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Contents 5 Getting Started 7 Ports on Your AirPort Express 9 AirPort Express Status Lights 10 Using AirPort Express 10 The AirPort Express Network 12 Setting Up AirPort Express 12 System Requirements 14 Setting up AirPort Express 14 Setting Advanced Options 16 Using AirPort Express to Stream Music 18 Tips and Troubleshooting 18 Best Locations for AirPort Express 3
Contents 5 Getting Started 7 Ports on Your AirPort Express 9 AirPort Express Status Lights 10 Using AirPort Express 10 The AirPort Express Network 12 Setting Up AirPort Express 12 System Requirements 14 Setting up AirPort Express 14 Setting Advanced Options 16 Using AirPort Express to Stream Music 18 Tips and Troubleshooting 18 Best Locations for AirPort Express 3
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19 Avoiding Interference 19 Problems and Solutions 25 Learning More, Service, and Support 25 Onscreen Help on Your Computer 25 Online Resources 26 Obtaining Warranty Service 26 Finding the Serial Number of Your AirPort Express 27 Specifications and Safety 28 AirPort Express Safety Tips 30 Regulatory Compliance Information 4
19 Avoiding Interference 19 Problems and Solutions 25 Learning More, Service, and Support 25 Onscreen Help on Your Computer 25 Online Resources 26 Obtaining Warranty Service 26 Finding the Serial Number of Your AirPort Express 27 Specifications and Safety 28 AirPort Express Safety Tips 30 Regulatory Compliance Information 4
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... such as iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and Apple TV. You can use AirPort Express to share your Internet connection with AirPlay, an easy way to play your iTunes music through your network, share a network printer, and connect to other devices. When you set up your AirPort Express Base Station, it creates two high-speed Wi-Fi networks...
... such as iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and Apple TV. You can use AirPort Express to share your Internet connection with AirPlay, an easy way to play your iTunes music through your network, share a network printer, and connect to other devices. When you set up your AirPort Express Base Station, it creates two high-speed Wi-Fi networks...
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Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 For connecting AirPort Express to a stereo or powered speakers Power port For connecting AirPort Express to an AC power source Next to the ports is a reset button for connecting to an existing Ethernet network 10/100Base...Local Area Network (LAN) port G For connecting Ethernet devices such as printers or computers, or for troubleshooting your AirPort Express. Ports on Your AirPort Express AirPort Express has five ports on the front of AirPort Express shows its current status. The status light on the back: 10/100Base-T Ethernet Wide Area Network (WAN) port ...
Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 For connecting AirPort Express to a stereo or powered speakers Power port For connecting AirPort Express to an AC power source Next to the ports is a reset button for connecting to an existing Ethernet network 10/100Base...Local Area Network (LAN) port G For connecting Ethernet devices such as printers or computers, or for troubleshooting your AirPort Express. Ports on Your AirPort Express AirPort Express has five ports on the front of AirPort Express shows its current status. The status light on the back: 10/100Base-T Ethernet Wide Area Network (WAN) port ...
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... connect the cables for all the devices you plan to use AirPlay to play music from your AirPort Express is set up and connected to the audio out port (if you'll use , plug the AirPort Express power cord into a power outlet, the status light glows amber during startup, and then flashes... amber during setup. There 's no on/off switch. Before you plug in your AirPort Express, first connect the appropriate cables to the ports you want to use-including: ÂÂ An Ethernet cable connecting your DSL or cable modem to...
... connect the cables for all the devices you plan to use AirPlay to play music from your AirPort Express is set up and connected to the audio out port (if you'll use , plug the AirPort Express power cord into a power outlet, the status light glows amber during startup, and then flashes... amber during setup. There 's no on/off switch. Before you plug in your AirPort Express, first connect the appropriate cables to the ports you want to use-including: ÂÂ An Ethernet cable connecting your DSL or cable modem to...
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... and green There may be a problem starting up or cannot establish a connection to find out the cause. AirPort Express Status Lights The following table describes AirPort Express status light sequences and what they indicate. Solid green AirPort Express is unplugged. AirPort Express will restart and try again. See "If Your AirPort Express Status Light Flashes Amber" on and working properly.
... and green There may be a problem starting up or cannot establish a connection to find out the cause. AirPort Express Status Lights The following table describes AirPort Express status light sequences and what they indicate. Solid green AirPort Express is unplugged. AirPort Express will restart and try again. See "If Your AirPort Express Status Light Flashes Amber" on and working properly.
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... the device. ÂÂ Connect your stereo or powered speakers to your AirPort Express, and then use AirPlay to play music through the speakers using AirPlay. Wireless-equipped Mac and Windows computers and other wireless devices, such as iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV. ÂÂ Create a guest network, with computers and other wireless...
... the device. ÂÂ Connect your stereo or powered speakers to your AirPort Express, and then use AirPlay to play music through the speakers using AirPlay. Wireless-equipped Mac and Windows computers and other wireless devices, such as iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV. ÂÂ Create a guest network, with computers and other wireless...
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Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 iPhone or iPod touch Computer or iPad 2.4 GHz AirPort Express 2.4 or 5 GHz to Audio Out port Powered speakers to Ethernet WAN port to Ethernet LAN port Cable/DSL modem to Internet Network printer See the next chapter, "Setting Up AirPort Express," to find out how to use the AirPort software on your computer or on an iOS device to set up your AirPort Express and your wireless network.
Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 iPhone or iPod touch Computer or iPad 2.4 GHz AirPort Express 2.4 or 5 GHz to Audio Out port Powered speakers to Ethernet WAN port to Ethernet LAN port Cable/DSL modem to Internet Network printer See the next chapter, "Setting Up AirPort Express," to find out how to use the AirPort software on your computer or on an iOS device to set up your AirPort Express and your wireless network.
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...network setup and configuration with the setup assistant in AirPort Utility on a Mac or Windows computer, or with an AirPort card installed (to set up to be extended, AirPort Express can extend the range of the following: ÂÂ Set up your AirPort Express to create a new network that network. System ...), or a Mac computer connected to your network and configure advanced options, see "Setting Advanced Options" on page 14. Setting Up AirPort Express 2 Use AirPort Utility on your computer or Wi-Fi settings on an iOS device to do all the computers and wireless devices on the...
...network setup and configuration with the setup assistant in AirPort Utility on a Mac or Windows computer, or with an AirPort card installed (to set up to be extended, AirPort Express can extend the range of the following: ÂÂ Set up your AirPort Express to create a new network that network. System ...), or a Mac computer connected to your network and configure advanced options, see "Setting Advanced Options" on page 14. Setting Up AirPort Express 2 Use AirPort Utility on your computer or Wi-Fi settings on an iOS device to do all the computers and wireless devices on the...
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...194;Â Mac OS X v10.5.7 or later ÂÂ AirPort Utility v5.6.1 or later Use Software Update to AirPort Express. To set up AirPort Express using an iOS device, you received information from your AirPort Express. You can use AirPort Express with iOS 5 or later You need iTunes v10.4 or later in...with a 300 MHz or higher processor and Wi-Fi certified wireless capability (to set it up wirelessly), or a Windows computer connected to the AirPort Express with an Ethernet cable (to set it . If you need a broadband (DSL or cable modem) account with an Internet service provider, or...
...194;Â Mac OS X v10.5.7 or later ÂÂ AirPort Utility v5.6.1 or later Use Software Update to AirPort Express. To set up AirPort Express using an iOS device, you received information from your AirPort Express. You can use AirPort Express with iOS 5 or later You need iTunes v10.4 or later in...with a 300 MHz or higher processor and Wi-Fi certified wireless capability (to set it up wirelessly), or a Windows computer connected to the AirPort Express with an Ethernet cable (to set it . If you need a broadband (DSL or cable modem) account with an Internet service provider, or...
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...networks, access control, user accounts, security options, and more. 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up AirPort Express If you're using Mac OS X, you choose it, AirPort Utility opens to set up your AirPort Express. To set advanced options, use the Wi-Fi status menu in All Programs on a...onscreen instructions for creating a new network or joining an existing one . Setting Advanced Options To set up AirPort Express using a computer: 1 Open AirPort Utility. Setting up AirPort Express To set up AirPort Express using an iOS device: 1 Tap Settings on the Home screen, and then tap Wi-Fi. 2 ...
...networks, access control, user accounts, security options, and more. 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up AirPort Express If you're using Mac OS X, you choose it, AirPort Utility opens to set up your AirPort Express. To set advanced options, use the Wi-Fi status menu in All Programs on a...onscreen instructions for creating a new network or joining an existing one . Setting Advanced Options To set up AirPort Express using a computer: 1 Open AirPort Utility. Setting up AirPort Express To set up AirPort Express using an iOS device: 1 Tap Settings on the Home screen, and then tap Wi-Fi. 2 ...
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... don't see it, click Rescan. 4 If you're prompted for an Apple base station is AirPortNetwork xxxxxx, where xxxxxx is the last six digits of the AirPort ID. 2 Open AirPort Utility. 3 If there's more about wireless networking and the advanced features of AirPort Utility, see your AirPort Express, the default network name for a password, enter it. 5 Adjust the...
... don't see it, click Rescan. 4 If you're prompted for an Apple base station is AirPortNetwork xxxxxx, where xxxxxx is the last six digits of the AirPort ID. 2 Open AirPort Utility. 3 If there's more about wireless networking and the advanced features of AirPort Utility, see your AirPort Express, the default network name for a password, enter it. 5 Adjust the...
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Use powered speakers with your AirPort Express. Using AirPort Express to Stream Music 3 If you connect AirPort Express to your stereo or powered speakers, you can use the AirPort status menu in Wi-Fi settings. 16 Note: You cannot use USB speakers with a stereo mini-jack connector. 2 To join the ... bar. ÂÂ On a Windows computer, hold the pointer over the wireless connection icon until you see your AirPort network name (SSID), and choose it up: 1 Connect the Audio Out port on your AirPort Express to mini-stereo cable, depending on your home stereo or powered speakers.
Use powered speakers with your AirPort Express. Using AirPort Express to Stream Music 3 If you connect AirPort Express to your stereo or powered speakers, you can use the AirPort status menu in Wi-Fi settings. 16 Note: You cannot use USB speakers with a stereo mini-jack connector. 2 To join the ... bar. ÂÂ On a Windows computer, hold the pointer over the wireless connection icon until you see your AirPort network name (SSID), and choose it up: 1 Connect the Audio Out port on your AirPort Express to mini-stereo cable, depending on your home stereo or powered speakers.
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... use from the AirPlay pop-up menu ( ) in the lower-right corner of the iTunes window. ÂÂ On an iOS device, choose the AirPort Express you want to Stream Music 17 If you have more than one to the stereo in your living room and connect another to any computer ... to the powered speakers in your den, for example. You can also stream music to more than one AirPort Express simultaneously using iTunes, but only one device at a time can stream music to an AirPort Express. 3 Use AirPlay to stream music to your stereo or speakers: ÂÂ On a Mac or Windows computer, open...
... use from the AirPlay pop-up menu ( ) in the lower-right corner of the iTunes window. ÂÂ On an iOS device, choose the AirPort Express you want to Stream Music 17 If you have more than one to the stereo in your living room and connect another to any computer ... to the powered speakers in your den, for example. You can also stream music to more than one AirPort Express simultaneously using iTunes, but only one device at a time can stream music to an AirPort Express. 3 Use AirPlay to stream music to your stereo or speakers: ÂÂ On a Mac or Windows computer, open...
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... (8 meters) from metallic surfaces. ÂÂ Avoid placing your AirPort Express behind furniture or inside cabinets. ÂÂ Don't lay your AirPort Express on three or more sides. ÂÂ If you put your AirPort Express in an entertainment center with your stereo equipment, don't surround AirPort Express with AirPort Express by metal surfaces on its side. ÂÂ Don...
... (8 meters) from metallic surfaces. ÂÂ Avoid placing your AirPort Express behind furniture or inside cabinets. ÂÂ Don't lay your AirPort Express on three or more sides. ÂÂ If you put your AirPort Express in an entertainment center with your stereo equipment, don't surround AirPort Express with AirPort Express by metal surfaces on its side. ÂÂ Don...
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For best results, use channel 1, 6, or 11 when operating your AirPort Express uses. ÂÂ Adjacent base stations using has Wi-Fi. Avoiding Interference The following items can cause interference with Wi-Fi communication: ÂÂ Microwave ovens ÂÂ Direct Satellite Service ...likely it is set to channel 1, device B should be set to make sure Wi-Fi is turned on. Problems and Solutions If the AirPort Software Can't Detect your AirPort Express Make sure that the Mac you have problems with a satellite dish. If you 're using nearby channels. Use the Wi-Fi status ...
For best results, use channel 1, 6, or 11 when operating your AirPort Express uses. ÂÂ Adjacent base stations using has Wi-Fi. Avoiding Interference The following items can cause interference with Wi-Fi communication: ÂÂ Microwave ovens ÂÂ Direct Satellite Service ...likely it is set to channel 1, device B should be set to make sure Wi-Fi is turned on. Problems and Solutions If the AirPort Software Can't Detect your AirPort Express Make sure that the Mac you have problems with a satellite dish. If you 're using nearby channels. Use the Wi-Fi status ...
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If you're using iTunes v10.4 or later on your computer. You may need to join the AirPort Express network. ÂÂ Make sure you've chosen your AirPort Express from the AirPlay pop-up menu ( ) in the iTunes window on your computer, or from iTunes on Your Stereo ÂÂ Make sure that your... AirPort Express is plugged into a power outlet and is in range of the iTunes window is playing (the playback head in the AirPlay pop-up menu on ...
If you're using iTunes v10.4 or later on your computer. You may need to join the AirPort Express network. ÂÂ Make sure you've chosen your AirPort Express from the AirPlay pop-up menu ( ) in the iTunes window on your computer, or from iTunes on Your Stereo ÂÂ Make sure that your... AirPort Express is plugged into a power outlet and is in range of the iTunes window is playing (the playback head in the AirPlay pop-up menu on ...
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... turn on encryption to press the reset button for your AirPort network. 6 Click OK. If You Forget Your Network or AirPort Express Password You can clear the AirPort network password or AirPort Express password by AirPort Express (the network name doesn't change). Chapter 4 Tips and... Troubleshooting 21 To reset your AirPort Express and network passwords: 1 Use the end of a ...
... turn on encryption to press the reset button for your AirPort network. 6 Click OK. If You Forget Your Network or AirPort Express Password You can clear the AirPort network password or AirPort Express password by AirPort Express (the network name doesn't change). Chapter 4 Tips and... Troubleshooting 21 To reset your AirPort Express and network passwords: 1 Use the end of a ...
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... you've set up: 1 Unplug AirPort Express. 2 Use the end of a straightened paper clip to hold down the reset button while you 've made and resets them to their original values. Wait until the status light flashes, and then reset the base station. 22 Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting ...This erases all of a straightened paper clip to hold down the reset button for your AirPort Express, they're preserved when you reset your AirPort Express to its factory settings: mm Use the end of ...
... you've set up: 1 Unplug AirPort Express. 2 Use the end of a straightened paper clip to hold down the reset button while you 've made and resets them to their original values. Wait until the status light flashes, and then reset the base station. 22 Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting ...This erases all of a straightened paper clip to hold down the reset button for your AirPort Express, they're preserved when you reset your AirPort Express to its factory settings: mm Use the end of ...
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... may not be connected properly, your AirPort Express may be out of range of an AirPort network, or there may have lost its power supply, waiting a few seconds, and then reconnecting it . Enter the base station password if necessary, and then select your AirPort Express to Update Your AirPort Express Software Apple periodically updates AirPort Utility. If you can also select...
... may not be connected properly, your AirPort Express may be out of range of an AirPort network, or there may have lost its power supply, waiting a few seconds, and then reconnecting it . Enter the base station password if necessary, and then select your AirPort Express to Update Your AirPort Express Software Apple periodically updates AirPort Utility. If you can also select...