DrayTek Vigor 167 Review for MikroTik Users: Bridge Mode Done Right

Published 22/10/2026

Description

In this video I show why I replaced an older Fritz!Box VDSL modem with a DrayTek Vigor 167 for a client setup using a MikroTik firewall. Contents 0:00 - Introduction 0:24 - Description 3:32 - Initial Network Config 4:40 - Web Bridged - General 6:46 - web Bridged - Configuration 13:26 - Web Bridged - Monitoring 14:38 - Web Bridged - System 23:17 - Web Routed - General 25:14 - Web Routed - Configuration 46:54 - Web Routed - Security 57:08 - Web Routed - Monitoring 57:46 - Web Routed - Utility 58:41 - Web Routed - System 1:01:02 - Firmware update 1:02:08 - Certificates 1:05:48 - SSH 1:08:25 - Port Scan 1:08:44 - Connected 1:09:39 - Conclusion The goal was simple: keep the modem as lean as possible and let the MikroTik handle the PPPoE connection, routing, firewalling, and everything else. That makes the Vigor 167 a very interesting option if you do not need Wi-Fi, DECT, VoIP, or other all-in-one router features. I walk through: Why the DrayTek Vigor 167 made sense as a replacement The hardware overview and what you actually get Bridge mode vs router mode, and when each one makes sense Why bridge mode is ideal when your firewall should receive the public IP Why a second Ethernet cable is useful for modem management Firmware upgrade steps and things to watch out for Certificate-related issues I ran into Port scan and SSH observations Connectivity details and practical deployment notes If you are using MikroTik, pfSense, OPNsense, or another firewall behind a VDSL modem, this video should help you understand the trade-offs between bridge mode and router mode and avoid a few common surprises. If you found it helpful, consider liking, subscribing, and sharing with anyone building a homelab or small LAN. #DrayTek #VDSL #Networking Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more content. Subscribe to my X account https://l.samayas.eu/jo3eaYEf3E?P=YT&V=99 Buy me a Coffee : https://l.samayas.eu/jX6xL7EWhd?P=YT&V=99