AVM Fritz!Box Login and FRITZ!OS Setup Guide
Log in to your AVM Fritz!Box at http://fritz.box or http://192.168.178.1. The admin password is printed on the device label. Fritz!Box is the most feature-rich home router available in Europe.
Summary
- Telephony. DECT base station for up to 6 cordless handsets. SIP VoIP integration. Full call management including call lists and call blocking.
- Smart Home. Native support for Fritz!DECT smart plugs (Fritz!DECT 200/210), thermostats (Fritz!DECT 301), and buttons (Fritz!DECT 440).
- MyFRITZ!. Free remote access service. Access your Fritz!Box admin panel and files from anywhere via myfritz.net.
- FRITZ!Mesh. Fritz!Repeater and Fritz!Powerline devices extend coverage as a seamless mesh network managed from the primary Fritz!Box.
About AVM Fritz!Box
AVM Fritz!Box is a German-engineered all-in-one network device that combines a DSL or cable modem, Wi-Fi router (2.4/5/6 GHz), VoIP telephone adapter, DECT base station for cordless phones, USB storage server, and smart home controller in one unit. Fritz!Box runs AVM's own FRITZ!OS firmware which receives regular updates for security and new features.
How to Log In to Fritz!Box
- 1Connect to Fritz!Box
Connect via Wi-Fi (credentials on device label) or Ethernet. The Fritz!Box label shows the default Wi-Fi network name and password.
- 2Navigate to fritz.box or 192.168.178.1
In a browser type
http://fritz.boxorhttp://192.168.178.1. Both reach the same admin panel. If fritz.box does not resolve, use the IP address. - 3Enter Fritz!Box password
Fritz!Box uses a single password (no username). The factory password is printed on the label - look for "FRITZ!Box Password" or "Kennwort." On first login you are strongly prompted to create a new password.
| Device | Access Address | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|---|
All Fritz!Box models | fritz.box / 192.168.178.1 | None (leave blank) | Printed on device label |
Fritz!Repeater | fritz.repeater | None | From Fritz!Box panel |
Fritz!Powerline | fritz.powerline | None | From Fritz!Box panel |
Default Credentials by Fritz!Box Model
| Model | Admin IP | Username | Password | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fritz!Box 7690 | fritz.box / 192.168.178.1 | (none) | Unique - device label | Wi-Fi 7, DSL+Cable |
Fritz!Box 7590 AX | fritz.box / 192.168.178.1 | (none) | Unique - device label | Wi-Fi 6, VDSL2 |
Fritz!Box 6660 Cable | fritz.box / 192.168.178.1 | (none) | Unique - device label | Wi-Fi 6, DOCSIS 3.1 |
Fritz!Box 4060 | fritz.box / 192.168.178.1 | (none) | Unique - device label | Wi-Fi 6E, router only |
Fritz!Box 7530 AX | fritz.box / 192.168.178.1 | (none) | Unique - device label | Wi-Fi 6, VDSL2 |
Fritz!Box 7490 (legacy) | fritz.box / 192.168.178.1 | (none) | Unique - device label | Wi-Fi 5, ADSL/VDSL |
Fritz!Repeater 3000 AX | fritz.repeater | (none) | Via Fritz!Box panel | Wi-Fi 6E mesh node |
Troubleshooting
- 1fritz.box not loading
Some browsers block plain-HTTP local hostnames. Try
http://192.168.178.1directly, or type fritz.box in the address bar with no https://. - 2Forgotten Fritz!Box password
Press Reset button for 10 seconds - restores label password. All custom settings erased.
Community and Support
Official documentation answers most setup questions, but these communities have thousands of solved threads covering every edge case.
- AVM Fritz!Box Support: Official AVM support with FRITZ!OS manuals, update notes, and setup wizards for every Fritz!Box model.
- r/fritzbox on Reddit: Fritz!Box community for DECT, FRITZ!Mesh, smart home, and VPN setup discussions.
FAQ
What are the best Fritz!Box models for a home network?
For DSL connections, the Fritz!Box 7590 AX (Wi-Fi 6) is the flagship home model with the fastest processor and longest firmware support track record. For cable connections, the 6660 Cable provides Wi-Fi 6 on cable lines. The 4060 is the first Fritz!Box with Wi-Fi 6E (6 GHz band) for maximum throughput near the router.
Is Fritz!Box available outside Germany?
Fritz!Box is officially sold in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and Poland with local ISP configurations. International firmware versions are available from AVM's website. In regions where Fritz!Box is not officially supported, it can be used but may need manual APN/DSL profile configuration.