Connect WD My Cloud to FritzBox 7490 - how it works

You can also easily connect your WD My Cloud to your Fritzbox router 7490. We have all the information in this practical tip for you.

Connect WD My Cloud to Fritzbox 7490 - this is how you proceed

1. Connect your cloud storage to the Fritzbox using a LAN cable and switch on both devices.
2. Then switch to the administrator interface of the Fritzbox and click on "View: Advanced" at the bottom left.
3. Then navigate in the Fritzbox to "Home Network"> "Home Network Overview"> "Network Settings" and set the "Power Mode" here.
4. In addition, you should set up "My home network"> "Home network overview"> "All devices"> "Details" for your My Cloud Wake on LAN.
5. In the settings of the WD My Cloud, you should also specify that it does not switch to standby mode.

In our next practical tip, you will find out how much power the WD My Cloud consumes.