Apple AirPort Extreme 802.11n (4th Generation Setup Guide

AirPort Extreme Setup Guide

10 Chapter 1 Getting Started AirPort Extreme Status Light The following table explains AirPort Extreme light sequences and what they indicate. W

2 11 2 AirPort Extreme Networks In this chapter you’ll find explanations of the different ways you can use AirPort Extreme. This chapter provides s

12 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme with Your Broadband Internet Service When you set up AirPort Extreme to provide netw

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 13 To set it up: 1 Connect your DSL or cable modem to your AirPort Extreme Ethernet WAN port (< ). 2 Open

14 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Printer When you connect a compatible USB printer to your AirPort Ext

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 15 To set it up: 1 Connect the printer to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d ) or to a USB hub, using a USB cabl

16 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme to Share USB Hard Disks When you connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme, co

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 17 To set it up: 1 Connect the hard disk to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d ) using a USB cable. 2 Open AirPo

18 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme with Your AirPort Network The illustration below shows a wireless network utilizing

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 19 To set it up: 1 Connect all the devices you plan to use in your network. 2 Open AirPort Utility (located i

2 Contents 4 Chapter 1: Getting Started5 About AirPort Extreme 6 About the AirPort Software 7 What You Need to Get Started 10 AirPort Extreme St

20 3 3 Setting Up AirPort Extreme This chapter provides information and instructions for using AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme. Use

Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort Extreme 21Using AirPort UtilityTo set up and configure your AirPort Extreme to use AirPort for wireless networking and

22 Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort ExtremeCreating a New Wireless NetworkYou can use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to create a new wireless n

Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort Extreme 23Use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to enter your ISP settings and configure how AirPort Extreme shar

24 Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort ExtremeAllowing Wireless Clients Access to Your NetworkIf your network is password-protected using WPA Personal or

Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort Extreme 25Setting Advanced OptionsTo set advanced options, you can use AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme

26 44 Tips and TroubleshootingYou can quickly solve most problems with AirPort Extreme by following the advice in this chapter.You Can’t Connect to th

Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting 27Â On a Macintosh, use the AirPort status menu in the menu bar to select the network created by AirPort Extreme

28 Chapter 4 Tips and TroubleshootingTo return AirPort Extreme to the factory settings:m Use the end of a straightened paper clip to press and hold

Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting 29For more information about the reason the light flashes, open AirPort Utility, select your base station, and t

Contents 3 26 Chapter 4: Tips and Troubleshooting26 You Can’t Connect to the Internet 26 You Forgot Your Network or Base Station Password 27 Your

30 Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting4 Turn the printer off, wait a few seconds, then turn it back on.Updating AirPort SoftwareApple periodically u

Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting 31Â If you place your AirPort Extreme in an entertainment center with your stereo equipment, avoid completely su

32 55 Learning More, Service, and SupportYou can find more information about using AirPort Extreme on the web and in onscreen help.Online Resources Fo

Chapter 5 Learning More, Service, and Support 33Onscreen Helpm To learn more about using AirPort Utility with AirPort Extreme, open AirPort Utility

34 AppendixAirPort Extreme Specifications and Safety GuidelinesAirPort Extreme Specifications Frequency Band: 2.4 and 5 GHz Radio Output Power: 20

Appendix AirPort Extreme Specifications and Safety Guidelines 35Size and Weight Length: 6.50 inches (165.0 mm) Width: 6.50 inches (165.0 mm)Â

36 Appendix AirPort Extreme Specifications and Safety GuidelinesAbout Operating and Storage Temperatures When you are using your AirPort Extreme,

37Communications Regulation InformationWireless Radio UseThis device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequenc

38Important: Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple Inc. could void the EMC compliance and negate your authority to operate

39European Union—Disposal Information: This symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of separately f

4 1 1 Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing AirPort Extreme. Read this guide to get started. AirPort Extreme is based on an Institute of El

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Chapter 1 Getting Started 5Â Connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme. All of the compatible computers on the AirPort network, both wirel

6 Chapter 1 Getting Started One USB port (d ) for connecting a compatible USB printer, hard disk, or hub for connecting several devicesNext to

Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 Note: You must use AirPort Utility to set up this base station. The AirPort Extreme 802.11n Base Station is not co

8 Chapter 1 Getting Started Mac OS X v10.4 or later AirPort Utility 5.2 or later To set up AirPort Extreme using a Windows PC, you need the fo

Chapter 1 Getting Started 9 After you have connected the cables for all the devices you plan to use, connect the AC plug adapter to the power po