Fritz!Box 4040 - Configuring Internet Access via DSL Modem

Configuring Internet Access via DSL Modem
Overview
You can connect the FRITZ!Box to a DSL modem which provides the in-
ternet connection.
Operating Mode of the FRITZ!Box
If the FRITZ!Box is connected with the Internet access via DSL modem,
the following apply:
• The FRITZ!Box obtains the public IP address from the Internet ser-
vice provider via DHCP or PPPoE.
• The FRITZ!Box establishes the internet connection itself.
• The FRITZ!Box functions as a router.
• The FRITZ!Box opens up its own IP network.
• The firewall of the FRITZ!Box is enabled.
Requirements
• The FRITZ!Box is connected to a DSL modem, which is connected
with the DSL or VDSL line; see page31.
• The “WAN” socket is configured for “WAN” operation; seeConfigur-
ing the “WAN” Connection Socket, page112.
Instructions: Configuring Internet Access on the DSL Connection
1. Open the user interface; see page46.
2. Select the “Internet / Account Information” menu and the
“Internet Connection” tab.
3. Select the “DSL or fiber optic modem” entry from the “Internet
connection via” list.
4. For further settings, use the online help of the FRITZ!Box.
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Configuring
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