VigorACS 3 vs. VigorACS 2
VigorACS 2, DrayTek’s popular network management software, will be discontinued at the end of 2023.
It is replaced by VigorACS 3, which has all the features of VigorACS 2 but with improvements in the frontend and backend. These include the web interface and support for SD-WAN with:
- Auto VPN (Hub-and-Spoke as well as Full Mesh)
- Auto VoIP WAN
- Traffic Control with SD-WAN Route Policy
- Application Route Policy
An additional feature is Centralised Hotspot Portal.
Existing VigorACS 2 subscribers can upgrade to VigorACS 3 completely free of charge. The VigorACS 2 licence key is fully transferrable. For more information, check out the following Application Note: Click here >>
If you wish to upgrade to the latest released software, please contact us at support@draytek.com.au for download instructions.
VigorACS 3 – Network Management Software
SD-WAN policy for HQ and branch
* Vigor3910 will be SD-WAN enabled in the latest firmware version 4.3.1
VigorACS 3 is the latest version of DrayTek’s popular network management software. It supports all current DrayTek routers, access points, and switches, providing an integrated platform for network administrators to configure, provision, and monitor DrayTek devices remotely from the comfort of their offices or homes.
VigorACS 3 is the core of the DrayTek SD-WAN solution, and provides a user-friendly interface with a responsive display that automatically adjusts and arranges content to suit a variety of devices such as PCs, tablets, or phones.
Compatible Devices for VigorACS 3
Why SD-WAN
- VigorACS 3 monitors Internet-based applications (VoIP, video conferencing, media streaming, web browsing, etc.), and displays usage and performance data (latency, loss, jitter, Mean Opinion Score (MOS) given by the users, call history, etc.).
- Network administrators can refer to these data, and set SD-WAN policies to ensure traffic for the selected applications (e.g. VoIP) to be routed through the best quality interfaces.
Network diagram with SaaS and Cloud applications for branches
An example of SaaS and Cloud applications from HQ with VigorACS 3
- User experience will be optimized with the SD-WAN policies, in addition to Load Balance, Failover, and Route Policy functions.
- The SD-WAN policies can be applied to routers at the headquarter or branches (i.e. edge routers), ensuring efficient use of router capacities under the network conditions.
- VigorACS 3 complements the MPLS protocol for HQ-branch traffic, and provides flexibility for SaaS and cloud-based applications that are becoming more common in recent networks. In a way, it plays a role like an orchestrator (i.e., an arranger for a piece of music).
SD-WAN Orchestrator
Quality-Driven Dashboard
The latency, loss, and jitter of every WAN/VPN interface is measured for quality and given a Mean Opinion Score (MOS). The quality-driven dashboard helps Network Administrators see the past and present reliability of interfaces at a glance.
VoIP MOS and SLA
VoIP data packets are monitored for call quality (latency, loss, and jitter) and every call is recorded in a call history list. Network Administrators can then easily retrieve information to check call quality.
VoIP Experience Optimisation
Based on the interface quality records, VigorACS 3 can adjust the metric to make sure all edge routers always use the best-quality interface for VoIP in order to optimise the VoIP experience.
Application Visibility and SD-WAN Policy
The application visibility feature lets Network Administrators understand data usage. From which client, via which WAN, to which application, at what time.
Based on the application visibility, Network Administrators can create SD-WAN policies to send business-critical applications through the best-quality interface in order to optimise the user experience.
Compatible Devices for SD-WAN
| Model | Firmware Version |
|---|---|
| Vigor2865 series | 4.2.0 or later |
| Vigor2865 LTE series | 4.2.0 or later |
| Vigor2865L-5G series | 4.4.5 or later |
| Vigor2866 series | 4.3.2 or later |
| Vigor2866 LTE series | 4.3.2 or later |
| Vigor2927 series | 4.2.0.1 or later |
| Vigor2927 LTE series | 4.2.0.1 or later |
| Vigor2927L-5G series | 4.4.5 or later |
| Vigor2962 series | 4.3.1 or later |
| Vigor3910 | 4.3.1 or later |
| Vigor3912 | 4.3.5.1 or later |
More about SD-WAN
Config Demo
Account: guest
Password: guest12345
Key Features
Provisioning
Allow new devices to configure themselves automatically, and download the latest firmware.
Monitoring
Get notified when a device drops its WAN or VPN, or its connection with the ACS server.
Statistics
Network insights about devices, clients and traffic over a specified period.
VPN Wizard
Create an IPsec, L2TP or SSL VPN between managed devices with just a few clicks.
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule firmware updates, configuration changes or device restarts after-hours.
Report
Generate network-based reports about traffic, firmware versions, device status and more.
SD-WAN
Hotspot Captive Portal
Captive portal server for WiFi marketing.
Download Datasheet for detailed Specification.
Benefits of VigorACS 3
Time and Cost Saving Examples for VigorACS 3
There are many benefits that VigorACS 3 can offer, including saving time when setting up VPNs, and in firmware upgrades. Below are two tables outlining time and cost savings for these in a medium network with 20 nodes, and a large network with 500 nodes.
Setting up VPNs
| Network Size | 20 nodes | 500 nodes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Method | On site | VigorACS 3 | On site | VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node | 10 mins | 0.5 mins | 10 mins | 0.5 mins |
| Total time usage | 3 hrs & 20 mins | 10 mins | 83 hrs & 20 mins | 4 hrs & 10 mins |
| Total time saved | 3 hrs & 10 mins | 79 hrs & 10 mins | ||
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) | $475 | $11,875 | ||
Firmware Upgrades
| Network Size | 20 nodes | 500 nodes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Method | On site | VigorACS 3 | On site | VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node | 10 mins | 0.25 mins | 10 mins | 0.25 mins |
| Total time usage | 3 hrs & 20 mins | 5 mins | 83 hrs & 20 mins | 2 hrs & 5 mins |
| Total time saved | 3 hrs & 15 mins | 81 hrs & 15 mins | ||
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) | $488 | $12,188 | ||
Client Management with Captive Portal
VigorACS 3 as Captive Portal Server
Many of the Vigor Router and VigorAP models support captive portal functions, which can be used to redirect LAN clients to VigorACS 3 to go through the hotspot login process. This function is ideal for retail, restaurants, coffee shops, and hospitality to do WiFi marketing and learn more about their clients for future marketing campaigns.
Robust Multilingual Splash Page
Intuitively customise the splash page to meet business needs. Live preview provides a “what you see is what you get” experience of splash page editing. Supporting 20 different languages, restaurant/hospitality business owners can speak their customers’ language.
Terms and conditions, and marketing terms are also available, with the option that users must click on the checkboxes to get Internet access. Bandwidth limit, time quota, and device management can also be applied to client devices.
Hotspot Client Analytics
Besides the splash page, VigorACS 3 also provides a detailed analytics view, where business owners can gain an in-depth understanding of new customers, return customers, visiting frequency and which branches have been visited…etc. Further marketing campaigns can then be made accordingly.
Compatible Devices for VigorACS 3 Hotspot
More about Hotspot
System Requirement
Server
Operating System: 64-bit Windows or Linux
CPU: Intel® i7-7567U Processor with 2 Cores, 4 Threads, and 4M Caches
Memory: 6 GB RAM (DDR4), Storage: 1TB (SSD Recommended)
Client
Operating System: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10,
Multiple Linux distribution (e.g., Ubuntu, OpenSUSE, CentOS)
Browser: Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Safari, Edge (version 79 or later)
VigorACS 3 Server Hardware Suggestion for 50+ Nodes
| No. of Nodes | Suggested OS | Suggested CPU | Suggested Memory Size | Storage* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | Windows / Linux | Intel Core i7-7567U Processor 4M Cache, 3.50 GHz, Cores: 2, Threads: 4 | 6 GB | 1T |
| 500 | Windows / Linux | Intel Core i7-7700K Processor 8M Cache, 4.2 GHz, Cores: 4, Threads: 8 Intel Xeon Gold 5222 Processor 16.5M Cache, 3.80 GHz, Cores: 4, Threads: 8 | 8 GB | 4T |
| 5,000 | Linux | IntelR Core i9-9900K Processo 16M Cache, 3.60 GHz, Cores: 8, Threads: 16 IntelR Xeon Gold 6234 Processor 24.75M Cache, 3.30 GHz, Cores: 8, Threads: 16 | 12 GB | 8T |
| 10,000 | Linux | Intel Xeon Gold 6254 Processor 24.75M Cache, 3.10 GHz, Cores: 18, Threads: 36 | 32 GB | 14T |
| 20,000 | Linux | Intel(R) Xeon(R) Platinum 8175M Processor 33M Cache, 2.50GHz ,Cores: 24, Threads: 48 | 64 GB | 20T |
| 30,000 | Linux | Intel(R) Xeon(R) Platinum 8380H Processor 38.5M Cache, 2.90 GHz , Cores: 28, Threads: 56 | 96 GB | 30T |
| 50,000 | Linux | Intel Xeon Platinum 9282 Processor 77M Cache, 2.60GHz ,Cores: 56, Threads: 112 | 160 GB | 60T |
Estimating VigorACS Storage Requirement
The storage requirement can be calculated by considering the number of nodes and the features in use.
- Influx DB data for device info (required): 20 MB per node
- Syslog (optional): about 48 MB per node, per day
- CFG backup for Vigor2962 or Vigor3910 (optional): about 250 KB per node
- CFG backup for DrayOS Routers (optional): about 25 KB per node.
For example, managing 500 DrayOS Routers with Syslog and CFG Backup daily for 1 month, the
required storage size will be:
- Influx DB data: 20 MB x 500 nodes= 10 GB
- Syslog: 48 MB x 30 days x 500 nodes = 720 GB
- CFG Backup: 25 KB x 30 days x 500 nodes = 375 MB
→ Total storage required: 10 + 720 + 0.375 = 730.375 GB
FAQ
SD-WAN intelligently assigns the best-quality WAN for VoIP traffic. Whenever a new call is made, SD-WAN makes sure it is going out over the best WAN available. For more information, check out “Intelligent VoIP Optimisation” at HERE
Create a custom configuration profile and send it to all sites from the comfort of your home or office. You can also schedule backups, firmware upgrades and even create VPNs without having to go on site. This can save considerable time and money for both you and your customers.
DrayTek’s SD-WAN solution provides the easiest way to set up VPN tunnels from scratch with just the click of a mouse. For more information, check out our page at HERE
A Mesh VPN does not use a central VPN concentrator but all routers are interconnected to each other by VPN tunnels providing redundant paths to each other setting up a mesh network. When using this method ensure the routers can support multiple VPN tunnels which will increase as the number of branch routers are added. For more information on how to set up Full Mesh tunnels using VigorACS 3 refer to: HERE
A Hub and Spoke VPN has a central VPN concentrator providing VPN connections directly to remote branch routers. For more information on how to set up Hub and Spoke VPN tunnels using VigorACS 3 refer to: HERE
A Centralised Hotspot Server means all routers redirect hotspot queries to a central server. For more information, check out our page at HERE
SD-WAN stands for Software-Defined Wide Area Network. For more information about what it does and what its advantages are, check out our page at HERE
VigorACS 3 is an annual subscription, and pricing varies depending on the number of nodes required. Licenses are available for 25 nodes, 50 nodes, 100 nodes, 200 nodes, 500 nodes, 1000 nodes, all the way up to 50,000 nodes.
Please contact your DrayTek reseller for more information.
No. Currently we do not offer a cloud-based installation of VigorACS 3. You will need to install VigorACS 3 on your own hardware or use one of the cloud-based servers such as Amazon or Microsoft Azure for your installation.
For details on how to do this, check out our knowledge base for ACS2 installations on cloud base servers:
How to install Vigor ACS2 in Azure Cloud – DrayTek FAQ
No. The existing licence key for VigorACS 2 will be transferred to VigorACS 3 and there is no additional cost.
VigorACS 3 has all the features of VigorACS 2 but has improved Backend and Frontend features. This includes an improved web interface as well as support for SD WAN features:
- Auto VPN (Hub-and-Spoke as well as Full Mesh)
- Auto VoIP WAN
- Traffic Control with SD-WAN Route Policy
- Application Route Policy
Yes – A 30-day Trial is available.
To request a 30-Day trial of VigorACS 3 on our cloud server send an email to:
Yes, you can.
Click here for Instructions on how to upgrade VigorACS 2 to VigorACS3 for windows-based installations or go to the application note: HERE
Note: After upgrading to VigorACS 3, you cannot downgrade to VigorACS 2.
Note: VigorACS 3 must use MariaDB 10+ version.
To avoid any issues with data migration it is recommended to update VigorACS 2 to the latest version first.
No. Once you have upgraded to VigorACS 3 you cannot downgrade to VigorACS 2.
During the upgrade process, the licence key for VigorACS 2 is transferred to VigorACS 3 and this process cannot be reversed.
No, they will both have the same price.
VigorACS 2 will be discontinued at the end of 2023.
The number of nodes supported by VigorACS 3 is determined by the licence key used.
The maximum number of nodes is 50,000.
No, VigorACS 3 will only support DrayTek products.
Video: How to install ACS 3 on Windows?
Most later model routers, access points and VigorSwitches running the latest firmware are supported in VigorACS 3.
For a detailed list of supported devices and minimum firmware requirements see “Compatible Devices for VigorACS 3” under the Overview tab above, or click here and scroll to the bottom of the page under “Compatible Devices” .
Note: Some models may not have SD-WAN features but they can still be managed by VigorACS 3. See FAQ below – “Which DrayTek routers support SD-WAN?”
Routers currently supporting SD-WAN include:
- Vigor2865 series
- Vigor2865 LTE series
- Vigor2927 series
- Vigor2927 LTE series
More routers will be added to the list in future firmware updates.
A Vigor router or SD-WAN profile is counted as 1 node, and a VigorAP or VigorSwitch is counted as 0.5 node for a license of the VigorACS 3.
Resources
For existing customers wishing to upgrade to the latest released software, please contact us at support@draytek.com.au for download instructions
VigorACS 3 vs. VigorACS 2
VigorACS 3 has all the features of VigorACS 2 but with improvements in the frontend and backend. These include the web interface, and support for SD-WAN with:
- Auto VPN (Hub-and-Spoke as well as Full Mesh)
- Auto VoIP WAN
- Traffic Control with SD-WAN Route Policy
- Application Route Policy
An additional feature is Centralised Hotspot Portal
Existing VigorACS 2 subscribers can upgrade to VigorACS 3 completely free of charge. The VigorACS 2 licence key is fully transferrable. For more information, check out the following Application Note: Click here >>
If you wish to upgrade to the latest released software, please contact us at support@draytek.com.au for download instructions.
VigorACS 3 – Network Management Software
SD-WAN policy for HQ and branch
* Vigor3910 will be SD-WAN enabled in the latest firmware version 4.3.1
VigorACS 3 is the latest version of DrayTek’s popular network management software. It supports all current DrayTek routers, access points, and switches, providing an integrated platform for network administrators to configure, provision, and monitor DrayTek devices remotely from the comfort of their offices or homes.
VigorACS 3 is the core of the DrayTek SD-WAN solution, and provides a user-friendly interface with a responsive display that automatically adjusts and arranges content to suit a variety of devices such as PCs, tablets, or phones.
Compatible Devices for VigorACS 3
Note : For the phased-out models : As the software and hardware have stopped updating, the product is not guaranteed to operate normally.
Why SD-WAN
- VigorACS 3 monitors Internet-based applications (VoIP, video conferencing, media streaming, web browsing, etc.), and displays usage and performance data (latency, loss, jitter, Mean Opinion Score (MOS) given by the users, call history, etc.).
- Network administrators can refer to these data, and set SD-WAN policies to ensure traffic for the selected applications (e.g. VoIP) to be routed through the best quality interfaces.
Network diagram with SaaS and Cloud applications for branches
An example of SaaS and Cloud applications from HQ with VigorACS 3
- User experience will be optimized with the SD-WAN policies, in addition to Load Balance, Failover, and Route Policy functions.
- The SD-WAN policies can be applied to routers at the headquarter or branches (i.e. edge routers), ensuring efficient use of router capacities under the network conditions.
- VigorACS 3 complements the MPLS protocol for HQ-branch traffic, and provides flexibility for SaaS and cloud-based applications that are becoming more common in recent networks. In a way, it plays a role like an orchestrator (i.e., an arranger for a piece of music).
SD-WAN Orchestrator
Quality-Driven Dashboard
The latency, loss, and jitter of every WAN/VPN interface is measured for quality and given a Mean Opinion Score (MOS). The quality-driven dashboard helps Network Administrators see the past and present reliability of interfaces at a glance.
VoIP MOS and SLA
VoIP data packets are monitored for call quality (latency, loss, and jitter) and every call is recorded in a call history list. Network Administrators can then easily retrieve information to check call quality.
VoIP Experience Optimisation
Based on the interface quality records, VigorACS 3 can adjust the metric to make sure all edge routers always use the best-quality interface for VoIP in order to optimise the VoIP experience.
Application Visibility and SD-WAN Policy
The application visibility feature lets Network Administrators understand data usage. From which client, via which WAN, to which application, at what time.
Based on the application visibility, Network Administrators can create SD-WAN policies to send business-critical applications through the best-quality interface in order to optimise the user experience.
Compatible Devices for SD-WAN
| Model Firmware Version |
|---|
| Vigor2865 series: 4.2.0 or later |
| Vigor2865 LTE series: 4.2.0 or later |
| Vigor2865L-5G series: 4.4.5 or later |
| Vigor2866 series: 4.3.2 or later |
| Vigor2866 LTE series: 4.3.2 or later |
| Vigor2927 series: 4.2.0.1 or later |
| Vigor2927 LTE series: 4.2.0.1 or later |
| Vigor2927L-5G series: 4.4.5 or later |
| Vigor2962 series: 4.3.1 or later |
| Vigor3910: 4.3.1 or later |
| Vigor3912: 4.3.5.1 or later |
More about SD-WAN
Config Demo
Account: guest
Password: guest12345
Key Features
Provisioning
Allow new devices to configure themselves automatically, and download the latest firmware.
Monitoring
Get notified when a device drops its WAN or VPN, or its connection with the ACS server.
Statistics
Network insights about devices, clients and traffic over a specified period.
VPN Wizard
Create an IPsec, L2TP or SSL VPN between managed devices with just a few clicks.
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule firmware updates, configuration changes or device restarts after-hours.
Report
Generate network-based reports about traffic, firmware versions, device status and more.
SD-WAN
Intelligent Cloud first way to auto detect, and to optimize routing path or scheme.
Hotspot Captive Portal
Captive portal server for WiFi marketing.
Provisioning
Allow new devices to set themselves up and download the latest firmware.
Monitoring
Get notified when a device lost its WAN, VPN, or connection with the ACS server.
Statistics
Network insights about device, client, and traffic over a specified period.
VPN Wizard
Create an IPsec, L2TP, or SSL VPN between managed devices within a few clicks.
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule a off-hour firmware update, configuration change, or device restart.
Report
Generate network-based report about traffic, firmware version, device status and more.
SD-WAN
Intelligent Cloud first way to auto detect, and to optimize routing path or scheme.
Hotspot Captive Portal
Captive portal server for WiFi marketing.
Download
for detailed Specification.
Benefits of VigorACS 3
Time and Cost Saving Examples for VigorACS 3
There are many benefits that VigorACS 3 can offer, including saving time when setting up VPNs, and in firmware upgrades. Below are two tables outlining time and cost savings for these in a medium network with 20 nodes, and a large network with 500 nodes.
Setting up VPNs
| Network Size | 20 nodes | 500 nodes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Method | On site | VigorACS 3 | On site | VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node | 10 mins | 0.5 mins | 10 mins | 0.5 mins |
| Total time usage | 3 hrs & 20 mins | 10 mins | 83 hrs & 20 mins | 4 hrs & 10 mins |
| Total time saved | 3 hrs & 10 mins | 79 hrs & 10 mins | ||
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) | $475 | $11,875 | ||
| 20 nodes |
|---|
| On site |
| Time usage per node: 10 mins |
| Total time usage: 3 hrs & 20 mins |
| VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node: 0.5 mins |
| Total time usage: 10 mins |
| Total time saved |
| 3 hrs & 10 mins |
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) |
| $475 |
| 500 nodes |
|---|
| On site |
| Time usage per node: 10 mins |
| Total time usage: 83 hrs & 20 mins |
| VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node: 0.5 mins |
| Total time usage: 4 hrs & 10 mins |
| Total time saved |
| 79 hrs & 10 mins |
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) |
| $11,875 |
Firmware Upgrades
| Network Size | 20 nodes | 500 nodes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Method | On site | VigorACS 3 | On site | VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node | 10 mins | 0.25 mins | 10 mins | 0.25 mins |
| Total time usage | 3 hrs & 20 mins | 5 mins | 83 hrs & 20 mins | 2 hrs & 5 mins |
| Total time saved | 3 hrs & 15 mins | 81 hrs & 15 mins | ||
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) | $488 | $12,188 | ||
| 20 nodes |
|---|
| On site |
| Time usage per node: 10 mins |
| Total time usage: 3 hrs & 20 mins |
| VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node: 0.25 mins |
| Total time usage: 5 mins |
| Total time saved |
| 3 hrs & 15 mins |
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) |
| $488 |
| 500 nodes |
|---|
| On site |
| Time usage per node: 10 mins |
| Total time usage: 83 hrs & 20 mins |
| VigorACS 3 |
| Time usage per node: 0.25 mins |
| Total time usage: 2 hrs & 5 mins |
| Total time saved |
| 81 hrs & 15 mins |
| Cost Saving (assuming IT Admin’s rate is $150/hr) |
| $12,188 |
Client Management with Captive Portal
VigorACS 3 as Captive Portal Server
Many of the Vigor Router and VigorAP models support captive portal functions, which can be used to redirect LAN clients to VigorACS 3 to go through the hotspot login process. This function is ideal for retail, restaurants, coffee shops, and hospitality to do WiFi marketing and learn more about their clients for future marketing campaigns.
Robust Multilingual Splash Page
Intuitively customise the splash page to meet business needs. Live preview provides a “what you see is what you get” experience of splash page editing. Supporting 20 different languages, restaurant/hospitality business owners can speak their customers’ language.
Terms and conditions, and marketing terms are also available, with the option that users must click on the checkboxes to get Internet access. Bandwidth limit, time quota, and device management can also be applied to client devices.
Hotspot Client Analytics
Besides the splash page, VigorACS 3 also provides a detailed analytics view, where business owners can gain an in-depth understanding of new customers, return customers, visiting frequency and which branches have been visited…etc. Further marketing campaigns can then be made accordingly.
Compatible Devices for VigorACS 3 Hotspot
More about Hotspot
System Requirement
Server
Operating System: 64-bit Windows or Linux
CPU: Intel® i7-7567U Processor with 2 Cores, 4 Threads, and 4M Caches
Memory: 6 GB RAM (DDR4), Storage: 1TB (SSD Recommended)
Client
Operating System: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10,
Multiple Linux distribution (e.g., Ubuntu, OpenSUSE, CentOS)
Browser: Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Safari, Edge (version 79 or later)
VigorACS 3 Server Hardware Suggestion for 50+ Nodes
50 nodes (displayOFF)
| No. of Nodes: 50 |
| Suggested OS: Windows / Linux |
| Suggested CPU: Intel Core i7-7567U Processor 4M Cache, 3.50 GHz, Cores: 2, Threads: 4 |
| Suggested Memory Size: 6 GB |
| Storage*: 1T |
500 nodes (displayOFF)
| No. of Nodes: 500 |
| Suggested OS: Windows / Linux |
| Suggested CPU: Intel Core i7-7700K Processor 8M Cache, 4.2 GHz, Cores: 4, Threads: 8 Intel Xeon Gold 5222 Processor 16.5M Cache, 3.80 GHz, Cores: 4, Threads: 8 |
| Suggested Memory Size: 8 GB |
| Storage*: 4T |
5000 nodes (displayOFF)
| No. of Nodes: 5,000 |
| Suggested OS: Linux |
| Suggested CPU: Intel Core i9-9900K Processor 16M Cache, 3.60 GHz, Cores: 8, Threads: 16 Intel Xeon Gold 6234 Processor 24.75M Cache, 3.30 GHz, Cores: 8, Threads: 16 |
| Suggested Memory Size: 12 GB |
| Storage*: 8T |
10,000 nodes (displayOFF)
| No. of Nodes: 10,000 |
| Suggested OS: Linux |
| Suggested CPU: Intel Xeon Gold 6254 Processor 24.75M Cache, 3.10 GHz, Cores: 18, Threads: 36 |
| Suggested Memory Size: 32 GB |
| Storage*: 14T |
20,000 nodes (displayOFF)
| No. of Nodes: 20,000 |
| Suggested OS: Linux |
| Suggested CPU: Intel Xeon Platinum 8175M Processor 33M Cache, 2.50GHz, Cores: 24, Threads: 48 |
| Suggested Memory Size: 64 GB |
| Storage*: 20T |
30,000 nodes (displayOFF)
| No. of Nodes: 30,000 |
| Suggested OS: Linux |
| Suggested CPU: Intel Xeon Platinum 8380H Processor 38.5M Cache, 2.90 GHz, Cores: 28, Threads: 56 |
| Suggested Memory Size: 96 GB |
| Storage*: 30T |
50,000 nodes (displayOFF)
| No. of Nodes: 50,000 |
| Suggested OS: Linux |
| Suggested CPU: Intel Xeon Platinum 9282 Processor 77M Cache, 2.60GHz, Cores: 56, Threads: 112 |
| Suggested Memory Size: 160 GB |
| Storage*: 60T |
Estimating VigorACS Storage Requirement
The storage requirement can be calculated by considering the number of nodes and the features in use.
- Influx DB data for device info (required): 20 MB per node
- Syslog (optional): about 48 MB per node, per day
- CFG backup for Vigor2962 or Vigor3910 (optional): about 250 KB per node
- CFG backup for DrayOS Routers (optional): about 25 KB per node.
For example, managing 500 DrayOS Routers with Syslog and CFG Backup daily for 1 month, the
required storage size will be:
- Influx DB data: 20 MB x 500 nodes= 10 GB
- Syslog: 48 MB x 30 days x 500 nodes = 720 GB
- CFG Backup: 25 KB x 30 days x 500 nodes = 375 MB
→ Total storage required: 10 + 720 + 0.375 = 730.375 GB
FAQ
SD-WAN intelligently assigns the best-quality WAN for VoIP traffic. Whenever a new call is made, SD-WAN makes sure it is going out over the best WAN available. For more information, check out “Intelligent VoIP Optimisation” at HERE
Create a custom configuration profile and send it to all sites from the comfort of your home or office. You can also schedule backups, firmware upgrades and even create VPNs without having to go on site. This can save considerable time and money for both you and your customers.
DrayTek’s SD-WAN solution provides the easiest way to set up VPN tunnels from scratch with just the click of a mouse. For more information, check out our page at HERE
A Mesh VPN does not use a central VPN concentrator but all routers are interconnected to each other by VPN tunnels providing redundant paths to each other setting up a mesh network. When using this method ensure the routers can support multiple VPN tunnels which will increase as the number of branch routers are added. For more information on how to set up Full Mesh tunnels using VigorACS 3 refer to: HERE
A Hub and Spoke VPN has a central VPN concentrator providing VPN connections directly to remote branch routers. For more information on how to set up Hub and Spoke VPN tunnels using VigorACS 3 refer to: HERE
A Centralised Hotspot Server means all routers redirect hotspot queries to a central server. For more information, check out our page at HERE
SD-WAN stands for Software-Defined Wide Area Network. For more information about what it does and what its advantages are, check out our page at HERE
VigorACS 3 is an annual subscription, and pricing varies depending on the number of nodes required. Licenses are available for 25 nodes, 50 nodes, 100 nodes, 200 nodes, 500 nodes, 1000 nodes, all the way up to 50,000 nodes.
Please contact your DrayTek reseller for more information.
No. Currently we do not offer a cloud-based installation of VigorACS 3. You will need to install VigorACS 3 on your own hardware or use one of the cloud-based servers such as Amazon or Microsoft Azure for your installation.
For details on how to do this, check out our knowledge base for ACS2 installations on cloud base servers:
How to install Vigor ACS2 in Azure Cloud – DrayTek FAQ
No. The existing licence key for VigorACS 2 will be transferred to VigorACS 3 and there is no additional cost.
VigorACS 3 has all the features of VigorACS 2 but has improved Backend and Frontend features. This includes an improved web interface as well as support for SD WAN features:
- Auto VPN (Hub-and-Spoke as well as Full Mesh)
- Auto VoIP WAN
- Traffic Control with SD-WAN Route Policy
- Application Route Policy
Yes – A 30-day Trial is available.
To request a 30-Day trial of VigorACS 3 on our cloud server send an email to:
Yes, you can.
Click here for Instructions on how to upgrade VigorACS 2 to VigorACS3 for windows-based installations or go to the application note: HERE
Note: After upgrading to VigorACS 3, you cannot downgrade to VigorACS 2.
Note: VigorACS 3 must use MariaDB 10+ version.
To avoid any issues with data migration it is recommended to update VigorACS 2 to the latest version first.
No. Once you have upgraded to VigorACS 3 you cannot downgrade to VigorACS 2.
During the upgrade process, the licence key for VigorACS 2 is transferred to VigorACS 3 and this process cannot be reversed.
No, they will both have the same price.
VigorACS 2 will be discontinued at the end of 2023.
The number of nodes supported by VigorACS 3 is determined by the licence key used.
The maximum number of nodes is 50,000.
No, VigorACS 3 will only support DrayTek products.
Video: How to install ACS 3 on Windows?
Most later model routers, access points and VigorSwitches running the latest firmware are supported in VigorACS 3.
For a detailed list of supported devices and minimum firmware requirements see “Compatible Devices for VigorACS 3” under the Overview tab above, or click here and scroll to the bottom of the page under “Compatible Devices” .
Note: Some models may not have SD-WAN features but they can still be managed by VigorACS 3. See FAQ below – “Which DrayTek routers support SD-WAN?”
Routers currently supporting SD-WAN include:
- Vigor2865 series
- Vigor2865 LTE series
- Vigor2927 series
- Vigor2927 LTE series
More routers will be added to the list in future firmware updates.
A Vigor router or SD-WAN profile is counted as 1 node, and a VigorAP or VigorSwitch is counted as 0.5 node for a license of the VigorACS 3.
Resources
Webinars:
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – SD-WAN Solution
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – Provisioning of CPE Devices
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – Auto VPN and VPN monitoring
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – User Management
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – Adding Devices & Creating Networks
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – Network Management Solution
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – Device Monitoring and Reporting
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – Provisioning of CPE Devices
- DrayTek VigorACS 3 – System Functions
Videos:
SD-WAN Orchestrator
Quality-Driven Dashboard
The quality of every WAN/VPN interface is measured by latency, loss, and jitter. The quality-driven dashboard helps Network Administrators check the reliability of interfaces at a glance.
VoIP MOS and SLA
Every VoIP call is also monitored by MOS, latency, loss, and jitter. With a call history list, Network Administrators can easily retrieve information for calls with poor quality.
VoIP Experience Optimisation
Based on the interface quality records, VigorACS 3 can adjust the metric to make sure all edge routers always use the best-quality interface for VoIP in order to optimise the VoIP experience.
Application Visibility and SD-WAN Policy
The application visibility feature lets Network Administrators understand data usage. From which client, via which WAN, to which application, at what time.
Based on the application visibility, Network Administrators can create SD-WAN policies to send business-critical applications through the best-quality interface in order to optimise the user experience.
Compatible Devices for SD-WAN
| Model | Firmware Version |
|---|---|
| Vigor2865 | 4.0.5.1 or later |
| Vigor2865 LTE | 4.0.5.1 or later |
| Vigor2927 | 4.2.0.1 or later |
| Vigor2927 LTE | 4.2.0.1 or later |
| Vigor3910 | 4.3.1 or later |
More about SD-WAN
Client Management with Captive Portal
VigorACS 3 as Captive Portal Server
Many of the Vigor Router and VigorAP models support captive portal functions, which can be used to redirect LAN clients to VigorACS 3 to go through the hotspot login process. This function is ideal for retail, restaurants, coffee shops, and hospitality to do WiFi marketing and learn more about their clients for future marketing campaigns.
Robust Multilingual Splash Page
Intuitively customise the splash page to meet business needs. Live preview provides a “what you see is what you get” experience of splash page editing. Supporting 20 different languages, restaurant/hospitality business owners can speak their customers’ language.
Terms and conditions, and marketing terms are also available, with the option that users must click on the checkboxes to get Internet access. Bandwidth limit, time quota, and device management can also be applied to client devices.
Hotspot Client Analytics
Besides the splash page, VigorACS 3 also provides a detailed analytics view, where business owners can gain an in-depth understanding of new customers, return customers, visiting frequency and which branches have been visited…etc. Further marketing campaigns can then be made accordingly.
Compatible Devices for VigorACS 3 Hotspot
More about Hotspot