Omni, unidirectional (panel) or all antennae can be active. Uni antenna can be used for point-to-point bridges. Secondary Ethernet port with PoE-out.

Description:

The DrayTek VigorAP 918RPD AC1300 WiFi 5 PoE+ Point to Point Link is designed for outdoor environments. It is ideal for providing wireless access to users and devices in any outdoor scenario, including restaurants, gardens, marinas, educational premises, or anywhere else where outdoor access is needed. The VigorAP 918RPD is a dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless Point to Point Link and range extender that can be used a part of a DrayTek Mesh Wireless solution, designed to eliminate wireless drop outs, stuttering videos, slow download speeds, poor signal and WiFi dead zones. One unit acts as the controller (Mesh root) and in total up to eight (8) units create an easy to manage wireless mesh (additional units sold separately). Extend coverage without running expensive cabling.

Features

• Ruggedised Outdoor AP
  Suitable for installation in any outdoor environment with water & dust resistant IP67 rated casing.
• Dual-Band 11ac Wave 2 Access Point
  Up to 866Mbps + 400Mbps total wireless bandwidth. Connect 128 clients per wireless band, 256 in total.
• Temperature Sensor
  Integrated temperature and humidity sensing ensures you're aware of water ingress or heat problems.
• Mesh Wireless
  Link up to eight (8) DrayTek VigorAP access points over wireless with Mesh. Mesh auto configures wireless links.
• Wireless Security & VLANs
  Secure your wireless networks with 802.1x and Access Control.
• AP & Repeater Modes
  Use the VigorAP 918RPD as an Access Point or extend an existing wireless network.
• Central Management with VigorACS
  Manage VigorAPs from the cloud with DrayTek VigorACS.
• Directional High-Gain Antenna
  Connect two locations wirelessly with the VigorAP 918RPD's directional antenna.
• Wireless Optimisation
  Band Steering, Airtime Fairness and AP-Assisted Mobility improve wireless network efficiency.
• Multi-SSID over Mesh
  Provide separate wireless networks for four (4) separate LANs over Mesh.
• Mesh – Auto-Optimisation
  DrayTek Mesh is Self-organising & Self-Healing to ensure reliable wireless connectivity.
• Easy to Configure and Manage
  Setup of the VigorAP 918RPD is easy with the DrayTek Wireless app.
• Central Management with a DrayTek Router
  Manage, monitor and provision VigorAPs connected to a DrayTek Vigor router.

Setup

Initial setup of the VigorAP 918RPD is easy with the DrayTek Wireless app – whether it's creating a new Mesh network or being set up in AP and Range Extender modes, the Quick Start Wizard assists throughout. Manage the VigorAP 918RPD centrally through the VigorACS central management platform, VigorConnect, Router AP Management, or simply on its own as a stand-alone access point.

Outdoor Wireless AP – Weather Resistant

The VigorAP 918RPD series is designed for use outdoors with a water and dust resistant IP67 casing. Designed to reliably operate in extreme hot or cold conditions, the VigorAP 918RPD is an ideal access point for permanent outdoor installation.

Mesh Wireless – Auto Optimising

DrayTek's Mesh system connects and intelligently manages a group of VigorAPs over wireless. The Self-Optimising Mesh ensures your wireless network nodes are always using the fastest path to the Mesh Root.

Gigabit PoE Ports

The VigorAP 918RPD is powered by Power over Ethernet by its Gigabit Ethernet port for convenient installation. Connect and power extra devices through the VigorAP 918RPD's secondary Gigabit Ethernet port with PoE-Output.

Easy to Configure and Manage

The DrayTek Wireless app simplifies setting up your network. Optionally configure and monitor through one of DrayTek's management platforms – VigorACS cloud, VigorConnect, Router AP Management, or directly via the AP's Web Interface.

Long Range Point-to-Point Wireless

Create long distance wireless links with the VigorAP 918RPD's High-Gain directional antenna. Connect two locations potentially over a kilometre apart with 11ac wireless. Signal strength LED indicators simplify aiming & installation.

Wireless Optimisation

• 802.11ac Wave 2 (WiFi 5): Multi-User MIMO improves efficiency.
• Band Steering: Allows 5GHz devices to achieve optimum speeds.
• Airtime Fairness: Improves time management for wireless clients.
• AP Assisted Roaming: Helps clients connect to the best AP.