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 Vigor 2930 Series Router Firewall     SME    
Vigor 2930 Series Router
  • Broadband Router/Firewall
  • Dual Ethernet WAN ports
  • Comprehensive and Robust Firewall
  • Content Filtering (by matched keyword or data type)
  • SurfControl Web Site Category Filtering
  • Ethernet and WLAN Virtual LAN segmentation (common/distinct)
  • Configurable QoS Features (For traffic prioritisation)
  • VPN Dial-in/dial-out with VPN hardware co-processor
  • 802.11n Draft 2.0 Wireless LAN ('n' models only)
  • Highly configurable but easy to install and monitor

Overview

The Vigor 2930 is a high-performance dual-WAN firewall. The two dedicated ethernet WAN ports can provide load balancing, WAN failover or bandwidth aggregation (increasing total bandwidth onto the Internet). Versions with SIP-Compliant VoIP (Voice-over-IP) and ISDN support are also available. High Speed total WAN througput of up to 70Mb/s is available, and IPSec VPN throughput of up to 40Mb/s. Extensive QoS support and comprehensive Web Content filtering features help you make the most efficient use of your bandwidth.

The Vigor 2930 is in an all-new DrayTek housing design with all LEDs and sockets provided conveniently on the front. This makes desk usage, wall mouting or rack-mousing (optional bracket required) all equally covenient.

Wireless LAN

Wireless LAN ('n' models only)

The Vigor2930 Series features the latest 802.11n Draft 2.0 wireless LAN specification and has been certified by the WiFi alliance for cross compatibility and WiFi compliance (including WPA/WPA2 and WMM).

802.11n Draft 2.0 provides a total wireless bandwidth of up to 300Mb/s using new methods such as packet aggregation and channel bonding. Throughput depends on your own environment (factors such as obstructions, number of hosts and distance all make a significant difference), but actual transfer speeds of 100Mb/s are achievable (based on our real world tests). In addition, 802.11n Draft 2.0 provides greater coverage and resilience to interference compared to previous wireless standards thanks to the MIMO technology and the Vigor's triple-antennae diversity arrangement. This offset arrangement of aerials provides offset paths between hosts so that interference can be overcome.

Wireless Security is comprehensive too; the Vigor 2930 Series provides several independent levels of security including encryption (up to WPA2), authentication (802.11x) and methods such as MAC address locking and DHCP fixing to restrict access to authorised users only. The Web interface lets you see how many and which clients are currently connected as well as their current bandwidth usage. An 'instant' block lets you disconnect a wireless user temporarily in case of query. The Wireless VLAN facility allows you to isolate wireless clients from each other or from the 'wired' LAN.

Your laptop PC's built-in wireless may not support 802.11n Draft 2.0 wireless, in which case you will need to add a new wireless LAN interface such as the DrayTek N61 USB adaptor. Click on 'accessories' for details.

For specialist coverage applications, optional aerials can be used with the Vigor 2930 to potentially increase the range of wireless coverage (depending on enviroment) or provide directional coverage in order that your wireless transmission is focussed and concentrated into one direction only, for example into a room or across open space.

Important Note : Wireless performance (speed and range) always depends on your specific environment and will vary considerably. Factors affecting performance include wireless traffic, other networks nearby, site construction, walls, ceilings and other electronic equipment nearby. The product may not be upgradable to future 802.11n Draft standards or be compatible with products from other manufacturers. Speeds quoted are the maximum wireless capacity, including RX/TX capacity, protocol overheads and all clients/hosts connected.

VoIP

Voice-over-IP Features ('V' model only)

The Voice-over-IP (VoIP) facilities on the Vigor 2930 'V' models within the series are extensive. Standard SIP compliance, with up to 12 simultaneous registrars (e.g. DrayTEL etc.) is supported, plus multiple codec support and many supplemental services enabling you to make thorough use of your Internet connection for Voice calls. Short codes (speed dials) and VoIP LCR ('Least Cost Routing') are also supported./p>

Vigor 2930VS Schematic

Vigor 2930VS Schematic

From left : Two analogue VoIP ports, two ISDN Sockets (One S0, one
switchable S0/NT), dual Ethernet WAN ports and four LAN Ethernet ports.

ISDN

ISDN Operation ('S' Models Only)

The Vigor2930 ('S' models) have two ISDN ports. Ports 1 and 2 can both be used as ISDN host ports, i.e. you can plug in any digital ISDN device such as an ISDN telephone or ISDN analogue adaptor (to convert to analogue phones). This is known as 'S0' mode. ISDN Port 2 can also be configured to be an ISDN Line Port ('NT mode') whereby you connect it to a BT ISDN line (or BT Highway). This ISDN access can be used for backup Internet access or it can be used as your primary/only Internet connectivity. See the diagram later on this page to understand the topology more clearly.

Note: In the UK, ISDN is not very commonly used, except for company switchboard feeds. Consequently, standalone ISDN products are not as widely available as they are in countries like Germany where ISDN is very common. Therefore, if you wish to obtain an ISDN telephone or analogue adaptor, they are available but you may have to check with a few suppliers. Models sold in the UK include the "Todos Phantom", "Todos Surflite" (Phone with two additional analogue phone ports), Tiptel 195. There are lots of German products with analogue ports (also known as 'a/b' ports). Sourcing such products is at your own risk; this information is for example guidance only.

Vigor 2930VS Schematic

Vigor 2930VS Schematic

From left : Two analogue VoIP ports, two ISDN Sockets (One S0, one
switchable S0/NT), dual Ethernet WAN ports and four LAN Ethernet ports.

Specification

Vigor2930 Series Specification

Screenshots

Explore the Web User Interface Here.

Vigor2930VS Front Panel

Accessories

Rack Mounting Kit

Vigor 2820 in RM1 Rack mounting bracket

The RM1 Rackmount Bracket enabled you to fit any Vigor2930 series router into a standard 19" rack or cabinet. The bracket takes up one rack slot (1U). The front mounted sockets remain fully accessible. For wireless models, we then recommend extension aerials (or aerial extensions).

Directional and Higher-Gain Aerials

DrayTek Aerials

Omnidirectional and Unidirectional aerials are available for increased coverage or other specialist requirements. For full specifications, click here.

Wireless LAN Adaptors


The Vigor N61 USB Wireless Adaptor adds 802.11b/g/d (Draft 2.0) to any Windows XP/Vista laptop or Desktop PC via the USB port.

Comparison

Router Comparison Chart

DrayTek Vigor Router Comparison Chart

The above comparison chart is provided for approximate guidance; please refer to the full specification of each model for the exact product capabilities. E&OE. ©2008

©2008 SEG. Reproduction prohibited without written permission. Specification subject to change at any time without notice. E&OE. Trademarks are acknowledged of their respective owners. No specific endorsement is implied by the mention of any particular service provider.