AVM FRITZ!Box 7590 User manual

Configuration and Operation

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
General Remarks...................................................................................................... 8
Safety Instructions ............................................................................................ 9
Instructions and Help ....................................................................................... 12
Symbols Used...................................................................................................... 14
Device Data on the Type Label ....................................................................... 15
Package Contents ............................................................................................. 17
Functions and Structure ......................................................................................... 18
Functions ............................................................................................................. 19
Connection Sockets .......................................................................................... 22
Buttons ................................................................................................................. 25
LEDs ...................................................................................................................... 26
Requirements for Operation ........................................................................... 29
Connecting ................................................................................................................. 30
Overview: Connecting the FRITZ!Box............................................................. 31
Placement............................................................................................................. 32
Connecting to Electrical Power ...................................................................... 34
Connecting to the Internet Access: Possibilities .......................................... 35
Connecting to the Internet: Determining the DSL Line Type ..................... 36
Connecting to the Internet via an IP-Based DSL Line ................................. 38
Connecting to the Internet via a DSL Line .................................................... 40
Connecting to the Internet Access: Cable Connection ................................ 42
Connecting to the Internet Access: Fiber Optic Modem .............................. 44
Connecting to the Internet Access: Existing Router .................................... 45
Connecting to the Internet Access: Mobile Network ................................... 46
Connecting to the Landline .............................................................................. 48
Connecting a Computer with a Network ....................................................... 50
Connecting the Computer via Wireless LAN ................................................ 52
Connecting Telephones .................................................................................... 56
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Connecting Smartphones ................................................................................ 59
Connecting a Door Intercom System ............................................................. 61
User Interface ........................................................................................................... 62
Opening the User Interface.............................................................................. 63
Using the Wizard for Basic Configuration .................................................... 66
Logging Off of the User Interface ................................................................... 68
Using the Standard View and Advanced View.............................................. 70
Configuring ................................................................................................................ 71
Overview: Configuring the FRITZ!Box............................................................ 72
Configuring Internet Access via DSL ............................................................. 73
Configuring Internet Access via Cable Modem............................................. 74
Configuring Internet Access via Fiber Optic Modem.................................... 75
Configuring Internet Access via Another Router.......................................... 77
Configuring Internet Access via Another Router: IP Client......................... 78
Configuring Internet Access via a Wireless Device...................................... 79
Configuring Internet Access via the Mobile Network .................................. 80
Extending Wireless LAN Range ...................................................................... 81
Expanding a Wireless Radio Network ........................................................... 82
Configuring Your Telephone Numbers ......................................................... 84
Configuring Telephones ................................................................................... 85
Configuring a Door Intercom System ............................................................ 87
Saving Power with the FRITZ!Box................................................................... 88
Mesh with FRITZ! ...................................................................................................... 90
Mesh in the Home Network of the FRITZ!Box .............................................. 91
Updating FRITZ!Box for Mesh.......................................................................... 93
Integrating FRITZ!WLANRepeater into the FRITZ!Box Mesh .................... 94
Integrating FRITZ!Powerline into the Mesh of the FRITZ!Box ................... 96
Deploying an Additional FRITZ!Box as a Mesh Repeater............................ 98
Using Telephony in the Mesh .......................................................................... 99
User Interface: Overview Menu.............................................................................. 100
Overview Menu: Settings and Features ........................................................ 101
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User Interface: Internet Menu................................................................................ 104
Internet Menu: Settings and Features........................................................... 105
Using AVM Services for Diagnostics and Maintenance .............................. 106
Configuring Parental Controls ........................................................................ 108
Creating and Assigning Access Profiles ....................................................... 110
Editing Filter Lists ............................................................................................. 112
Configuring Priorities for Internet Use ......................................................... 113
Configuring Port Sharing.................................................................................. 115
Enabling Dynamic DNS..................................................................................... 117
Remote Access to the FRITZ!Box ................................................................... 118
Configuring VPN Remote Access.................................................................... 120
Configuring IPv6 ................................................................................................ 122
Configuring FRITZ!Box as a LISP Router....................................................... 124
User Interface: Telephony Menu............................................................................ 125
Telephony Menu: Settings and Features ...................................................... 126
Configuring and Using the Telephone Book ................................................. 127
Configuring and Using the Answering Machine........................................... 129
Using the Fax Function..................................................................................... 131
Configuring Call Diversion ............................................................................... 132
Configuring Call Blocks .................................................................................... 133
Configuring Do Not Disturb ............................................................................. 135
Configuring an Alarm ....................................................................................... 136
Configuring a Dialing Rule ............................................................................... 137
Configuring Call-by-Call Numbers ................................................................. 138
User Interface: Home Network Menu....................................................................139
Home Network Menu: Settings and Features............................................... 140
Managing the Home Network.......................................................................... 141
Managing Network Devices ............................................................................. 144
Changing IPv4 Settings .................................................................................... 147
Distributing IPv4 Addresses ........................................................................... 150
Changing IPv6 Settings .................................................................................... 153
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Configuring a Static IP Route .......................................................................... 155
Obtaining an IP Address Automatically ........................................................ 157
Configuring LAN Guest Access ....................................................................... 159
Configuring Wake on LAN ................................................................................ 161
Configuring USB Devices ................................................................................. 162
Configuring and Using the Media Server ...................................................... 170
Assigning a FRITZ!Box Name .......................................................................... 172
Controlling Smart Home Devices ................................................................... 173
User Interface: Wireless Menu............................................................................... 176
Wireless Menu: Settings and Features.......................................................... 177
Switching the Wireless Radio Network On and Off ..................................... 178
Selecting the Radio Channel............................................................................ 179
Configuring Wireless Guest Access .............................................................. 181
User Interface: DECT Menu..................................................................................... 185
DECT Menu: Settings and Features................................................................ 186
Enabling DECT Eco............................................................................................. 187
Allowing Non-encrypted Connections ........................................................... 188
Switching DECT On and Off.............................................................................. 189
User Interface: Diagnostics Menu..........................................................................190
Diagnostics Menu: Settings and Features..................................................... 191
Starting the Function Diagnostics ................................................................. 192
Using Security Diagnostics ............................................................................. 194
User Interface: System Menu................................................................................. 197
System Menu: Settings and Features............................................................ 198
Configuring Push Services .............................................................................. 200
Selecting Signaling of the “Info” LED ............................................................ 202
Locking Buttons...................................................................................................203
Configuring FRITZ!Box Users and FRITZ!Box Password ............................204
Saving Settings ...................................................................................................209
Loading Settings ............................................................................................... 210
Restarting the FRITZ!Box ................................................................................ 211
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Updating FRITZ!OS ............................................................................................ 212
Restoring Factory Settings ............................................................................. 217
Changing the Language of the User Interface ............................................. 219
Changing Regional Options.............................................................................. 220
Adjusting the Time Zone................................................................................... 221
User Interface: Wizards Menu................................................................................222
Using Wizards .....................................................................................................223
FRITZ!NAS ................................................................................................................. 225
FRITZ!NAS Features.......................................................................................... 226
Expanding FRITZ!NAS Storage........................................................................ 228
Displaying FRITZ!NAS in a File Manager....................................................... 229
Saving FRITZ!NAS Storage .............................................................................. 230
MyFRITZ! .................................................................................................................... 231
What Is MyFRITZ!?.............................................................................................. 232
Creating a MyFRITZ! Account .......................................................................... 235
Configuring MyFRITZ!App: with Android ...................................................... 236
Configuring MyFRITZ!App: with iOS ............................................................... 237
Controlling FRITZ!Box with Keypad Codes ..........................................................238
Information on Keypad Codes......................................................................... 239
Configuration on the Telephone...................................................................... 241
Operation at the Telephone.............................................................................. 254
Operation on the Telephone (ISDN Convenience Features)........................ 266
Restoring Factory Settings with the Telephone ...........................................268
Malfunctions ..............................................................................................................270
Troubleshooting Procedures........................................................................... 271
Troubleshooting Chart...................................................................................... 272
Opening the User Interface with the Emergency IP Address .................... 275
Knowledge Base ................................................................................................ 277
Support ................................................................................................................ 278
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Decommissioning and Disposal............................................................................. 279
Decommissioning............................................................................................... 280
Disposal ............................................................................................................... 281
Appendix..................................................................................................................... 282
Technical Specifications................................................................................... 283
Drilling Template .............................................................................................. 287
Legal...................................................................................................................... 289
Information on Cleaning................................................................................... 293
Index............................................................................................................................ 294
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General Remarks

General Remarks
Safety Instructions .................................................................................................... 9
Instructions and Help ............................................................................................... 12
Symbols Used............................................................................................................. 14
Device Data on the Type Label ................................................................................ 15
Package Contents ...................................................................................................... 17
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General Remarks

Safety Instructions

Overview

Before connecting the FRITZ!Box, observe the following security instructions in order to protect yourself, the surroundings, and the FRITZ!Box from harm.

Fires and Electrical Shocks

Overloaded outlets, extension cords and power strips can cause fires or electric shocks.
Avoid using socket strips and extension cords if at all possible.
Do not connect multiple extension cords or socket strips to each
other.

Overheating

Heat accumulation can lead to overheating of the FRITZ!Box and subsequently damage the FRITZ!Box.
Provide for sufficient air circulation around the FRITZ!Box.
Make sure that the ventilation slits on the FRITZ!Box housing are
always unobstructed.
The FRITZ!Box should not be placed on carpets or upholstery.
Do not cover the FRITZ!Box.

Power Surges Caused by Lightning

During electrical storms, electrical surges caused by lightning present a danger to connected electrical devices.
Do not install the FRITZ!Box during an electrical storm.
During a storm, disconnect the FRITZ!Box from the power supply
and from the DSL or VDSL line.
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Moisture, Liquids and Vapors

Moisture, liquids and vapors that find their way into the FRITZ!Box can cause electric shocks or short circuits.
Only use the FRITZ!Box indoors.
Never let liquids get inside the FRITZ!Box.
Protect the FRITZ!Box from vapors and moisture.

Improper Cleaning

Improper cleaning with strong detergents, solvents or wet cloths can cause damage to the FRITZ!Box.
Please refer to the information about how to clean your
FRITZ!Box, see Rules, page 293.

Improper Opening and Repairs

The device contains hazardous components and should only be opened by authorized repair technicians.
Do not open the FRITZ!Box housing.
If the FRITZ!Box needs to be repaired, please take it to a special
ized vendor.

Internet Security

Comprehensive information about how to protect your FRITZ!Box and your home network from access by strangers is presented in the internet at:
en.avm.de/guide

Radio and Electromagnetic Interference

Radio interference can be generated by every device that emits elec tromagnetic signals. With so many devices transmitting and receiving radio waves, interference can occur when radio waves overlap.
Do not use the FRITZ!Box in places where the use of radio devices
is prohibited.
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Follow any instructions to switch off radio devices – especially in
hospitals, outpatient treatment centers, medical practices and other medical facilities – in order to prevent interference with sensitive medical equipment.
Consult your doctor and the manufacturer of your medical device
(pacemaker, hearing aid, electronically controlled implant, etc.) to find out whether it could be affected by interference from your FRITZ!Box.
If applicable, maintain the recommended minimum distance of
15cm recommended by the manufacturers of medical devices in order to prevent malfunctions of your medical device.

Potentially Explosive Environments

Under unfavorable conditions, radio waves in the vicinity of explosive environments can cause fires or explosions.
Do not install and operate your FRITZ!Box in the vicinity of explo
sive environments, flammable gases, areas in which the air contains chemicals or particles like grain, dust or metal powder, or in the vicinity of detonation grounds.
In locations with potentially explosive atmospheres, and in the
vicinity of detonation grounds, follow the instructions to switch off electronic devices in order to prevent interference with detonation and ignition systems.
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Instructions and Help

Media

Use the comprehensive customer documentation to connect, configure and operate your FRITZ!Box.
The latest information on products, important developments or updates is presented in the social media.
After a FRITZ!OS update, download the latest manual from
en.avm.de/service/manuals.
Medium Contents Location
Manual
Status FRITZ!OS version 07.00
Connecting, configuration and operation
Range of functions of your FRITZ! device
en.avm. de/service/manuals
Technical specifications
Quick guide Connecting and configuration Is provided in print
with your FRITZ!Box
Online help
Instructions on configuration
http://fritz.box /
and operation
Help on the functions and settings options in the user interface
Knowledge Base
Solutions for common prob lems during connection,
en.avm.de/service
configuration and operation
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Medium Contents Location
Social media The latest about the FRITZ!Box
and your FRITZ!Box home network
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
YouTube
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Symbols Used

Symbols used

The following symbols are used in this manual:
Symbol Meaning
Important message that should be complied with in order to prevent material damage, errors or malfunctions
Useful tip for configuring and operating the FRITZ!Box
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3779 8981 1562 8981 1234
FRITZ!Box 7590 DF afbecd1234
WLAN Network (SSID) FRITZ!Box password
Power unit: 311P0W134 12V 2,5A
Serial no.
WLAN Network Key (WPA2)
Artikel no.: 2000 2804
CWMP account
AVM GmbH, 10547 Berlin
FRITZ!Box 7590
Installation: http://fritz.box
Edition International
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General Remarks

Device Data on the Type Label

Overview

Important device data on your FRITZ!Box, such as the preconfigured network key, the FRITZ!Box password and the serial number, are presented on the type label on the bottom of housing. The network key is required in order to safely connect computers and other devices with the FRITZ!Box. The FRITZ!Box password is needed to open the user interface. The serial number should be provided when submitting support requests.

Device Data on the Type Label

No. Meaning
1 Product name
2 Address of the user interface
3 Name of wireless radio network (SSID)
4 Password of the user interface
5 Network key (wireless LAN password)
6 Power adapter specification
7 Serial number
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No. Meaning
8 Part number
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Package Contents

Package Contents

No. Supplied Part Details
1 FRITZ!Box7590
1 Power adapter white
1 Network cable also “LAN cable”, yellow
1 DSL/telephone cable gray-black
1 DSL cable gray
1 DSL adapter gray
1 Telephone adapter black
1 Quick guide Connecting the FRITZ!Box
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Functions and Structure

Functions and Structure
Functions .................................................................................................................... 19
Connection Sockets ................................................................................................... 22
Buttons ........................................................................................................................ 25
LEDs ............................................................................................................................. 26
Requirements for Operation ................................................................................... 29
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Functions

Internet Router

The FRITZ!Box7590 can be operated at the following DSL connections:
ADSL line (up to 24Mbit/s)
VDSL line with vectoring (up to 100Mbit/s)
VDSL line with supervectoring (up to 300Mbit/s)

Telephone System

The FRITZ!Box is a telephone system (or PBX: Private Branch Exchange) for landline and internet telephony (IP telephony, VoIP). You can operate the FRITZ!Box at an analog telephone line, at an ISDN line, and at an IP-based line (All-IP).
The following devices can be connected to the FRITZ!Box:
6 cordless (DECT) telephones
2 analog devices (telephones, faxes, door intercoms)
8 ISDN telephones or 1 ISDN telephone system
10 IP telephones (FRITZ!AppFon, for instance)
Up to five integrated answering machines can be used to save voice messages and, upon request, send them to you by email. Via the inte grated fax function you can also send and receive faxes without an external fax machine.

Wireless Access Point

The FRITZ!Box is a wireless access point for any wireless LAN devices, for instance:
Notebooks
Tablets
Smartphones
Wireless printers
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DECT Base Station

The FRITZ!Box is a DECT base station that supports the DECTULE stan dard. The following DECT devices can be operated simultaneously on the FRITZ!Box:
Up to 6 cordless (DECT) telephones
Up to 10 FRITZ!DECT200/210 outlet switches
Up to 12 FRITZ!DECT301/300/Comet DECT radiator controls
Up to 10 FRITZ!DECT400 switches
up to 10 Smart Home devices via HANFUN

Hub in the Home Network

The FRITZ!Box is the hub in the home network. All of the devices connected with the FRITZ!Box make up the home network. With the FRITZ!Box you can keep track of all devices. The functions available for the home network include:
A media server for transmission of music, pictures and video to
playback devices in the home network
MyFRITZ! makes access to your own FRITZ!Box possible even
from the internet
FRITZ!NAS provides for easy access to all files in the network.

USB Ports

The FRITZ!Box has two USB3.0 ports to which you can connect the following devices:
USB storage devices (for example, flash drives, external hard
drives, card readers)
USB printers, USB all-in-one printers, USB scanners
USB mobile communications dongles or smartphones with USB
tethering
USB hubs
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Smart Home

The following Smart Home devices can be registered with the FRITZ!Box at the same time and configured and controlled via the FRITZ!Box:
Type of Device Number Features
Smart plug
FRITZ!DECT200
FRITZ!DECT210
Radiator controls
FRITZ!DECT300
FRITZ!DECT301
Comet DECT
Button
FRITZ!DECT400
Smart Home devices via HANFUN
up to 10 Control the power supply to
connected devices
Measure the power
consumption of connected devices
up to 12 Control the room tempera
ture automatically and save energy costs
up to 10 Switch smart plugs
up to 10 Connecting Smart Home
devices from other manu facturers with the FRITZ!Box
Switch smart plugs
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Functions and Structure

Connection Sockets

Connector Panel

No. Name Function
1 DSL
2 FON1 and FON2 RJ11 sockets for connecting analog tele
phones, fax machines, answering machines or a door intercom system
3 FONS
0
RJ45 port for connecting ISDN telephones and telephone systems (PBXs)
4 WAN RJ45 socket for connecting to a modem or a
router for internet access. If the socket is not used for the internet connection, then it is an additional gigabit Ethernet port for connecting computers and other network­compatible devices.
5 LAN1 to LAN4 Ports for connecting computers and other
network-compatible devices like hubs and game consoles
6 Power Port for plugging in the power supply
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No. Name Function
7 USB USB3.0 port for connecting USB devices like
printers or storage media
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Connectors on the Sides: USB

No. Name Function
1 USB USB3.0 port for connecting USB devices like
printers or storage media
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Power/DSL
WLAN
Fon/
DECT
Connect/WPS
Info
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Buttons

Button Functions

No. Button Function
1 WLAN Switch wireless LAN on and off; see page 178
2 Fon/DECT Find cordless phones (paging call)
3 Connect/WPS Register cordless telephones with the
FRITZ!Box; see page 56
Register wireless devices with the
FRITZ!Box via WPS; see page 55
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Power/DSL
WLAN
Fon/
DECT
Connect/WPS
Info
1 2 3 4 5
Functions and Structure

LEDs

Meaning of the LEDs

No. LED Condition Meaning
off The device has no electric power.1 Power/DSL
on The device has electric power and DSL is
synchronized. The FRITZ!Box is ready for operation.
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No. LED Condition Meaning
1 Power/DSL flashing Device has electric power and the connec
tion to DSL is being established or has been interrupted.
2 WLAN
3 Fon/DECT
off Wireless LAN is switched off.
on The wireless LAN function is switched on.
flashing Switching wireless LAN function on
or off.
Applying changes to the wireless
LAN settings.
WPS in progress: Registration of a
wireless device in progress.
off No calls in progress.
on A telephone connection is active.
flashing Registration of a DECT device in
progress.
Registration of a Smart Home device
in progress.
Messages in your voice mail or email
inbox
This function must be supported by your telephony provider.
4 Connect/
WPS
off No registration with the home network in
progress.
flashing Registration in progress for a wireless,
DECT, Smart Home or powerline device.
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No. LED Condition Meaning
4 Connect/
WPS
5 Info
lights up Registration of a wireless, DECT, Smart
Home or powerline device was successful.
flashing rapidly
Registration aborted: more than 1 device registering with the FRITZ!Box. Repeat the registration: 1 device per registration.
off None of the following processes active:
glows green
AVM Stick&Surf with
FRITZ!WLANUSB Stick is concluded.
Adjustable; see Selecting Signaling of
the “Info” LED, page 202.
flashing green
The FRITZ!OS is updated.
AVM Stick&Surf with
FRITZ!WLANUSB Stick in progress.
Time budget for online time has been
reached.
Adjustable; see Selecting Signaling of
the “Info” LED, page 202.
lights red
or
Error:
Open the user interface, see page 63.
Follow the instructions on the
flashing
"Overview" page in the user interface.
red
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Requirements for Operation

Requirements

For an internet connection via DSL:
- DSL line or
- VDSL line
For an internet connection via cable:
- cable connection with cable modem
For an internet connection via fiber optic:
- fiber optic connection with fiber optic modem
For an internet connection via mobile network:
- USB modem with mobile internet access
For an internet connection via another access device
- any internet connection with a modem or router
Computer with network connection (to establish a connection with
the internet connection of the FRITZ!Box via LAN cable)
Computer, tablet or smartphone with support for wireless LAN (to
establish a wireless connection with the internet connection of the FRITZ!Box)
An up-to-date web browser
For landline telephony:
- analog telephone line or
- ISDN point-to-multipoint line
For comprehensive technical information about your FRITZ!Box,
see page 283.
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Connecting

Connecting
Overview: Connecting the FRITZ!Box..................................................................... 31
Placement.................................................................................................................... 32
Connecting to Electrical Power .............................................................................. 34
Connecting to the Internet Access: Possibilities ................................................. 35
Connecting to the Internet: Determining the DSL Line Type ............................. 36
Connecting to the Internet via an IP-Based DSL Line ........................................ 38
Connecting to the Internet via a DSL Line ............................................................ 40
Connecting to the Internet Access: Cable Connection ........................................ 42
Connecting to the Internet Access: Fiber Optic Modem ..................................... 44
Connecting to the Internet Access: Existing Router ........................................... 45
Connecting to the Internet Access: Mobile Network ........................................... 46
Connecting to the Landline ...................................................................................... 48
Connecting a Computer with a Network ............................................................... 50
Connecting the Computer via Wireless LAN ........................................................ 52
Connecting Telephones ............................................................................................ 56
Connecting Smartphones ........................................................................................ 59
Connecting a Door Intercom System ..................................................................... 61
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