Fritz!Box 4040 - Configuring Internet Access via Fiber Optic Modem

Configuring Internet Access via Fiber Optic Modem
Overview
You can connect the FRITZ!Box to a fiber optic modem which provides
the internet connection.
Operating Mode of the FRITZ!Box
If the FRITZ!Box is connected with the internet access via fiber optic
modem, the following apply:
• The FRITZ!Box obtains its 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 fiber optic modem, which is con-
nected with the fiber optic connection; see page34.
• The “WAN” socket is configured for “WAN” operation; see
page112.
Instructions: Setting Up Internet Access on the Fiber Optic 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” field.
4. Select your fiber optic operator. If your fiber optic provider is not
included in the list, select the “other internet service provider”
entry.
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Configuring
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