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Fritz!Box 6890 User Manual

Fritz!Box 6890
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6890
Configuration and Operation

Table of Contents

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Fritz!Box 6890 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wi-Fi Standard802.11ac
Frequency Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
USB Ports2 x USB 3.0
DECT SupportYes
VoIP SupportYes
Ethernet Ports4 x Gigabit Ethernet
LTE SupportYes
WAN Ports1 x Gigabit Ethernet
DSL SupportVDSL2, ADSL2+
Wi-Fi Speed1733 Mbps (5 GHz) + 800 Mbps (2.4 GHz)

Summary

General Remarks

Safety Instructions

Important security instructions to protect yourself, surroundings, and FRITZ!Box from harm.

Parts of the Customer Documentation

Overview of the different documents comprising the customer documentation, including user's manual, quick guide, and online help.

Device Data on the Type Label

Details about the device data presented on the type label, such as network key and FRITZ!Box password.

Package Contents

List of supplied parts included in the FRITZ!Box package.

Safety Instructions

Fires and Electrical Shocks

Precautions regarding overloaded outlets, extension cords, and power strips to prevent fire or electric shock.

Overheating

Instructions to prevent overheating by ensuring proper air circulation and avoiding obstruction of ventilation slits.

Power Surges Caused by Lightning

Warning about electrical surges caused by lightning and how to protect connected devices.

Moisture, Liquids and Vapors

Safety guidelines to prevent damage from moisture, liquids, and vapors entering the FRITZ!Box.

Improper Cleaning

Guidelines on proper cleaning methods to avoid damaging the FRITZ!Box.

Improper Opening and Repairs

Information that the device should only be opened by authorized technicians.

Radio and Electromagnetic Interference

Information on preventing radio interference and guidelines for using the FRITZ!Box near medical devices.

Potentially Explosive Environments

Warnings about operating the FRITZ!Box in environments with explosive potential.

Electromagnetic Fields

Information on the FRITZ!Box's compliance with exposure limits for electromagnetic fields.

Functions and Structure

Functions

Overview of the FRITZ!Box's main functions: Internet Router, Telephone System, Wireless Access Point, DECT Base Station, and Home Network Hub.

Connection Ports

Detailed description of all connection ports on the back, right, and left sides of the FRITZ!Box.

Buttons

Explanation of the functions of the buttons on the FRITZ!Box.

LEDs (Light-emitting Diodes)

Explanation of the meaning of the LEDs and their conditions (on, flashing) on the FRITZ!Box.

Requirements for Operation

Lists the necessary requirements for operating the FRITZ!Box, including internet connection types and telephony lines.

Connecting

Overview: Connecting the FRITZ!Box

Step-by-step guide for connecting the FRITZ!Box, including SIM card insertion, antenna attachment, and cable connections.

Placement

Guidance on optimal placement of the FRITZ!Box for ideal operation and LTE reception.

Connecting to the Internet: Possibilities

Overview of the various types of internet connections the FRITZ!Box supports.

Connecting with the Internet Access: LTE

Instructions for setting up internet access using an LTE connection, including SIM card and antenna setup.

Connecting an Outdoor Antenna

Instructions for connecting an external antenna to the FRITZ!Box for improved LTE reception.

Connecting to Electrical Power

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the FRITZ!Box to the power supply.

Connecting to the Internet: Determining the DSL Line Type

Guidance on identifying whether you have an IP-based DSL line or a DSL line with a landline.

Connecting to the Internet via an IP-based DSL Line

Instructions for connecting the FRITZ!Box directly to the telephone jack for IP-based DSL connections.

Connecting with the Internet via a DSL Line

Instructions for connecting the FRITZ!Box via a DSL splitter for DSL lines with analog or ISDN.

Connecting to the Internet Access: Cable Connection

Instructions for connecting the FRITZ!Box to a cable modem for internet access.

Connecting to the Internet Access: Fiber Optic Connection

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

Connecting to the Internet Access: Existing Router

Instructions for connecting the FRITZ!Box to an existing router for internet access.

Connecting with the Landline

Instructions for connecting the FRITZ!Box with analog or ISDN landlines.

Connecting a Computer with a Network

Guide on connecting a computer to the FRITZ!Box using a network cable.

Connecting the Computer via Wireless LAN

Instructions on how to connect a computer to the FRITZ!Box wirelessly.

Connecting Telephones

Instructions for connecting telephones, including cordless, ISDN, and IP telephones.

Connecting Smartphones

Guide on connecting smartphones to the FRITZ!Box via wireless LAN using the FRITZ!App Fon.

Connecting a Door Intercom System

Instructions for connecting IP door intercom systems to the FRITZ!Box.

User Interface

Opening the User Interface

Instructions on how to access the FRITZ!Box user interface via a web browser.

Using the Wizard for Basic Configuration

Guide on using the wizard for initial FRITZ!Box setup, including internet and telephone configuration.

Logging Out of the User Interface

Information on how to securely log out of the FRITZ!Box user interface.

Using the Standard View and Advanced View

Explanation of the two available views (Standard and Advanced) in the FRITZ!Box user interface.

Configuring

Overview: Configuring FRITZ!Box

Overview of the configuration steps for the FRITZ!Box: internet connection, telephones, and smartphone setup.

Configuring Internet Access via Mobile Network

Instructions for setting up internet access via a mobile network connection.

Configuring an Internet Connection via DSL

Instructions for configuring an internet connection via DSL using the FRITZ!Box interface.

Configuring the Type of Access to the Internet

Options for configuring internet access types, including mobile and DSL/WAN connections.

Setting Up Internet Access via Cable Modem

Steps to set up internet access using a cable modem.

Configuring Internet Access via Fiber Optic Modem

Steps to set up internet access using a fiber optic modem.

Setting Up Internet Access via Another Router

Instructions for setting up internet access when the FRITZ!Box is connected to another router.

Configuring Internet Access via Another Router: IP client

Instructions for configuring the FRITZ!Box as an IP client to another router.

Extending Wireless LAN Range

Tips and methods to improve and extend the wireless LAN signal range.

Configuring Your Telephone Numbers

Guide on configuring landline and internet telephone numbers in the FRITZ!Box.

Configuring Telephones

Instructions for configuring connected telephones, answering machines, and fax machines.

Configuring a Door Intercom System

Instructions for configuring door intercom systems connected to the FRITZ!Box.

Saving Power with the FRITZ!Box

Overview of FRITZ!Box settings for energy-saving operation.

User Interface: Menu Overview

Menu Overview: Settings and Features

Description of the 'Overview' menu, presenting features like energy consumption, connections, and devices.

User Interface: Internet Menu

Internet Menu: Settings and Features

Overview of the 'Internet' menu, covering internet connection configuration and access profiles.

Configuring Parental Controls

Guide on setting up parental controls to manage internet use by network devices.

Editing Filter Lists

Instructions on using filter lists (blacklist/whitelist) to block inappropriate website content.

Configuring Priorities for Internet User

How to define priorities for network devices and applications accessing the internet connection.

Setting Up Port Sharing

Instructions on configuring port sharing to allow controlled incoming internet connections.

Enabling Dynamic DNS

Guide on enabling Dynamic DNS to maintain internet accessibility via a fixed domain name.

Accessing the FRITZ!Box Remotely

Information on accessing the FRITZ!Box user interface and storage media over the internet.

Configuring VPN Remote Access

Instructions for setting up secure remote access to the FRITZ!Box network using VPN.

Configuring IPv6

Information on IPv6 support and its capabilities within the FRITZ!Box network.

User Interface: Telephony Menu

Telephony Menu: Settings and Features

Overview of the 'Telephony' menu, which displays call lists and call handling features.

Configuring and Using the Telephone Book

Guide on setting up and using the FRITZ!Box telephone book, including local and online options.

Configuring and Using the Answering Machine

Instructions for configuring and operating the FRITZ!Box's answering machine.

Configuring and Using the Fax Function

Guide on receiving and sending faxes using the FRITZ!Box without a fax machine.

Configuring Call Diversion

Instructions on setting up call diversion for incoming calls to different destinations.

Configuring Call Blocks

Guide on blocking telephone numbers for outgoing and incoming calls.

Configuring Do Not Disturb

Instructions for setting up 'Do Not Disturb' to prevent telephones from ringing at specified times.

Setting Up an Alarm

Guide on setting up an alarm that will make your telephone ring at a specified time.

Configuring a Dialing Rule

Instructions on creating dialing rules to determine telephone numbers for outgoing calls.

Configuring Call-by-Call Numbers

Guide on setting up call-by-call numbers (provider prefixes) for discounted calls.

User Interface: Home Network Menu

Home Network Menu: Settings and Features

Overview of the 'Home Network' menu for managing connected devices and network settings.

Keeping Track of All Devices

Instructions on how to view an overview of all devices connected to the FRITZ!Box.

Managing Network Devices

Guide on managing network connections, adding, editing, and removing network devices.

Changing IPv4 Settings

Instructions for changing IPv4 network settings, including IP address and subnet mask.

Distributing IPv4 Addresses

Information on the IPv4 DHCP server for automatically assigning IP addresses to network devices.

Changing IPv6 Settings

Instructions for changing IPv6 network settings.

Configuring a Static IP Route

Guide on configuring static IP routes for network subnets unknown to the FRITZ!Box.

Obtaining an IP Address Automatically

Instructions on how to configure network devices to obtain IP addresses automatically via DHCP.

Configuring LAN Guest Access

Instructions for setting up LAN guest access for temporary users.

Configuring Wake on LAN

Guide on using Wake on LAN to start a computer remotely via its network adapter.

Configuring USB Devices

Information on connecting and configuring USB devices like printers and storage media.

Configuring and Using the Media Server

Instructions on setting up and using the FRITZ!Box media server for photos, music, and videos.

Assigning a FRITZ!Box Name

Guide on assigning a custom name to the FRITZ!Box, which also sets the wireless network name (SSID).

Controlling Smart Home Devices

Instructions for registering and controlling smart home devices with the FRITZ!Box.

User Interface: Wireless Menu

Wireless Menu: Settings and Features

Overview of the 'Wireless' menu for configuring wireless networks and guest access.

Switching the Wireless Radio Network On and Off

Instructions on manually switching the wireless network on/off or setting up a schedule.

Selecting the Radio Channel

Guide on selecting radio channels for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless bands for optimal performance.

Configuring Wireless Guest Access

Instructions for setting up a separate, independent wireless guest network.

User Interface: DECT Menu

DECT Menu: Settings and Features

Overview of the 'DECT' menu for configuring the integrated DECT base station.

Enabling DECT Eco

Instructions on enabling DECT Eco to switch off DECT radio transmission during standby.

Allowing Non-encrypted Connections

Guide on allowing non-encrypted DECT connections, with consequences for certain features.

Switching DECT On and Off

Instructions on how to switch the DECT base station on or off via the user interface.

User Interface: Diagnostics Menu

Diagnostics Menu: Settings and Features

Overview of the 'Diagnostics' menu for checking the functional status of FRITZ!Box, home network, and internet connection.

Starting the Function Diagnostics

Guide on running function diagnostics to check the status of FRITZ!Box, internet, and home network.

Using Security Diagnostics

Information on performing security diagnostics to review security-relevant settings of the FRITZ!Box.

User Interface: System Menu

System Menu: Settings and Functions

Overview of the 'System' menu for managing system-relevant events, energy monitor, and notifications.

Setting a FRITZ!Box Password

Instructions on setting or changing the FRITZ!Box password for user interface access.

Creating FRITZ!Box Users

Guide on setting up multiple user accounts with different access rights in the FRITZ!Box.

Configuring Push Services

Overview of available push services for receiving notifications about FRITZ!Box activities via email.

Selecting Signaling of the "Info" LED

Instructions on assigning events to the 'Info' LED for visual notifications.

Locking Buttons

Guide on locking the FRITZ!Box buttons to prevent unintentional setting changes.

Updating FRITZ!OS

Instructions on updating the FRITZ!Box operating system (FRITZ!OS) via wizard or manually.

Saving Settings

Instructions on saving FRITZ!Box settings to a backup file for future configurations.

Loading Settings

Guide on restoring previously saved FRITZ!Box settings.

Restarting the FRITZ!Box

Instructions on how to restart the FRITZ!Box, either directly or via the user interface.

User Interface: Wizards Menu

Using Wizards

Overview of FRITZ!Box wizards that guide users through step-by-step configuration.

FRITZ!NAS

FRITZ!NAS Features

Overview of the FRITZ!NAS interface for displaying data on FRITZ!Box storage media.

Expanding FRITZ!NAS Storage

Instructions on expanding FRITZ!NAS storage using internal memory, online storage, or USB media.

Displaying FRITZ!NAS Storage in a File Manager

Guide on accessing FRITZ!NAS storage via Windows Explorer or OS X Finder.

Saving FRITZ!NAS Storage

Instructions on saving data from the internal FRITZ!NAS storage to a file.

MyFRITZ!

Service for FRITZ!Box Remote Access

Overview of the MyFRITZ! service for accessing your FRITZ!Box remotely from anywhere.

Creating a New MyFRITZ! Account

Instructions for creating a new MyFRITZ! account to access FRITZ!Box services.

Using an Existing MyFRITZ! Account

Guide on using an existing MyFRITZ! account to register and access FRITZ!Boxes.

Configuring the MyFRITZ!App: with Android

Instructions for configuring the MyFRITZ!App on Android devices for remote FRITZ!Box access.

Configuring the MyFRITZ!App: with iOS

Instructions for configuring the MyFRITZ!App on iOS devices for remote FRITZ!Box access.

Using MyFRITZ!

Guide on accessing the FRITZ!Box via MyFRITZ!App or the myfritz.net website.

Controlling FRITZ!Box with Keypad Codes

Information on Keypad Codes

Overview of FRITZ!Box functions configurable via telephone keypad codes.

Configuration on the Telephone

Instructions for switching call diversion and wireless LAN on/off using telephone keypad codes.

Operation at the Telephone

Guide on operating the answering machine using a voice menu via telephone.

Operation on the Telephone (ISDN Convenience Features)

Explanation of ISDN convenience features usable with the FRITZ!Box, like Callback on No Reply.

Restoring Factory Settings with the Telephone

Instructions on restoring FRITZ!Box factory settings using a telephone.

Malfunctions

Troubleshooting Procedures

Recommendations for resolving common FRITZ!Box problems.

Troubleshooting Chart

A chart detailing error scenarios, their causes, and solutions for FRITZ!Box malfunctions.

Opening the User Interface with the Emergency IP Address

Instructions for accessing the FRITZ!Box user interface using its emergency IP address.

Knowledge Base

Information on accessing the AVM Knowledge Base for resolving FRITZ!Box problems.

Support

Information on how to contact the AVM Support team for assistance with FRITZ! products.

Decommissioning

Restoring Factory Settings

Instructions on restoring the FRITZ!Box to its factory settings, including consequences of resetting.

Disposal

Information on the proper disposal of used FRITZ!Box devices according to regulations.

Appendix

Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the FRITZ!Box, including device properties, ambient conditions, and power consumption.

Drilling Template

A drilling template for mounting the FRITZ!Box on a wall.

Legal

Information regarding the manufacturer's warranty and legal notices.

Information on Cleaning

Rules and guidelines for safely cleaning the FRITZ!Box.

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