DSN-6410 - Server D-LINK - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Network Storage Server
Brand	D-Link
Model	DSN-6410
Form Factor	Rackmount (1U)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	440 x 43 x 500 mm
Weight	Approximately 10 kg
Power Supply	250W AC, 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Processor	Intel Xeon E3-1220 v5 (quad-core, 3.0 GHz)
RAM	8 GB DDR4 ECC (expandable up to 32 GB)
Storage Bays	4 x 3.5" SATA III (hot-swappable)
Network Interfaces	2 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
USB Ports	2 x USB 2.0, 2 x USB 3.0
Cooling	2 x 40mm system fans
Management	Web GUI, SSH, SNMP v2/v3
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Supported Protocols	SMB/CIFS, NFS, iSCSI, FTP, AFP
Security Features	Encrypted access, firewall, LDAP integration
Operating System	Embedded Linux with D-Link firmware
Maintenance	Clean with dry cloth; avoid liquids; ensure proper ventilation
Spare Parts	Power supply unit, system fans, hard drives (standard SATA)
Reparability	User-replaceable: drives, PSU, memory modules

Frequently Asked Questions - DSN-6410 D-LINK

How do I access the DSN-6410 management interface for the first time?

Connect the server to your network via the Ethernet port. Use a web browser and navigate to the default IP address 192.168.0.1 or use D-Link's network discovery tool. Log in with default credentials: username admin, password admin.

What should I do if I forgot the administrator password?

Perform a factory reset by pressing and holding the Reset button on the front panel for 10 seconds using a paperclip. This will restore default settings, including the password (admin). Note that all configuration data will be lost.

How can I configure RAID on the DSN-6410?

Log into the web management interface, go to Storage Management, then RAID Configuration. Select the desired RAID level (0, 1, 5, 6, or 10) and the disks to include. Confirm to create the array. The server will automatically initialize the RAID.

What hard drives are compatible with this server?

The DSN-6410 supports standard 3.5-inch SATA III hard drives. Both HDDs and SSDs are compatible, but for RAID reliability, use enterprise-grade drives. Maximum capacity per bay is 16 TB (subject to firmware support).

How do I update the firmware on the DSN-6410?

Download the latest firmware from D-Link's support website. In the web GUI, go to System > Firmware Update. Upload the file and press Update. Do not power off the device during the update process. The server will reboot automatically.

Can I connect external USB storage to the server?

Yes, the DSN-6410 has USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports on the front and rear. USB flash drives or external hard drives can be attached for additional storage or backups. They will be mounted automatically and accessible via the file sharing protocols.

What is the factory default IP address of the DSN-6410?

The default IP address is 192.168.0.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. If the server fails to obtain an IP via DHCP, it will fall back to this static address. Ensure your computer is on the same subnet to access it.

How do I perform a system restore or factory reset?

To reset to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset button on the front panel for 10 seconds. Alternatively, in the web GUI, go to System > Factory Default and confirm. This will erase all settings and data volumes (if not external).

Can the DSN-6410 be used as an iSCSI target?

Yes, the server supports iSCSI target functionality. In the management interface, navigate to Storage > iSCSI Target. Create a new target with a unique IQN, set authentication if required, and map it to a LUN from your storage pool.

What should I do if the server overheats?

Check that the fans are spinning and not blocked. Ensure the server is in a well-ventilated rack with ambient temperature below 35°C. Clean dust from air intakes using compressed air. If the problem persists, replace faulty fans. The server will shut down automatically if critical temperature is reached.

USER MANUAL DSN-6410 D-LINK

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Quick Installation Guide DSN-6000 series

iSCSI IP SAN storage

Package Contents

If any of the items are missing, please contact your reseller.

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IP SAN storage HDD trays

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ys

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Power cords

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RS-232 cables

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and cable for DSN-6410/ 6420 only

CD Keys, screws for

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Rail kitGBIC transceiver

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drives and rail kit

Before installation

Before starting, prepare the following items.

1. A host with a Gigabit Ethernet NIC or iSCSI HBA.
2. CAT 5e, or CAT 6 network cables for management port and iSCSI data ports.
3. Prepare storage system configuration plan.
4. Prepare management port and iSCSI data ports network information. When using static IP, please prepare static IP addresses, subnet mask, and default gateway.
5. 10GbE switches (recommended). Or 10GbE switches with LCAP / Trunking (optional).
6. CHAP security information, including CHAP username and secret (optional).

Install drives

Note: Skip this section if you purchased a solution populated with drives.

To install SAS or SATA drives with no Bridge Board use the front mounting holes:

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To install SATA drives with Bridge Board (DSN-654), fit the Bridge Board first.

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Then install the drive using the rear mounting holes:

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Drive slot numbering

Slot 1 Slot 4 Slot 7	Slot 10
Slot 2 Slot 5 Slot 8	Slot 11
Slot 3 Slot 6 Slot 9	Slot 12

Hard drives can be installed into any slot in the enclosure. Slot numbering will be reflected in web UI.

Note: It is advisable to install at least one drive in slots 1 \~ 4. System event logs are saved to drives in these slots; If no drives are fitted the event logs will be lost in the event of a system reboot.

Deployment

Please refer to the following topology and have all the connections ready.

1. Setup the hardware connection before powering on servers. Connect console cable, management port cable, and iSCSI data port cables in advance.
2. In addition, installing an iSNS server is recommended for dual controller system.
3. Power on IP SAN storage and JBOD (optional) first, and then power on hosts and iSNS server.
4. To ensure MPIO is set-up automatically it is recommended that you log on the target twice (from controller 1 then controller 2).

Note: iSNS server is recommended for dual controller system.

DSN-6110: 1GbE to SAS/ SATA IP SAN storage, Single controller.

graph TD
    A["Host / Server"] -->|GBE| B["Gigabit switch"]
    C["EVS server (Recommended)"] -->|GBE| B
    D["Management PC"] -->|RS 232| E["Switch"]
    F["APC Smart UPS (Optional)"] -->|RS 232| E
    B --> G["DSN-6110 controller"]
    E --> G
    G --> H["4"]
    G --> I["3"]
    G --> J["2"]
    G --> K["1"]
    H --> L["Console UPS"]
    I --> L
    J --> L
    K --> L
    L --> M["BBM"]
    M --> N["JBDD"]
    N --> O["To DSN-6020"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style N fill:#cfc,stroke:#333

DSN-6120: 1GbE to SAS/ SATA IP SAN storage, Dual redundant controller.

graph TD
    A["Host / Server"] --> B["Gigabit switch"]
    C["ISNS server (Recommended)"] --> D["Switch"]
    E["Management PC"] --> F["Switch"]
    G["APC Smart UPS (Optional)"] --> H["Switch"]
    I["DSN-6120 controller 1"] --> J["Console UPS"]
    K["DSN-6120 controller 2"] --> L["Console UPS"]
    M["SAS cable"] --> N["To DSN-6020"]
    O["RJ45"] --> P["G3E G3E"]
    Q["RS 232"] --> R["G3E"]
    S["BBM"] --> T["M"]
    U["JBOD"] --> V["To DSN-6020"]
    W["RS 232"] --> X["NJC"]
    Y["4 3 2 1"] --> Z["M"]
    AA["4 3 2 1"] --> AB["M"]
    AC["4 3 2 1"] --> AD["M"]
    AE["4 3 2 1"] --> AF["M"]
    AG["4 3 2 1"] --> AH["M"]
    AI["4 3 2 1"] --> AJ["M"]
    AK["4 3 2 1"] --> AL["M"]
    AM["4 3 2 1"] --> AN["M"]
    AO["4 3 2 1"] --> AP["M"]
    AQ["4 3 2 1"] --> AR["M"]
    AS["To DSN-6020"] --> AT["BBM"]
    AU["To DSN-6020"] --> AV["JBOD"]

DSN-6410: 10GbE to SAS/ SATA IP SAN storage, Single controller.

graph TD
    A["Host / Server"] -->|10G 10G| B["1060E switch"]
    C["ISNS server (Recommended)"] -->|10G| B
    D["Management PC"] -->|RS 232| E["Switch"]
    F["APC Smart UPS (Optional)"] -->|RS 232| E
    G["DSV-6410 controller"] --> H["1"]
    G --> I["2"]
    G --> J["M"]
    G --> K["BBM"]
    G --> L["Console UPS"]
    G --> M["J800"]
    G --> N["To DSV-6020"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style N fill:#ffc,stroke:#333

DSN-6420: 10GbE to SAS/ SATA IP SAN storage, Dual redundant controller.

graph TD
    A["DSN-6420 controller 1"] -->|1| B["1"]
    A -->|2| C["2"]
    D["DSN-6420 controller 2"] -->|1| E["1"]
    D -->|2| F["2"]
    G["DSN-6420 controller 1"] -->|M| H["M"]
    I["DSN-6420 controller 2"] -->|M| J["M"]
    K["DSN-6420 controller 1"] -->|Console| L["UPS"]
    M["DSN-6420 controller 2"] -->|Console| N["UPS"]
    O["DSN-6420 controller 1"] --> P["JBOD"]
    Q["DSN-6420 controller 2"] --> R["JBOD"]
    S["DSN-6420 controller 1"] --> T["10GbE switch"]
    U["DSN-6420 controller 2"] --> V["10GbE switch"]
    W["iSNS server (Recommended)"] --> X["10G"]
    Y["Management PC"] --> Z["RS 232"]
    AA["RJ45"] --> AB["10G"]
    AC["RS 232"] --> AD["10G"]
    AE["SAS cable"] --> AF["10G"]
    AG["FC cable / CX4 cable"] --> AH["10GbE switch"]
    AI["APC Smart UPS (Optional) RS 232"] --> AJ["RS 232"]
    AK["To DSN-6020"] --> AL["To DSN-6020"]

Configuration

1.Web UI

The D-Link DSN-6000 family includes a simple to use Graphical User Interface (GUI) for integration and management. Be sure to connect the LAN cable, open a browser and enter:

http://192.168.0.32

A dialog box for authentication will pop up.

User name: admin

Default password: 123456

After login, choose the functions that list on the left hand side to start your configuration.

2. Quick installation

Please make sure that there are some free drives installed in this system. Please check the hard drive details in "/Volume configuration / Physical disk".

Step1: Click the "Quick installation"; follow the steps to set up system name and date / time. Step2: Confirm the management port and DNS IP addresses are correct, and click "Next".

Step 1 Step 2

Step 3: Set up the data port IP and click "Next".

Step 4: Set up the RAID level and volume size and click "Next".

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5: Check all items, and click "Finish".

Step 5

Step 6: Done.

3.Logon Microsoft iSCSI initiator

Here are the step by step instructions to setup Microsoft iSCSI Initiator. Please visit Microsoft website for latest iSCSI initiator. This example is based on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2.

Connect

1. Run Microsoft iSCSI Initiator.
   2.Input IP address or DNS name of the target. And then click "Quick Connect".

3.Click "Done".

1. Your Computer can now connect to an iSCSI disk.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website.

Tech Support for customers in

Australia:

Tel: [phone]

24/7 Technical Support

Web: http://www.dlink.com.au

E-mail: [e-mail]

India:

Tel: [phone]

Toll Free 1800-22-8998

Web: www.dlink.co.in

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam:

Singapore - www.dlink.com.sg

Philippines - www.dlink.com.ph

Vietnam - www.dlink.com.vn

Korea:

Tel : [phone]

Monday to Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm

24/7 Technical Support

Web: http://www.dlink.co.nz

E-mail: [e-mail]

South Africa and Sub Sahara Region:

Tel: [phone]

08600 DLINK (for South Africa only)

Monday to Friday 8:30am to 9:00pm South Africa Time

Web: http://www.d-link.co.za

E-mail: [e-mail]

Saudi Arabia (KSA):

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Saturday to Wednesday 9.30AM to 6.30PM

Thursdays 9.30AM to 2.00 PM

E-mail: [e-mail]

D-Link Middle East - Dubai, U.A.E.

Plot No. S31102,

Jebel Ali Free Zone South,

P.O.Box 18224, Dubai, U.A.E.

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Technical Support: [phone]

General Inquiries: [e-mail]

Tech Support: [e-mail]

Egypt

1, Makram Ebeid Street - City Lights Building

Nasrcity - Cairo, Egypt

Floor 6, office C2

Tel.: [phone]

Technical Support: [phone]

General Inquiries: [e-mail]

Tech Support: [e-mail]

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Office # 84

Al Khaleej Building ( Mujamathu Al-Khaleej)

Opp. King Fahd Road, Olaya

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Tel: [phone]

Technical Support:

[phone] / [phone]

General Inquiries: [e-mail]

Tech Support: [e-mail]

Pakistan

Islamabad Office:

61-A, Jinnah Avenue, Blue Area,

Suite # 11, EBC, Saudi Pak Tower,

Islamabad - Pakistan

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Karachi Office:

D-147/1, KDA Scheme # 1,

Opposite Mudassir Park, Karsaz Road,

Karachi – Pakistan

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Technical Support: [phone], 34305069

General Inquiries: [e-mail]

Tech Support: [e-mail]

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Iran

Unit 5, 5th Floor, No. 20, 17th Alley, Bokharest

St., Argentine Sq.,

Tehran IRAN

Postal Code: 1513833817

Tel: [phone],19

+98-21-88706653,54

General Inquiries: [e-mail]

Tech Support: [e-mail]

ISRAEL

בִרְרָה לַעֹר

20

49348 n"ɔ,170n n"ɔ

7060.τ.π

073-277-11-77 :1970

Web:www.dlink.com.tr

Teknik Destek: [e-mail]

Notes

D-Link®

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Кабели питания

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Кабели RS-232

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РУССКИЙ

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Нумерация слотов

War 1 War 2

War 3

War 4

War 5

Шаг 6: Выполнено.

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Cable de Poder

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Cables RS-232

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Kit de RielTransceiver

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Paso 1 Paso 2

iSCSI IP SAN storage

包裝內容

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IP SAN storage

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硬碟盤(硬碟為選購)

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電源供應器

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RS-232線

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僅適用於DSN-6410/6420)

光碟片 鑰匙，螺絲機架鎖GBIC transceiver(

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安裝前注意事項

安裝前,請先準備下列品項:

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先試Bridge Board (DSN-654)再將硬碟固定安裝

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請用螺絲將硬碟固定後完成安裝

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硬碟插槽排序

步驟 1

步驟 2

步驟4

步驟5

步驟 6：完成

1. 進入 Microsoft iSCSI initiator

中文

1. 點選 “Done”

1. 您的電腦已連線至 iSCSI 磁碟

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Panduan Instalasi Singkat DSN-6000 Series

iSCSI IP SAN Storage

Isi Paket

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IP SAN Storage Penampan HDD

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ban HDD

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Kabel listrik

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Kabel RS-232

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Perangkat Rel

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Sistem penomoran lubang hard disk

Lubang 1 Lubang 4	Lubang 7 Lubang 10
Lubang 2 Lubang 5	Lubang 8 Lubang 11
Lubang 3 Lubang 6	Lubang 9 Lubang 12

Langkah 1

Langkah 2

Langkah 3: Atur data mengenai alamat IP kemudian klik "Next". Langkah 4: Atur level RAID dan ukuran volume kemudian klik "Next".

Langkah 3

Langkah 4

1. Klik "Done".

1. Komputer anda sekarang terhubung dengan disk iSCSI.

DUKUNGAN TEKNIS