Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview......................................................... 3 Package Contents.................................................... 3 System Requirements.............................................. 3 Introduction............................................................... 4 Features.................................................................... 5 Hardware Overview.................................................. 6 Front View.......................
Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents D-Link DNS-321 2-Bay Network Storage Enclosure CD-ROM with Manual and Software Quick Installation Guide Power Adapter CAT5 Ethernet Cable Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with the DNS-321 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DNS-321 2-Bay Network Storage Enclosure shares your documents, photos, music, and videos across the network and on the Internet (via FTP server) so family members, friends, or employees can access them. This enclosure, which can hold two 3.5” SATA hard drives of any capacity1, creates a central network point for backing up valuable files. The built-in RAID 12 mirroring technology protects these files from drive failure.
Section 1 - Product Overview Features The DNS-321 is designed for easy installation and allows remote access to important data via LAN or WAN: 1 2 3 4 Two Hard Drive Bays for 3.
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Power Button Drive Light Drive Light Network Activity Light Power Button: Press once to power on the DNS-321. Press and hold the button until it begins to blink to power down the DNS-321. Drive Light: These lights will be solid BLUE when drives are connected but inactive. The lights will blink when the drives are being accessed, formatted or synchronized. They will illuminate AMBER if a drive has failed.
Section 1 - Product Overview Rear Panel (Connections) Drive Eject Lever Drive Eject Lever Power Receptacle Power Receptacle: The supplied power adapter connects here. Ethernet Port Reset Button Ethernet Port: A Gigabit Ethernet port that connects the DNS-321 to a network. Drive Eject Lever: Use the provided levers to eject the hard drives. The front panel must be removed before ejecting the drives.
Section 2 - Installation Installation Hardware Setup This section provides installation information for the DNS-321. To install the DNS-321 on your local network, refer to the steps below: 1. Slide the faceplate up until it unlatches from the device. 2. Once the faceplate is unlatched, pull it off the device, exposing the drive bays.
Section 2 - Installation 3. Insert a 3.5” SATA hard drive into an available drive bay. Make sure to align the drive connector to the SATA connector on the bottom edge inside the drive bay of the DNS-321. Gently push the drive in until it connects. When a drive is inserted properly, you will feel it “seat” into the connector. Some hard drives that are thin or oddly shaped may need to be guided carefully into position.
Section 2 - Installation 5. Connect an Ethernet cable to the available Ethernet port. This cable should connect the DNS-321 to your local network via a router or switch, or directly to a computer for configuration. 6. Connect the power adapter to the power receptacle.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuration Easy Search Utility When first powered on, during the initial boot sequence, the DNS-321 will wait to be assigned an IP address via DHCP. If it does not receive a DHCP assigned IP address, by default it will have a self-assigned IP address of 192.168.0.32. It is recommended to use the included D-Link Easy Search Utility when accessing and configuring the DNS-321 for the first time.
Section 3 - Configuration Getting Started To run the Easy Search Utility, insert the DNS-321 CD into your CD-ROM drive: Click Easy Search Utility. Highlight an available DNS-321 and click Configuration to access the web-based utility.
Section 3 - Configuration The Login screen will appear: Type admin for the username and leave the password field blank. Click Configuration When logging into the DNS-321 for the first time, you will be asked to choose a drive configuration type and format the drives.There are four options: Standard, JBOD, RAID 0 and RAID 1. Standard configures each disk as a separate volume, while JBOD combines both disks into a single volume. See page 47 for more details on using the RAID configurations.
Section 3 - Configuration When prompted to configure the Hard Drive Settings: Select the type of hard drive configuration, Standard, JBOD, RAID 0 or RAID 1. A warning message appears informing you that your drives will be formatted and all data will be erased. Click OK to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration When formatting of the drive completes, the DNS-321 will prompt the user to restart. A restart countdown screen will appear, and when the restart is complete, the login screen will appear: Press OK to restart the DNS-321. Type admin for the username and leave the password field blank. Click Configuration Note: After logging in to the DNS-321 for the first time it is recommended to add a password to the admin account. (See page 39 for details.
Section 3 - Configuration After login, you will be redirected to the DNS-321 web UI: D-Link DNS-321 User Manual 16
Section 3 - Configuration Web UI The DNS-321 web UI defaults to the Setup page. The main categories for configuration are located in the menu tabs at the top of the page. These categories include: Setup - Contains the DNS-321 setup wizard, as well as the LAN configuration settings and device settings. Advanced - Allows the DNS-321 administrator to configure users, groups of users and their storage quotas.
Section 3 - Configuration Setup Wizard The DNS-321 has a setup Wizard that allows you to quickly configure some of the basic device settings. When running the DNS-321 setup wizard, the welcome screen details the five steps of the wizard. Click Next to continue. It is recommended you set an admin password here. Enter the new password and re-enter it for confirmation. Click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Set the appropriate Time Zone and click Next to continue. Edit or change the DNS-321 LAN information, or keep the current settings, click Next to continue.
Section 3 - Configuration Enter a workgroup, name, and description for the DNS-321, or leave the default values and click Next to continue. When the wizard completes, click Back to go back and make changes or click Restart to restart the DNS-321 and save the configuration. While the DNS-321 is restarting, a countdown screen will appear.
Section 3 - Configuration When the login prompt appears, login using the new administrator password.
Section 3 - Configuration LAN The Local Area Network settings for the DNS-321 can be configured on the LAN page. Link Speed The LAN Link Speed is set to Auto by default, but can be manually set to 100Mbps or 1000Mbps. DHCP Client Selecting DHCP Client will cause the DNS-321 to obtain an IP address from the local DHCP server, such as your router. Static IP Selecting Static IP requires you to assign the IP information for the DNS-321 manually.
Section 3 - Configuration Device Settings The device settings page allows you to assign a workgroup, name and description to the DNS-321. Workgroup Assign a workgroup name to the DNS-321. Name Assign a unique name to the DNS-321. The name can be used to access the device from a web browser instead of using the IP address. For example, http://dlink-xxxxxx. This is useful if there is more than one DNS-321 on the network.
Section 3 - Configuration Advanced Users/Groups The Users/Groups menu is used to create and manage user and group accounts. Up to 64 users and 10 groups can be created. By default, all users have read and write access to all folders but access rules can be created in the Network Access menu.
Section 3 - Configuration The user is now listed in the Users in group list. To delete a user from a group, under Group Setting: • Select the group • Highlight the user to be removed • Click the <
Section 3 - Configuration Quotas The DNS-321 supports storage quotas for both groups and individual users. Assigning a quota to a group or user will limit the amount of storage they are allocated. By default, users and groups do not have a quota. User Quota Settings User quotas are displayed here. Quotas can be edited by clicking on the notepad icon. Group Quota Settings Group quotas are displayed here. Quotas can be edited by clicking on the notepad icon.
Section 3 - Configuration Configuring Quotas By default, all users and groups are displayed on the Quota Settings page and cannot be deleted. The default quota setting is “Unlimited”. To add a quota: Click the notepad icon of the user you want to add a quota. Set a quota amount (MB) for the user and click Apply.
Section 3 - Configuration The user, amount of used storage, and storage limit are displayed. Click Enabled to turn quota function on. Once enabled, the status will change to Started.
Section 3 - Configuration Network Access The Network Access settings allow you to assign users and groups access rights to specific folders or volumes. By default, all volumes are open to anyone with read/write access on the local network. Before specific user or group rules can be created, the default rules must be deleted. Network Access Assign permissions for users and groups on the Settings local network here. Category Determines whether the access rule will apply to a group or an individual user.
Section 3 - Configuration Map Archive Comment Network Access List When enabled, the file attribute ”Archive” will be copied as the file is being stored on the DNS-321. Certain backup software attach this attribute to files that are being stored as backups. Enter a comment for reference or description of the rule. Lists all defined access rules.
Section 3 - Configuration FTP Server The DNS-321 is equipped with a built in FTP Server. The server is easy to configure and allows users access to important data whether they are on the local network or at a remote location. The FTP server can be configured to allow user access to specific directories, and will allow up to 10 users to access the DNS-321 simultaneously. FTP Account Settings This section contains the user and group configuration settings for access to the FTP folder to the DNS-321.
Section 3 - Configuration FTP Server Settings Max User Set the maximum amount of users that can connect to the FTP server. Idle Time Set the amount of time a user can remain idle before being disconnected. Port Set the FTP port. Default is 21. Flow Control Allow you to limit the amount of bandwidth available for each user. Client Language Most standard FTP clients like Windows FTP, only support Western European codepage when transferring files.
Section 3 - Configuration If you are behind a router, you will need to forward the FTP port from the router to the DNS-321. Additional filtering and firewall settings may need to be modified on your router to allow FTP Access to the DNS-321 from the Internet. Once the port has been forwarded on the router, users from the internet will access the FTP server through the WAN IP address of the router.
Section 3 - Configuration UPnP AV Server The DNS-321 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 DNS-321 will be automatically detected by UPnP AV compatible media players on your local network. UPnP AV Server Select Enable or Disable to enable or disable the DNS-321 UPnP AV server. Folder Specifies the folder or directory that will be shared by the UPnP AV server.
Section 3 - Configuration iTunes Server The DNS-321 features an iTunes Server. This server provides the ability to share music and videos to computers on the local network running iTunes. If the server is enabled, the DNS-321 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. iTunes Server Select Enable or Disable to enable or disable the DNS-321 iTunes server.
Section 3 - Configuration After enabling the iTunes server on the DNS-321, launch iTunes. In your iTunes utility, select the DNS-321 and enter the iTunes server password if required. Select the DNS-321. When prompted, enter in the iTunes server password. Click OK. Media stored on the DNS-321 will then be available for use in iTunes.
Section 3 - Configuration DHCP Server The DNS-321 can be used as a DHCP Server. As a DHCP server, it can be used to serve IP addresses to devices on your local network. However, this feature should not be enabled if you already have a DHCP server, such as a router on your local network. DHCP Server Enable or Disable the DNS-321 DHCP Server. Starting IP Address Enter the starting IP address for the range of addresses assigned by the DHCP server.
Section 3 - Configuration LLTD The DNS-321 supports LLTD (Link Layer Topology Discovery) and is used by the Network Map application that is included in Windows Vista™. LLTD Select to enable or disable LLTD on your DNS-321.
Section 3 - Configuration Tools Admin The Admin menu allows you to set a password for the admin account. It is recommended to set an admin account password when first configuring the DNS-321. User Name The administrator user name is admin, and this cannot be changed. Password Enter the current password. (Leave this blank if you have not set a password yet.) New Password Enter a new password. Confirm Password Enter the new password again for confirmation.
Section 3 - Configuration Time The DNS-321 Time page contains several different options for setting the device’s internal clock. It is important that accurate time is set so that scheduled backups and downloads will be accurate. Time Zone Select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Click Set Time after selecting your time zone. NTP Server Network Time Protocol (NTP) synchronizes the DNS-321 with an Internet time server. D-Link provides two time servers for your convenience.
Section 3 - Configuration System The DNS-321 System menu provides options for system restarts, saving and loading configuration settings, and idle times setting. Restart Click Restar t to reboot the DNS-321. Restore Defaults Click Restore to reset the DNS-321 to its factory default settings. This will erase all previous configuration changes. Shutdown Click Shutdown to turn off the DNS-321.
Section 3 - Configuration Firmware The DNS-321 Firmware menu makes it simple to check for new firmware releases and upload them to the device. Firmware Upgrade This section provides a link to check for new firmware on the D-Link support website. If a new firmware is available, download the file to your local computer. Current Firmware Info This section provides information about the current DNS-321 firmware.
Section 3 - Configuration E-Mail Alerts With the DNS-321 E-Mail Alerts, you can configure e-mails to be sent alerting you to certain operational conditions and drive status conditions. These alerts can prove helpful with the management and safeguarding of important data. Email Alert Settings This section contains the configuration settings for the your e-mail account and alert preferences. Once configured, use the Test E-Mail button to send a test e-mail and confirm your settings are correct.
Section 3 - Configuration E-Mail Alert Settings Login Method Select either Account or Anonymous. Choosing Anonymous does not require a User Name or Password. User Name Enter the appropriate user name for your e-mail account. Password Enter the appropriate password for your e-mail account. SMTP Server Enter the IP address or domain name of your outgoing mail server. If you are unsure of this value, contact your e-mail provider. Sender E-Mail Enter the “from” e-mail address (e.g. alerts@dns321.com).
Section 3 - Configuration E-Mail Alert Types Space Status Select an interval in hours and minutes to have a status of space remaining on the drives e-mailed. A Volume Is Full An alert will be sent when the hard drive is full. A Hard Drive Has Failed An alert will be sent if a critical error occurs on one of the drives. The Administrator Password Change An alert will be sent if the admin password is changed. Firmware has been Upgraded An alert will be sent if the firmware is upgraded.
Section 3 - Configuration Power Management The DNS-321 Power Management feature allows you to configure the drives to shut down while power remains constant to the device. The drives will power up again when data is accessed. Power Management E n a b l e o r D i s a b l e Po w e r Management on the DNS-321. Turn off Hard Drives Set the amount of idle time before the drives will shut down. Click Save Settings to activate and save your changes.
Section 3 - Configuration RAID The DNS-321 supports four different disk configuration types: Standard, where each drive is a unique volume, JBOD, which combines both drives in a linear fashion to create one volume, as well as RAID 0 and RAID 1. RAID Settings Click Set RAID Type and Re-Format to change the current drive configuration. All data will be lost on your hard drives when changing the drive configuration.
Section 3 - Configuration What is RAID? RAID, short for Redundant Array of Independent Disks, is a combination of two or more disks with the aim of providing fault tolerance and improving performance. There are several different levels of RAID, with each providing a different method of sharing or distributing data amongst the drives. The DNS-321 supports RAID levels 0 and 1. RAID 0 RAID 0 provides data striping, which spreads out blocks of data over both drives, but does not provide data redundancy.
Section 3 - Configuration DDNS The DDNS feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc…) using a domain name that you have purchased (www.whateveryournameis.com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. Most broadband Internet Service Providers assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses. Using a DDNS service provider, your friends can enter your domain name to connect to your server regardless your IP address. DDNS Select Enable or Disable.
Section 3 - Configuration Status Device Information LAN Info Displays the local network settings of the DNS-321. Device Info Displays the workgroup, name, description and current temperature of the DNS-321. Hard Drive Info Displays the hard drive information, including the disk mode, total size, used and remaining drive space.
Section 3 - Configuration Support The DNS-321 Support page provides a menu of Support topics explaining the features of the device.
Section 3 - Configuration Mapping a Drive You can use the D-Link Easy Search Utility to map drives to your computer. Insert the DNS-321 CD into your CD-ROM drive. Click Easy Search Utility. The Easy Search Utility will load and detect any DNS-321 devices that are on the local network. If the DNS-321 you are working with does not show up in the device list, click Refresh.
Section 3 - Configuration If the DNS-321 you are working with does not show up in the device list, click Refresh. Highlight an available DNS-321. Available volumes will be displayed under Drive Mapping. Highlight the volume you want to map. Select an available drive letter from the drop-down menu and click Connect. Once connected, your mapped drive(s) will appear in My Computer.
Section 3 - Configuration Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop. Double-click on the mapped drive to access the files and folders.
Section 3 - Configuration Download Scheduling The DNS-321 Download Scheduling feature allows you to schedule folder or file downloads and backup sessions. Begin by accessing the configuration page of the DNS-321: Click Easy Search Utility. Highlight an available DNS-321 and click Configuration to access the web-based utility.
Section 3 - Configuration The DNS-321 login screen will appear: Type admin for the username and leave the password field blank. Click Downloads The DNS-321 Download Scheduling configuration page will appear.
Section 3 - Configuration Schedule Downloads Scheduling Settings Configure download and backup schedules here. Schedule List The Schedule List will display all completed, active, and pending scheduled downloads and backups.
Section 3 - Configuration Scheduling Settings Login Method Select the appropriate login method to access the files for download. If the site requires login credentials, select Account and enter a valid username and password. Type Select File or Folder, depending on what you want to download or backup. URL Enter the URL of the site or server you are initiating a transfer from. E.g. ftp://123.456.789/Test ftp://123.456.789/test.txt http://www.test.com/test.
Section 3 - Configuration Replacing or Adding a New Hard Drive It is recommended that you backup your important files before replacing or adding a new hard drive to the DNS-321. Replacing a Hard Drive: Please make sure the power is off before replacing a hard drive. After you have installed the new drive, turn on the DNS-321 and then connect to the Web UI. The DNS-321 will prompt you to format the new drive (Standard, RAID 1 mode) or both drives (JBOD, RAID 0 mode).
Appendix A - Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by phone. Before you contact technical support, please have the following ready: • Model number of the product (e.g. DNS-321) • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the device (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the device).
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Appendix B - Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited Warranty: • Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor, and • Only for products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia, U.S. Possessions or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
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Appendix B - Warranty • After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the defective portion of the product and will not ship back any accessories.
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Appendix B - Warranty CE Mark Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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