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If the device cannot work correctly after trying many efforts, please contact 

your dealer/DrayTek for further help right away. For any questions, please feel 
free to send e-mail to “[email protected]”. 

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Due to the continuous evolution of DrayTek technology, all devices will be 
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newest firmware, tools and documents. 

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GPL Notice 

This DrayTek product uses software partially or completely licensed 
under the terms of the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE. The author of 

the software does not provide any warranty. A Limited Warranty is 
offered on DrayTek products. This Limited Warranty does not cover 
any software applications or programs. 
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Summary of Contents for VigorAP 918R Series

Page 1: ...i ...

Page 2: ...ii VigorAP 918R Series 802 11ac Outdoor AP Quick Start Guide Version 1 0 Firmware Version V1 3 0 For future update please visit DrayTek web site Date February 5 2020 ...

Page 3: ...tion outdoor to prevent electronic shock hazards Keep the package out of reach of children When you want to dispose of the router please follow local regulations on conservation of the environment Warranty We warrant to the original end user purchaser that the router will be free from any defects in workmanship or materials for a period of two 2 years from the date of purchase from the dealer Plea...

Page 4: ...s for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guar...

Page 5: ...other antenna or transmitter End users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party res...

Page 6: ...ing Ethernet Cable 5 3 3 Pole Mount Installation for VigorAP 918RPD 6 3 4 Pole Mount Installation for VigorAP 918R 7 3 5 Wall Mount Installation for VigorAP 918R 8 3 6 Grounding Access Point 8 3 7 Powering Access Point 10 4 Connection and Configuration 11 Connected As a Mesh Node in Mesh Network 12 Connected As an Access Point 12 5 Customer Service 14 Be a Registered Owner 14 Firmware Tools Update...

Page 7: ...n nt t Take a look at the package content If there is anything missed or damaged please contact DrayTek or dealer immediately Main Unit Antennas Ethernet Cable 3M Quick Start Guide Ground Cable Screws Pipe Clamp Mount Kit for VigorAP 918RPD 1 ...

Page 8: ...s between 73dBm 67dBm 5G Signal For D Model No signal or the signal strength is 73dBm Interface Description Factory Reset Restore the default settings Usage Switch on the access point Press and hold reset button for at least 10 seconds The router will restart with the factory default configuration Before pressing the button the cover should first be removed by rotating it with a torque of 13 kgf c...

Page 9: ... installing the VigorAP Note For the sake of personal safety only trained and qualified personnel should install this device 3 3 1 1 A An nt te en nn na as s I In ns st ta al ll la at ti io on n 1 Remove the protective cap 2 Insert the antennas and fasten them by rotating clockwise Warning Do not open the top cover of the device Installation during thunderstorms could be dangerous 3 ...

Page 10: ... Port 1 PoE In 2 Before connecting verify that the cable has a rubber seal and that it is not damaged Note To prevent the enclosure from water leakage make sure the Ethernet cable gland and the rubber gasket are present and installed properly 3 Inserting RJ 45 connector into the port 4 Use an adjustable wrench and tighten the thread lock sealing nut with torque 10 kgf cm Note Do not pull the cable...

Page 11: ... bl le e 1 Loosen the thread lock sealing nut 2 Loosen the clamping claw and seal 3 Loosen the body and washer 4 Remove the cable 5 To reattach the cable follow the above steps in reverse Note The diameter for the Ethernet cable shall be limited between 4 3mm to 5 9mm 5 ...

Page 12: ...ig go or rA AP P 9 91 18 8R RP PD D 1 Find a suitable location for installing the access point 2 Select a mounting point on a pole 3 Attach the mount kit assembly to the mounting plate by locking four screws with the torque of 10 kgf cm 4 Insert the pipe clamp into the mount kit assembly 6 ...

Page 13: ... 60mm 3 3 4 4 P Po ol le e M Mo ou un nt t I In ns st ta al ll la at ti io on n f fo or r V Vi ig go or rA AP P 9 91 18 8R R 1 Find a suitable location for installing the access point 2 Select a mounting point on a pole 3 Insert the pipe clamp on the access point Press the pipe clamp to open it for clamping the pole 7 ...

Page 14: ...e screws on the anchors 3 Lock the screws on the anchors 4 Hang the access point on the anchors 4 Hang the access point on the anchors 5 5 W Wa al ll l M Mo ou un nt t I In ns st ta al ll la at ti io on n f fo or r V Vi ig go or rA AP P 9 91 18 8R R 3 3 6 6 G Gr ro ou un nd di in ng g A Ac cc ce es ss s P Po oi in nt t In outdoor installations and before powering the access point with AC power Vig...

Page 15: ...5 Connect the ground rod and the VigorAP using the ground cable Note Please consult an electrician if you are uncertain about the type of grounding that is required 9 ...

Page 16: ... codes Not place the power injector VigorSwitch in outdoor environment without any protection Moisture might get into the power injector and cause a short circuit or possible fire Not work on the system during periods of lighting activity to avoid the risk of electric shock and do not connect or disconnect the Ethernet cables under bad weather Below shows two examples of connecting power for Vigor...

Page 17: ...u for a username and password Please type admin admin for Username Password and click Login Note You may either set up your computer to receive an IP address dynamically from the router or manually enter an IP address that is within the same subnet as the IP address of VigorAP 918R If there is no DHCP server on the network the VigorAP 918R will have an IP address of 192 168 1 2 If there is DHCP av...

Page 18: ...thin the mesh network The user must detect VigorAP 918R series via a Mesh Root to add it as a mesh node C Co on nn ne ec ct te ed d A As s a an n A Ac cc ce es ss s P Po oi in nt t As an access point VigorAP 918R series must be connected to a router and configured in AP Access Point mode Connect VigorAP to a Vigor router Use a twisted pair cable with RJ 45 plugs at both ends and plug into Ethernet...

Page 19: ...r PC and type https 192 168 1 2 A pop up window will open to ask for username and password b After clicking Login Quick Start Wizard for configuring wireless settings will appear as follows c Follow the on screen steps to finish the network connection 13 ...

Page 20: ...devices will be regularly upgraded Please consult the DrayTek web site for more information on newest firmware tools and documents http www draytek com GPL Notice This DrayTek product uses software partially or completely licensed under the terms of the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE The author of the software does not provide any warranty A Limited Warranty is offered on DrayTek products This Limited...

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