Placement
Overview
You can either place the FRITZ!Box on a horizontal surface or mount it
on a wall.
For ideal operating conditions, we recommend mounting the FRITZ!Box
on a wall.
Rules for Setting Up the FRITZ!Box
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Only use the FRITZ!Box indoors.
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Position the FRITZ!Box near an electrical outlet that is easy to
reach, so that you can unplug the FRITZ!Box at any time.
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Position the FRITZ!Box in a dry location that is free of dust.
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Do not place the FRITZ!Box on heat-sensitive surfaces like furni
ture with sensitive paintwork.
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To avoid heat accumulation, the FRITZ!Box should not be placed
on carpets or upholstered furniture.
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Provide for sufficient air circulation around the FRITZ!Box and do
not cover up the FRITZ!Box. The ventilation slits must never be
obstructed.
Rules for Optimum Wireless LAN Reception
Radio wave propagation during wireless LAN operation is strongly
dependent on the positioning of your FRITZ!Box: Keep the following
rules in mind for good reception:
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Position the FRITZ!Box in a central location.
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Position the FRITZ!Box in an elevated location.
Connecting
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