📡 Hardware Model Setup Sheet
AVM FRITZ!Box FRITZ!Box 6690 Cable
Complete default configuration parameters, factory credentials, LED indicator cheat-sheet, and hardware reset procedure.
Quick Gateway Answer (RFC 1918 Verified)
Default IP: 192.168.178.1 • Web: http://fritz.box • User: admin • Pass: Unique sticker password
To log into the AVM FRITZ!Box FRITZ!Box 6690 Cable, connect to your router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and open http://192.168.178.1 in your browser.
Hardware Configuration & Specifications
Manufacturer
AVM FRITZ!Box
Hardware Type
DOCSIS 3.1 2.5G Gateway
Default Gateway IP
192.168.178.1
Alternative Web Domain
http://fritz.box
Fallback IP
169.254.1.1
Default Username
admin
Default Password
Unique sticker password
Password on Sticker
Yes (Check Base Label)
Default SSID Pattern
FRITZ!Box 6690 Cable XX
Wi-Fi Standard
Wi-Fi 6 (4x4 DOCSIS 3.1 2.5G)
How to Factory Reset AVM FRITZ!Box FRITZ!Box 6690 Cable
Hardware Reset Instructions:
Unplug the FRITZ!Box power cord. Wait 10 seconds, plug back in. Open a browser to emergency fallback IP http://169.254.1.1 or navigate to System > Backup > Factory Settings in FRITZ!OS.
LED Indicator Diagnostic Cheat-Sheet
| LED Name | Normal State | Error / Alert State | Description & Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power / DSL / Fiber | Solid Green | Flashing Green (DSL synchronization / Line negotiation) | Broadband physical connection. |
| Internet | Solid Green | Flashing Red (Account authentication failed) | ISP PPPoE session. |
| WLAN | Solid Green | Off (Radio disabled) | Wi-Fi broadcast. |
| Info | Solid Green | Flashing Red (Critical firmware update or alert) | Configurable indicator. |
⚡ Live Gateway Reachability Probe
Target: 192.168.178.1Test whether your device is currently connected to this gateway subnet via local browser ping probes: