Do I still need airport express

Once I get time capsule do I still need airport express..

You can just unplug the express and use the Uverse wireless or ethernet directly to it.

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  • Do I Need Airport Express If Both My iMac and MacBook Have Airport Cards

    Just ordered a new MacBook that has a built-in airport card. Also will be using my good old iMac (both running Leopard 10.5.6). Since both computers have the built-in airport cards, do I still need Airport Express so I can use a WiFi network? I've already set up an Airport WiFi network on my iMac so I can WiFi my iPod touch. Isn't it the same principle? Hate to waste money if I don't have to. Also, I've got another iMac in the house that also has an Airport card (also running 10.5.6). It's in the shop for repair now so I can't try this out to see if it works - but can I simply turn on airport and internet sharing on that mac and let it use the WiFi network already set up on my other mac? Hmmm??? Thanks for any help.

    Basically what you have done is utilize OS X's Internet Sharing feature on your iMac. This turns your iMac into a "software" router. In this case, you MacBook (& other wireless clients) can access the Internet through the iMac so you do not need to get a hardware router, like an Express or Extreme base station in order to do so. The only constraint is that the iMac must be on for this to work.

  • If I have airport extreme do I need airport express?

    I want to add wireless printers to my network. I use airport extreme already. Do I also need Airport Express?

    You could also buy any non-wifi printer, hook it up to Airport Express via USB. It has its merits.
    You get some benefits:
    you get an audio out on AEX, in case you want to run some speakers in the area where your printer is located
    AEX (in bridged mode) will extend your signal coverage in the area, so your WiFi coverage gets wider around your house
    If you use a hub on AEX, you could hook up a printer and an external drive to it
    You would set up the AEX in Airport Utility, which you already know, so there would be no other software to learn
    Airport Express costs on apple refurb store only $69.

  • HT4437 i want to play contents from macbook pro to B&W zeppelin air wirelessly,set up is done but can't see airplay button in iTunes,do i need airport express?why?please help.

    i want to play contents from macbook pro to B&W zeppelin air wirelessly,set up is done but can't see airplay button in iTunes,do i need airport express?why?please help.

    There are at least 3 versions:
    http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/Support/Support/iPod_and_Computer_Speakers/Overv iew.html
    Original Zeppelin - I've had this for several years.
    http://bowersandwilkins.custhelp.com/app/home/p/6,26
    Zeppelin Mini.
    http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/iPod_and_Computer_Speakers/iPod_and_Computer_Spe akers/Zeppelin_Mini/Overview.html
    Zeppelin with Airplay.
    http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/iPod_and_Computer_Speakers/iPod_and_Computer_Spe akers/Zeppelin_Air/
    (I wouldn't regard the MM-1 as a Zeppelin but not sure if B&W call it that).
    I can't do much more to convince you!
    You could always update that wiki
    AC

  • Do i need airport express if i have an imac?

    Will an airport express provide faster wireless than an imac as wireless router?

    Yes-- the multi-channel (2.4 and 5) support.  Here's my situation:  On the wireless network I have a iPhone, iPad, and an Apple TV shared off my iMac. 
    Will I get speedier wifi through an AeX vice the iMac?    Thanks again! 

  • Help Needed: Airport Express does not work

    My Airport Express was ok until one day I setup it under bridge mode in a hotel room. Now neither my iMac and Dell laptop can update the settings in the Airport Express. It always shows error in reading the settings.
    I have tried soft, hard reset and also tried to bring it back to factory settings. However, all these trials were not successful. It did not even blink with green light when I tried to reset it to factory settings (hold the reset pin, plug in power socket and then release the pin... I believe I did it right).
    Also the network name I created in this Airport Express did not change to default name. The Airport Express name was restored to default though.
    Does anyone know how to fix this? Do I have to send the hardware to Apple to fix it or it is just a software failure that I can fix at home with you guys help?
    Thanks!

    Same problem here -- followed instructions to do factory reset to a "T", never saw blinking green LED. Instead led blinks yellow. Always get an error in Airport Utility.
    Apple had best quit poking fun at how lousy Microsoft stuff is before someone sees the large number of product complaints logged in the forums. It isn't smart to toss stones in a glass house.

  • Apple still selling Airport Express cards?

    I have an iBook G3 bought in Japan and now want to get a card to use it wirelessly with a 3Com router that works OK with my PC. Problem: Apple in London say I have to buy the card through a third party vendor, who charge like £139 for the card alone. They say Apple have increased the prices of parts. I wouldn't mind paying about £70 - the price of an Airport Extreme card - but does Apple either sell or support these now? And would I be able to get one in Japan as I will be over there shortly?

    Your iBook G3 requires an original Airport card. Apple stopped manufacturing these cards over a year ago, and they were sold out at all Apple dealers shortly thereafter. Original Airport cards are now only available via EBay and a few web retailers that still have stock, and the average selling price has gone up to around $US 150 in the past couple of months.
    Unless you are willing to pay that much, I suggest you use an alternative like a wireless bridge device - see for example the Linksys WET54G or the Belkin F5D7330.

  • ITunes can no longer connect to my Airport Express, which is connected to a Bose Wave unit.

    Hi, This started about a month ago. iTunes still shows Airport Express as an option in the drop-down, but when I try to connect it searches and searches and doesn't connect. Airport Express is functioning for networking and Internet access purposes. Bose Wave unit is also (independently) working fine. They just don't seem to talk to each other anymore.
    What happened? How can I fix this?
    h

    ajboon wrote:
    I assume you mean I need to connect the Airport to the modem using an ethernet cable?
    Yes.
    ajboon wrote:
    Because trying to do it wirelessly is not working...
    That's normal.  If you want to "extend" a network, an Airport can extend only a WiFi created by another Airport, not a non-Apple device.  The only wireless connection that you can make to the Motorola WiFi is a "join" for the purpose of providing an AirPlay connection.

  • I was told at the Apple store that I could simply plug in ( electric power) the Airport Express and it would find my wireless network. I hoped to use it as a way to play music from my iphone. I do not use other Apple routers etc,

    The Airport Express is not finding my wireless network. I do not have any of the devices listed below. I have a Belkin wireless router. Can I still use Airport Express ( without plugging an ethernet cable into it) ? Any ideas for how to make it find my network ? It is sitting next to the wireless router-so is in range.
    If you already have a wireless network in your home and want to extend its range, AirPort Express can help. Just place it in range of your primary base station — an AirPort Extreme, Time Capsule, or another AirPort Express — and near the area where you want your wireless connection. Launch the easy-to-use AirPort Utility app on your iOS device or Mac, and you’re mere minutes away from long-range Wi-Fi enjoyment.

    Hi - you can do what you want to do with AirPlay from your iPhone - but unfortunately it is not as easy as the people in the Apple store told you - your first problem is that you have a non Apple router - you cannot extend a non Apple router wirelessly with the Express - you can only join the network and connect an ethernet device to it - you can however connect via ethernet and have it create a wireless network of its' own - you can set this up from your iPhone or the XP - but this is a complicated setup and would involve many different discussion areas of this forum - therefore I would suggest that you use your 90 days of support and consult directly with Apple to do this - go to this link - http://www.apple.com/support/contact/

  • Old Airport Express (802.11g) and Intel Core 2 Duo iMac (802.11n)

    Hi guys!
    I used to have an iMac G5 with *Built-in 54 Mbps AirPort Extreme (802.11g)*
    Then I bought an *Airport Express* and I am sure that by the time it was still an *Airport Express with (802.11g)*
    Now that I have a brand new new iMac that is *Intel Core 2 Duo iMac (802.11n)*
    Will I have problem trying to connect it to the Express because it is n and not g?
    Thanks!

    No. The Airport Extreme card in your iMac automatically negotiates 802.11b/g/n. It will work just fine with the Airport Express.

  • Using Airport Express with a new (so far unopened) MacBook

    I'd like to use my MacBook without extraneous cables around the house and when I go away. I understand I need Airport Express (or is that Extreme to do this), but I would also like to change my ISP before I configure the new Macbook. Any thoughts, suggestions, advice to a total novice in these matters?
    iMac   Mac OS X (10.4.6)  

    Your MacBook will work with either an Airport Express or Airport Extreme base station, and if you only have a MacBook than the Express would be a better choice of the two.
    Are you going to use cable or ADSL?
    Check out the following website.
    Reviews of equipment
    http://www.adslguide.org.uk/reviews/
    Comparisons of ISPs
    http://www.adslguide.org.uk/isps/compare.asp
    I would suggest going for a wires only deal and purchasing your own equipment.
    Do not get a USB modem unless you are going to only use it to keep a door open or similar...
    As most ADSL Modem Routers are setup through a web browser you should be fine with a Mac.
    Personally I use plusnet and Netgear ADSL Modems. One is a DG834G combined device and the other is a DM602 Modem Router connected to an AEBS.
    If you really want an Airport Express, I would also check out ADSL Nation's X-Modem M3 http://www.adslnation.com/products/xmodem-m3.php It is also now available from the UK Apple store and retail stores.
    http://store.apple.com/Apple/WebObjects/ukstore?productLearnMore=TJ151
    which can also be used in conjunction with an AEBS or AX.
    iFelix

  • Airport Express als WDS

    Hello
    I have already Airport Extreme. Since my apartment has two floors I tought to "extend" my wireless network and to make it "stronger". For that I was told that that I need Airport Express.
    Which setting do I need in order to make this work? Thanks very much

    zlatan.moranjkic, Welcome to the discussion area!
    If both the AirPort Extreme base station (AEBS) and AirPort Express (AX) are 802.11n capable, you would configure the AEBS to allow itself to be extended. The AX would be configured to extend an existing wireless network.
    If either the AEBS or AX are not 802.11n capable, you would configure the AEBS to act as a WDS main base station and configure the AX to act as a WDS remote base station. Unfortunately each WDS link cuts your available wireless bandwidth in half.

  • HT4587 I downloaded Airport Express Utility 5.6 to get my Airport Express to work with the latest Mac OSX 10.7.4, but when I install and run it, it still says my Airport Express is out-of-date and needs the 5.6 utility.

    I downloaded and installed Airport Express Utility 5.6 to get my old Airport Express to work with the latest Mac OSX 10.7.4, but when I install and run it, it still says my Airport Express is out-of-date and needs the 5.6 utility. What's up?

    It is likely that you downloaded AirPort Utility 5.6.1.  If you checked the requirements, this only runs on Leopard or Snow Leopard Macs.
    You have Lion, so you need AirPort Utility 5.6 for Mac OS X Lion

  • I now have internet thru AT&T Uverse with their wireless router.....do I still need to use my Airport Express for my 2 MACS or can I just unplug it?

    I now have internet thru AT&T Uverse with their wireless router.....do I still need to use my Airport Express for my 2 MACS or can I just unplug it?

    You can just unplug the express and use the Uverse wireless or ethernet directly to it.

  • I upgraded my Airport Express from g to n and now my older desktop running 10.5.8 cannot connect even when I supply the correct password. Do I need to update the airport in the 10.5.8 system? What version is recommended?

    I recently replaced my Airport Express (11g) to one running 11n. My iMac running 10.4.11 uded to work fine with 11g but now cannot connect to the 11n Airport Express.  I can see the network listed and it asks for a WAP2 password, but when I supply the password it fails to connect.
    Do I need to upgrade the airport software on the iMac, and to which version.
    Bill Pratt

    Tesserax,
    Thank you for the suggestions. I tried first setting the radio mode to 802.11b/g compatible using the Option key hint that you supplied, but I got the same error message when I tried to join the network from my older Mac. (I apologize for saying in error that it was running 10.5.8, it was actually running 10.4.11--the last version that still supported Classic--and is a G4 PPC machine.)
    The attempt to login to the network from the PPC machine gave me the standard log-in prompt, but I noticed that it asked for the WAP password, and my two other machines--both Intel MacBooks--get asked for the WAP2 password. The first time I noticed this I was still thinking the "error in trying to join the network" was a function of the 802.11n setup.
    When your first suggestion didn't work, I reset the base station back to the original 802.11n (b & g compatible) but got the same error message--asking for a WAP password--so I went back into the setup, and selected the WAP/WAP2 Personal menu selection, restarted the base station, and was able to successfully join the network!
    Your tip led me to the right place to fix my problem, Thank You,
    Bill Pratt

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