DrayTek Vigor 2927AX Dual WAN Ethernet Firewall VPN Router User Manual

1. Gabatarwa

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, configuration, and operation of your DrayTek Vigor 2927AX Dual WAN Ethernet Firewall VPN Router. The Vigor 2927AX is designed to deliver robust and secure network connectivity for small to medium-sized businesses, offering advanced features such as Dual WAN load balancing, Wi-Fi 6 wireless, Gigabit LAN ports, and extensive VPN capabilities.

2. Bayanin Tsaro

• Tabbatar cewa an sanya na'ura mai ba da hanya tsakanin hanyoyin sadarwa a wuri mai kyau, nesa da hasken rana kai tsaye, tushen zafi, da danshi.
• Yi amfani da adaftar wutar lantarki da aka bayar tare da na'urar kawai. Amfani da adaftar da ba daidai ba na iya lalata na'urar sadarwa kuma ya ɓata garantin.
• Kar a buɗe na'urar sadarwa casing. Koma duk hidima ga ƙwararrun ma'aikata.
• Ajiye na'urar daga yara.
• Disconnect power during electrical storms or when unused for long periods.

3. Abubuwan Kunshin

Tabbatar cewa kunshin ku ya ƙunshi abubuwa masu zuwa:

• DrayTek Vigor 2927AX Router
• Adaftar Wuta
• Ethernet Cable
• Jagoran Fara Mai Sauri

4. Hardware Ya Ƙareview

4.1 Gaban gaba

The front panel of the Vigor 2927AX features various LED indicators and ports for status monitoring and connectivity.

Hoto: Front panel of the DrayTek Vigor 2927AX router, highlighting its LED status indicators, two USB ports, two WAN ports (WAN1 and WAN2/LAN6), and five Gigabit LAN ports (P1-P5).

1. Matsayin LED: Provide live feedback on the router's operational status, including power, internet connectivity, Wi-Fi activity, and LAN port status.
2. 2x USB Ports (USB1, USB2): Used for connecting 3G/4G/5G USB modems for failover or load balancing, or for connecting USB storage devices for network-attached storage (NAS) functionality.
3. Dual WAN Ports (WAN1, WAN2/LAN6): WAN1 is a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet port. WAN2/LAN6 is a configurable Gigabit Ethernet port that can function as a second WAN port for multi-WAN connectivity or as an additional LAN port.
4. 5x LAN Ports (P1-P5): Gigabit Ethernet ports for connecting local network devices such as computers, servers, network printers, and network-attached storage (NAS) devices.

4.2 Rear Panel

The rear panel typically includes the power input, power switch, and a factory reset button.

• Shigar da Wuta: Yana haɗi zuwa adaftar wutar lantarki da aka bayar.
• Canjin Wuta: Yana kunna ko kashe na'ura mai ba da hanya tsakanin hanyoyin sadarwa.
• Maɓallin Sake saitin masana'anta: Used to restore the router to its default factory settings. Press and hold for approximately 5-10 seconds while the router is powered on.

5. Saita

5.1 Haɗin Farko

1. Haɗa Ikon: Connect the power adapter to the router's power input and plug it into an electrical outlet. Turn on the power switch.
2. Haɗa WAN:
   • For primary internet access, connect your modem or fiber optic terminal (ONT) to the WAN1 port using an Ethernet cable.
   • If using a second internet connection, connect its modem/ONT to the WAN2/LAN6 tashar jiragen ruwa.
   • For 3G/4G/5G failover, insert a compatible USB modem into one of the USB tashoshin jiragen ruwa.
3. Haɗa LAN: Connect a computer or network switch to any of the LAN ports (P1-P5) ta amfani da kebul na Ethernet.

Hoto: The DrayTek Vigor 2927AX router, illustrating its physical appearance and port layout for initial setup.

5.2 Samun dama ga Web Interface

1. Tabbatar cewa kwamfutarka tana da tashar LAN ta na'urar sadarwa.
2. Bude a web browser (misali, Chrome, Firefox, Edge).
3. A cikin sandar adireshin, rubuta adireshin IP na asali: 192.168.1.1 kuma danna Shigar.
4. Enter the default username (admin) da kalmar wucewa (admin). It is highly recommended to change the default password immediately after the first login for security purposes.

5.3 Ƙimar Kanfigareshan

Upon first login, you may be guided through a Quick Start Wizard to configure basic internet settings and Wi-Fi.

• Saitunan WAN: Configure your internet connection type (e.g., PPPoE, DHCP, Static IP) for WAN1 and WAN2.
• Saitunan Wi-Fi: Set up your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. The Vigor 2927AX supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for enhanced performance.

6. Umarnin Aiki

6.1 Dual WAN Load Balancing and Failover

The Vigor 2927AX supports multiple WAN interfaces, allowing for increased bandwidth and connection reliability.

Hoto: Diagram illustrating the router's capability to connect to various internet sources like VDSL, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi WAN for multi-WAN functionality.

• Daidaita Load: Distributes internet traffic across multiple WAN connections to optimize bandwidth usage. Configure this under WAN > Saitin Gabaɗaya.
• Rashin nasara: Automatically switches to a backup WAN connection if the primary connection fails, ensuring continuous internet access. This can be configured for both wired WANs and USB 3G/4G/5G modems.

6.2 VPN Kanfigareshan

The router supports up to 50 VPN tunnels, enabling secure remote access and site-to-site connections.

Hoto: Visual representation of VPN tunnels securing connections between a headquarters, a branch office, and a remote home user through the Vigor router.

• SSL VPN: Provides clientless remote access via a web browser. Configure under VPN da Samun dama daga Nesa > SSL VPN.
• IPsec/PPTP/L2TP VPN: For site-to-site connections and client-based remote access. Configure under VPN da Samun dama daga Nesa > LAN zuwa LAN or Mai Amfani da Kiran Nesa.
• OpenVPN: Supports OpenVPN for flexible and secure VPN connections.

6.3 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Wireless

The Vigor 2927AX features dual-band Wi-Fi 6 for high-speed and efficient wireless connectivity.

Hoto: Illustration of the router's dual-band Wi-Fi coverage, showing devices connected to both the 2.4GHz (AX600) and 5GHz (AX2400) wireless networks.

• DualBand: Operates on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies. Configure SSIDs, security, and channels under Wireless LAN > General Setup.
• Wi-Fi baƙo: Create isolated wireless networks for guests with custom login pages and time/data limits. Access this feature under Wireless LAN > General Setup > Multi-SSID.

6.4 VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks)

VLANs allow you to segment your network into multiple logical broadcast domains, enhancing security and network management.

Hoto: A diagram illustrating how the Vigor router can be used with a SmartLite switch to create and manage VLANs, separating different groups of network devices.

• Configure VLANs under LAN > VLAN. You can assign VLAN IDs to specific LAN ports or SSIDs.

6.5 Firewall and Content Filtering

The router includes an advanced firewall and content filtering features to protect your network.

• Firewall: Configure rules to control inbound and outbound traffic under Firewall > Saitin Matata.
• Tace abun ciki: Block access to specific websites or categories of content using URL Content Filter or Web Content Filter (requires subscription).

6.6 Ingancin Sabis (QoS)

QoS allows you to prioritize network traffic, ensuring critical applications like VoIP and video conferencing receive sufficient bandwidth.

Hoto: A diagram demonstrating Quality of Service (QoS) settings, where different applications and services are assigned varying priority levels to optimize network performance.

• Configure QoS rules under Gudanar da Bandwidth > QoS.

7. Kulawa

7.1 Sabunta Firmware

A riƙa sabunta firmware na na'urar sadarwa akai-akai don tabbatar da ingantaccen aiki, tsaro, da kuma samun sabbin fasaloli.

1. Download the latest firmware from the official DrayTek website.
2. Shiga zuwa na'ura mai ba da hanya tsakanin hanyoyin sadarwa web interface and navigate to Kula da Tsarin > Haɓaka Firmware.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to upload and install the firmware. Do not power off the router during the upgrade process.

7.2 Backup and Restore Configuration

It is recommended to back up your router's configuration settings before making significant changes or performing firmware upgrades.

• To back up, go to Kula da Tsarin > Ajiyewa Ajiyar Saita.
• To restore, use the same menu and upload your saved configuration file.

7.3 Sake saitin masana'anta

A factory reset will revert all settings to their default values. This can be useful for troubleshooting or when reconfiguring the router from scratch.

• Sake saita Hardware: With the router powered on, use a paperclip to press and hold the Sake saitin masana'anta button on the rear panel for 5-10 seconds until the ACT LED flashes rapidly.
• Sake saitin software: Kewaya zuwa System Maintenance > Factory Default a cikin web dubawa.

8. Shirya matsala

• Babu Samun Intanet:
  • Check WAN LED status. If off, verify cable connection to modem/ONT.
  • Ensure WAN settings (PPPoE, DHCP, Static IP) are correctly configured in the web dubawa.
  • Restart the modem/ONT and then the router.
• Ba za a iya shiga ba Web Interface:
  • Ensure your computer's IP address is set to obtain automatically (DHCP).
  • Verify physical connection to a LAN port.
  • Try pinging 192.168.1.1. If unsuccessful, perform a factory reset.
• Gudun Wi-Fi a hankali:
  • Duba ko akwai tsangwama daga wasu na'urori ko hanyoyin sadarwa.
  • Ensure your devices support Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for optimal performance.
  • Adjust Wi-Fi channels to less congested ones.
  • Ensure the router is centrally located and not obstructed.
• VPN Connection Issues:
  • Verify VPN server and client configurations match.
  • Check firewall rules to ensure VPN traffic is allowed.
  • Ensure correct authentication credentials are used.

9. Ƙayyadaddun bayanai

10. Garanti da Tallafawa

DrayTek products typically come with a limited hardware warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official DrayTek website.

For technical support, firmware downloads, and additional documentation, please visit the DrayTek support portal or contact your local DrayTek distributor.

• Na hukuma Website: www.draytek.com
• Taimako Portal: Koma ga hukuma website for regional support contacts and resources.