New DrayTek Dual Band WiFi 6 Access Point – VigorAP 906

Concurrent Dual-band Wave 2/802.11ax with 2×2 MU-MIMO
Wi-Fi speeds up to 2402 Mbps for 5GHz band and 574 Mbps for 2.4GHz band
5 x GbE LAN ports (including 1 x 802.3at PoE)
Hardware Acceleration for improved data throughput
Features AirTime Fairness and Band Steering for better Wi-Fi user experience
Built-in RADIUS server for 802.1x authentication
4 SSIDs for each Wi-Fi band with unique VLAN setting, Access Control, and Bandwidth Limit policies
Improve roaming experience by Fast Roaming & AP-assisted Roaming
Multiple operating modes – AP, Mesh* (Mesh Root or Mesh Node) and Range Extender

Plug-n-Play Meshing*
Built-in Diagnostic Tools (Speed Test, AP Discovery, Statistics, Interference Monitor)
Supports VigorACS 3 Central Management Software for remote management
Supports VigorConnect free software for local network management** Learn more
Manageable from Smartphone or Tablet using DrayTek Wireless App** Learn More
Central AP Management to manage up to 30 VigorAP’s
Wall-mount housing
2 years back to base warranty

* The VigorAP 906 Wi-Fi can only be set up with another AP906 or ax Wi-Fi routers such as Vigor2135ax, 2765ax, 2865ax and 2927ax
** Feature will be enabled in firmware version 1.4.6

WiFi 6 (802.11ax, AX 3000) wall-mount/desktop wireless access point

The DrayTek VigorAP 906 is a dual-band 802.11ax wireless Access Point suitable for high-density environments where a large number of concurrent Wi-Fi connections need to be supported, such as in classrooms, conferences, offices, public events, etc.

2×2 MU-MIMO and Beamforming features provide excellent Wi-Fi connectivity with a maximum of 3 Gbps aggregated link data rate. The Plug-n-Play Mesh technology in the VigorAP 906 supports up to 7 Mesh node Access Points to be wirelessly interconnected as a Mesh group to provide extended wireless coverage. This can be quickly and easily set up using the built-in Quick Start Wizard or with the free Smartphone app that is available from DrayTek. (check mesh compatible list for more details).

The Wi-Fi Mesh technology in VigorAP 906 improves the reliability of the network with the redundancy features ensuring alternative paths are available in the event of uplink connection failures, so as to maintain the continuity of Wi-Fi services.

The VigorAP 906 features the latest 802.11ax Wi-Fi technology with a combined throughput of 3000 Mbps (2402 Mbps for the 5 GHz band and 574 Mbps for the 2.4 GHz band).

VigorAP 906 can function as the Root AP to scan and auto-provision settings to up to 30 Vigor APs within the same LAN subnet. The 5 Gigabit LAN ports can be divided into two segments, with 4 ports in segment A and 1 port in segment B.

AX 3000

Delivers link rates up to 3 Gbps

254 Users

Maximum of 127 users per band

5 GbE LAN Ports

5x 10/100/1000M Base-T RJ-45

1 PoE port

802.3at compliant

Key Features

PoE Power Supply

Simplify the infrastructure by getting data and power through a single cable.

Wi-Fi Scheduling

Schedule Wi-Fi On and Off to control wireless access and save energy.

Multiple SSID

Mapping Wi-Fi clients to different VLANs and have a different set of security standards Learn how

Local RADIUS Server

User profile database for local and external 802.1x authentication.

Airtime Fairness

Equalize the transmission time of each client so the legacy devices won’t slow everyone down. Learn more

Hotspot Web Portal

Market your business and communicate with the guests while offering hospitality WLAN. Learn more

Band Steering

Redirect 5GHz-capable devices to the 5GHz radio to get a faster speed. Learn more

Central AP Management

Manage, maintain, and monitor VigorAP 906 from the DrayTek routers. Learn more

Assisted Wi-Fi Roaming

Solve the sticky client problem and improve Wi-Fi roaming experience. Learn more

Mesh (Wireless model only)

Easily link to other VigorAP to expand the wireless network. Learn more

PoE Power Supply

Simplify the infrastructure by getting data and power through a single cable.

Wi-Fi Scheduling

Schedule Wi-Fi On and Off to control wireless access and save energy.

Multiple SSID

Mapping Wi-Fi clients to different VLANs and have a different set of security standards Learn how

Local RADIUS Server

User profile database for local and external 802.1x authentication.

Airtime Fairness

Equalize the transmission time of each client so the legacy devices won’t slow everyone down. Learn more

Hotspot Web Portal

Market your business and communicate with the guests while offering hospitality WLAN. Learn more

Band Steering

Redirect 5GHz-capable devices to the 5GHz radio to get a faster speed. Learn more

Central AP Management

Manage, maintain, and monitor VigorAP 906 from the DrayTek routers. Learn more

Assisted Wi-Fi Roaming

Solve the sticky client problem and improve Wi-Fi roaming experience. Learn more

Mesh (Wireless model only)

Easily link to other VigorAP to expand the wireless network. Learn more

New OFDMA Feature for 802.11ax (WiFi 6) wireless AP

Higher Transmission Efficiency with OFDMA

OFDMA has been used in LTE for many years, and is now available in 802.11ax for multi-user mode.

With legacy OFDM, each frame is transmitted across the entire channel width. When the transmission rate is low, this causes more latency and jitters and lower the overall efficiency.

OFDMA splits a single frame into groups of subcarriers, and each subcarrier can be sent simultaneously. With multiple access mode, it allows multiple users to transmit at the same time thus improving efficiency and enhancing user experiences in high density environments.

OFDM

OFDMA

Mobile Device Management

Station List and Allow/Block List

The VigorAP records details of associated devices, including signal strength, airtime, link rate, data usage, etc. Network administrators can track clients’ connectivity and activities history on a panel. Allow/Block Lists can be created with MAC address or device type options to block suspicious activities.

Nearby Station Analytics

The VigorAP records signal strength against MAC addresses of both associated and non-associated devices nearby. This information helps network administrators to understand signal levels and network conditions for visitors, and to modify wireless network settings, such as access or client messages, for their business or organization.

AP-Assisted Roaming – built-in in all Vigor Access Points

Extend Transmission Range

When a Wi-Fi client moves out of its effective transmission range which is defined by the Basic Rate and/or Received Signal Strength threshold, the AP forces the Wi-Fi client to pick up a nearby access point with stronger signals thereby extending the range.

Improve Data Rates

When the “Minimum RSSI with Adjacent AP” option is set, APs or routers on the same local subnet will exchange client information with each other and switch to the AP or router that has the strongest signal, ensuring that data rates can be as good as possible.

Better User Experience

Instead of ineffective transmission with low basic rates or RSSI, the better links provide better user experience while saving the airtime.

No Controller Required

Assisted Roaming is a built-in feature in all Vigor Access Points and a number of Wi-Fi routers; it saves the need for an ad-hoc wireless controller and is an ideal solution for simple network deployments.

Manage from DrayTek Wireless App

(This feature will be enabled in firmware version 1.4.6)

DrayTek has produced a Wireless app that allows configuration and management of Wireless Mesh networks from smartphone and tablet devices.

DrayTek’s Wireless app allows network administrators to:

Intuitively and easily setup a Vigor Mesh group from scratch.
Scan and sync configurations to newly added VigorAPs.
Configure the Wi-Fi network for SSID/password, channel, admin password, TR-069, etc.
Monitor Mesh node APs for Wi-Fi signal strength and topology.
Monitor Wi-Fi clients with device name, signal strength, real-time data rate, etc.

Setup Guide:

How to set up a mesh network on VigorAP using DrayTek Wireless App

	This DrayTek wireless app is available from both Google Play Store and Apple App store:
	https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Draytek.draytek.vigormesh
	https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/draytek-wireless/id1434358876

Three Modes in One Vigor Access Point

AP Mode

The mode mostly used
VigorAP acts as a bridge between wireless devices and wired Ethernet network, and exchanges data between them.

Range Extender

VigorAP act as a wireless repeater
It can be a Station and an AP at the same time

Mesh

Wirelessly connect 1~8 APs, and form a Mesh Group
A mesh network creates a set of links automatically and calculate the most optimal wireless path through the wireless network back to a wired Mesh Root.

AP Mode

The mode mostly used
VigorAP acts as a bridge between wireless devices and wired Ethernet network, and exchanges data between them.

Range Extender

VigorAP act as a wireless repeater
It can be a Station and an AP at the same time

Mesh

Wirelessly connect 1~8 APs, and form a Mesh Group
A mesh network creates a set of links automatically and calculate the most optimal wireless path through the wireless network back to a wired Mesh Root.