FRITZ!Box 3490
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During electrical storms, lightning and electrical surges
present a danger to connected electrical devices.
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Do not install the FRITZ!Box during an electrical
storm.
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During a storm, disconnect the FRITZ!Box from the
power supply and from the DSL or VDSL line.
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Moisture and liquids that find their way into the
FRITZ!Box can cause electric shocks or short circuits.
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Only use the FRITZ!Box indoors.
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Never let liquids get inside the FRITZ!Box.
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The device contains hazardous components and should
only be opened by authorized repair technicians.
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Do not open the FRITZ!Box housing.
Handling the FRITZ!Box
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Insert the the FRITZ!Box into an electrical outlet that is
easy to reach.
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You can place the FRITZ!Box on a horizontal surface or
mount it on a wall. For a drilling template to mount the
FRITZ!Box on a wall, see
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Place or hang the FRITZ!Box in a dry location that is free
of dust and protected from direct sunlight.
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For ideal operating conditions, mount the FRITZ!Box on a
wall with the cables connected on the bottom.
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When connecting the FRITZ!Box to your computer using a
network cable, keep in mind that the cable can be no
longer than 100 m.
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If you would like to establish wireless connections be-
tween the FRITZ!Box and the computer, position the
FRITZ!Box at a central location.
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Make sure to keep sufficient distance from potential
sources of interference like microwave devices or elec-
tric devices with large metal housings.
