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AirPort Extreme Base Station Setup Guide Includes instructions for setting up the AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort software
AirPort Extreme Base Station Setup Guide Includes instructions for setting up the AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort software
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...to AirPort 5 About the AirPort Extreme Base Station 6 The AirPort Extreme Base Station at a Glance 7 AirPort Extreme Base Station Ports 8 About the AirPort Software 9 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 10 Setup Overview 13 Mounting the AirPort Extreme Base Station on a Wall 15 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 15 Monitoring the AirPort Extreme Base Station's Internet Connection Status 16 Monitoring AirPort Extreme Base Station Communication 16 Connecting to the Internet 17 Connecting Additional Computers to Your AirPort Network 17 Configuring the Base Station With AirPort Admin...
...to AirPort 5 About the AirPort Extreme Base Station 6 The AirPort Extreme Base Station at a Glance 7 AirPort Extreme Base Station Ports 8 About the AirPort Software 9 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 10 Setup Overview 13 Mounting the AirPort Extreme Base Station on a Wall 15 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 15 Monitoring the AirPort Extreme Base Station's Internet Connection Status 16 Monitoring AirPort Extreme Base Station Communication 16 Connecting to the Internet 17 Connecting Additional Computers to Your AirPort Network 17 Configuring the Base Station With AirPort Admin...
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... antenna port (Y) for connecting an Apple-certified antenna to the Internet, all AirPort-equipped computers can also share the base station's Internet connection. 5 Once the base station is connected to extend the range of the base station also have Internet access • USB... Ethernet computers that provides high performance wireless communication between the Internet and the AirPort-equipped computers. About the AirPort Extreme Base Station The AirPort Extreme Base Station establishes a wired connection to the Internet and wireless connections to access the Internet from...
... antenna port (Y) for connecting an Apple-certified antenna to the Internet, all AirPort-equipped computers can also share the base station's Internet connection. 5 Once the base station is connected to extend the range of the base station also have Internet access • USB... Ethernet computers that provides high performance wireless communication between the Internet and the AirPort-equipped computers. About the AirPort Extreme Base Station The AirPort Extreme Base Station establishes a wired connection to the Internet and wireless connections to access the Internet from...
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The AirPort Extreme Base Station at a Glance 0 0 0 Reset button �:: Ethernet (0..) Ethernet (WAN) port (LAN) port Security slot l' USB printer port = Power adapter port Chapter 1 Introduction to AirPort
The AirPort Extreme Base Station at a Glance 0 0 0 Reset button �:: Ethernet (0..) Ethernet (WAN) port (LAN) port Security slot l' USB printer port = Power adapter port Chapter 1 Introduction to AirPort
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...computers without Internet access) and printers. �' Internal modem port (on some models) Connect one end of the AirPort Extreme Base Station power adapter to the port and the other end to a standard telephone jack. Power adapter port Connect one end...as the Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable, to secure your AirPort Extreme Base Station. AirPort Extreme Base Station Ports Your AirPort Extreme Base Station may have six ports, depending on which model you purchased: V External antenna port (on some models) Connect an Apple-certified external antenna to extend the range of the ...
...computers without Internet access) and printers. �' Internal modem port (on some models) Connect one end of the AirPort Extreme Base Station power adapter to the port and the other end to a standard telephone jack. Power adapter port Connect one end...as the Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable, to secure your AirPort Extreme Base Station. AirPort Extreme Base Station Ports Your AirPort Extreme Base Station may have six ports, depending on which model you purchased: V External antenna port (on some models) Connect an Apple-certified external antenna to extend the range of the ...
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... AirPort Extreme Base Station. On some models of supported printers. 8 Chapter 1 Introduction to adjust network, routing, and security settings and other advanced options. Check the AirPort website at www.apple.com/ airport for setting up and managing the AirPort Extreme Base Station. AirPort status menu in Applications/Utilities, is an advanced tool for a list of the AirPort Extreme Base Station, you connect a USB printer to the base station...
... AirPort Extreme Base Station. On some models of supported printers. 8 Chapter 1 Introduction to adjust network, routing, and security settings and other advanced options. Check the AirPort website at www.apple.com/ airport for setting up and managing the AirPort Extreme Base Station. AirPort status menu in Applications/Utilities, is an advanced tool for a list of the AirPort Extreme Base Station, you connect a USB printer to the base station...
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Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 2 Use the information in this chapter to set up your Internet service provider (ISP) or go to the AppleCare Knowledge Base at www.apple.com/support The computer is already configured to power and ...phone outlets (or a network connection). For the latest information on using a DSL or cable modem, an Ethernet network, or dialup modem. (The AirPort Setup Assistant transfers a copy of your computer's active Internet settings to the AirPort Extreme Base Station...
Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 2 Use the information in this chapter to set up your Internet service provider (ISP) or go to the AppleCare Knowledge Base at www.apple.com/support The computer is already configured to power and ...phone outlets (or a network connection). For the latest information on using a DSL or cable modem, an Ethernet network, or dialup modem. (The AirPort Setup Assistant transfers a copy of your computer's active Internet settings to the AirPort Extreme Base Station...
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... Assistant transfers a copy of your computer's active Internet settings (the information in the base station, the status lights glow while the base station starts up the AirPort Extreme Base Station in three steps: Test your Internet connection using your AirPort Extreme Base Station. The AirPort Extreme Base Station turns on the AirPort Extreme Base Station. • If you use an Ethernet LAN for Internet access, such as a DSL or cable...
... Assistant transfers a copy of your computer's active Internet settings (the information in the base station, the status lights glow while the base station starts up the AirPort Extreme Base Station in three steps: Test your Internet connection using your AirPort Extreme Base Station. The AirPort Extreme Base Station turns on the AirPort Extreme Base Station. • If you use an Ethernet LAN for Internet access, such as a DSL or cable...
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...port = Power adapter port If you use the AirPort Extreme Base Station to provide Internet access to non-AirPort computers that are not otherwise connected to the Internet by the modem (�') port. Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station The base station must be connected to the Internet by the lO/...lOOBase-T Ethernet WAN (-:::) port or by connecting them to the lO/lOOBase-T Ethernet LAN port on the AirPort Extreme Base Station. You can provide Internet access to computers connected to both Ethernet ports (WAN -::: and LAN H). • If you ...
...port = Power adapter port If you use the AirPort Extreme Base Station to provide Internet access to non-AirPort computers that are not otherwise connected to the Internet by the modem (�') port. Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station The base station must be connected to the Internet by the lO/...lOOBase-T Ethernet WAN (-:::) port or by connecting them to the lO/lOOBase-T Ethernet LAN port on the AirPort Extreme Base Station. You can provide Internet access to computers connected to both Ethernet ports (WAN -::: and LAN H). • If you ...
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... set up your computer and the AirPort Extreme Base Station. 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station up to set settings (rom this computer to use AirPort. Step 3: Use the AirPort Setup Assistant The AirPort Setup Assistant: • Sets up your AirPort network • Transfers the active Internet settings from your computer to the AirPort Extreme Base Station • Configures your computer to access...
... set up your computer and the AirPort Extreme Base Station. 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station up to set settings (rom this computer to use AirPort. Step 3: Use the AirPort Setup Assistant The AirPort Setup Assistant: • Sets up your AirPort network • Transfers the active Internet settings from your computer to the AirPort Extreme Base Station • Configures your computer to access...
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Follow these steps: Select a location close to mount it on the bottom of the base station. Mounting bracket 3 Locate the two mounting bracket holes on a wall. Mounting the AirPort Extreme Base Station on a Wall You can use the mounting bracket provided with your AirPort Extreme Base Station to power and phone outlets (or a network connection). 2 Screw the mounting bracket into a wall stud using the two screws that came with the base station. Mounting bracket holes Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station
Follow these steps: Select a location close to mount it on the bottom of the base station. Mounting bracket 3 Locate the two mounting bracket holes on a wall. Mounting the AirPort Extreme Base Station on a Wall You can use the mounting bracket provided with your AirPort Extreme Base Station to power and phone outlets (or a network connection). 2 Screw the mounting bracket into a wall stud using the two screws that came with the base station. Mounting bracket holes Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station
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... designed to mount with the ports on the top (Apple logo right side up), with the cables passing behind it through the mounting bracket and then connect them to the base station. In most cases, only two or three cables are used. 5 Carefully insert the bottom two ...mounting bracket into the mounting bracket holes on the mounting bracket around the bottom lip of the base station. Clip the top prongs on the bottom of the base station. 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 4 Feed the cables through the mounting bracket as shown in the illustration. Note: The ...
... designed to mount with the ports on the top (Apple logo right side up), with the cables passing behind it through the mounting bracket and then connect them to the base station. In most cases, only two or three cables are used. 5 Carefully insert the bottom two ...mounting bracket into the mounting bracket holes on the mounting bracket around the bottom lip of the base station. Clip the top prongs on the bottom of the base station. 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 4 Feed the cables through the mounting bracket as shown in the illustration. Note: The ...
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... IntUMt vt. [themal Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 3 The information in this chapter to: • Monitor your AirPort Extreme Base Station status • Connect to and disconnect from the Internet • Add computers to your AirPort network • Use AirPort Admin Utility to modify advanced base station settings • Connect additional base stations to your AirPort network Monitoring the AirPort Extreme Base Station's Internet Connection Status Use the...
... IntUMt vt. [themal Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 3 The information in this chapter to: • Monitor your AirPort Extreme Base Station status • Connect to and disconnect from the Internet • Add computers to your AirPort network • Use AirPort Admin Utility to modify advanced base station settings • Connect additional base stations to your AirPort network Monitoring the AirPort Extreme Base Station's Internet Connection Status Use the...
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... Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station The AirPort Extreme Base Station is connecting to the Internet and can open Internet Connect, located in the Applications folder, select AirPort in normal operating mode. If you are connected to an AirPort network that requires an Internet connection. Monitoring AirPort Extreme Base Station Communication The following table explains the AirPort Extreme Base Station indicator lights. The AirPort Extreme Base Station is receiving power and...
... Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station The AirPort Extreme Base Station is connecting to the Internet and can open Internet Connect, located in the Applications folder, select AirPort in normal operating mode. If you are connected to an AirPort network that requires an Internet connection. Monitoring AirPort Extreme Base Station Communication The following table explains the AirPort Extreme Base Station indicator lights. The AirPort Extreme Base Station is receiving power and...
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... want the AirPort Extreme Base Station to connect to configure your AirPort Extreme Base Station. Disconnecting From the Internet The AirPort Extreme Base Station automatically disconnects from the Internet by opening Internet Connect, selecting AirPort in Applications/Utilities. 2 Select your base station. 3 Click Configure. 4 Click Show All Settings, and then click Internet. 5 Deselect the "Automatically dial" checkbox. Configuring the Base Station With AirPort Admin Utility The AirPort Setup Assistant...
... want the AirPort Extreme Base Station to connect to configure your AirPort Extreme Base Station. Disconnecting From the Internet The AirPort Extreme Base Station automatically disconnects from the Internet by opening Internet Connect, selecting AirPort in Applications/Utilities. 2 Select your base station. 3 Click Configure. 4 Click Show All Settings, and then click Internet. 5 Deselect the "Automatically dial" checkbox. Configuring the Base Station With AirPort Admin Utility The AirPort Setup Assistant...
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... Up Roaming Multiple AirPort Extreme Base Stations can connect additional AirPort Extreme Base Stations to configure your wireless network. a Open AirPort Admin Utility (in service (a process known as roaming). Note: By default, the AirPort Extreme Base Station is public. The initial password for the AirPort Extreme Base Station is set to use AirPort Admin Utility instead of the AirPort Setup Assistant to extend the range of the AirPort Extreme Base Stations to the...
... Up Roaming Multiple AirPort Extreme Base Stations can connect additional AirPort Extreme Base Stations to configure your wireless network. a Open AirPort Admin Utility (in service (a process known as roaming). Note: By default, the AirPort Extreme Base Station is public. The initial password for the AirPort Extreme Base Station is set to use AirPort Admin Utility instead of the AirPort Setup Assistant to extend the range of the AirPort Extreme Base Stations to the...
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If you want one AirPort Extreme Base Station to assign IP addresses using DHCp, also do the following the instructions in the previous section. AirPort network - - DHCP server I - - AirPort network -::=- The base station acting as bridges, following : Set up one base station to act as the DHCP server. 2 Set up the other base stations as a DHCP server can receive its IP address from the DHCP server on the Ethernet network. AirPort network To the Internet Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 19
If you want one AirPort Extreme Base Station to assign IP addresses using DHCp, also do the following the instructions in the previous section. AirPort network - - DHCP server I - - AirPort network -::=- The base station acting as bridges, following : Set up one base station to act as the DHCP server. 2 Set up the other base stations as a DHCP server can receive its IP address from the DHCP server on the Ethernet network. AirPort network To the Internet Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 19
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... are using AirPort 3.1 or later, a relay base station. �--.... .. Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station �20 Setting Up a Wireless Distribution System {WDS} When you connect base stations wirelessly in the future. A remote base station shares the main base station's Internet connection. As part of AirPort Admin Utility. When you might consider giving all of the base stations on the bottom of each base station as the...
... are using AirPort 3.1 or later, a relay base station. �--.... .. Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station �20 Setting Up a Wireless Distribution System {WDS} When you connect base stations wirelessly in the future. A remote base station shares the main base station's Internet connection. As part of AirPort Admin Utility. When you might consider giving all of the base stations on the bottom of each base station as the...
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... Mapping Access Control WOS Enable this base station as a WDS" checkbox, and choose "main base station" from the list. Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 21 Deselect the "Auto configure as a WDS remote base station" checkbox if you want to set up as the main base station. 2 Open AirPort Admin Utility (in Applications/Utilities), select the main base station, and click Configure. you an...
... Mapping Access Control WOS Enable this base station as a WDS" checkbox, and choose "main base station" from the list. Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station 21 Deselect the "Auto configure as a WDS remote base station" checkbox if you want to set up as the main base station. 2 Open AirPort Admin Utility (in Applications/Utilities), select the main base station, and click Configure. you an...
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... stiltion (Apple _.� Netwo,k name rcc;:ng TCP/tP: ure using the default password of the main base station in Applications/Utilities), select the remote base station, and click Configure. Remote base stations need to be prompted for . Enter the base station password if necessary. Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station The MAC address is also referred to as a remote base station. 2 Open AirPort Admin...
... stiltion (Apple _.� Netwo,k name rcc;:ng TCP/tP: ure using the default password of the main base station in Applications/Utilities), select the remote base station, and click Configure. Remote base stations need to be prompted for . Enter the base station password if necessary. Chapter 3 Using Your AirPort Extreme Base Station The MAC address is also referred to as a remote base station. 2 Open AirPort Admin...