Setup Manual

8 Chapter 1 Getting Started
Note: You must use AirPort Utility v5.3 to set up your Time Capsule. The Time Capsule
is not compatible with previous versions of AirPort software.
What You Need to Get Started
To use your Time Capsule, you need a wireless-enabled computer that’s compliant with
IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g standards, or with an IEEE 802.11n draft specification. To
set up your Time Capsule, your computer must meet the requirements listed below.
Note: To use your Time Capsule with Time Machine in Mac OS X Leopard, you need to
use Mac OS X v10.5.2 or later.
AirPort Utility
AirPort Utility helps you set up your Time Capsule to create a wireless network,
connect to the Internet, and share compatible USB printers and hard disks. You can
also connect your Time Capsule to an existing AirPort Extreme wireless network to
extend the range of your network.
AirPort Utility is also an advanced tool for setting up and managing the Time
Capsule, AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Express Base Stations. Use it to manually adjust
network, routing, and security settings and other advanced options.
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AirPort status menu
Use the AirPort status menu in the menu bar to switch quickly between AirPort
networks, monitor the signal quality of the current network, create a computer-to-
computer network, and turn AirPort on or off. The status menu is available on
computers using Mac OS X.