High Performance 802.11ax (WiFi 6, AX3600) Wireless Access Point for High-density Environment
VigorAP 1060C is equipped with 4×4:4 MU-MIMO for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz, and support an aggregated maximum link rate of 3.6Gbps. With MU-MIMO and OFDMA, it is suitable for high density environment, and can be configured as a master AP to manage up to 50 nodes such as VigorAPs in a LAN. It can be cloud-managed by VigorACS, and has a 2.5GbE uplink port supporting PoE+ 802.3at.
Remote Management
Supports VigorACS and VigorConnect for configuration provisioning, clients statistics, firmware upgrade and configuration backup. This AP can also be managed from smartphones or tablets through a DrayTek Wireless App.
High Performance 802.11ax (WiFi 6) Wireless AP
VigorAP 1060C is the most powerful wireless AP we’ve ever made. With 3.6 Gbps aggregated max rate, it’s suitable for high density environments. It can be cloud-managed by VigorACS, and also act as the master AP to manage up to 50 node VigorAPs in LAN.
802.11ax for High Performance and High Density
Equipped with 4×4:4 for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz, providing 3.6Gbps aggregated max link rate. With a 2.5GbE uplink port supporting PoE+ 802.3at. MU-MIMO and OFDMA improve efficiency in high density environment.
Third Radio for RF Analytics and Security
A third radio dedicated to scan the background RF for Zero-Wait DFS, auto channel and power management, and rouge AP detection.
Cloud Managed
Managed by VigorACS/VigorConnect for configuration provisioning, clients statistics, firmware upgrade and configuration backup.
Root AP for AP Management
VigorAP 1060C can work as the Root AP, scan and auto-provision settings to other node APs within the same LAN subnet. Capable to manage up to 50 VigorAPs.
Mobile Device Management
Create device-specific rules to block/allow connection. Monitor and track clients activities and connectivity.
High Performance 802.11ax Wireless
2.4GHz Wireless Performance (2.8 times faster)
802.11ax (4:4×4)
802.11n (2:2×2)
5GHz Wireless Performance (3.2 times faster)
802.11ax (4:4×4)
802.11ac (2:2×2)
Key Features
New OFDMA Feature for 802.11ax (WiFi 6) wireless AP
Higher Transmission Efficiency with OFDMA
OFDMA has been used in LTE for many years, and is now available in 802.11ax for multi-user mode.
With legacy OFDM, each frame is transmitted across the entire channel width. When the transmission rate is low, this causes more latency and jitters and lower the overall efficiency.
OFDMA splits a single frame into groups of subcarriers, and each subcarrier can be sent simultaneously. With multiple access mode, it allows multiple users to transmit at the same time thus improving efficiency and enhancing user experiences in high density environments.
OFDM

OFDMA

Third Radio for RF Analytics and Security
RF Analytics and Auto Channel
VigorAP 1060C has a dedicated third radio and can constantly monitor all channels for airtime availability and channel utilization. It presents 3 best quality channels for the administrator to select.

Wireless Security with WIDS
The AP constantly monitors the network for rouge AP. When an AP broadcasts an SSID that has been assigned, VigorAP 1060C will inform the network administrator.

Client Management with Captive Portal
Hotspot with External Captive Portal Server
Working as NAS (network access server), VigorAP 1060C supports the 802.1x standard. It can redirect new clients to the designated portal server to go through the hotspot login process and receive corresponding RADIUS attributes and perform bandwidth limit and time limit accordingly. This function is ideal for retail, restaurants, coffee shops, and hospitality to do WiFi marketing and learn more about their clients.

Mobile Device Management
Station List and Allow/Block List
The VigorAP records details of associated devices, including signal strength, airtime, link rate, data usage, etc. Network administrators can track clients’ connectivity and activities history on a panel. Allow/Block Lists can be created with MAC address or device type options to block suspicious activities.

Nearby Station Analytics
The VigorAP records signal strength against MAC addresses of both associated and non-associated devices nearby. This information helps network administrators to understand signal levels and network conditions for visitors, and to modify wireless network settings, such as access or client messages, for their business or organization.

AP-Assisted Roaming – built-in in all Vigor Access Points

Extend Transmission Range
When a Wi-Fi client moves out of its effective transmission range which is defined by the Basic Rate and/or Received Signal Strength threshold, the AP forces the Wi-Fi client to pick up a nearby access point with stronger signals thereby extending the range.
Improve Data Rates
When the “Minimum RSSI with Adjacent AP” option is set, APs or routers on the same local subnet will exchange client information with each other and switch to the AP or router that has the strongest signal, ensuring that data rates can be as good as possible.
Better User Experience
Instead of ineffective transmission with low basic rates or RSSI, the better links provide better user experience while saving the airtime.
No Controller Required
Assisted Roaming is a built-in feature in all Vigor Access Points and a number of Wi-Fi routers; it saves the need for an ad-hoc wireless controller and is an ideal solution for simple network deployments.
Root AP for AP Management
VigorAP 1060C is capable of working as a Root AP to manage up to 50 Node APs within the same LAN subnet.

First-Level Root AP
With mesh capability, this AP can work as a first-level root AP, and manage a number of wired APs in either AP mode, or in Mesh Root mode to synchronize with the mesh members. While this AP is ideal for small networks with up to 8 APs, it can also be deployed as part of a hybrid solution with AP management and mesh capability in a larger network.
High Performance
Wired uplink can be implemented to ensure high network performance, instead of wireless uplink which may introduce delays and affect network performance.
Auto-Detection
With auto-detection mode, the Root AP detects new APs and configure these into the network seamlessly.
Network Monitoring
Node APs are presented with IP address, operating channels, SSIDs, number of clients, and firmware versions in the same page. If an AP is offline it will be easily identified.
Three Modes in One Vigor Access Point
| AP Mode | Range Extender | Mesh |
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Management Solutions
| All-in-One Management | ||
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Mesh | VigorAP – based APM | Vigor Router-based APM |
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VigorConnect | VigorACS 3 |
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Key Feature LAN Management
DrayTek provides an all-in-one management platform for Vigor devices on the LAN side.
Automatic Device Discovery
All you need is connect the VigorAP to the LAN side of the router, Vigor Router will then discover the devices to be managed.

Provisioning
Wireless LAN profile may be set previously on the Vigor Router. Once the managed VigorAP is connecting to the router, the setting profile will be provisioned to the VigorAP automatically.
Monitoring
Vigor Router provides a centralized view of managing devices, you may always check if the managed VigorAP is online.
System Maintenance
You may perform a factory reset, save/restore a configuration backup, or trigger a remote reboot directly on the Vigor Router. There’s no need to log in to each device’s management page.
Manage from DrayTek Wireless App
Setup Guide:
![]() | This DrayTek wireless app is available from both Google Play Store and Apple App store: |
![]() | https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Draytek.draytek.vigormesh |
![]() | https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/draytek-wireless/id1434358876 |

In-the-Box

VigorAP 1060C

Mount Base
(for ceiling mounting)

Fixings and Screws
(for ceiling mounting)

Mount Base
(for wall mounting)

Screw set
(for wall/ceiling mounting)

RJ-45 Cable
(Ethernet)

Quick Start Guide
Note:
The throughput figures are maximum, based on DrayTek internal testing with optimal conditions. The actual performance may vary depending on the different network conditions and applications activated.
Vigor Indoor Access Points Comparison
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| Model | VigorAP 1060C | VigorAP 960C | VigorAP 1000C | VigorAP 912C | VigorAP 903 |
| LAN port | 1x 2.5 GbE PoE-In | 1 GbE PoE-In | 1 GbE + 1 GbE PoE-In | 1 GbE PoE-In | 4 GbE + 1 GbE PoE-In |
| USB Port | 1 x USB 2.0 | 1 x USB 2.0 | |||
| Antenna | 4 x 2.4GHz internal PIFA + 4 x 5GHz internal PIFA + 1 x internal PCB DB | 2 x dual band internal PIFA | 4 x 2.4GHz internal PIFA + 4 x 5GHz internal PIFA + 1 x internal PCB DB | 2 x dual band internal PIFA | 2 x dual band external |
| Number of GHz Bands | 1 x 2.4GHz + 1 x 5GHz + 1 x 2.4/5GHz RF Analytics Band | 1 x 2.4 GHz + 1 x 5 GHz | 1 x 2.4 GHz + 2 x 5 GHz | 1 x 2.4 GHz + 1 x 5 GHz | 1 x 2.4 GHz + 1 x 5 GHz |
| 2.4 GHz Standard | 802.11b/g/n/ax 4×4 MIMO | 802.11 b/g/n/ax | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 b/g/n |
| 5 GHz Standard | 802.11a/n/ac Wave 2/ax 4×4 MU-MIMO | 802.11 a/n/ac Wave 2/ax | 802.11 a/n/ac Wave 2 | 802.11 a/n/ac Wave 2 | 802.11 a/n/ac Wave 2 |
| 2.4 GHz Link Speed | 1200 Mbps | 600 Mbps | 400 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 400 Mbps |
| 5 GHz Link Speed | 2400 Mbps | 1200 Mbps | 867 Mbps | 867 Mbps | 867 Mbps |
| MIMO | 4×4 MU-MIMO | 2×2 MU-MIMO | 2×2 MU-MIMO | 2×2 MU-MIMO | 2×2 MU-MIMO |
| Max. Concurrent Active Users | 256 (128 per band) | 256 (128 per band) | 384 (128 per band) | 256 (128 per band) | 128 (64 per band) |
| Max. Number of SSIDs | 16 (8 per band) | 8 (4 per band) | 12 (4 per band) | 8 (4 per band) | 8 (4 per band) |
| AirTime Fairness | |||||
| Band Steering | |||||
| Mesh Managed | |||||
| Managed via DrayTek Wireless App | |||||
| Managed via Vigor Router APM | |||||
| Managed via VigorConnect | |||||
| Managed via ACS |
Specifications
Interface (hide)
| Interface | |
|---|---|
| LAN Port | 1x 2.5G/1G/100M/10M Ethernet, RJ-45 (PoE-PD Support) |
| Antenna | 4x Internal PIFA Single-Band (2.4G) 4x Internal PIFA Single-Band (5G) Gain: 5.1 dBi for 5GHz, 5 dBi for 2.4GHz1x Internal PCB DB (for scanning radio) Gain: 5.8 dBi for 5GHz, 4.3 dBi for 2.4GHz |
| Button | 1x Factory Reset Button |
| DC Power Jack | 1 |
| Security Lock | 1 |
Capacity (hide)
| Capacity | |
|---|---|
| 2.4GHz Peak Speed | 1200 Mbps |
| 5GHz Peak Speed | 2400 Mbps |
| Max. Concurrent Active Users | 256 (128 per band) |
WLAN (hide)
| WLAN | |
|---|---|
| 2.4GHz Standard | IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax 4×4 MIMO |
| 5GHz Standard | IEEE 802.11a/n/ac Wave 2/ax 4×4 MU-MIMO |
| Operating Mode | AP, Mesh Root, Mesh Node, Range Extender |
| Roaming | AP-Assisted Roaming, PMK-Caching, Pre-Authentication, 802.11 |
| AirTime Fairness | |
| Band Steering | |
| Auto Channel Selection | |
| Max. Number of SSIDs | 16 (8 per radio band) |
| WDS | |
| Client Number Limit | Per band, Per SSID |
| Connection Time Control | |
| WMM | |
Security (hide)
| Security | |
|---|---|
| Security Mode | WPA3, WPA3/WPA2, WPA2, WPA2/WPA, OWE, WPA, WEP, None |
| Authentication | Personal, Enterprise |
| WPS | PIN, PBC |
| Hidden SSIDs | |
| MAC Address Filter | Up to 256 entries |
| Wireless Client Isolation | |
| Mobile Device Management | |
Application (hide)
| Application | |
|---|---|
| Built-in RADIUS Server | |
| RADIUS Proxy | PEAP, EAP-TLS |
| Hotspot Web Portal | |
| DHCP | DHCP Server, DHCP, Client, DHCP Relay Agent |
| Static IP | |
| MAC Clone | |
| 802.1q VLAN | |
| Schedule | Auto-Reboot, Wi-Fi Up/Down, LED On/Off |
Management (hide)
| Management | |
|---|---|
| Local Service | HTTP, HTTPS, Telnet |
| Configuration | Stand Alone, TR-069 (VigorACS), VigorRouter APM, VigorAP Mesh Root |
| Firmware Upgrade | HTTP, TFTP, TR-069 |
| Tools | Speed Test, AP Discovery, Statistics, Interference Monitor |
| Configuration Backup and Restore | |
| Syslog | |
| Mail Alert | |
| SNMP | v1, v2c, v3 |
| Managed by VigorConnect | |
| Managed by VigorACS | |
| Central AP Management | 50 VigorAPs |
Physical (hide)
Notes:
- All specifications are subject to change without notice.
- The throughput figures are maximum, based on DrayTek internal testing with optimal conditions. The actual performance may vary depending on the different network conditions and applications activated.
DrayTek VigorAP 1060C (802.11ax, WiFi 6) Review
Published in APC Magazine Issue 503 – Feb 2022

Resources
High Performance 802.11ax (WiFi 6, AX3600) Wireless Access Point for High-density Environment
VigorAP 1060C is equipped with 4×4:4 MU-MIMO for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz, and support an aggregated maximum link rate of 3.6Gbps. With MU-MIMO and OFDMA, it is suitable for high density environment, and can be configured as a master AP to manage up to 50 nodes such as VigorAPs in a LAN. It can be cloud-managed by VigorACS, and has a 2.5GbE uplink port supporting PoE+ 802.3at.
Remote Management
Supports VigorACS and VigorConnect for configuration provisioning, clients statistics, firmware upgrade and configuration backup. This AP can also be managed from smartphones or tablets through a DrayTek Wireless App.
High Performance 802.11ax (WiFi 6) Wireless
2.4GHz Wireless Performance (2.8 times faster)
802.11ax (4:4×4)
802.11n (2:2×2)
5GHz Wireless Performance (3.2 times faster)
802.11ax (4:4×4)
802.11ac (2:2×2)
Key Features
New OFDMA Feature for 802.11ax (WiFi 6) wireless AP
Higher Transmission Efficiency with OFDMA
OFDMA has been used in LTE for many years, and is now available in 802.11ax for multi-user mode.
With legacy OFDM, each frame is transmitted across the entire channel width. When the transmission rate is low, this causes more latency and jitters and lower the overall efficiency.
OFDMA splits a single frame into groups of subcarriers, and each subcarrier can be sent simultaneously. With multiple access mode, it allows multiple users to transmit at the same time thus improving efficiency and enhancing user experiences in high density environments.
OFDM

OFDMA

Third Radio for RF Analytics and Security
RF Analytics and Auto Channel
VigorAP 1060C has a dedicated third radio and can constantly monitor all channels for airtime availability and channel utilization. It presents 3 best quality channels for the administrator to select.

Wireless Security with WIDS
The AP constantly monitors the network for rouge AP. When an AP broadcasts an SSID that has been assigned, VigorAP 1060C will inform the network administrator.

Client Management with Captive Portal
Hotspot with External Captive Portal Server
Working as NAS (network access server), VigorAP 1060C supports the 802.1x standard. It can redirect new clients to the designated portal server to go through the hotspot login process and receive corresponding RADIUS attributes and perform bandwidth limit and time limit accordingly. This function is ideal for retail, restaurants, coffee shops, and hospitality to do WiFi marketing and learn more about their clients.

Mobile Device Management
Station List and Allow/Block List
The VigorAP records details of associated devices, including signal strength, airtime, link rate, data usage, etc. Network administrators can track clients’ connectivity and activities history on a panel. Allow/Block Lists can be created with MAC address or device type options to block suspicious activities.

Nearby Station Analytics
The VigorAP records signal strength against MAC addresses of both associated and non-associated devices nearby. This information helps network administrators to understand signal levels and network conditions for visitors, and to modify wireless network settings, such as access or client messages, for their business or organization.

AP-Assisted Roaming – built-in in all Vigor Access Points

Extend Transmission Range
When a Wi-Fi client moves out of its effective transmission range which is defined by the Basic Rate and/or Received Signal Strength threshold, the AP forces the Wi-Fi client to pick up a nearby access point with stronger signals thereby extending the range.
Improve Data Rates
When the “Minimum RSSI with Adjacent AP” option is set, APs or routers on the same local subnet will exchange client information with each other and switch to the AP or router that has the strongest signal, ensuring that data rates can be as good as possible.
Better User Experience
Instead of ineffective transmission with low basic rates or RSSI, the better links provide better user experience while saving the airtime.
No Controller Required
Assisted Roaming is a built-in feature in all Vigor Access Points and a number of Wi-Fi routers; it saves the need for an ad-hoc wireless controller and is an ideal solution for simple network deployments.
Root AP for AP Management
VigorAP 1060C is capable of working as a Root AP to manage up to 50 Node APs within the same LAN subnet.

First-Level Root AP
With mesh capability, this AP can work as a first-level root AP, and manage a number of wired APs in either AP mode, or in Mesh Root mode to synchronize with the mesh members. While this AP is ideal for small networks with up to 8 APs, it can also be deployed as part of a hybrid solution with AP management and mesh capability in a larger network.
High Performance
Wired uplink can be implemented to ensure high network performance, instead of wireless uplink which may introduce delays and affect network performance.
Auto-Detection
With auto-detection mode, the Root AP detects new APs and configure these into the network seamlessly.
Network Monitoring
Node APs are presented with IP address, operating channels, SSIDs, number of clients, and firmware versions in the same page. If an AP is offline it will be easily identified.
Three Modes in One Vigor Access Point
| AP Mode |
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| Range Extender |
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| Mesh |
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Management Solutions
| All-in-One Management | ||
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Mesh | ||
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VigorAP – based APM |
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Vigor Router-based APM |
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| Software Management |
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VigorConnect |
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VigorACS 3 |
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Key Feature LAN Management
DrayTek provides an all-in-one management platform for Vigor devices on the LAN side.
Automatic Device Discovery
All you need is connect the VigorAP to the LAN side of the router, Vigor Router will then discover the devices to be managed.

Provisioning
Wireless LAN profile may be set previously on the Vigor Router. Once the managed VigorAP is connecting to the router, the setting profile will be provisioned to the VigorAP automatically.
Monitoring
Vigor Router provides a centralized view of managing devices, you may always check if the managed VigorAP is online.
System Maintenance
You may perform a factory reset, save/restore a configuration backup, or trigger a remote reboot directly on the Vigor Router. There’s no need to log in to each device’s management page.
Manage from DrayTek Wireless App

In-the-Box

VigorAP 1060C

Mount Base
(for ceiling mounting)

Fixings and Screws
(for ceiling mounting)

Mount Base
(for wall mounting)

Screw set
(for wall/ceiling mounting)

RJ-45 Cable
(Ethernet)

Quick Start Guide
Note:
The throughput figures are maximum, based on DrayTek internal testing with optimal conditions. The actual performance may vary depending on the different network conditions and applications activated.
Vigor Indoor Access Points Comparison
VigorAP 1060C (DISABLE)
VigorAP 960 (DISABLE)
VigorAP 1000 (DISABLE)
VigorAP 912C (DISABLE)
VigorAP 903 (DISABLE)
Specifications
Interface (DISABLE)
| Interface | |
|---|---|
| LAN Port: 1x 2.5G/1G/100M/10M Ethernet, RJ-45 (PoE-PD Support) | |
| Antenna: 4x Internal PIFA Single-Band (2.4G) 4x Internal PIFA Single-Band (5G) Gain: 5.1 dBi for 5GHz, 5 dBi for 2.4GHz1x Internal PCB DB (for scanning radio) Gain: 5.8 dBi for 5GHz, 4.3 dBi for 2.4GHz | |
| Button: 1x Factory Reset Button | |
| DC Power Jack: | 1 |
| Security Lock: | 1 |
Capacity (DISABLE)
| Capacity | |
|---|---|
| 2.4GHz Peak Speed: 1200 Mbps | |
| 5GHz Peak Speed: 2400 Mbps | |
| Max. Concurrent Active Users: 256 (128 per band) |
WLAN (DISABLE)
| WLAN | |
|---|---|
| 2.4GHz Standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax 4×4 MIMO | |
| 5GHz Standard: IEEE 802.11a/n/ac Wave 2/ax 4×4 MU-MIMO | |
| Operating Mode: AP, Mesh Root, Mesh Node, Range Extender | |
| Roaming: AP-Assisted Roaming, PMK-Caching, Pre-Authentication, 802.11 | |
| AirTime Fairness | |
| Band Steering | |
| Auto Channel Selection | |
| Max. Number of SSIDs: 16 (8 per radio band) | |
| WDS | |
| Client Number Limit: Per band, Per SSID | |
| Connection Time Control | |
| WMM | |
Security (DISABLE)
| Security | |
|---|---|
| Security Mode: WPA3, WPA3/WPA2, WPA2, WPA2/WPA, OWE, WPA, WEP, None | |
| Authentication: Personal, Enterprise | |
| WPS: PIN, PBC | |
| Hidden SSIDs | |
| MAC Address Filter: Up to 256 entries | |
| Wireless Client Isolation | |
| Mobile Device Management | |
Application (DISABLE)
| Application | |
|---|---|
| Built-in RADIUS Server | |
| RADIUS Proxy: PEAP, EAP-TLS | |
| Hotspot Web Portal | |
| DHCP: DHCP Server, DHCP, Client, DHCP Relay Agent | |
| Static IP | |
| MAC Clone | |
| 802.1q VLAN | |
| Schedule: Auto-Reboot, Wi-Fi Up/Down, LED On/Off | |
Management (DISABLE)
| Management | |
|---|---|
| Local Service: HTTP, HTTPS, Telnet | |
| Configuration: Stand Alone, TR-069 (VigorACS), VigorRouter APM, VigorAP Mesh Root | |
| Firmware Upgrade: HTTP, TFTP, TR-069 | |
| Tools: Speed Test, AP Discovery, Statistics, Interference Monitor | |
| Configuration Backup and Restore | |
| Syslog | |
| Mail Alert | |
| SNMP: v1, v2c, v3 | |
| Managed by VigorConnect | |
| Managed by VigorACS | |
| Central AP Management: 50 VigorAPs | |
Physical (DISABLE)
Note :
- All specifications are subject to change without notice.
- The throughput figures are maximum, based on DrayTek internal testing with optimal conditions. The actual performance may vary depending on the different network conditions and applications activated.
DrayTek VigorAP 1060C (802.11ax, WiFi 6) Review
Published in APC Magazine Issue 503 – Feb 2022





VigorAP – based APM











