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VigorAP 918R Series

802.11ac Wave 2 Dual-Band PoE Outdoor Access Point

DrayTek VigorAP 918R Series is a compact outdoor wireless access point. It provides combined link rate up to 1.3 Gbps and a capacity of 200+ active users. The series includes an RPD model, which is equipped with a PoE-Out port to deliver connectivity and power to another network device, such as an IP camera, and the internal 5GHz directional patch antenna can enhance the wireless performance for long-range point-to-point connection.

Overview

AC1300

Delivers link rate up to 1.3 Gbps

256 Active Users

At Maximum, 128 per radio

IP-67

Rated Water and Dust Resistant

-40 to 70°C

Wide Operating Temperature Range

11ac Wave 2 Technology

The VigorAP 918R Series supports MU-MIMO for high-density applications.

Seamless Wi-Fi Roaming

Fast & Smooth Handover
  • Switch between access points seamlessly with intelligent roaming support.
  • Supports Over-the-DS (via wired backbone) and Over-the-Air handoffs for reliable connectivity during video calls, voice chats, and real-time applications.
Smarter Assisted Roaming
  • Signal thresholds and AP steering help devices move to stronger APs and balance network loads.
  • Enjoy stable performance across all devices, everywhere.
Always Optimized for Business
  • From offices to campuses, seamless roaming ensures uninterrupted mobility.
  • Reliable coverage built for the demands of modern workplaces.

Root AP for AP Management

The VigorAP 918R can act as the Root AP and manage up to 30 Node APs within the same LAN subnet.

Root AP Management
Top-Level Root AP

AP Management can work alongside Mesh at a higher level. The Root AP can manage wired APs operating in either AP mode or Mesh Root mode. After receiving its provisioning from the Root AP, a Mesh Root then synchronizes the configuration with its mesh members.

For small installations of up to 8 APs, Mesh with wired and wireless nodes is convenient; for larger installations, a hybrid solution that combines AP Management and Mesh is the better choice.

Retain High Performance

A wireless mesh uplink reduces performance, while a Node AP with a wired uplink consistently delivers high performance, so we always recommend a wired uplink whenever possible.

Zero Touch Deployment

After auto-detecting a Node AP and adding it to the management list, the Root AP provisions the relevant AP configuration to the Node APs.

Node AP Monitoring

Node APs are listed on one page with their IP address, operating channel, SSID of each radio, number of clients, and firmware version, so offline APs are easy to spot.

Flexible installation to deploy your PoE network

*Support on RPD model

Management Solution

All-in-One Management

Mesh

DrayTek Wireless app support, Discovery, Auto-Provisioning, Monitoring, Centralized Hierarchy View

VigorAP-based APM

Discovery, Auto-Provisioning, Monitoring

Vigor Router-based APM

Auto-Discovery, Profile-based Auto-Provisioning, Monitoring, Centralized View, Remote VigorAP Maintenance, Wi-Fi Client Load Balancing

Software Management

VigorACS 3
  • Provisioning
  • Monitoring
  • Centralized Hierarchy View
  • Alarm
  • Remote AP/Switch/Router Maintenance
  • Scheduled Maintenance
  • Report

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VigorACS 3
VigorConnect
  • AP/Switch Discovery
  • Auto-Provisioning
  • Monitoring
  • Centralized Hierarchy View
  • Alarm
  • Remote AP/Switch Maintenance
  • Scheduled Maintenance

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VigorConnect
DrayTek Wireless APP
  • Build Wireless Network
  • Monitoring
  • Parental Control & Client Management
  • Mesh WiFi Setup
  • Check signal strength and speed test
  • Scheduled Maintenance

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DrayTek Wireless APP
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  • VigorAP 918R Series
  • Antenna x 2
  • Mounting Kit
    (RPD Model)
  • 3-meter Ethernet Cable
  • Ground Cable & Screws
  • Pipe Clamp
  • Quick Start Guide

Note: The stated throughput figures are the maximums from DrayTek internal testing under optimal conditions, with Hardware Acceleration enabled where available. Actual performance may vary depending on network conditions and the applications enabled.

Models

ModelPoE-InPoE-OutExternal Dual-Band Antenna5GHz Directional Patch Antenna
VigorAP 918R1x GbE – 2 –
VigorAP 918RPD1x GbE1x GbE 2 ✓

Key Features

wireless mesh
Mesh (Wireless model only)

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

wi-fi roaming
Assisted Wi-Fi Roaming

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

outdoor environment
Weather Resistant

VigorAP 918R Series can withstand rain, heat, and cold to deliver internet connectivity to the outdoor environments.

RADIUS authentication
Local RADIUS Server

User profile database for local and external 802.1x authentication.

temperature sensor icon
Built-in Sensor

Built-in temperature and humidity sensor helps keep monitoring on temperature and humidity, and sends out SMS/Email alerts once reaching threshold.

Schdule
Wi-Fi Scheduling

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

SSID
Multiple SSIDs

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

power over ethernet
PoE Power Supply

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

airtime fairness
Airtime Fairness

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

captive portal
Hotspot Web Portal

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

band steering
Band Steering

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

wireless management
Central AP Management

Manage, maintain, and monitor VigorAP 918R Series from the DrayTek routers. Learn more

Specs

Specifications

Model
AP 918R
AP 918RPD
Ports
1 GbE12
Internal Temperature & Humidity Sensor✓✓
LAN
DHCP
DHCP Client
DHCP Server
DHCP Relay Agent
DHCP Client
DHCP Server
DHCP Relay Agent
Static IP✓✓
802.1q tag-based VLAN✓✓
WLAN
Band TypeDual-Band Dual-Band
Max. Clients256 256
2.4GHz WLAN
802.11 b/g/n
802.11 b/g/n
5GHz WLAN
802.11 a/n/ac Wave 2
802.11 a/n/ac Wave 2
Antennas2x External dipole DB1x Internal Directional Patched 5G, 2x External dipole DB
2.4GHz Max. Link Rate (Mbps)400400
5GHz Max. Link Rate (Mbps)867867
Operating Mode
AP
Mesh Root
Mesh Node
Range Extender
AP
Mesh Root
Mesh Node
Range Extender
Max. Number of SSIDs (per band)8 (4)8 (4)
MAC Address Filter (Max. entry number per SSID)256256
Security Mode
OWE
WEP
WPA
WPA2/WPA
WPA2
WPA3/WPA2
WPA3
OWE
WEP
WPA
WPA2/WPA
WPA2
WPA3/WPA2
WPA3
AuthenticationEnterprise, PersonalEnterprise, Personal
WMM✓✓
AirTime Fairness✓✓
Band Steering✓✓
Roaming
AP-Assisted Roaming
PMK-Caching
Pre-Authentication
AP-Assisted Roaming
PMK-Caching
Pre-Authentication
WPSPBC, PINPBC, PIN
WDSRepeaterRepeater
System Maintenance
Syslog✓✓
SNMPv1, v2c, v3v1, v2c, v3
Firmware UpgradeTFTP, TR-069, WUITFTP, TR-069, WUI
Backup/Restore✓✓
Management
Service Control
HTTP
HTTPS
Telnet
HTTP
HTTPS
Telnet
MeshNode, RootNode, Root
Virtual AP Controller (Device up to)3030
VigorConnect Management (Since f/w)V1.3.2V1.3.2
VigorACS Management (Since f/w)V1.3.2V1.3.2
PoE
PoE Input Power Supply48-56V @ 0.448-56V @ 0.9A
PoE InputPoE+ (802.3af/at)PoE+ (802.3af/at)
PoE OutputPoE+ (802.3af/at)
Physical
EnvironmentOutdoorOutdoor
MountingWall / PoleWall / Pole
Powered viaPoEPoE
Max. Power Consumption (watts)1818
Max. Power Consumption with PoE Output (watts)043.2
Dimension (mm)243 x 161 x 72243 x 161 x 72
Operating Temperature-40 to 70°C-40 to 70°C
Storage Temperature-40 to 85°C-40 to 85°C
Operating Humidity (non-condensing)5 to 95%5 to 95%

Note:

  • * : Future Support
  • The stated throughput performance figures are the maximum derived from DrayTek internal testing, conducted under optimal conditions, with Hardware Acceleration enabled where available. The actual performance may vary based on network conditions and activated applications.

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Resources

Firmware

VigorAP 918R Firmware Version 1.4.11

VigorAP 918R Firmware Version 1.4.11 Release Note

Live Demo

VigorAP 918R Live Demo

Manuals

VigorAP 918R User’s Guide

VigorAP 918R Quick Start Guide

Datasheet

VigorAP 918R Datasheet

Others

VigorAP 918R_CE

VigorAP 918R_PSTI