Flexible for all connection types
The versatile FRITZ!Box 4040 is ideal for starting a home network on any cable, DSL or fiber optic modem. It is easy to connect via the gigabit WAN port. Thanks to its support for mobile communication dongles, it can be used even more flexibly. With fast gigabit Ethernet and USB ports, the 4040 provides for rapid home networking.
The pacesetter for your home network
The FRITZ!Box 4040 combines fast Wireless AC and Wireless N so that movies, music and data are distributed to all mobile devices in the home network at optimum rates. Gaming consoles and network-compatible devices like TVs or printers can be connected in no time via cable over gigabit LAN. What’s more, the package is topped off by an USB 3.0 port.
Mesh WiFi with FRITZ!
The FRITZ!Box 4040 supports Mesh WiFi, meaning your videos, music and photos seamlessly reach every corner of your home, apartment or office. How does it work? The FRITZ! devices work together as part of a single network, communicating with each other andoptimizing your devices and network usage.
With Mesh networking you can enjoy high speeds while surfing, streaming or gaming. Instead of waiting for breathtaking HD television and your favorite music, your media will wait for you.
Smartphone calls via the Internet
With FRITZ!App Fon it is easy to connect your smartphone to your FRITZ!Box over wireless LAN and use it as a VoIP phone. This way you can conveniently reach any telephone line via the Internet.
Security for your home network
In terms of security the small FRITZ!Box measures up to the other models. A comprehensive security concept that undergoes continuous testing and development protects your communication. Free access to these developments in the form of updates always keeps you on the safe side.
FRITZ!OS – fully loaded software
FRITZ!OS, the operating system of your FRITZ!Box, delivers new functions on a regular basis. Thanks to the FRITZ!Apps you can also use your smartphone to access your data from outside the home, connect to the wireless LAN or use your smartphone as a webcam. And of course, all updates and apps are free.
Award-winning simplicity
The operating concept of the FRITZ!Box has won awards from the press and praise from users for achieving its goal: keeping everything as simple as possible. A clear user interface and wizards accompany you every step of the way.
Technical Specifications
Internet
- Wireless router for the connection to a cable/DSL/fiber optic modem or 4G/3G dongle
- Use of existing Internet connections via LAN and wireless LAN
- Support for IPv6
- Stateful Packet Inspection Firewall with port sharing
- Secure remote access over the Internet with VPN (IPSec)
Wireless LAN
- Wireless AC (up to 866 Mbit/s gross, 5 GHz) and N (up to 400 Mbit/s gross, 2.4 GHz)
- With Mesh WiFi you can combine several wireless access points into one intelligent system (FRITZ!OS 6.90 and later) Find out more at en.avm.de/mesh
- Dual wireless: Concurrent use of the 5- and 2.4-GHz bands
- Compatible with Wireless 802.11g, b and a
- Secure ex works with WPA2 encryption
- AVM Stick & Surf: automatic security for wireless surfing
- WLAN button (to switch wireless LAN on/off manually)
- Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
- Wireless guest access – secure surfing for friends and visitors
- Wireless network range extended through repeater function
- Wireless auto channel: Automated search for wireless LAN radio channel free of interference
- Green AP mode for optimum performance at minimum power consumption
Convenience for the home network
- Media server makes music, pictures and videos available to devices in the home network (SMB, FTP, UPnP AV)
- With MyFRITZ!, secure access to your own FRITZ!Box from anywhere
- FRITZ!NAS – simple, browser-based access to all files in the network, wherever they are stored
- Networked applications such as IPTV, video on demand and media streaming
- Parental controls, push service, cloud contacts, online storage
- Guest access: share your Internet connection over LAN or wireless LAN
- Wake on LAN over the Internet
- Supports devices compliant with DLNA
FRITZ!OS
- “fritz.box”: multi-language user interface, for intuitive operation via Web browser
- User interface optimized for smartphones and tablets (responsive design)
- Free updates for new functions and security
- Advanced view for special configuration options, help function with full-text search
- FRITZ!Apps for file access from on the go (Android and iOS), easy connections to the WiFi network (Android), using smartphones as webcams (Android) and more
Interfaces
- 4 x gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1,000 Base-T)
- 1 x gigabit WAN
- Wireless access point compliant with IEEE 802.11ac, n, g, b, a
- 1 x USB 3.0 and 1 x USB 2.0 for printers and storage media
Package contents
- FRITZ!Box 4040
- Power adapter with 1.5-meter cable
- Network cable
- Quick guide
Device properties
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 226 x 160 x 47 mm
- Suitable for tabletop or wall-mounted operation
- Medium power consumption: 3.5 – 7 W
Warranty
- 5-year manufacturer’s warranty
Article number
- 20002767
