D-Link DSM-G600 - MediaLounge Wireless G Network Storage Enclosure NAS... User manual

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DSM-G600 User’s Manual
D-Link Systems, Inc.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Package Contents ............................................................................ 4
Introduction ..................................................................................... 5
Features and Benefits ....................................................................... 6
Hardware Overview .......................................................................... 7
Hardware Installation ....................................................................... 9
Wireless Installation Considerations .............................................. 12
Windows® Connect Now (WCN) .................................................... 13
Connecting to a Wireless Network ................................................. 16
Mapping a Drive ............................................................................. 18
Using the Configuration Utility ....................................................... 21
Setup Wizard ............................................................................ 22
IP Settings ................................................................................ 28
Wireless Security ...................................................................... 29
Wireless Settings ...................................................................... 30
Client Mode .......................................................................... 31
WEP ................................................................................ 32
WPA-PSK ........................................................................ 33
Access Point Mode .............................................................. 34
WEP ................................................................................ 35
WPA-PSK ........................................................................ 36
WPA (RADIUS) ............................................................... 37
Device Settings ......................................................................... 38
User Creation ............................................................................ 39
Network Access ........................................................................ 40
FTP Server ................................................................................ 42
Performance ............................................................................. 46
UPnP AV ................................................................................... 47
Admin Password ....................................................................... 48
Time Server .............................................................................. 49
System Settings ........................................................................50
Upgrade Firmware .................................................................... 51
Disk Utility ................................................................................ 52
Email Alerts ............................................................................... 53

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Device Information ................................................................... 54
Help Screen .............................................................................. 55
Download Scheduling ...............................................................56
Scheduling Status ..................................................................... 59
Appendix A - Using the Easy Search Utility .................................... 60
Networking Basics ......................................................................... 61
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 67
Technical Specifications ................................................................. 68
Contacting Technical Support ........................................................ 70
Warranty ........................................................................................ 71
Registration ................................................................................... 74
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DSM-G600 User’s Manual
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Package Contents
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with
the DSM-G600 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Package Contents
 D-Link DSM-G600
Wireless Network Storage Enclosure
 CD-ROM with Manual and Software
 Ethernet (CAT5 UTP/Straight-Through) Cable
 12V DC 3A Power Supply
 Rubber Feet (4)
Minimum System Requirements
 Computer with Windows XP or 2000
 Internet Explorer version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator version 7.0 and above
 An internal 3.5” PATA/IDE hard drive and/or USB Hard Drive
 An 802.11g/b Wireless Network
 An available Ethernet port on the network*
* It is required that an Ethernet cable is used during initial setup. Once your wireless configuration is set,
you may disconnect the Ethernet cable and begin communicating wirelessly with your DSM-G600.

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DSM-G600 User’s Manual
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Introduction
Introduction
D-Link, an industry leader in networking, introduces the DSM-G600 Wireless G Network
Storage Enclosure. Connect your existing hard drives* to a home or office network
and create additional storage space with the DSM-G600 Wireless Network Storage
Enclosure. With the DSM-G600, you can conveniently share documents, files, and
digital media such as music, video, and photos with everyone on your home or office
network.
The DSM-G600 Wireless G Network Storage Enclosure can be used with an internal
3.5” PATA/IDE hard drive, giving you the flexibility of choosing the storage capacity
required for your network. And with two additional high-speed USB 2.0 ports, expand
your storage capabilities even further as your network needs grow by adding your own
external USB drives!
In addition, the DSM-G600 also functions as an Access Point. Create an 802.11g
wireless network when you attach the DSM-G600 to your wired router. This network
can be secured using WEP, WPA, or WPA-PSK encryption. With support for Windows®
Connect Now, you can simplify wireless configuration.
By adding your own hard drives to the DSM-G600 Wireless G Network Storage
Enclosure, conveniently store, retrieve, and share digital content with everyone on
your home or office network. As a central storage location for data, the DSM-G600 is
an organized solution for the network.
Free up disk space on the computer and organize data on your network with the
DSM-G600 Wireless G Network Storage Enclosure!
* Hard Drives not included

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Features and Benefits
Features and Benefits
Connect an Internal
and/or USB 2.0
hard drives on the
Network
Built-in FTP Server
Backup Function
Safely Add and
Remove USB Drives
Plug & Play
Web-based
Configuration Utility
Add extra storage space to your network! Connect a 3.5”
PATA/IDE hard drive and up to two stand-alone USB 1.1 or
2.0 hard drives or flash drives to the DSM-G600 and easily
have access to all stored files.
The DSM-G600 can be configured so that your internal/USB
drives are accessible over the Internet, making it convenient
to access your files, even when you’re away.
You can schedule the DSM-G600 to automatically create full
or incremental backups of important information from the
network.
The DSM-G600 does not require you to reboot the system
when adding USB drives to the network, thus eliminating
downtime. You can safely remove the USB drives using the
Dismount button on the back of the DSM-G600.
Through plug and play setup, installing the DSM-G600 into
your network has never been easier. Simply connect the
DSM-G600 to a 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet port on your
network router or switch, plug in USB hard drives or flash
drives, and configure additional setup options using the
Web-based configuration utility.
Additional setup options can be configured using the built-in
Web-based configuration utility including firmware upgrade,
user account management, folder management, scheduled
downloads, and DHCP/manual network settings.
802.11g Wireless
Connectivity
The DSM-G600 connects to your network using either Fast
Ethernet or 802.11g wireless. Wirelessly transfer data to and
from the DSM-G600 with a maximum wireless signal rate of
up to 54Mbps*. The DSM-G600 is also backward compatible
with 802.11b networks.
* Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g 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.

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Hardware Overview
Front Panel
Hardware Overview
LAN LED
Solid indicates an Ethernet
connection. Blinking indicates
traffic at the Ethernet port.
HDD LED
Indicates activity on the
internal hard drive.
Power LED
Solid indicates a connection
to a good power source.
Blinking indicates startup,
rebooting, or formatting.
USB LED
A solid light indicates that a USB
drive is connected. Blinking indicates
the USB drive is being detected
when first plugged in.
HDD-Full LED
Indicates that the internal
hard drive is out of space.
WLAN LED
A solid light indicates that
wireless is ready. This LED
blinks during wireless data
transmission.
Power Button
Press to turn the device
on. To turn off, hold button
in until the unit shuts off.

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Hardware Overview
Rear Panel
Hardware Overview
Reset Button
Pressing the reset button for 10 seconds with
a paper clip will restore the unit to the original
factory default settings. The button is inside the
hole to prevent an accidental reset.
USB 2.0 Ports
Use these ports to connect USB 2.0 drives.
USB 1.1 drives may also be connected but will
be limited to USB 1.1 speed.
Power Receptor
Receptor for the supplied
power adapter.
LAN Port
Connects to your Ethernet network. The LAN
port supports Auto MDI/MDI-X, allowing you to
connect a straight-through or crossover cable.
Antenna
Connects to a wireless
network.
Dismount Button
Press to safely remove
USB drives from the
DSM-G600.
Fan/Vent
Fan to cool the
internal hard drive.

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Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation
A. Unscrew the two screws on the
back panel of the DSM-G600 to
remove the cover.
B. Connect the IDE cable to the IDE
cable connector on your hard
drive.
Note: Make sure the jumper setting
on your hard drive is set to Master
or Cable Select.
C. Connect the power cable to the power
connector on your hard drive.
WARNING: Disconnect the power cord before inserting or removing the
internal hard disk drive.

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D. While facing the back of the
DSM-G600, insert the right side of
the hard drive into the case. Once in
place, snap down the left side.
E. Use the mounting screw to secure
the hard drive to the DSM-G600.
Replace the cover and screw the
two screws on the back panel of the
DSM-G600.
F. Connect an Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet jack located on the back of
the DSM-G600 for initial setup.
Note: It is required that an Ethernet cable is used during initial setup. Once your wireless
configuration is set, you may disconnect the Ethernet cable and begin communicating wirelessly
with your DSM-G600.
Hardware Installation