DNS-323 is a 2-bay network storage enclosure from D-Link. This manual introduces the features, hardware, installation, configuration and usage of DNS-323.
The DNS-323 is a 2‑bay network storage enclosure that lets you share files, photos, music, and videos across a local network or the Internet. It supports multiple drive configurations—including Standard, JBOD, RAID 0 and RAID 1 mirroring—and offers built‑in services such as FTP, UPnP AV, iTunes server, and BitTorrent. The device also includes power‑management features, USB print server capability, and an Easy Search Utility for quick network discovery.
The manual walks you through unpacking, hardware installation, and connecting the unit to your network. It then explains how to configure the web interface, set up user accounts, quotas, and services, and manage hard‑drive replacement or addition. Additional sections cover advanced features like scheduled downloads, BitTorrent configuration, and firmware updates, helping both novice and experienced users get the most out of the DNS-323.
| Hard Drive Bays | Two 3.5" SATA bays, any capacity |
|---|---|
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet (up to 23/15 MBps read/write) |
| RAID Configurations | Standard, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1 mirroring |
| Power Supply | 12 V 3 A / 5 V 3 A |
| USB Print Server | Supported |
| FTP Server | Built‑in, supports SSL/TLS and Unicode |
It can hold two 3.5" SATA hard drives of any capacity.
Press the pinhole reset button located beside the Ethernet socket.
Yes, it includes a UPnP AV server and iTunes server for streaming music, photos, and video to compatible players.