Draytek VigorAP 810 User manual

VigorAP 810 User’s Guide
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Version: 1.0
Firmware Version: V1.1.0
(For future update, please visit DrayTek web site)
Date: Dec. 13, 2013

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Copyright Information
Copyright
Declarations
Copyright 2013 All rights reserved. This publication contains information that is
protected by copyright. No part may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or translated into any language without written permission from the
copyright holders.
Trademarks
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Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
Windows, Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, Vista and Explorer are
trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
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Other products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
manufacturers.
Safety Instructions and Approval
Safety
Instructions
Read the installation guide thoroughly before you set up the modem.
The modem is a complicated electronic unit that may be repaired only be
authorized and qualified personnel. Do not try to open or repair the modem
yourself.
Do not place the modem in a damp or humid place, e.g. a bathroom.
The modem should be used in a sheltered area, within a temperature range of +5
to +40 Celsius.
Do not expose the modem to direct sunlight or other heat sources. The housing
and electronic components may be damaged by direct sunlight or heat sources.
Do not deploy the cable for LAN connection outdoor to prevent electronic shock
hazards.
Keep the package out of reach of children.
When you want to dispose of the modem, please follow local regulations on
conservation of the environment.
Warranty
We warrant to the original end user (purchaser) that the modem 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. Please keep your purchase receipt in a safe place as it serves
as proof of date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon proof of purchase,
should the product have indications of failure due to faulty workmanship and/or
materials, we will, at our discretion, repair or replace the defective products or
components, without charge for either parts or labor, to whatever extent we deem
necessary tore-store the product to proper operating condition. Any replacement will
consist of a new or re-manufactured functionally equivalent product of equal value, and
will be offered solely at our discretion. This warranty will not apply if the product is
modified, misused, tampered with, damaged by an act of God, or subjected to abnormal
working conditions. The warranty does not cover the bundled or licensed software of
other vendors. Defects which do not significantly affect the usability of the product will
not be covered by the warranty. We reserve the right to revise the manual and online
documentation and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without
obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Be a Registered
Owner Web registration is preferred. You can register your Vigor modem via
http://www.draytek.com.
Firmware & Tools
Updates Due to the continuous evolution of DrayTek technology, all modems will be regularly
upgraded. Please consult the DrayTek web site for more information on newest
firmware, tools and documents.
http://www.draytek.com

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European Community Declarations
Manufacturer: DrayTek Corp.
Address: No. 26, Fu Shing Road, Hukou Township, Hsinchu Industrial Park, Hsinchu County, Taiwan 303
Product: VigorAP 810
DrayTek Corp. declares that VigorAP 810 is in compliance with the following essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EEC, ErP 2009/125/EC and RoHS 2011/65/EU.
The product conforms to the requirements of Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EC by
complying with the requirements set forth in EN55022/Class B and EN55024/Class B.
The product conforms to the requirements of Low Voltage (LVD) Directive 2006/95/EC by complying with the
requirements set forth in EN60950-1.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 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 guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device may accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This product is designed for 2.4GHz WLAN network throughout the EC region and Switzerland with restrictions
in France.
Please visit http://www.draytek.com/user/SupportDLRTTECE.php
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void your authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the
radiator and your body.

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Preface.........................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 LED Indicators and Connectors.............................................................................................. 2
1.3 Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................. 4
1.3.1 Wired Connection for PC in LAN...................................................................................... 4
1.3.2 Wired Connection for Notebook in WLAN........................................................................ 5
1.3.3 Wireless Connection......................................................................................................... 6
1.3.4 POE Connection............................................................................................................... 7
Network Configuration................................................................................9
2.1 Windows 7 IPAddress Setup..................................................................................................9
2.2 Windows 2000 IPAddress Setup...........................................................................................11
2.3 Windows XP IP Address Setup............................................................................................. 12
2.4 Windows Vista IPAddress Setup.......................................................................................... 13
2.5 Accessing to Web User Interface.......................................................................................... 14
2.6 Changing Password.............................................................................................................. 15
2.7 Quick Start Wizard ................................................................................................................ 16
2.7.1 Configuring Wireless Settings Based on the Selected Operation Mode........................ 16
2.7.2 Configuring Security Settings.......................................................................................... 26
2.7.3 Finishing the Wireless Settings Wizard.......................................................................... 28
2.8 Online Status......................................................................................................................... 29
AdvancedConfiguration.................................................................................31
3.1 Operation Mode .................................................................................................................... 32
3.2 LAN ....................................................................................................................................... 33
3.3 General Concepts for Wireless LAN..................................................................................... 36
3.4 Wireless LAN Settings for AP Mode ..................................................................................... 38
3.4.1 General Setup................................................................................................................. 38
3.4.2 Security........................................................................................................................... 42
3.4.3 Access Control................................................................................................................ 45
3.4.4 WPS................................................................................................................................ 46
3.4.5 AP Discovery.................................................................................................................. 47
3.4.6 WMM Configuration........................................................................................................ 48
3.4.7 Station List...................................................................................................................... 50
3.4.8 Bandwidth Management................................................................................................. 51
3.5 WirelessLANSettingsforStation-InfrastructureMode.......................................................... 52

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3.5.1 General Setup................................................................................................................. 52
3.5.2 Site Survey ..................................................................................................................... 57
3.5.3 Statistics.......................................................................................................................... 57
3.5.4 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)......................................................................................... 58
3.6 Wireless LAN Settings for AP Bridge-Point to Point/AP Bridge-Point to Multi-Point Mode.. 60
3.6.1 General Setup................................................................................................................. 60
3.6.2 AP Discovery.................................................................................................................. 63
3.6.3 WDS AP Status .............................................................................................................. 65
3.7 Wireless LAN Settings for AP Bridge-WDS Mode ................................................................ 66
3.7.1 General Setup................................................................................................................. 66
3.7.2 Security........................................................................................................................... 71
3.7.3 Access Control................................................................................................................ 74
3.7.4 WPS................................................................................................................................ 75
3.7.5 AP Discovery.................................................................................................................. 77
3.7.6 WDS AP Status .............................................................................................................. 79
3.7.7 WMM Configuration........................................................................................................ 79
3.7.8 Station List...................................................................................................................... 81
3.6.9 Bandwidth Management................................................................................................. 82
3.8 Wireless LAN Settings for Universal Repeater Mode........................................................... 83
3.8.1 General Setup................................................................................................................. 83
3.8.2 Security........................................................................................................................... 87
3.8.3 Access Control................................................................................................................ 90
3.8.4 WPS................................................................................................................................ 91
3.8.5 AP Discovery.................................................................................................................. 92
3.8.6 Universal Repeater......................................................................................................... 94
3.8.7 WMM Configuration........................................................................................................ 97
3.8.8 Station List...................................................................................................................... 99
3.8.9 Bandwidth Management............................................................................................... 100
3.9 RADIUS Server................................................................................................................... 101
3.10 Applications....................................................................................................................... 102
3.10.1 Schedule..................................................................................................................... 102
3.11 System Maintenance......................................................................................................... 104
3.11.1 System Status............................................................................................................. 104
3.11.2 TR-069........................................................................................................................ 106
3.11.3 Administrator Password.............................................................................................. 108
3.11.4 Configuration Backup ................................................................................................. 109
3.11.5 Time and Date............................................................................................................ 110
3.11.6 Management............................................................................................................... 111
3.11.7 Reboot System........................................................................................................... 111
3.11.8 Firmware Upgrade...................................................................................................... 112
3.12 Diagnostics.........................................................................................................................112
3.12.1 System Log................................................................................................................. 112
3.12.2 Speed Test ................................................................................................................. 113
3.13 SupportArea......................................................................................................................113
Application and Examples......................................................................115
4.1 How to set different segments for different SSIDs in VigorAP 810......................................115

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Trouble Shooting.....................................................................................119
5.1 Checking If the Hardware Status Is OK or Not.....................................................................119
5.2 Checking If the Network Connection Settings on Your Computer Is OK or Not ................. 120
5.3 Pinging the Modem from Your Computer............................................................................ 122
5.4 Backing to Factory Default Setting If Necessary ................................................................ 123
5.5 Contacting Your Dealer....................................................................................................... 124

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1. .1 1 I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n
Thank you for purchasing this VigorAP 810! With this high cost-efficiency VigorAP 810,
computers and wireless devices which are compatible with 802.11n can connect to existing
wired Ethernet network via this VigorAP 810, at the speed of 300Mbps.
Easy install procedures allows any computer users to setup a network environment in very
short time - within minutes, even inexperienced users. Just follow the instructions given in
this user manual, you can complete the setup procedure and release the power of this access
point all by yourself!

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1. .2 2 L LE ED D I In nd di ic ca at to or rs s a an nd d C Co on nn ne ec ct to or rs s
Before you use the Vigor modem, please get acquainted with the LED indicators and
connectors first.
Status Explanation
Off The system is not ready or is failed.ACT
Blinking The system is ready and can work normally.
On A USB device is connected and active.USB
Blinking The data is transmitting.
On A normal connection is through its corresponding port.
Off LAN is disconnected.
LAN B
Blinking Data is transmitting (sending/receiving).
On A normal connection is through its corresponding port.LAN A1 - A4
Off LAN is disconnected.
On Press the button and release it within 2 seconds. When the
wireless function is ready, the green LED will be on.
Off Press the button and release it within 2 seconds to turn off
the WLAN function. When the wireless function is not
ready, the LED will be off.
WLAN
(Green LED) on
WLAN button
Blinking
(Green) Data is transmitting (sending/receiving).
WPS
(Orange LED) on
WLAN button
Blinking
( Orange ) When WPS function is enabled by web user interface,
press this button for more than 2 seconds to wait for
client’s device making
network connection through WPS.
When the orange LED blinks with 1 second cycle for 2
minutes, it means that the AP is waiting for wireless client
to connect
with it.
USB Connector for a printer.

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Interface Description
LAN B Connecter for xDSL / Cable modem (Giga level)
or router.
LAN A1 (PoE) -
A4 Connecter for xDSL / Cable modem (Giga level) / computer or router.
Restore the default settings. Usage: Turn on the
router. Press the button and keep for more than 6
seconds. Then the router will restart with the
factory default configuration.
ON/OFF: Power switch.
PWR: Connecter for a power adapter.

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1. .3 3 H Ha ar rd dw wa ar re e I In ns st ta al ll la at ti io on n
This section will guide you to install the VigorAP 810 through hardware connection and
configure the device’s settings through web browser.
Before starting to configure VigorAP 810, you have to connect your devices correctly.
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1. Connect VigorAP 810 to ADSL modem, router, or switch/hub in your network through
the LAN A port of the access point by Ethernet cable.
2. Connect a computer to other available LAN A port. Make sure the subnet IP address of
the PC is the same as VigorAP 810 management IP, e.g., 192.168.1.X.
3. Connect the A/C power adapter to the wall socket, and then connect it to the PWR
connector of the access point.
4. Power on VigorAP 810.
5. Check all LEDs on the front panel. ACT LED should blink and LAN LEDs should be
on if the access point is correctly connected to the ADSL modem or router.
(For the detailed information of LED status, please refer to section 1.2.)

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1. .3 3. .2 2 W Wi ir re ed d C Co on nn ne ec ct ti io on n f fo or r N No ot te eb bo oo ok k i in n W WL LA AN N
1. Connect VigorAP 810 to ADSL modem or router in your network through the LAN A
port of the access point by Ethernet cable.
2. Connect the A/C power adapter to the wall socket, and then connect it to the PWR
connector of the access point.
3. Power on VigorAP 810.
4. Check all LEDs on the front panel. ACT LED should be steadily on, LAN LEDs
should be on if the access point is correctly connected to the ADSL modem or router.
(For the detailed information of LED status, please refer to section 1.2.)

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VigorAP 810 can access Internet via an ADSL modem, router, or switch/hub in your
network through wireless connection.
1. Connect VigorAP 810 to ADSL modem or router via wireless network.
2. Connect the A/C power adapter to the wall socket, and then connect it to the PWR
connector of the access point.
3. Power on VigorAP 810.
4. Check all LEDs on the front panel. ACT LED should be steadily on, LAN LEDs
should be on if VigorAP 810 is correctly connected to the ADSL modem, router or
switch/hub.
(For the detailed information of LED status, please refer to section 1.2.)

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1. .3 3. .4 4 P PO OE E C Co on nn ne ec ct ti io on n
VigorAP 810 can gain the power from the connected switch, e.g., VigorSwitch P2260. PoE
(Power over Ethernet) can break the install limitation caused by the fixed power supply.
1. Connect VigorAP 810 to a switch in your network through the LAN A1 (PoE) port of
the access point by Ethernet cable.
2. Connect a computer to VigorSwitch P2260. Make sure the subnet IP address of the PC
is the same as VigorAP 810 management IP, e.g., 192.168.1.X.
3. Power on VigorAP 810.
4. Check all LEDs on the front panel. ACT LED should be steadily on, LAN LEDs
should be on if the access point is correctly connected to the ADSL modem, router or
switch/hub.

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N Ne et tw wo or rk k C Co on nf fi ig gu ur ra at ti io on n
After the network connection is built, the next step you should do is setup VigorAP 810 with
proper network parameters, so it can work properly in your network environment.
Before you can connect to the access point and start configuration procedures, your
computer must be able to get an IP address automatically (use dynamic IP address). If it’s set
to use static IP address, or you’re unsure, please follow the following instructions to
configure your computer to use dynamic IP address:
For the default IP address of this AP is set “192.168.1.2”, we recommend you to use
“192.168.1.X (except 2)” in the field of IP address on this section for your computer.
If the operating system of your computer is…
Windows 7 - please go to section 2.1
Windows 2000 - please go to section 2.2
Windows XP - please go to section 2.3
Windows Vista - please go to section 2.4
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Click Start button (it should be located at lower-left corner of your computer), then click
Control Panel. Double-click Network and Internet, and the following window will appear.
Click Network and Sharing Center.
Next, click Change adapter settings and click Local Area Connection.

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Then, select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.
Under the General tab, click Use the following IP address. Then input the following
settings in respective field and click OK when finish.
IP address: 192.168.1.9
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0