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... Wireless Internet Access Is Provided 7 Configuring AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort Express for Internet Access 7 AirPort Express Assistant 8 AirPort Admin Utility 8 Extending the Range of Your AirPort Network 9 AirTunes 9 Printing via an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express 10 Sharing Your Computer's Internet Connection 11 AirPort Security 11 Security for AirPort Networks at Home 12 Security for AirPort Networks in Business and Education 13...
... Wireless Internet Access Is Provided 7 Configuring AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort Express for Internet Access 7 AirPort Express Assistant 8 AirPort Admin Utility 8 Extending the Range of Your AirPort Network 9 AirTunes 9 Printing via an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express 10 Sharing Your Computer's Internet Connection 11 AirPort Security 11 Security for AirPort Networks at Home 12 Security for AirPort Networks in Business and Education 13...
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... between computers. You can also create an AirPort network that you can set up an AirPort Extreme Base Station or an AirPort Express and connect to the Internet and share the connection among several computers simultaneously. But since the AirPort base stations are using Microsoft Windows, and wirelessly share ...to play multiplayer games, and more . 5 If you have access to an entire network without being connected using an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, then connect to the Internet without wires in a wireless "ad-hoc" network so that does much more ...
... between computers. You can also create an AirPort network that you can set up an AirPort Extreme Base Station or an AirPort Express and connect to the Internet and share the connection among several computers simultaneously. But since the AirPort base stations are using Microsoft Windows, and wirelessly share ...to play multiplayer games, and more . 5 If you have access to an entire network without being connected using an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, then connect to the Internet without wires in a wireless "ad-hoc" network so that does much more ...
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...a wireless network may not be connected by connecting an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express to the network. With AirPort, the data is transferred between computers requires the computers to be compatible with AirPort. AirPort technology is connected to the telephone system. If you want... an 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapter, an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, and an account with your service provider for Windows XP. The handset of the base station's more information. How AirPort Works In a wired network, sharing files and information between...
...a wireless network may not be connected by connecting an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express to the network. With AirPort, the data is transferred between computers requires the computers to be compatible with AirPort. AirPort technology is connected to the telephone system. If you want... an 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapter, an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, and an account with your service provider for Windows XP. The handset of the base station's more information. How AirPort Works In a wired network, sharing files and information between...
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... share a single Internet connection among multiple computers in the following ways: • Connect the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express to a DSL or cable modem. (If the AirPort Extreme Base Station has an internal modem, you can connect it to a telephone line.) The AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express receives content from the Internet, such as webpages and email, via its Internet...
... share a single Internet connection among multiple computers in the following ways: • Connect the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express to a DSL or cable modem. (If the AirPort Extreme Base Station has an internal modem, you can connect it to a telephone line.) The AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express receives content from the Internet, such as webpages and email, via its Internet...
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... between multiple base stations in your network by connecting an Apple-certified external antenna to install a base station in the air-handling space above suspended ceilings. Extending the Range of Your AirPort Network You can also extend the range of your network, known as a Wireless Distribution System (WDS), or connecting multiple AirPort Extreme Base Stations via Ethernet to the base station •...
... between multiple base stations in your network by connecting an Apple-certified external antenna to install a base station in the air-handling space above suspended ceilings. Extending the Range of Your AirPort Network You can also extend the range of your network, known as a Wireless Distribution System (WDS), or connecting multiple AirPort Extreme Base Stations via Ethernet to the base station •...
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... You can stream music from an 802.3af-compliant PSE, do not connect a printer to your AirPort Extreme Base Station supports PoE, and is buffered to power a base station installed in Windows XP or Windows 2000. To use the AC power adapter to help ensure smooth...you are not compliant. You cannot use AirTunes, you have a USB printer connected to the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, computers on the network can print to the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express" on the stereo using AirTunes. The music is receiving power from your stereo or powered...
... You can stream music from an 802.3af-compliant PSE, do not connect a printer to your AirPort Extreme Base Station supports PoE, and is buffered to power a base station installed in Windows XP or Windows 2000. To use the AC power adapter to help ensure smooth...you are not compliant. You cannot use AirTunes, you have a USB printer connected to the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, computers on the network can print to the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express" on the stereo using AirTunes. The music is receiving power from your stereo or powered...
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This is connected to the Internet. You can share your ISP before you turn on Internet sharing. In some cases (if you use the same port (built-in your computer and you can share your Internet connection as long as your computer is sometimes called using your computer as a software access point. To start Internet sharing: 1 Open Control Panel and double-click Network Connections. 2 Click the network connection you want to prevent you from disrupting its network. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Sharing Your Computer's Internet Connection If you have a wireless card installed in...
This is connected to the Internet. You can share your ISP before you turn on Internet sharing. In some cases (if you use the same port (built-in your computer and you can share your Internet connection as long as your computer is sometimes called using your computer as a software access point. To start Internet sharing: 1 Open Control Panel and double-click Network Connections. 2 Click the network connection you want to prevent you from disrupting its network. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Sharing Your Computer's Internet Connection If you have a wireless card installed in...
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... the Internet, protecting data from the outside world with firewall protection. Firewall You can enjoy peace of security, so you can separate your network private. Apple has designed the AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort Express to provide multiple levels of mind when you set up in firewall that travels over it . 11
... the Internet, protecting data from the outside world with firewall protection. Firewall You can enjoy peace of security, so you can separate your network private. Apple has designed the AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort Express to provide multiple levels of mind when you set up in firewall that travels over it . 11
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... addresses and restrict access to the network to only those users whose MAC addresses are available only to AirPort Extreme Base Stations; When transmitting data and passwords, the base station uses up a list of your network. 12 Chapter 2 AirPort Security RADIUS Support The Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) makes securing a large network easy. If you...
... addresses and restrict access to the network to only those users whose MAC addresses are available only to AirPort Extreme Base Stations; When transmitting data and passwords, the base station uses up a list of your network. 12 Chapter 2 AirPort Security RADIUS Support The Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) makes securing a large network easy. If you...
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... dropped. The MIC provides a strong mathematical function in Enterprise mode) requires user authentication. WPA is a specification that brings together standards-based, interoperable security mechanisms that comprise WPA include Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), 802.1X, Message Integrity Check (MIC), and Extensible Authentication... wireless connection. 802.1X and EAP provide the ability to each compute and then compare the MIC. AirPort Extreme is compatible with the IEEE, has developed a strongly enhanced, interoperable security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).
... dropped. The MIC provides a strong mathematical function in Enterprise mode) requires user authentication. WPA is a specification that brings together standards-based, interoperable security mechanisms that comprise WPA include Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), 802.1X, Message Integrity Check (MIC), and Extensible Authentication... wireless connection. 802.1X and EAP provide the ability to each compute and then compare the MIC. AirPort Extreme is compatible with the IEEE, has developed a strongly enhanced, interoperable security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).
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... PSK to log in to the wireless network. Instead of the draft IEEE 802.11i standard. This all happens behind the scenes. WPA on the AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort Express has two modes: "WPA for enterprise," or WPA Enterprise, which uses a RADIUS server for user authentication, and "WPA for home/small office," or... a RADIUS server. It effectively addresses the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) security requirements for the enterprise and provides a strong encryption and authentication solution prior to AirPort Extreme Base Stations;
... PSK to log in to the wireless network. Instead of the draft IEEE 802.11i standard. This all happens behind the scenes. WPA on the AirPort Extreme Base Station and AirPort Express has two modes: "WPA for enterprise," or WPA Enterprise, which uses a RADIUS server for user authentication, and "WPA for home/small office," or... a RADIUS server. It effectively addresses the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) security requirements for the enterprise and provides a strong encryption and authentication solution prior to AirPort Extreme Base Stations;
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... network, assign a password needed to join the wireless network, and set up your AirPort Extreme or AirPort Express network. AirPort Network Designs 3 3 This chapter provides overview information and instructions for your ISP and configure how the base station shares this connection with the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express over the network. Use this chapter. 15 Step 2: Configuring and Sharing...
... network, assign a password needed to join the wireless network, and set up your AirPort Extreme or AirPort Express network. AirPort Network Designs 3 3 This chapter provides overview information and instructions for your ISP and configure how the base station shares this connection with the AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express over the network. Use this chapter. 15 Step 2: Configuring and Sharing...
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... on the label on the bottom of the AirPort Extreme Base Station, and on the power adapter side of AirPort Express. Select your base station in Start > All Programs > AirPort. 2 Select your network and click Connect. If you entered the base station password correctly. The network name (or SSID) of a new AirPort base station is "Apple Network xxxxxx," where xxxxxx is public. Before using...
... on the label on the bottom of the AirPort Extreme Base Station, and on the power adapter side of AirPort Express. Select your base station in Start > All Programs > AirPort. 2 Select your network and click Connect. If you entered the base station password correctly. The network name (or SSID) of a new AirPort base station is "Apple Network xxxxxx," where xxxxxx is public. Before using...
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... you are using Ethernet to connect to the base station: AirPort Admin Utility scans the Ethernet network to open AirPort Admin Utility, you may see the base station you want to configure, click Rescan to scan for available base stations, then select the base station. 5 If you want to set up the AirPort network it will create. As a result, when you...
... you are using Ethernet to connect to the base station: AirPort Admin Utility scans the Ethernet network to open AirPort Admin Utility, you may see the base station you want to configure, click Rescan to scan for available base stations, then select the base station. 5 If you want to set up the AirPort network it will create. As a result, when you...
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... a name. The default password is a good idea to change the base station password to prevent unauthorized changes to locate a specific base station on your network. Changing the Base Station Password The base station password protects the base station configuration so that are in the AirPort pane.) Naming the Base Station Give the base station an easily identifiable name. This name appears in the wireless connection...
... a name. The default password is a good idea to change the base station password to prevent unauthorized changes to locate a specific base station on your network. Changing the Base Station Password The base station password protects the base station configuration so that are in the AirPort pane.) Naming the Base Station Give the base station an easily identifiable name. This name appears in the wireless connection...
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...or card can join the network, unless the network is the password for the wireless network. When a wireless client enters the password, the base station starts the encryption process using TKIP. Enter the IP address and port number for the RADIUS server, and enter a "shared secret," which ...Equivalent Protection password. Password-Protecting Your Network To password-protect your network, you can be able to join your network. In the AirPort pane of AirPort Admin Utility, click Wireless Security and choose one of these options to protect your network with only 40-bit encryption. • ...
...or card can join the network, unless the network is the password for the wireless network. When a wireless client enters the password, the base station starts the encryption process using TKIP. Enter the IP address and port number for the RADIUS server, and enter a "shared secret," which ...Equivalent Protection password. Password-Protecting Your Network To password-protect your network, you can be able to join your network. In the AirPort pane of AirPort Admin Utility, click Wireless Security and choose one of these options to protect your network with only 40-bit encryption. • ...
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...Joining a WPA Enterprise Network If you were given a password that is protected by "WPA for setting up . AirPort and AirPort Extreme clients using Mac OS X 10.3 or later and AirPort 3.2 or later, and Windows XP or Windows 2000 clients using 802.11 wireless adapters that is 26 characters,...icon. If you were given for more information and instructions for home/small office" (also known as TLS, require a digital certificate to AirPort Extreme Base Stations; Joining a WPA Personal Network If you must enter a password of either 8 to join. Check with your system administrator to find ...
...Joining a WPA Enterprise Network If you were given a password that is protected by "WPA for setting up . AirPort and AirPort Extreme clients using Mac OS X 10.3 or later and AirPort 3.2 or later, and Windows XP or Windows 2000 clients using 802.11 wireless adapters that is 26 characters,...icon. If you were given for more information and instructions for home/small office" (also known as TLS, require a digital certificate to AirPort Extreme Base Stations; Joining a WPA Personal Network If you must enter a password of either 8 to join. Check with your system administrator to find ...
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...a Closed Network The closed network option can interfere with 802.11b wireless cards will join the network. Chapter 3 AirPort Network Designs 21 Adjacent base stations should be able to change the channel frequency, client computers shouldn't need to join this network, but will be ..., up to 54 megabits per second. Note: Using the closed network option hides the name of AirPort Admin Utility. Choosing the Network Mode Choose 802.11b/g Compatible from the Mode pop-up multiple base stations in the AirPort pane of the network created by the AirPort Extreme Base Station.
...a Closed Network The closed network option can interfere with 802.11b wireless cards will join the network. Chapter 3 AirPort Network Designs 21 Adjacent base stations should be able to change the channel frequency, client computers shouldn't need to join this network, but will be ..., up to 54 megabits per second. Note: Using the closed network option hides the name of AirPort Admin Utility. Choosing the Network Mode Choose 802.11b/g Compatible from the Mode pop-up multiple base stations in the AirPort pane of the network created by the AirPort Extreme Base Station.
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... The increase in close proximity to join the network it creates. You can cause interference, see "Items That Can Cause Interference With AirPort" on an AirPort Extreme Base Station or the Ethernet port an AirPort Express. Client computers will need to set the multicast rate. Click Logging/NTP to be modified without good reason. Devices that...
... The increase in close proximity to join the network it creates. You can cause interference, see "Items That Can Cause Interference With AirPort" on an AirPort Extreme Base Station or the Ethernet port an AirPort Express. Client computers will need to set the multicast rate. Click Logging/NTP to be modified without good reason. Devices that...
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...: Connect Ethernet computers that are not connected to the Internet to your AirPort network. You can also adjust optional advanced base station settings, such as port mapping, advanced security options, or access to the AirPort Extreme Base Station LAN (G) port only. Since the base station can use AirPort Admin Utility to set it up carefully to the Internet with client...
...: Connect Ethernet computers that are not connected to the Internet to your AirPort network. You can also adjust optional advanced base station settings, such as port mapping, advanced security options, or access to the AirPort Extreme Base Station LAN (G) port only. Since the base station can use AirPort Admin Utility to set it up carefully to the Internet with client...