Draytek Vigor 160 Series Quick Start Manual

Draytek Vigor 160 Series Quick Start Manual

35b/g g.fast / vdsl2 modem
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  • Page 2 Version: 2.0 Firmware Version: V4.1.0 BT Region: United Kingdom & Ireland For updates and support, visit www.draytek.co.uk Date: March 2020 Note: Product specification is subject to continuous evolution which may not always be reflected in current documentation. For the formal specification...
  • Page 3 (2) years from the date of purchase from a DrayTek authorized dealer in the UK/Ireland. Please keep your purchase receipt in a safe place as it serves as proof of date of purchase.
  • Page 4 EU Declaration of Conformity We DrayTek Corp. , office at No.26, Fu Shing Road, HuKou County, Hsin-Chu Industry Park, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan , R.O.C., declare under our sole responsibility that the product ⚫ Product name: 35b/G.Fast Modem ⚫ Model number: Vigor165, Vigor166 ⚫...
  • Page 5 The outside of the product’s box will state the region compatibility (e.g. “Applied Region: UK”). If you are unsure, check with DrayTek or your supplier. The use of unofficial components (e.g. PSUs) or adapting interfaces or the use of unauthorized software/firmware may cause malfunction, product damage or personal danger and invalidates your warranty and access to support services.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Due to the continuous evolution of DrayTek technology and emerging risks, Updates router firmware updates may be issued. Please consult the DrayTek web site for more information on newest firmware, tools and documents: www.draytek.co.uk (For UK/Ireland) 1. Introduction ......................1 2.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing this DrayTek Vigor 166 G.Fast DSL modem. It provides Internet connectivity through G.Fast, VDSL and ADSL lines, outputting to 2x Gigabit (1000BaseT) Ethernet ports. The Vigor 166’s primary function is as a transparent bridge modem for G.Fast and xDSL services – not as a router/firewall in itself. It connects a secondary router or other device to your G.Fast / DSL line,...
  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Vigor 166 Modem Quick Start Guide RJ-45 Cable (Ethernet) RJ-11 to RJ-11 Cable (Annex A) UK-type Power Adapter The type of the power adapter depends on the country that the modem will be installed. * The maximum power consumption is 7.5 Watts.
  • Page 9: Panel Explanation

    ON/OFF: Power switch. Connecter for a power adapter. Use only the original PSU supplied with the unit, or an original replacement supplied by DrayTek. Note Remove the protective film from the router before use to ensure...
  • Page 10: Hardware Installation

    This section details the physical installation of the Vigor 166 modem, connecting up the cables to the modem so that it can be used for Internet access. The modem can optionally be wall-mounted for secure installation. Connect the DSL interface to the MODEM or DSL port of the external splitter/microfilter (not supplied) with the RJ-11 line cable.
  • Page 11: Wall-Mounted Installation

    The Vigor 166 modem has keyhole type mounting slots on the underside for secure wall mounting. A template is provided on the Vigor160 series packaging box to enable you to space the screws correctly on the wall. Place the template on the wall and drill holes at the marked points. Fit screws into the wall using the appropriate type of wall plug.
  • Page 12: Setup & Configuration

    & & The Vigor 166 can be used either as a modem, bridging G.Fast or VDSl2 to its Ethernet ports, or as a router, connecting directly to the Internet and providing connectivity to any connected devices. The Vigor 166 is pre-configured to work with most UK ISPs, with ideal settings for connecting to the Openreach G.Fast / VDSL2 network, adding VLAN tag 101 to any traffic passing through it.
  • Page 13: Using The Vigor 166 As A Modem

    You should change that password from the system maintenance menu before you leave the modem’s setup screens. The Dashboard of the Vigor 166 shows the current DSL sync status and connected ports: By default, the Vigor 166 is operating in Modem/Bridge mode, this means that the interface is streamlined, providing only options required for operating as a modem.
  • Page 14: Checking G.fast & Dsl Status

    To use the Vigor 166 as a modem, connect a LAN port (P1/P2) to your router’s RJ-45 Ethernet (WAN) port. Connect the DSL port of the Vigor 166 to your ISP’s RJ-11 DSL wall socket or microfilter. Check the LED lights on the Vigor 166 to determine its connection status: •...
  • Page 15: Changing Vlan Tag Configuration

    This value is correct for ISPs that operate over the Openreach VDSL2 & G.Fast network. If your ISP operates over a different xDSL network, this tag value may differ. Please check with your ISP or the DrayTek UK Knowledgebase for ISP specific guides.
  • Page 16: Using The Vigor 166 As A Router

    The Vigor 166 can be used as either a modem or router, with the default being Modem/Bridge mode. To configure the Vigor 166 as a router, access the web interface and go to the [Operation Mode] menu: Select Router Mode and click Next. Go through the steps in the setup wizard to complete the process, which configures the Vigor 166’s new LAN IP and its Internet connection type.
  • Page 17: Connect To Isp With Username & Password

    To configure your Internet connection, refer to the next two sections of this quick start guide. If these settings don’t work for you, or if you’re not sure what to set, see the DrayTek knowledgebase on www.draytek.co.uk/support for further information (for UK/Ireland users – other countries or regions will likely be completely different).
  • Page 18 Click OK on this page to apply the changes and the router will then prompt to restart. Click the OK button to restart the router. Once the router has restarted, the [Dashboard] and the [Online Status] > [Physical Connection] pages will display the VDSL information and PPP connection status.
  • Page 19: Connect To Isp With Dhcp / Static Ip

    If your Internet connection does not require a Username & Password to connect or uses a static IP with a subnet mask & gateway address, configure the Vigor 166 to connect to the Internet with these settings. Once the Vigor 166 is operating in Router mode, go to [Internet Access] >...
  • Page 20: Getting Further Help

    You should keep your proof of purchase (original invoice) safely in case warranty or other service is ever required. Now that your have your DrayTek product, you should keep up to date with product updates (firmware), security advisories and other product news, advice or special offers.

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