Page 66: Group List

    Use the Group List section to view all the Groups setup on the DIR-685. The Group List section also allows you to delete groups that have been setup on the DIR-685. Carry out the following steps to delete an existing group: 2.

  • Page 67: Network Access

    No.(off). By default, Windows Vista with applications sharing files from the DIR-685, you may try to improve performance by setting Oplocks to.No.(off). D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Network Access has Oplocks enabled and cannot be disabled.
  • Page 68 Map Archive: When enabled, the file attribute ”Archive” 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.

  • Page 69: Network Access Lists

    Use the Network Access List section to view all the Network Access Lists that have been setup on the DIR-685. The Network Access List section also allows you to modify or delete Network Access Lists that have been setup on the DIR-685.

  • Page 70: Editing Existing Network Access Lists

    Carry out the following steps to edit a Network Access List: D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Storage Access Editing Existing Network Access Lists In the Network Access Lists section, click the Notepad icon next to the Network Access List you want to...
  • Page 71 Modify the required settings in the Network Access Settings section. Click the Save. Settings. button when you have changed the required settings. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 72: Deleting A Network Access List

    Carry out the following steps to delete a Network Access List: The following dialog box appears. Click the OK button to delete the Network Access List. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Users / Groups Deleting a Network Access List In the Network Access Lists section, click the Trash Can icon next to the network access list you want to delete.

  • Page 73: Ftp Server

    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 password and the data.

  • Page 74: Ftp Server Settings

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 75: Ftp Access List

    Use the FTP Access List section to view all the 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.

  • Page 76: Editing An Ftp Access List

    Carry out the following steps to edit a FTP Access List: D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Editing an FTP Access List In the FTP Access Lists section, click the Notepad icon next to the FTP Access List you want to edit.
  • Page 77 In the FTP Server Settings section, modify the required settings. Click the Save.Settings.button when you have changed the required settings. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 78: Deleting An Ftp Access List

    The following dialog box appears. Click the OK button to delete the FTP Access List. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Deleting an FTP Access List In the FTP Access List section, click the Trash. Can icon next to the FTP Access...

  • Page 79: Upnp Av Server

    The DIR-685 features a UPnP AV Server. This server provides the ability to stream photos, music and videos to UPnP AV compatible network media players. If the server is enabled, the DIR-685 will automatically be detected by UPnP AV compatible media players on your local network.

  • Page 80: Itunes ® Server

    The DIR-685 features an iTunes ® the local network running iTunes. If the server is enabled, the DIR-685 will be automatically detected by the iTunes program and the music and videos contained in the specified directory will be available to stream over the network.

  • Page 81: Bittorrent Download Manager

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual BitTorrent Download Manager...

  • Page 82: Administrator Settings

    (Internet) host. Remote Admin The port number used to access the DIR-685. Port: Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 where x.x.x.x is the Internet IP address of the DIR-685 and 8080 is the port used for the Web-Management interface. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Administrator Settings...

  • Page 83: Time Settings

    Select an NTP server from the drop-down menu. 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.

  • Page 84: 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 85: Email Settings

    Enable Check this box if your SMTP server requires Authentication: authentication. Account Name: Enter your account for sending email. Password: Enter the password associated with the account. Re-type the password associated with the account. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Email Settings...

  • Page 86: System Settings

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual System Settings...

  • Page 87: Update Firmware

    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.

  • Page 88: Dynamic Dns

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Dynamic DNS...

  • Page 89: System Check

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 90: Schedules

    Save Settings at the top for your schedules to go into effect. Schedule Rules 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Schedules...

  • Page 91: Device Information

    This page displays the current information for the DIR-685. It will display the LAN, WAN (Internet), and Wireless information. If your Internet connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address, then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed.

  • Page 92: Log

    Click to view the next page. Clear: Clears all of the log 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 93: Statistics

    Secton  - Configuraton 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.

  • Page 94: Internet Sessions

    LA:.Last.ACK -- Waiting for a short time while a connection that was in Close Wait is fully closed. CL:.Closed -- The connection is no longer active but the session is being tracked in case there are any retransmitted packets still pending. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Internet Sessions...
  • Page 95 300.seconds - UDP connections. 240.seconds - 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 96: Wireless

    Secton  - Configuraton 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 97: Support

    Secton  - Configuraton Support D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 98: Wireless.security

    8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. This key must be the exact same key entered 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.

  • Page 99: Wireless Connection Setup Wizard

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 100 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 101: Add Wireless Device With Wps Wizard

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 102: Configure Wpa-Personal (Psk)

    Configure WPA-Personal (PSK) It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless router before your wireless network adapters. Please establish wireless connectivity before enabling encryption. Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead. 1..Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).

  • Page 103: Configure Wpa/Wpa2 (Eap)

    Your wireless signal may degrade when enabling encryption due to the added overhead. You can configure the DIR-685 to use the 802.1x protocol by enabling the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). Carry out the following steps to configure EAP on the DIR-685: 1..Log into the web-based configuration by opening a web browser...

  • Page 104: Connect.to.a.wireless.network

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 105: Configure Wireless Security

    Configure Wireless Security It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.
  • Page 106 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 107: Connect Using Wcn 2.0 In Windows Vista

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 108: Using Windows ® Xp

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 109: Configure Wpa-Psk

    It is recommended to enable encryption on your wireless router or access point before configuring your wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the passphrase being used. 1..Open the Windows XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking ®...
  • Page 110 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 111: Lcd.screen.options

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 112: General Router Info

    Secton 6 - LCD Screen Optons Status General Router Info The General.Router.Information screen will display the following information: Model.Name - The model of the router (DIR-685). Hardware.Version - The hardware revision of the router. Firmware.Version - The current firmware version of the router.

  • Page 113: Internet Status

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 114: Wired Status

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 115: Wireless Status

    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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 116: Hard Disk Status

    Used - The amount of space used on the hard drive. 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 117: 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 118: Clock Display Setting

    To save your settings, 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. Clock Display Setting Select Yes if you want the clock displayed on the LCD screen when asleep. Select No to have the LCD screen off when asleep. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 119: Lcd Luminance Settings

    To save your settings, 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 120: Hard Drive Saving Settings

    To save your settings, 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 121: Photos

    Select the image or folder that contains the images you want to display on the LCD screen and press the center button. Thumbnails of all the available 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 122: Framechannel

    ® your photo sharing sites. Your DIR-685 will display the instructions to set up a FrameChannel account. On the DIR-685 select FrameChannel. and then press the center button. For more details, follow the steps below: 1. Using the web browser on your PC, enter http://dlink.framechannel.com 2.
  • Page 123 4. Enter your account information. Read and check the checkbox 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 124 Secton 6 - LCD Screen Optons 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    1..Why.am.I.unable.to.access.the.web-based.configuration.utility? When entering the IP address of the D-Link router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself.
  • Page 126 • Close your web browser (if open) and open it. • Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your D-Link router in the address bar. This should open the login page for web management.
  • Page 127 95, 98, and Me users type in command (Windows NT, 2000, and XP users type in cmd) and • Windows ® 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 128 • 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 129: Wireless.basics

    Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.

  • Page 130: What Is Wireless

    A true designer and manufacturer, D-Link is an award-winning worldwide leader in networking products for home and business. D-Link has been at the forefront of Wi-Fi technology since it was first launched in 2000. D-Link delivers the networking performance you need at a price you can afford.
  • Page 131 With wireless data transfer speeds now rivaling wired connection speeds, wireless technology’s popularity has grown from being a convenience to the home networking solution of choice. Whether you want to set up a network at your home or small office, D-Link has wireless solutions to make it quick and easy. Home Let everyone at home share broadband Internet access and more •...

  • Page 132: Tips

    More and more public facilities are providing wireless access to attract and keep customers. Wireless connections in public places are popularly known as “hot spots.” D-Link Wireless Notebook Adapters let you access the Internet through hot spots in remote locations like airports, hotels, coffee shops, libraries, restaurants and convention centers.
  • Page 133 Further secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on your router or access point. D-Link’s easy set-up wizards walk you through every step of the installation process, including choosing your level of security. After your initial installation, D-Link’s browser-based interfaces make it easy to review or change your settings.

  • Page 134: Wireless Modes

    • Ad-Hoc – Directly connecting to another computer, for peer-to-peer communication, using wireless network adapters on each computer, such as two or more DIR-685 wireless network Cardbus adapters. An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point.

  • Page 135: Networking.basics

    Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below: Click on Start >...

  • Page 136: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    2000 - From the desktop, right-click My.Network.Places > Properties. ® Step.2 Right-click on the Local.Area.Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties. Step.3 Highlight Internet.Protocol.(TCP/IP) and click Properties. Step.4 Click Use.the.following.IP.address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as your network or the LAN IP address on your router.

  • Page 137: Glossary

    Cardbus.Network.Adapter - A device that connects 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 138 SSID.(Service.Set.Identifier) - A network name 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 139 WPA.(Wi-Fi.Protected.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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 140: Technical.specifications

    * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and Draft 802.11n specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual Safety.&.Emissions • FCC •...

  • Page 141: Contacting.technical.support

    • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the router (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the router). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues.

  • Page 142: Warranty

    Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 143 Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link;...
  • Page 144 • The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery (“COD”) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt.
  • Page 145 RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT.
  • Page 146 The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...
  • Page 147 2) Ce périphérique doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les interférences pouvant perturber le bon fonctionnement de ce périphérique. The Class [B] digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulation. Cet appareil numerique de la class [B] respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada. D-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

  • Page 148: Registration

    Appendx G - Regstraton 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-Lnk DIR-685 User Manual...

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