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Fritz!Box 4040 User Manual

Fritz!Box 4040
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Manual FRITZ!Box4040

Table of Contents

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Fritz!Box 4040 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
FirewallYes
VPN SupportIPSec
Guest NetworkYes
EncryptionWPA2, WPA3
Operating SystemFRITZ!OS
Wi-Fi Standard802.11ac
LAN Ports4
WAN Ports1
USB Ports1 x USB 2.0
Wireless Speedup to 866 Mbps (5 GHz), up to 400 Mbps (2.4 GHz)

Summary

General Information on the FRITZ!Box

Safety Instructions

Safety guidelines to prevent harm to oneself, surroundings, and the FRITZ!Box.

Package Contents

Lists the components included in the FRITZ!Box package.

Instructions and Help

Information on accessing customer documentation and support resources for the FRITZ!Box.

Symbols Used

Explanation of the symbols used throughout the FRITZ!Box manual.

Information on Cleaning

Guidelines for safely cleaning the FRITZ!Box to prevent damage.

Functions and Structure

Functions

Overview of the FRITZ!Box's main functions as an Internet Router, Wireless Access Point, and Hub.

USB Ports

Details on the FRITZ!Box's USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports and compatible device types.

Device Data on the Type Label

Explanation of the device information presented on the FRITZ!Box's bottom type label.

Connection Sockets

Description and function of the FRITZ!Box's WAN, LAN, and USB connection ports.

Buttons

Explanation of the functions of the FRITZ!Box's physical buttons like WPS and WLAN.

LEDs

Explanation of the meaning of the different LED indicators on the FRITZ!Box.

Requirements for Operation

Lists the necessary requirements for operating the FRITZ!Box.

Connecting

Overview: Connecting the FRITZ!Box

An overview of the steps involved in connecting the FRITZ!Box.

Placement

Guidelines for optimally placing the FRITZ!Box for operation and Wi-Fi signal strength.

Connecting to Electric Power

Instructions on connecting the FRITZ!Box to the power supply.

Connecting with the Internet: Via Modem or Router

Overview of connection types for internet access via modems or routers.

Connecting with the Internet: Via a DSL/VDSL Modem

Steps to connect the FRITZ!Box to a DSL/VDSL modem for internet access.

Connecting with the Internet: Via a Cable Modem

Guide to connecting the FRITZ!Box to a cable modem for internet connectivity.

Connecting with the Internet: Via a Fiber Optic Modem

Instructions for connecting the FRITZ!Box to a fiber optic modem.

Connecting with the Internet: Via a Router

How to connect the FRITZ!Box to an existing router.

Connecting with the Internet: Via Mobile Network

Configuring the FRITZ!Box for internet access via a mobile network.

Connecting Computers and Other Devices Using a Network Cable

Step-by-step guide to connect wired devices to the FRITZ!Box.

Connecting Wireless Devices with FRITZ!Box

Methods for connecting wireless devices to the FRITZ!Box via Wi-Fi.

User Interface

Opening the User Interface

How to open the FRITZ!Box user interface in a web browser.

Homepage of the User Interface

Overview of the FRITZ!Box user interface homepage.

Using the Wizard for Basic Configuration

Guide to using the wizard for initial internet access setup.

Changing the FRITZ!Box Password

Instructions on how to change the FRITZ!Box password.

Logging Out of the User Interface

Procedure for securely logging out of the FRITZ!Box user interface.

Configuring

Overview: Configuring the FRITZ!Box

An overview of the configuration steps for the FRITZ!Box.

Configuring Internet Access via DSL Modem

Steps to configure internet access via a DSL modem.

Configuring Internet Access via Cable Modem

Steps to configure internet access via a cable modem.

Configuring Internet Access via Fiber Optic Modem

Steps to configure internet access via a fiber optic modem.

Configuring Internet Access via Another Router

How to configure the FRITZ!Box to connect via another router.

Configuring Internet Access via Another Router: IP Client

How to configure the FRITZ!Box as an IP client via another router.

Configuring Internet Access via a Wireless Device

How to configure internet access via an existing Wi-Fi connection.

Configuring Internet Access via the Mobile Network

How to configure internet access via a mobile network.

Saving Power with the FRITZ!Box

Settings for energy-saving operation of the FRITZ!Box.

Mesh with FRITZ!

Expanding a Wi-Fi Network with Mesh

How to extend Wi-Fi coverage using FRITZ! Mesh products.

Enabling Mesh for FRITZ!Repeater and FRITZ!Powerline

Steps to enable Mesh for FRITZ!Repeater and FRITZ!Powerline.

Using FRITZ!Box as a Mesh Repeater

How to configure the FRITZ!Box 4040 to act as a Mesh Repeater.

User Interface: Internet Menu

Using AVM Services for Diagnostics and Maintenance

Overview of AVM services for updates, security, and diagnostics.

Configuring Parental Controls

How to control network devices' internet use with parental controls.

Creating and Assigning Access Profiles

How to create and assign access profiles for internet usage restrictions.

Editing Filter Lists

How to manage lists of permitted or blocked websites for content filtering.

Configuring Priorities for Internet Use

How to define priorities for network devices accessing the internet.

Configuring Port Sharing

How to allow incoming internet connections by releasing specific ports.

Enabling Dynamic DNS

How to set up Dynamic DNS for persistent internet accessibility.

Remote Access to the FRITZ!Box

How to configure secure remote access to the FRITZ!Box.

Configuring VPN Remote Access

How to set up Virtual Private Network (VPN) for secure remote access.

Configuring IPv6

Information and configuration for IPv6 support on the FRITZ!Box.

Configuring FRITZ!Box as a LISP Router

How to configure the FRITZ!Box as a LISP router.

User Interface: Home Network Menu

Overview of All Devices

How to view all devices connected to the FRITZ!Box.

Managing Network Devices

How to manage network devices and their connections.

Changing IPv4 Settings

How to change the FRITZ!Box's IPv4 network settings.

Distributing IPv4 Addresses

Managing IPv4 address distribution via DHCP.

Changing IPv6 Settings

How to change the FRITZ!Box's IPv6 network settings.

Configuring a Static IP Route

Setting up static IP routes for advanced network configurations.

Obtaining an IP Address Automatically

How to configure network devices to get IP addresses automatically.

Configuring the “WAN” Connection Socket

How to configure the FRITZ!Box's WAN port as WAN or LAN.

Configuring LAN Guest Access

How to provide internet access to guests via a wired LAN connection.

Configuring Wake on LAN

How to remotely start a computer using Wake on LAN.

Configuring USB Devices

Information on compatible USB devices and their connection.

Configuring and Using the Media Server

How to set up and use the FRITZ!Box as a media server.

Assigning a FRITZ!Box Name

How to assign a name to the FRITZ!Box and its Wi-Fi network.

User Interface: Wi-Fi Menu

Switching the Wi-Fi Network On and Off

How to turn the Wi-Fi network on or off manually or by schedule.

Selecting the Wi-Fi Channel

Information on Wi-Fi channels and how to select them.

Configuring Wi-Fi Guest Access

How to set up an independent Wi-Fi guest network.

User Interface: Diagnostics Menu

Starting Function Diagnostics

How to perform function diagnostics to check the FRITZ!Box's status.

Starting Security Diagnostics

How to perform security diagnostics to review FRITZ!Box security settings.

User Interface: System Menu

Configuring Push Services

How to configure push services for FRITZ!Box notifications.

Logging In to the FRITZ!Box User Interface

Options and procedures for logging into the FRITZ!Box user interface.

Selecting Signaling of the “Info” LED

How to assign events to the FRITZ!Box's "Info" LED.

Locking and Unlocking Buttons

How to lock and unlock the FRITZ!Box physical buttons.

Setting the User Interface Language

How to change the language of the FRITZ!Box user interface.

Changing Regional Options

How to specify regional options for telephony.

Adjusting the Time Zone

How to set the FRITZ!Box's time zone.

Saving Settings

How to save FRITZ!Box settings for backup.

Loading Settings

How to restore saved FRITZ!Box settings.

Restarting the FRITZ!Box

Procedures for restarting the FRITZ!Box.

Restoring Factory Settings

How to reset the FRITZ!Box to its factory settings.

Performing a FRITZ!OS Update Automatically

How to configure automatic FRITZ!OS updates.

Performing a FRITZ!OS Update in the Mesh Overview

How to update FRITZ!OS for mesh devices.

Performing a FRITZ!OS Update with the Wizard

Using the wizard to update FRITZ!OS.

Performing a FRITZ!OS Update Manually

How to manually update FRITZ!OS using a file.

User Interface: Wizards Menu

Using the Wizards

Guidance on using the FRITZ!Box wizards for configuration.

FRITZ!NAS

Using Features of FRITZ!NAS

How to use FRITZ!NAS for central storage and file access.

Displaying the FRITZ!Box Data Storage in the File Manager

How to view FRITZ!Box storage in computer file managers.

Backing Up FRITZ!Box Storage

How to save data from the FRITZ!Box storage.

MyFRITZ!

What Is MyFRITZ!?

Explanation of the MyFRITZ! service and its components.

Creating a New MyFRITZ! Account

Steps to create a MyFRITZ! account.

Configuring MyFRITZ!App in Android

How to configure the MyFRITZ!App on Android.

Configuring MyFRITZ!App in iOS

How to configure the MyFRITZ!App on iOS.

Malfunctions

Troubleshooting Procedures

General recommendations for resolving FRITZ!Box problems.

Troubleshooting Chart

A chart of common problems, causes, and solutions for the FRITZ!Box.

Opening the User Interface with the Emergency IP Address

How to access the FRITZ!Box UI using the emergency IP address.

Knowledge Base

Information on the AVM Knowledge Base for problem-solving.

Support

How to contact AVM support for assistance.

Decommissioning and Disposal

Decommissioning

How to delete personal data from the FRITZ!Box before disposal.

Disposal

Guidelines for proper disposal of electronic devices and components.

Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Technical attributes of the FRITZ!Box, including dimensions and operating conditions.

Ports and Interfaces

Details of the FRITZ!Box's ports and interfaces.

Wi-Fi Frequencies

Specifications for Wi-Fi frequencies and transmitter power.

Electromagnetic Fields

Information on radio wave transmission and compliance with safety standards.

Legal Notice

Manufacturer’s Warranty

Details of the AVM manufacturer's warranty for the FRITZ!Box.

Legal Notice (Copyright and Software Licensing)

Information on copyright, software licensing, and terms of use.

Drilling Template

Drilling Template

Instructions and template for marking holes to mount the FRITZ!Box on a wall.

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