How do i configure my airport to work with my other wireless router

how do i configure my airport to work with my other wireless router? I want to be able to listen to itunes through my speakers wirelessly.

Please check out the following Apple Support article for details on the many methods to use an AirPort Express for iTunes streaming.

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I'm helping my dad set up a new network. He has a Cisco 2800 series router that connects to the internet via two T1 lines. From this connection, he supplies internet service to his customers. The router was installed and configured with help from AT&T who monitors the router and advises my dad if there are problems.
The Cisco 2800 is not my reason for posting.
He wants to connect his home computers to the 2800. He has one desktop and two wireless laptops and wants to use a WRT54G to connect those computers to the 2800 router. How should he configure the WRT54G to connect to the 2800?
Thanks!

That's what I thought. So it is really no different than connecting the WRT to a DSL modem or cable modem as far as the setup goes. Good then.
Now, next question;
Would this network setup be correct?
Connect a 5-port switch to the 2800
Connect the WRT54G to the 5-port switch.
Configure the laptops to connect throught the WRT54G.
Connect the desktop (Ubuntu 9.10) to the 5-port switch via Ethernet cable (bypass the WRT54G).
Would there be IP conflicts or domain problems? I ask this because this is how his LAN is presently setup and he seems to be getting random connectivity problems on his Ubuntu desktop machine. One day it works fine. The next day it won't connect. Sometimes, even after he is connected, it stop works midstream. It also takes 10 minutes or so to boot up. The laptops always work without issue.
The two laptops would be issued IP addresses of 192.168.1.xxx but the desktop would be getting 12.83.xxxx.xx(something similar). The desktop's internet IP would receive its internet IP from the 2800 via DHCP just like the WRT54G is receiving its IP from the 2800. The two would essentially be on different LANs connected to the same router. Do you forsee any issues here?
Thanks!

How do I configure my Airport to work well with a Linksys WRT54G?

I have DSL Extreme coming into my house in bridge mode. (Don't know the specifics, but they said that's how it has to work.) I had my Airport Extreme connected to the modem, sending out a nice wireless signal.
I was given a Linksys WRT54G Ver. 6 wireless router, and I thought I'd use it as the main router connected the modem. I also want to use it as a wireless access point for one half the house for b/g devices AND I also want to set up the Airport Extreme as another wired access point for the other half of the house for n devices.
So, I set up the Linksys as the main router sending out a wireless signal on channel 1 for b/g devices. I connected the WAN port of the Airport to one of the open LAN ports on the Linksys, changed the Airport to Bridge mode, and set up a new wirelss network to broadcast on a different channel. Unfortunately, this isn't working. Only the Linksys wireless is working properly, i.e. connected to the internet. The Airport broadcasts the wireless signal, but it isn't connecting to the internet.
I've tried changing the IP address of the Airport to one that falls within the range of the Linksys (192.168.1.x) and making sure that the subnet of the Airport is identical to the Linksys. I've also added the DNS servers, although I'm not sure why the Airport Admin Utility asked for this. Regardless, nothing works. I'll get a green light, but there's no connectivity to the internet.
I've also tried connecting to a LAN port and not the WAN port on the Airport. No joy there.
I've read through numerous threads, and they all seem to indicate that my original set up should work. I've upgraded my Linksys firmware, to no avail. I don't want the Airport to be a repeater as there is a reduction in speed. I want to have two separate wireless access points.
Thanks in advance for any and all help.

Ok, I got you. Prior to the introduction of the simultaneous dual-band routers, the only way to mimic them was exactly what you are trying to do. Connect two routers by Ethernet and create separate wireless networks to allow clients to connect to either as appropriate.
You are also correct that the upstream router (Linksys) should have both NAT & DHCP enabled and that the downstream router (AirPort) be configured as a bridge. The only recommendation is to set the AirPort's static Private IP address to one just outside of the Linksys' DHCP server range instead of inside it to prevent the same IP address being handed out to multiple clients.
You could do this a number of ways, but the simplest would be to use the Configure IPv4 = Manually option on the TCP/IP tab within the AirPort Utility. Use the LAN-side IP address of the Linksys for the Router Address, and the appropriate DNS server addresses (either your ISP's or a service like OpenDNS). The Domain Name field can be left blank.
Since the AirPort is in bridge mode, it really doesn't matter which Ethernet port (WAN or LAN) you connect the Linksys to, but for consistency, I would recommend the WAN (circle-of-dots) port.

How can I get my AirPort to work with a newly purchased modem?

I have a new AirPort that I purchased and linked to an older modem. I now have a new modem, a NetGear provided my AT&T. How can I transfer the new modem to work with the AirPort as seamlessly as possible? I spend hours attempting the other night, but grew frustrated when the AirPort never communicated with the new modem. Please help!

Are you sure you are talking about replacing a modem? Modems are usually provided by your cable/DSL provider. So am I right in understanding you got a new modem installed by AT&T? If so, then you need to start by turning off the modem, the Airport router (what model, exactly?), and the computer. Wait one minute. The Airport router should be connected to the modem using an Ethernet cable. Now turn on in order:
Modem - wait for status lights to show communication with your ISP.
Airport - wait for the status light to start blinking amber.
Computer - open Network preferences and select the type of connection port: Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
Now at this point if the Airport device is still blinking amber, then open Airport Utility, click on the larger amber dot to find out what problem is being reported, then configure it to fix the issues.

How do I configure Time Capsule to work with 8 port unmanaged switch?

This is what I want to end up with.
cable modem
Time Capsule
wireless network 8 port unmanaged switch TRENDnet TEGS80G
entertainment center(TV, xbox 360, dvd, apple tv, ect...)
I have been using the above setup with an E3000 router in place of the time capsule without any problems, and was expecting to just be able to switch out the E3000 for the time capsule and keep right on rolling. At the moment, without the switch plugged in, using the time capsule as a stand alone wireless router, everything works as intended. However, I don't want to have every device in the house pulling off of wireless. Whenever I plug my switch in I lose internet connectivity. I assume this is because both the switch and the Time Capsule are trying to direct traffic and creating a conflict. I have attempted to disable the NAT in the Airport Utility and this is what happens.
Where do I go from here, or am I heading in completely the wrong direction?

Unfortunately, you are on the wrong track, heading in the wrong direction at the moment.
We need to learn whether you have a simple modem or a modem/router.
This will determine whether the Time Capsule is to be configured in router mode to provide DHCP and NAT services for the network......or if your "modem" is already doing this.....the Time Capsule needs to be configured in Bridge Mode.
So, I suggest that you disconnect the switch from the Time Capsule for now, and power everything off except the modem, Time Capsule and the computer you are using to configure the Time Capsule, and get things working correctly first. Then, devices can be added one at a time to verify proper operation.
If this seems to make sense to you, and you want to move forward, please post back with the make and model number of your cable modem.

How can I get my airport express work with Zyxel 2812HNU-F1?

Hi,
I previously had a Thompson Speedtouch router and my Airport expres worked just fine. But now my internetprovider give me a new router the Zyxel 2812HNU-F1 and my airport express doesn't work properly. I use an ethernetkabel to connect the airport express with my router. The lamp on the aiport express turns green, but I cannot normally open internetpages etc, and sometimes a webpage partially appears. If I connect my ethernetkabel in my MBP, the internetconnection just works normally.
Do you know what I have to do to let my Aiport expres work with the Zyxel 2812? I already resetted the express and in the airport utility it doesn't show that there is a problem.
Greets,
Don

Obviously my objective was different (just use the Airport Express as an Airplay speaker over wired ethernet only), but for my case I finally managed to fix it: In the Zyxel LAN configuration I've set the LAN port (4) to half-duplex and 10Mbit (only!) instead of "auto" and then streaming audio works flawlessly! This is just crazy stupid and is a Zyxel issue I'm sure. For now I'm happy!
To make the Airport wired only: disconnect wire -> factory reset -> create new (wireless) network (plus settings) -> then Network Router Mode = Off (Bridge Mode) -> then Disable wireless -> Save settings -> only then connect ethernet cable

How do I make an Airport Extreme work with a Linksys WRT160N

I have a Linksys WRT160N V3 Router that I have connected to my cable modem. I have an iMac in another room along with a PC based laptop. Range is fine to get them to connect wirelessly. However what I would like to do is to also connect my Blu-Ray device to the internet. However it isn't wireless. I was told I could use an Airport Extreme to bridge to my WRT160N. What I want to do is hardwire connect my Blu-Ray player and perhaps my iMac to the Airport Extreme using my WRT160n's access to the cable modem. Basically I'm trying to make to wirelss routers talk to each other. I can't seem to make the Airport Extreme work. Any assistance would be great.
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Tim

Welcome to the discussions, Gonzotoo!
+I was told I could use an Airport Extreme to bridge to my WRT160N+
Unfortunately, this is not correct. The AirPort Extreme does not have the capability that you need. If you could connect the Linksys and Extreme together using an ethernet cable, it would function as you wish. Or, if it's not possible to connect them using an ethernet cable, you might take a look at a pair of ethernet powerline adapters to accomplish the same task by using the AC wiring in your home.

HT1178 How do I set-up my Time Capsule to work with my existing Wireless Router?

The existing wireless router is my connection to the Internet and I would like to keep it that way. I really want the TC to fuction as an external Hard Drive/Server, Backup Disc! The TC is where all my Music and Photos are located together with my Backups!
I have tried different configurations and I get it to work for a wile, but after a few minutes it will disappear from my Air Port Utility, a rescan will not bring it back, but if I unplug and then plug it back in it will reappear. However if the TC shows in Air Port Utility or not the TC still shows up on my Desktop.
What Settings should I use in Air Port Utility, Should the Ethernet Cable be plugged into Ethernet or LAN Port?
My Current Settings are:
Ethernet Cable: Connected to the ETHERNET PORT
AirPor Tab:
Wireless Mode: OFF
Connect Using: ETHERNET
Internet Tab: Internet Connection
Connect Using: ETHERNET
Connection Sharing: OFF (BRIDGE MODE)
TCP/IP:
Configure IPv4: USING DHCP

I am Running OS 10.5.8 on a PowerBook G4.
Below you will see the Log (IP Address, AirPort ID, Eternet ID, Subnet Mask, Router Address, DNS Server Info has been removed).
I had the TC was originally set-up connected to a DLS Modem, all worked fine Backups over TM all was ok, but then the Modem died. (I upgraded to a Wireless Router). I did have it set up, but I nolonger know the settings, I wanted to do a backup with TM, which had not been done for a long time (6 months)
I tried to backup, but either it was not working or was taking sooooo long, that I decided to do the Backup over Ethernet (still took the hole day for 8.5 GB). I had read that I nedded to chang my setting to be able to Backup with Ethernet. Did not Save the previous settings hence my problem!
Log:
Nov 21 08:23:26
Severity:5
Initialized (firmware 7.6.1).
Nov 21 08:23:31
Severity:3
No Address for NTP server time.apple.com.
Nov 21 08:23:31
Severity:5
Internet configuration leased [IPv4] -- host <0> gateway <> dns <> wins <> lease <1814400> domain <Speedport_W723_V_Typ
Nov 21 08:23:33
Severity:5
Internet configuration leased [IPv4] -- host <> gateway <> dns <> wins <> lease <1814400> domain <Speedport_W723_V_Typ
Nov 21 08:23:46
Severity:3
No Address for NTP server time.apple.com.
Nov 21 08:24:01
Severity:5
Clock synchronized to network time server time.apple.com (adjusted +7 seconds).
Nov 21 08:28:05
Severity:5
Connection accepted from [%bridge0]:49362.
Nov 21 08:28:06
Severity:5
Connection accepted from [%bridge0]:49363.
Nov 21 08:28:06
Severity:5
Connection accepted from [%bridge0]:49364.
Nov 21 09:24:53
Severity:5
Initialized (firmware 7.6.1).
Nov 21 09:24:57
Severity:3
No Address for NTP server time.apple.com.
Nov 21 09:24:59
Severity:5
Internet configuration leased [IPv4] -- host <> gateway <> dns <> wins <> lease <1814400> domain <Speedport_W723_V_Typ
Nov 21 09:25:00
Severity:5
Internet configuration leased [IPv4] -- host <> gateway <> dns <> wins <> lease <1814400> domain <Speedport_W723_V_Typ
Nov 21 09:25:02
Severity:5
Connection accepted from [%bridge0]:49884.
Nov 21 09:25:03
Severity:5
Connection accepted from [%bridge0]:49885.
Nov 21 09:25:03
Severity:5
Connection accepted from [%bridge0]:49886.
Nov 21 09:25:12
Severity:3
No Address for NTP server time.apple.com.
Nov 21 09:25:28
Severity:5
Clock synchronized to network time server time.apple.com (adjusted +7 seconds).

How to use iMac w/Airport and DSL connection as a wireless router ???

My iMac G5 (with Airport) is connected via Ethernet to a DSL modem.
I want to connect my iBook G3 (non-Airport) wirelessly through the G5 to access the internet in a small home network, (without a standalone router).
I have a USB adapter (ASUS wl-167G) and MAC OS drivers for the iBook. I seem to be getting a connection to the Airport card in the G5, but nothing to the modem with Safari or Firefox.
I need some detailed instructions on setting up the iMac to access the DSL normally AND pass through a wireless connection for the iBook.
Future plans are to buy an Airport Express for stereo and printer purposes.
If using the Express will greatly simplify what I'm trying to do here, please advise so, (and how), and I'll get one now.
Thanks
Ken

Thanks sig, but I am already set up that way. Also in sharing>internet>
Airport options: channel-automatic, firewall-off, services-on (file sharing,Etc.)
Network Status shows: Built -in -Ethernet, active and a IP address. Airport, sharing is on and using Airport and an ID #
I also tried setting Airport to channel 11 (what the USB "Dongle" is connected to).
Still no joy.
I think I may need to manually configure both Airport TCP/IP in the iMac, and the USB Adapter in the iBook but I don't know what values to enter for IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router.
In way over my head, here. Any additional help is greatly appreciated.
Ken
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Will AirPort work with my current wireless router?

I have a Linksys WRT54G wireless router. I'm thinking about getting two AirPort Expresses for AirTunes. But I wanna know that if I get one AirPort Express in my room with my stereo, and my wireless router to my computer with iTunes, if AirTunes will work. Has anyone tried this? Thanks!

The answer is yes. Quoting the Airport Express FAQ:
Question: If my computer is associated with a non-Apple wireless access point, can iTunes send an AirTunes stream to the AirPort Express?
Answer: Yes, if AirPort Express has joined the network in client mode, or if it is connected via wire to a LAN port on the non-Apple wireless access point.

Does the Xbox 360 wireless adapter even work with the WRT54G wireless router?!!? If so, how???

I just bought a WRT54G wireless router (Ver 8.0; firmware updated to latest). I have successfully connected my wireless laptop using WEP security, but I'm at wits end trying to get the Xbox 360 wireless adapter to work. (It worked just fine with my Netgear router until that router recently died.)
When I do the "Test Media Connection" routine (you XBox 360 users know what I'm referring to), the Xbox immediately recognizes the Network Adapter and indicates that it is connected to the Wireless Network, but it inevitably fails the next step in the process: IP Address. I have the set-up for the IP address to be assigned automatically by the router (which is set for DHCP Server enabled).
I have gone around the mountain innumerable times myself and then with well-meaning friends who say try this, try that, try this, try that. I've had to re-establish my laptop set-up so many times I wanna scream!
Are the Xbox 360 wireless adapter and the WRT54G even compatible? If so, what am I missing here? I'm not too technical and obviously in over my head, but this ought not be that hard.
Please, please do NOT respond unless you KNOW the answer! I don't mean to be curt, but I'm over / past "suggestions to try."
Thank you VERY much for your time and consideration if you can help me.

I don't think that the X-BOX adapter is not compatible to wireless rotuer .... there are few settings you can try on the router ... Access router setup page ... Please click on the tab "Application and gaming" and click on sub tab "Port range forwarding" 1) On the first line in Application box type in "Xbox", in start box type in 88, in end box type in 88, in protocol keep it both, in ip address type in 192.168.1.20 and give a check mark on enable box. 2) On the second line in Application box type in "Xbox", in start box type in 3074, in end box type in 3074, in protocol keep it both, in ip address type in 192.168.1.20 and give a check mark on enable box. 3) Now save the settings 4) Once you return to the setup page, click on the tab "Administration" and disable the UPNP and save the settings. 5) Now assign the given ip address on your xbox ip address :- 192.168.1.20 subnet mask :- 255.255.255.0 default gateway :- 192.168.1.1 Please assign the dns address on the xbox primary dns :- 4.2.2.2 secondary dns :- 192.168.1.1 6) Please try to test your xbox live. Hope it works ...

Will the airport express work with an existing wired router's output?

I have a wired (not wireless) router with 4 outputs. Can i connect the Airport Express to one of my existing router's outputs to create a wireless network off of my wired network?

Yes

Airport Express with Belkin N1 Wireless Router

I saw Airport Express and am very interested to buy this. However, before I proceed to buy, it would want to see if it can work with my Belkin N1 Wireless Router and how.
Preferred setup is
DSL Modem <-> Airport Express <-> Belkin N1 Wireless <-> Laptop
Can anyone advise
1. Can Airport work with Belkin N1 Wireless Router?
2. How do i setup the above configuration?
If this can work, I'm going to get one immediately!! =D

Welcome to the discussions, Richard!
Preferred setup is
DSL Modem <-> Airport Express <-> Belkin N1 Wireless <-> Laptop
The <-> is normally a display for an ethernet connection. The AirPort Express only has one ethernet port, and it will be used to connect to the DSL modem in your example.
So, it would not be possible to connect the Belkin device the AirPort Express using <-> ethernet.

Trying to install airport 5.6 to configure old UFO airport but doesn't show up in the app utility folder. How do you configure older Airports in OS X 10.7.5??

trying to install airport 5.6 to configure old UFO airport but doesn't show up in the app utility folder. How do you configure older Airports in OS X 10.7.5??

David Why? wrote:
... How do you configure older Airports in OS X 10.7.5??
Use the technique described in this thread: I can't install airport utility 5.6
Though it discusses Mountain Lion, you need to follow the exact same steps for OS X 10.7.5.
I no longer have any original AEBSs to test. You may need an even earlier version of AirPort Utility. If AirPort Utility 5.6 cannot configure yours, let me know and I will attempt to find the correct version for you. You will need to use the same "extraction" technique described above.
Edit: If 5.6 does not work try this one: AirPort Utility 5.5.3
Important: If you elect to drag that version to your Utilities folder, be sure to give it a unique name. I suggest "AirPort Utility 5.5.3" This is not necessary for AirPort Utility 5.6, which will retain that name on its own.

HT2497 how to setup airport to work with IPV6

How can I setup my AE to work with IPV6 that was launch last night in the east coast? Or there is no need for me to do anything on my AE because it will setup itself automatically?
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IPv6 service comes in a variety of "flavors" so it would be difficult to provide you with exact configuration settings for your AirPort router.
I would first check with your ISP to see if they have implemented IPv6 service. If they have, they should provide you with what requirements must be satisfied to use IPv6.

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