The FritzBox routers from AVM are very widespread in Germany. In addition to the core functions, a modern FritzBox offers numerous extra features with which consumers can optimize their own home network and make one or two additional settings. In this article, we explain how you can vary the LEDs on your FritzBox or switch them off completely.
The LEDs on a router basically serve a practical purpose, as they provide information about the status of your home network and the Internet connection. The lights are especially helpful when there are problems with the WLAN or with the Internet, since in many cases you can get a direct picture of where the source of the error lies.
In stable home networks, however, this practical benefit of LEDs is usually only rarely used. Under certain circumstances, the lights can even be rather annoying, for example if the FritzBox is in the bedroom. In this case, AVM offers the option of dimming the LEDs or switching them off completely on many models. We’ll explain how to do it.
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This is how you turn off the LEDs on your FritzBox
First go to the settings Your FritzBox by entering http://fritz.box in your browser line and log in. Now click on the dot on the left side system and in the submenu buttons and LEDs.
In the user interface you can now make changes to the lighting behavior of the FritzBox under LED display. For example, you can define how brightly the LEDs should shine (weak, medium or very bright) or that the LED brightness adjusts itself to the ambient light. Alternatively, you can also switch off the LED display completely here.
You can also add a separate function to the info LED; For example, that a device is logged on to the WLAN guest access. You can read more about configuring the info LED in this article.
AVM’s FritzBoxes are very popular; However, many users limit the use to the basic function of a stable Internet connection. The AVM routers offer a whole range of practical functions for your own home network: We present the best features in our large FritzBox feature article.
The best FritzBox models for DSL and cable (display)
Source: AVM/Saturn AVM FritzBox 6660 Cable
The FritzBox 6660 Cable is the best choice for cable customers: With Wi-Fi 6, it supports the latest WLAN standard and offers excellent value for money. Up to six cordless telephones can be connected to the router.
195.99 euros
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Source: AVM/Saturn AVM FritzBox 7590
In the CHIP test, the WLAN router achieves a maximum data throughput of 895 MBit per second and offers a wide range of features. For example, two USB 3.0 sockets are available to easily integrate printers and hard drives into the network.
204.99 euros
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Source: AVM/Saturn AVM FritzBox 6591 Cable
AVM’s second-best router for the cable connection convinces in the CHIP test with good data transfer rates in the WLAN AC and easy operation. In addition, the FritzBox 6591 Cable proves to be a great telephone system.
259.99 euros
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Source: AVM/Saturn AVM FritzBox 7530 AX
Anyone who has a DSL connection at home and needs Wi-Fi 6 will get their money’s worth with the FritzBox 7530 AX. As is typical for AVM, setup and operation are child’s play.
150.99 euros
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