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Title: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: s0slick on July 15, 2012, 01:38:18 PM
[Link removed from post]

Be good everyone stops downloading the v2.03b01 which just corrupts data and starts investigating this firmware version. Found on a thread, DLink apparantly gave this link on phone to someone who was telling them about the corrupted data and that this patch fixes that.

The first comments, and responses confirms this firmware version works 100% and no bug has been reported yet. Even 3TB works...

ftp:*******************************************************

Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: albert on July 15, 2012, 05:00:47 PM
Have you check if you're allow to post this? Not too long ago I posted a link (http://forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=47164.msg173282) from D-Link as well but was told it's not allow. Do read the DNS-320 - Firmware Do's and Don'ts (http://forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=47174.0)
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on July 16, 2012, 05:10:04 AM
Please refrain from posting non-sanctioned firmware links on this board. While it's true that the link appears to have been generated through D-Link technical support, some questions remain: What Country was this firmware created for? What hardware version does this support? Without some corroborating information from D-Link that this is a sanctioned version for NA or WW, I have to remove the link.

Thank you for your support.

Be good everyone stops downloading the v2.03b01 which just corrupts data and starts investigating this firmware version. Found on a thread, DLink apparantly gave this link on phone to someone who was telling them about the corrupted data and that this patch fixes that.

The first comments, and responses confirms this firmware version works 100% and no bug has been reported yet. Even 3TB works...

ftp://*********************************************************


Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: s0slick on July 16, 2012, 08:49:03 AM
Nps however it would be nice to get more info/links regarding this version as everyone who has tested it reports it fixes the corrupted data. I think you may need to remove the link that i put the v2.03b01 thread as everyone is responding to that.

Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on July 16, 2012, 09:19:23 AM
Nps however it would be nice to get more info/links regarding this version as everyone who has tested it reports it fixes the corrupted data. I think you may need to remove the link that i put the v2.03b01 thread as everyone is responding to that.



It's already gone.  ;)
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: chunkylover53 on July 16, 2012, 12:13:01 PM
I noticed that the person who originally posted the link was from the UK, like me. Is it possible to view the link?

edit: found the link, its on yahoo search cache :)
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: j-marcelo on July 17, 2012, 01:47:40 PM
Great news,

Let's wait for this version ww v2.03b03.

Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: RicRoller on July 18, 2012, 05:45:50 AM
I have a DNS-320 purchased in the UK; came with 2.02 firmware - which I believe may suffer from both of the reported (and IMO extremely serious) data integrity issues:

(a) (Large?) Files copied to NAS from CIFS client can end up showing with zero-length
(b) Corruption when files are modified (especially with Outlook .PST files?)

I can't "roll back" to the older version 2.00 as my NAS came already loaded with the newer firmware, so at present I'm stuck with a NAS that I daren't use for any important/valuable data in case either of the two bugs were to bite and that data was trashed  :(


But I did read about that unofficial 2.03b03 firmware that is reported to fix at least the "0kb" problem - so I am hoping that there will be an official fix forthcoming (or at minimum an official beta)


FYI I went hunting and did find the link to that unofficial beta on a cached web page - but won't be trying it simply because it is of unknown pedigree...

(a) There's no release note in the ZIP-archive or hint in the firmware file name as to where it came from or what hardware/countries it applies to (the firmware file name is "DLINK_DNS320.2.03b03(2.13.0618.2012)(BETA)", having a "modified" date/time of 18 June 2012, 15:47:20).
(b) The IP address of the FTP-server from where it came is allocated to an ISP in Sweden


Regards,
Richard
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on July 18, 2012, 07:00:05 AM
FYI I went hunting and did find the link to that unofficial beta on a cached web page - but won't be trying it simply because it is of unknown pedigree...

(a) There's no release note in the ZIP-archive or hint in the firmware file name as to where it came from or what hardware/countries it applies to (the firmware file name is "DLINK_DNS320.2.03b03(2.13.0618.2012)(BETA)", having a "modified" date/time of 18 June 2012, 15:47:20).
(b) The IP address of the FTP-server from where it came is allocated to an ISP in Sweden

Very well stated. These are my concerns as well. The DNS-345 and DNS-325 had new firmware releases within the past week or so. Let's hope the DNS-320 is next.  ;)
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: GeKVe on July 29, 2012, 03:16:54 AM
I really need the 2.03b03 firmware, as my NAS is in a state where i can't use it at all (constantly freezes due to 0byte files) :(
- If someone have access to it, and would be kind enough to email it to me - it would really be appreciated!
Bought my 320 in Norway, and guess it would mean it's the same version as in UK & SWE?
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: xbrav on July 29, 2012, 09:22:22 AM
I really need the 2.03b03 firmware, as my NAS is in a state where i can't use it at all (constantly freezes due to 0byte files) :(
- If someone have access to it, and would be kind enough to email it to me - it would really be appreciated!
Bought my 320 in Norway, and guess it would mean it's the same version as in UK & SWE?

As a workaround, I don't get the 0kb file size issue when connecting via FTP. I've been using a free program called NetDrive to simulate a mapped disk drive through FTP. It's worked amazingly so far.

Obviously, when we get the next release, I'll switch back to NFS.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: crwro on July 31, 2012, 04:59:32 PM
I'm using FTP via Netdrive too and had the  0kb file problem using it ( also on NFS) after I was forced to update from v2.00 due to a 3 TB drive upgrade. One of the forum users was kind enough to point me to the v2.03b03 deleted link (many thanks!) and I can confirm that it works.
Since the update I've transfered 200+ Gb and had no 0kb files, no CRC mismatches, no other problems.
I've just signed up to this forum and I may not be familiar with the rules, but it seems that v2.03b03 firmware solves a serious problem (unlike the previous versions after 2.00) and it's difficult to understand why the link was deleted instead of warning users that it's an unofficial version of dubious provenience and they should use it at their own risk. I'm happy I did and now I have a functional NAS.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: neddie on August 01, 2012, 04:00:48 PM
God, Itīs unbelievable, i upgrade to FW v2.03b01, and it seems i lost 600 GB of data, and i got no chance to downgrade, seriously?, i cant do anything to recover my files? D link release a firmware that corrupt your files and dont bring you the posibility to acces to a firmware that solve the problem? I dont understand, it got no sense. 

Please Help Me, Thanks in advance.

My english itīs no good i Know, but i think, you guys, got the idea.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: sigfreund on August 02, 2012, 09:28:41 AM
I am really surprised that D-Link doesn't pull v2.03b01.  I was lucky to have read some warnings about it and have stuck to 2.00.  What really surprises me is where is this mysterious v2.03b03?  After some initial claims of greatness, it was pulled while more and more suffer with a clearly bad b01.  I have been very happy with my DNS-320 when factoring in price/performance but some of these missteps are really costing D-Link's reputation.  I wish D-Link would release all source code and allow us to develop the firmware ourselves.  With this low price and Open source firmware development I think this device could really take off.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on August 07, 2012, 07:42:17 PM
Since 2.03b1 is a beta firmware, there's no obligation for Dlink to pull it down really. Its like a nightly build for users to try it at their own risk.

I do admit that DLink should just release 2.03b3 given the positive feedback by various users right now.

sigfreund : I second that, seeing how succesfful DDWRT and OpenWRT are in the router world...
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: RicRoller on August 08, 2012, 12:38:07 AM
Its like a nightly build for users to try it at their own risk.
I wish it was nightly - for by now that magic that is reportedly in the (European?) build 20.3b03 would have found its way across the pond. The 2.03b01 beta is now nearly 6 months old!!

IMO it is frustrating that D-Link are seemingly wasting a free resource (users willing to try the beta code and report any improvements/issues found) by not having a more active beta programme. But if they only have a small team working on NAS firmware I can appreciate that they simply might not have the time to do that...

Regards,
Richard
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on August 09, 2012, 02:38:45 AM
I wish it was nightly - for by now that magic that is reportedly in the (European?) build 20.3b03 would have found its way across the pond. The 2.03b01 beta is now nearly 6 months old!!

IMO it is frustrating that D-Link are seemingly wasting a free resource (users willing to try the beta code and report any improvements/issues found) by not having a more active beta programme. But if they only have a small team working on NAS firmware I can appreciate that they simply might not have the time to do that...

Regards,
Richard

You won't know about that...but if they do have headcount issues, just make it open source and I'm sure many will be glad to fix the mess ourselves.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: Jeffnebel on August 16, 2012, 08:10:29 PM
Hey guys I've been looking for the 2.03b03 link and I understand it can't be posted but can someone send it to me in a pm I've looked everywhere and can't find it. I've lost 2 tb of data and trying not to lose another 500gb
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: albert on August 17, 2012, 06:35:53 AM
@Jeffnebel, check your PM.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on August 17, 2012, 08:21:28 AM
Regarding Firmware version 2.03b03: DNS-320 - Firmware Version 2.03b03 - Notice (http://forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=50445.0)
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: ivan on August 17, 2012, 12:03:02 PM
JavaLawyer, out of curiosity, is there any other English language D-Link forum that isn't based in the US?  Enquiring minds would like to know.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on August 17, 2012, 12:06:18 PM
Unfortunately, the D-Link USA forum is the only D-Link forum.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on August 17, 2012, 12:20:37 PM
I realized that the forums are still in beta stage...but I think its way past that.

This forum should be good enough to be a forum for the global region :).
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: ivan on August 17, 2012, 12:23:45 PM
That is what I thought but the embargo on information from other English speaking parts of the world does make it somewhat difficult for those of us not living in the US.

I suppose we should be thankful for what we do have or maybe you could talk with D-Link about providing somewhere that non US information could be collected even if it had warning signs stating that it was not for use in the US and would void a US warranty.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on August 17, 2012, 12:33:50 PM
That is what I thought but the embargo on information from other English speaking parts of the world does make it somewhat difficult for those of us not living in the US.

I suppose we should be thankful for what we do have or maybe you could talk with D-Link about providing somewhere that non US information could be collected even if it had warning signs stating that it was not for use in the US and would void a US warranty.

I will pose the question to D-Link.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: ivan on August 17, 2012, 04:46:13 PM
Thank you.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: onejk on August 19, 2012, 06:08:25 AM
I've really been struggling with the 0k issue since upgrading to the v2.03b01 firmware. Can anyone send me a copy of the v2.03b03 firmware please?
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on August 19, 2012, 07:19:02 AM
I've really been struggling with the 0k issue since upgrading to the v2.03b01 firmware. Can anyone send me a copy of the v2.03b03 firmware please?

Other than using teracopy, what other ways am i able to simulate this data corruption to happen?
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: onejk on August 19, 2012, 07:52:39 AM
I don't use teracopy and i get this use randomly but it always seems to be on files larger than 2gig
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: chunkylover53 on August 25, 2012, 10:45:00 AM
Hey all,
Been using this new firmware for over a month now and it is just perfect. No data integrity issues at all - really don't understand why dlink won't release it officially  ???

Feel free to ask me any questions if you want.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on August 26, 2012, 03:24:32 AM
Hey all,
Been using this new firmware for over a month now and it is just perfect. No data integrity issues at all - really don't understand why dlink won't release it officially  ???

Feel free to ask me any questions if you want.

So far no file corruption even when using teracopy? Tempting indeed...

Anyway will there be any problems if I need to downgrade from 2.03 (b1 or b3 regardless) back to 2.02?
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: albert on August 26, 2012, 05:07:25 AM
So far no file corruption even when using teracopy? Tempting indeed...

Anyway will there be any problems if I need to downgrade from 2.03 (b1 or b3 regardless) back to 2.02?

No issue in downgrading to 2.02 for 2.03b3, can't recall if it's possible for 2.03b1.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on August 26, 2012, 05:38:33 AM
No issue in downgrading to 2.02 for 2.03b3, can't recall if it's possible for 2.03b1.

Thanks i'll go ahead and do the upgrade after i back up the data in my hard disk. no point in upgrading to 2.03b1 if i have b3 anyway  ;D
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: zwief on August 26, 2012, 10:02:18 AM
I have a US DNS-320 that I want to upgrade to v2.03b03 firmware. Anyone know where I can get it? I want to install two 3TB drives in it.

Also, I currently have 1TB and 750GB drives in it. Can I move these two drives to a DNS-321 without losing data? If so, are there any special steps or just maintain the same positions?

Thanks!
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: chunkylover53 on September 01, 2012, 04:54:18 PM
So far no file corruption even when using teracopy? Tempting indeed...

Anyway will there be any problems if I need to downgrade from 2.03 (b1 or b3 regardless) back to 2.02?
Copied roughly 1tb to and from the router with teracopy with verify enabled with no failures whatsoever
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on September 06, 2012, 12:35:30 PM
Just updated my firmware with 2.03b3, took quite long though. how long does it usually take to perform a firmware update from start to end?

Its written on my fw upgrade page that the current version is 2.03, is this correct?

currently copying a 3GB file over with teracopy...update in a few mins!

finished copied. CRC check match! :)
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: Heimdall on September 08, 2012, 07:52:37 AM
Also been using the new firmware, no problems so far and the 0Kb issue is no longer present. Copying works like a charm now.

I'm using UK model.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: hongaun on September 08, 2012, 08:13:04 PM
Malaysian model here, so far so good  ;D
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: jackspm on September 09, 2012, 11:16:35 AM
where can I get a copy of 2.03b03???
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JuLx64 on September 09, 2012, 03:34:37 PM
If anyone knows, please MP me too :-X
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: albert on September 09, 2012, 05:36:17 PM
Already PM those who requested it.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: jackspm on September 09, 2012, 11:37:24 PM
Thank you Albert.  So far so good...  ;D
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: Bulles30 on September 10, 2012, 01:55:49 AM
Hello,

Is 2.03b3 already tested by somebody in France ?

I will have need for it. Can somebody send me a link to the download ?

Many thanks....
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: nrushforth on September 10, 2012, 12:56:35 PM
Already PM those who requested it.

Hi

Can you PM me the link please
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: jackspm on September 11, 2012, 11:57:43 AM
Hi

Can you PM me the link please

Just did.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: nrushforth on September 11, 2012, 12:27:14 PM
Just did.

Cheers. Will try later this week.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: stayhard on September 12, 2012, 03:47:28 AM
Can you please PM me link for the FW?


Will my settings on the NAS be removed when I upgrade the firmware?
Thanks!
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: albert on September 12, 2012, 04:58:17 AM
@stayhard, check your PM.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on September 12, 2012, 05:45:24 AM
Update: A new beta firmware will be openly posted soon.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: nrushforth on September 13, 2012, 05:25:55 PM
Just upgraded to this firmware and cannot get Local Backups to work.

If I try to add a new schedule it does not save it in the list.

Anyone else having this problem?
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: Teaser on September 15, 2012, 12:40:34 AM
You could try deleting your internet cache and then try again... I had the same issue with a previous firmware update and this sorted it for me...
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: xbrav on September 15, 2012, 11:10:41 AM
Update: A new beta firmware will be openly posted soon.

Thanks for the update, friend. Hopefully this next "beta" will actually be 2.03 stable.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: albert on September 20, 2012, 12:32:47 AM
LOL, the so-called "new" beta firmware turn out to be 2.03b03 after all. Well at least TSD site also upload the release note as well.
Title: Re: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03b03 Comments & Observations
Post by: JavaLawyer on September 20, 2012, 05:04:50 AM
D-Llink published firmware version 2.03 (official release): Download FW 2.03 (ftp://ftp.dlink.com/Multimedia/dns320/Firmware/dns320_FW_203)
Cumulative firmware release notes are posted here: DNS-320 - Cumulative Firmware Release Notes (http://forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=42483.msg149905#msg149905)
Post your comments and observations here: DNS-320 - Firmware v2.03 Comments & Observations (Official Release) (http://forums.dlink.com/index.php?topic=50741.0)