AirPort Extreme Setup Guide
Contents 5 7 8 9 11 Getting Started About the AirPort Extreme About the AirPort Software What You Need to Get Started The AirPort Extreme Status Light 13 AirPort Extreme Networks 14 Using the AirPort Extreme with a Broadband Internet Service 16 Using the AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Printer 18 Using the AirPort Extreme to Share USB Hard Disks 20 21 22 22 24 25 Setting Up the Airport Extreme Using AirPort Utility Creating a New Wireless Network Configuring and Sharing Internet Access Setting Advanced Op
26 28 29 30 31 31 32 If You Forgot Your Network or Base Station Password If Your AirPort Extreme Isn’t Responding If Your AirPort Extreme Status Light Flashes Amber If Your Printer Isn’t Responding Updating AirPort Software AirPort Extreme Placement Considerations Items That Can Cause Interference with AirPort 33 Learning More, Service, and Support 35 AirPort Extreme Specifications and Safety Guidelines 38 Regulatory Compliance Information 4
Getting Started 1 Congratulations on purchasing your simultaneous dual-band AirPort Extreme Base Station. Read this guide to get started. AirPort Extreme provides simultaneous dual-band wireless 802.11n networking. When you set up your AirPort Extreme Base Station, it creates two high-speed Wi-Fi networks: ÂÂ A 2.4 gigahertz (GHz) network for 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n devices, such as iPhone, iPod touch, and older computers ÂÂ A 5 GHz network for 802.11n and 802.
ÂÂ Connect your AirPort Extreme to your Ethernet network. Wireless-equipped Mac computers, Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 computers can then have access to an entire network without being connected by a cable. ÂÂ Connect a supported USB device, such as a printer or a scanner, to your AirPort Extreme. All of the compatible computers on the AirPort network, both wireless and wired, can access the device. ÂÂ Connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme.
About the AirPort Extreme The AirPort Extreme has six ports, located on the back: ÂÂ One 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Wide Area Network (WAN) port (<) for connecting a DSL or cable modem, or for connecting to an existing Ethernet network ÂÂ Three 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) ports (G) for connecting Ethernet devices, such as printers or computers, or for connecting to an existing Ethernet network ÂÂ One USB port (d) for connecting a compatible USB printer, hard disk,
Next to the ports is a reset button, which is used for troubleshooting your AirPort Extreme. The status light on the front of the AirPort Extreme shows the current status. About the AirPort Software Use the AirPort Utility software and follow the instructions on the following pages to set up your AirPort Extreme and your AirPort wireless network. Note: You must use AirPort Utility to set up this base station.
What You Need to Get Started To use the AirPort Extreme you need a wireless-enabled computer that is compliant with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n specification. To set up the AirPort Extreme, your computer must meet the requirements listed below.
Plugging In AirPort Extreme Before you plug in your AirPort Extreme, first connect the appropriate cables to the ports you want to use: ÂÂ Connect the Ethernet cable that is connected to your DSL or cable modem (if you will connect to the Internet) to the Ethernet (WAN) port (<). ÂÂ Connect a USB cable connected from the USB port (d) on the AirPort Extreme to a compatible USB printer (if you will print to a USB printer), a hard disk, or a hub.
Important: Use only the AC adapter that came with your AirPort Extreme. When you plug the AirPort Extreme AC adapter into a power outlet, the status light flashes green for one second, and then glows amber while it starts up. After it has started up completely, the status light flashes amber until your AirPort Extreme has been updated with the correct settings. The status light glows solid green after your AirPort Extreme is properly set up and connected to the Internet or a network.
Light Status/description Flashing amber and green There may be a problem starting up. AirPort Extreme will restart and try again. Solid blue The base station is ready to allow a wireless client access to the network. See “Allowing Wireless Clients Access to Your Network” on page 25. What’s Next After you plug in your AirPort Extreme, use AirPort Utility to set it up to work with your Internet connection, USB printer or hard disk, or an existing network.
AirPort Extreme Networks 2 In this chapter you’ll find explanations of the different ways you can use your AirPort Extreme. This chapter provides some examples of the different kinds of networks you can set up using your AirPort Extreme. It provides diagrams and explanations of what you need to do to get your AirPort Extreme network up and running quickly. See Chapter 3, “Setting Up the Airport Extreme” on page 20 to find out more about using AirPort Utility to help set up your network.
Using the AirPort Extreme with a Broadband Internet Service When you set up your AirPort Extreme to provide network and Internet access, Mac computers with AirPort and AirPort Extreme Cards, and 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and IEEE 802.11n specification wireless-equipped computers can access the wireless AirPort network to share files, play games, and use Internet applications like web browsers and email applications. It looks like this: 2.4 GHz 2.
To set it up: 1 Connect your DSL or cable modem to your AirPort Extreme Ethernet WAN port (<). 2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a computer using Mac OS X, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows), select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network. (See “Setting Up the Airport Extreme” on page 20.
Using the AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Printer When you connect a compatible USB printer to your AirPort Extreme, supported computers on the network (wired and wireless) can print to it. It looks like this: Shared printer 2.4 or 5 GHz 2.
To set it up: 1 Connect the printer to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d) or to a USB hub, using a USB cable. 2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a computer using Mac OS X, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows), select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network, if you have not already set up your network.
Using the AirPort Extreme to Share USB Hard Disks When you connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme, computers on the network (wired and wireless) can access the hard disk to access, share, and store files. It looks like this: 2.4 or 5 GHz 2.
To set it up: 1 Connect the hard disk to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d) using a USB cable. 2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a computer using Mac OS X, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows), select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network, if you have not already set up your network. If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from www.
Setting Up the Airport Extreme 3 This chapter provides information and instructions for using AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme. Use the instructions in this chapter to easily configure your AirPort Extreme and set up your AirPort network. This chapter provides an overview for using the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to set up your network and other features of your AirPort Extreme.
Using AirPort Utility To set up and configure your AirPort Extreme to use AirPort for wireless networking and Internet access, use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility. On a Mac computer using Mac OS X v10.5.7 or later: 1 Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder. 2 Select your base station and click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your AirPort Extreme and your wireless network.
Creating a New Wireless Network You can use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to create a new wireless network. The setup assistant guides you through the steps necessary to name your network, protect your network with a password, and set other options. If you plan to share a USB printer or USB hard disk on your network: 1 Connect the printer or hard disk to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d).
Before you use AirPort Utility to set up your wireless device, connect your DSL or cable modem to the AirPort Extreme Ethernet WAN port (<). If you are using an existing Ethernet network with Internet access to connect to the Internet, you can connect the AirPort Extreme to the Ethernet network instead. Use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to enter your ISP settings and configure how the AirPort Extreme shares the settings with other computers. 1 Choose the wireless network you want to change.
Setting Advanced Options To set advanced options, you can use AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme manually. You can configure advanced base station settings, such as advanced security options, closed networks, DHCP lease time, access control, power controls, user accounts, and more. To set advanced options: 1 Choose the wireless network you want to change. On a Mac, use the AirPort status menu in the menu bar.
Allowing Wireless Clients Access to Your Network If your network is password-protected using WPA Personal or WPA/WPA2 Personal, you can provide wireless clients access to your network without requiring them to enter the network password. When you allow a client access to your network, the client’s name and wireless MAC address (or AirPort ID) are stored in the access control list of AirPort Utility until you remove them from the list.
Tips and Troubleshooting 4 You can quickly solve most problems with your AirPort Extreme by following the advice in this chapter. If You Can’t Connect to the Internet ÂÂ Try connecting to the Internet directly from your computer. If you can’t connect to the Internet from your computer, check your network settings. If they appear to be correct and you still can’t connect, contact your Internet service provider (ISP). ÂÂ Make sure you are connecting to the correct wireless network.
ÂÂ On a computer using Windows, hold the pointer over the wireless connection icon until you see your AirPort Network Name (SSID), and choose it from the list if there are multiple networks available. 3 Open AirPort Utility (in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Mac, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows). If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from www.apple.com/support/airport.
If Your AirPort Extreme Isn’t Responding Try unplugging it and plugging it back in. If your AirPort Extreme stops responding completely, you may need to reset it to the factory default settings. Important: Resetting your AirPort Extreme to factory default settings erases all of your base station settings and resets them to the settings that came with your AirPort Extreme.
If Your AirPort Extreme Status Light Flashes Amber The Ethernet cable may not be connected properly, your AirPort Extreme may be out of range of an AirPort network, or there may be a problem with your Internet service provider. If you are connected to the Internet with a DSL or cable modem, the modem may have lost its connection to the network or the Internet. Even if the modem seems to be working properly, try disconnecting the modem from its power supply, waiting a few seconds, and then reconnecting it.
If Your Printer Isn’t Responding If you connected a printer to the USB port on your AirPort Extreme and the computers on the AirPort network can’t print, try doing the following: 1 Make sure the printer is plugged in and turned on. 2 Make sure the cables are securely connected to the printer and to the AirPort Extreme USB port. 3 Make sure the printer is selected in the Printer List window on client computers. On a Mac using Mac OS X v10.
Updating AirPort Software Apple periodically updates AirPort software. It is recommended that you update your AirPort Extreme to use the latest software. You can select the “Check for updates when opening AirPort Utility” checkbox, or the “Check for updates” checkbox in AirPort preferences. If you select “Check for updates,” choose an increment of time, such as weekly, from the pop-up menu to automatically check for updates.
Items That Can Cause Interference with AirPort The farther away the interference source, the less likely it is to cause a problem. The following items can cause interference with AirPort communication: ÂÂ Microwave ovens ÂÂ Direct Satellite Service (DSS) radio frequency leakage ÂÂ The original coaxial cable that came with certain types of satellite dishes. Contact the device manufacturer and obtain newer cables.
Learning More, Service, and Support 5 You can find more information about using your AirPort Extreme on the web and in onscreen help. Online Resources For the latest information about the AirPort Extreme, go to www.apple.com/airport. To register your AirPort Extreme, go to www.apple.com/register. For AirPort support information, a variety of forums with product-specific information and feedback, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to www.apple.com/support/airport.
Obtaining Warranty Service If the product appears to be damaged or does not function properly, please follow the advice in this booklet, the onscreen help, and the online resources. If the base station still does not function, go to www.apple.com/support for instructions about how to obtain warranty service. Finding the Serial Number of Your AirPort Extreme The serial number is printed on the bottom of your AirPort Extreme.
Appendix AirPort Extreme Specifications and Safety Guidelines AirPort Extreme Specifications ÂÂ Frequency Band: 2.4 and 5 GHz ÂÂ Radio Output Power: 23 dBm (nominal) ÂÂ Standards: 802.11 DSSS 1 and 2 Mbps standard, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n specifications Interfaces ÂÂ 1 RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet WAN (<) ÂÂ 3 RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet LAN (G) ÂÂ Universal Serial Bus (USB d) ÂÂ 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.
Size and Weight ÂÂ Length: 6.50 inches (165.0 mm) ÂÂ Width: 6.50 inches (165.0 mm) ÂÂ Thickness: 1.34 inches (34.0 mm) ÂÂ Weight: 1.66 pounds (753 grams) Hardware Media Access Control (MAC) Addresses The AirPort Extreme has three hardware addresses printed on the bottom of the case: ÂÂ AirPort ID: The addresses used to identify the AirPort Extreme on a wireless network. ÂÂ Ethernet ID: You may need to provide this address to your ISP to connect the AirPort Extreme to the Internet.
About Operating and Storage Temperatures When you are using your AirPort Extreme, it is normal for the case to get warm. The AirPort Extreme case functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside the unit to the cooler air outside. Avoid Wet Locations WARNING: To reduce the chance of shock or injury, do not use your AirPort Extreme in or near water or wet locations. ÂÂ Keep your AirPort Extreme away from sources of liquids, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on.
Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected.
Canadian Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada.
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