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[pricey091]

Hey guys,

first time posting here!

I am moving in a couple of months to the USA (from the UK) and want to know whether or not I will need to go through the whole process of formatting my HD when I link my DNS 320 to a new router to set it up.

Or is there any way when I get out there that I can set it up without wiping 3TB worth of data?

[JavaLawyer]

No, your DNS-320 should work just fine when you connect the device to a new router. The DNS-320 HDD configuration and most settings are independent of the network the device is attached to. If the DNS-320 is using a static IP address, then you may need to change that one setting.

One other note. When you move, you may want to consider powering down the DNS-320 and removing the two HDDs while you move to minimize the chance of physical damage. When you remove the HDDs, label the HDDs with a magic marker to indicate their original slot location so you put them back in the correct order. Keep the HDDs well padded and avoid any severe bumping during the move. I also recommend personally bringing the DNS-320 and HDDs with you rather than leaving them in the custody of a moving company to minimize possible damage to your data.

[pricey091]

Ah thanks very much JavaLawyer!

So would all I need to do is go onto the set up until the point where it allows me to change the static IP and then just close the setup? I don't need to complete the whole set up (including formatting the HD) for all changes to take effect?

I had a couple of other questions if you don't mind as you seem to know your stuff!

I currently only have 1 HD in, if I want to add another, do I need to format them both?

I bought a DDNS service, didn't cost much but I later found that I can access my DLINK by typing in the IP address from Chrome...have I wasted $30 on a service that is provided by DLINK?

Following on from the last, am I able to upload/download via the Chrome interface?

Finally, is there any media program from DLINK that allows me to play my video files when I am away from my network e.g. at a mates house with my laptop plugged into the TV? Or even from a smart TV...?

Many thanks!

[JavaLawyer]

Ah thanks very much JavaLawyer!

So would all I need to do is go onto the set up until the point where it allows me to change the static IP and then just close the setup? I don't need to complete the whole set up (including formatting the HD) for all changes to take effect?

I had a couple of other questions if you don't mind as you seem to know your stuff!

I currently only have 1 HD in, if I want to add another, do I need to format them both?

If your DNS-320 is setup using DHCP, you won't have to change anything. If you are using a static IP address, then you may need to change the IP if the new router uses a different IP range (e.g. 192.168.0.x vs. 192.168.1.x), otherwise you can keep the static IP address the same. Alternatively, you should be able to change the IP range of the new router to mirror your old router so you can keep all your device IPs the same.

You can add/format a second HDD with no impact to the first HDD. I recommend making sure you have a backup of your data in HDD1 prior to performing this procedure. You should always maintain a backup if your data is important.

I bought a DDNS service, didn't cost much but I later found that I can access my DLINK by typing in the IP address from Chrome...have I wasted $30 on a service that is provided by DLINK?

Following on from the last, am I able to upload/download via the Chrome interface?

Finally, is there any media program from DLINK that allows me to play my video files when I am away from my network e.g. at a mates house with my laptop plugged into the TV? Or even from a smart TV...?

I'll leave these questions for other members to address.  

[pricey091]

Haha thanks very much mate! Much appreciated

[JavaLawyer]

Haha thanks very much mate! Much appreciated

Glad to help... 

[JavaLawyer]

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