FRITZ.Box is the web-based management interface for AVM FRITZ!Box routers, providing access to change Wi-Fi passwords, network settings, and router configurations at http://192.168.178.1 or http://fritz.box.
How to login to FRITZ.Box?
Access your FRITZ!Box admin panel by following these steps:
- Open your web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge).
- Type http://fritz.box or http://192.168.178.1 in the address bar.
- Enter your FRITZ!Box password when prompted.
- Click “Log In” to access the user interface.
Note: The default password is typically printed on a sticker on the back or bottom of your FRITZ!Box router.
How to change FRITZ.Box Network Name (SSID)?
Customize your wireless network name with these steps:
- Access the FRITZ.Box interface at http://fritz.box.
- Go to Wireless in the main menu.
- Select Radio Network from the wireless settings.
- Enter your preferred wireless network name (SSID) in the designated field.
- Click Apply to implement the new network name.
How to change FRITZ.Box Wi-Fi Password?
Secure your wireless network by updating the Wi-Fi password:
- Log into the FRITZ.Box interface at http://fritz.box.
- Navigate to Wireless from the main menu.
- Select Security from the wireless options.
- Choose WPA encryption for highest security level.
- Set WPA mode to WPA2 (CCMP) for optimal protection.
- Enter your new Wi-Fi password in the Network key field.
- Click Apply to save the configuration changes.
Troubleshooting Connection Issues
If you cannot access the FRITZ.Box interface, try these solutions:
- Ensure your device is connected to the FRITZ!Box network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable.
- Access the interface using the emergency IP address http://169.254.1.1 if the standard addresses fail.
- Always enter the full address including “http://” to prevent browser web searches.
- Ensure you’re typing 192.168.178.1 correctly, not 192.168.l78.1 (with letter ‘l’).
- Delete cookies and browsing data, then retry accessing the interface.
- Temporarily disable any VPN or proxy connections that might interfere.