Is it possible to extend the range of one airport express with a second airport express?

Hi,
We have a Time Warner router and have it hardwired to an Airport Express. Is it possible to extend the range of that one airport express with a second airport express?

... The new AirPort Express that I have is an 802.11n version, but the second one is an older model and I don't know which version it might be. Also, the system recently updated so I'm using the AirPort Utility 6.1.
If you are using Mountain Lion, AirPort Utility 6.1 is the version installed by default. It will not be able to administer "older" AirPort base stations.
For them, use AirPort Utility 5.6 which contains the features you need. It can administer your older Express as well as current production base stations.
AU 5.6 is compatible with Lion as well as Mountain Lion, however, the installer app will refuse to install it on Mountain Lion.
This dilemma is easily solved though. You simply need to extract the app from the installer package using a package extractor like Pacifist.
Download Pacifist here: http://www.charlessoft.com/
Download AirPort Utility 5.6 here: http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1482
If you happen to have an archived copy of the AU 5.6 app somewhere, such as a Time Machine backup or equivalent, you can simply restore it or drag the app to your Mountain Lion system's Utilities folder. It will run without complaint. It is only the package installer that is the problem.
Mountain Lion will not allow you to delete its existing version of AirPort Utility. Just ignore it. It and the older version (which will bear the unique name "AirPort Utility 5.6") can peacefully coexist.
Note: For those with Leopard or Snow Leopard systems you need AirPort Utility 5.6.1 (this is confusing - a later AirPort Utility version for an earlier OS X version - but it is correct).
Download AirPort Utility 5.6.1 here: http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1536

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i think you have the same concern as mine....
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Ok, thanks for clarifying which models you have. Please see the following Apple Support article on how to configure these older base stations for a Wireless Distribution System (WDS).

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The AirPort cannot do what you ask.
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Extending the range of my wireless network

Hey all
I have a home network that comprises of a Netgear DG834G Wireless ADSL router and then an eMac that connects with ethernet and an iMac and 4 Laptops that connect with wireless (all are 802.11g except one). My problem is that certain areas of the house are complete deadspots for Airport reception and one of them happens to be an office. Is there anyway of extending the airport range into those rooms. I know Airport Express can extend the range of a proper AEBS, but I don't have one of them and I don't think I'm really in the position to get one seeing as they are now disallowed for sale in the EU. Is it possible to extend the range of my router with an Airport Express, or do I have to look for a 3rd party option? and even then, what 3rd party hardware would I use?
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Is it possible
to extend the range of my router with an Airport
Express,
Not it is not possible to use an Airport Express to extend the wireless network of a Netgear DG834G.
or do I have to look for a 3rd party option?
and even then, what 3rd party hardware would I use?
http://www.netgear.co.uk/wallpluggedadapterkithdxb101.php
http://www.netgear.co.uk/extra/wallpluggedrange_extenderwgxb102.php
If need be, I can run an ethernet cable up to the
office, but its a bit of a hassle seeing as it is up
some stairs...
That would be possible.
Any ideas anyone?
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iFelix

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So, on the Extreme you checked the box to "allow this network to be extened" ?
Correct?
And on the Express, you set it up to "Extend a wireless network" ?
Correct?
See this Apple article and see if you missed anything...
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4145
To learn about other options for expanding your Wi-Fi base station wireless network and things you should consider before expanding your network, click here.
Set up: Components of an extended network
➊ Primary Wi-Fi base station (this is the base station connected directly to the Internet)
➋ Extended base station
Configuring a wireless extended network
To create a wireless extended network, you must place any extended Wi-Fi base stations within range of the primary Wi-Fi base station.
Start with the device that will be configured as the primary Wi-Fi base station. Then configure your extended Wi-Fi base stations, ensuring that each is within direct range of the primary Wi-Fi base station.The physical location of extended Wi-Fi base stations will vary according to the building environment and may require some experimentation.
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airport extreme - is it possible to limit the range of access?

Sorry, you would need a 5.x version of AirPort Utility to limit the Transmit Power of the AirPort Extreme.......AND.....you would need to have an AirPort Extreme version that is flat, square shaped.
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I have an old Airport Express (dome shaped) I want to use to extend the range of my Time Capsule. I'm using AirPort Utility v 6.3.2 which seems not to match the instructions on this page. Is there an updated set of instructions? I can't see the Express in my utillity.
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If you edit your profile, the option to have OS X (10.9.1) display on your future posts does appear.

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Welcome to the discussions!
+Is it possible to extend a wireless network's range with an Airport Extreme (just like you can do with an Airport Express)?+
The AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and even the Time Capsule can "extend a wireless network", +but... they are only compatible if you have another Apple router as the main device.+
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How to extend the range with a second Airport Express? Do I need a DSL cable?

How to extend the range with a second Airport Express? Do I need a DSL cable?

Thanks, now we need a bit more information, please, in order to provide you with the correct information that you need.
I assume that you already have one AirPort Express.....either a model A1264 or A1392.....set up and operating OK, is that correct?
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Let us know "how" you want to extend......wireless or wired?

Using AE to extend the range of a DLINK WR

Hi All,
We have a DLINK wireless router that I would like to extend the range of to cover two small buildings for our wireless network using my airport extreme base station.
I have tried a few times trying to get the WDS functionality to work but can't get it to work - maybe my understanding of the capabilities is a bit off.
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Can i use my airport to extend the range of my wireless network?

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Network 2 can effectively "extend" Network 1 if the AirPort is permanently connected to the Fios router using an Ethernet connection.
You would configure the AirPort to "create a wireless network" using exactly the same wireless network name, security settings and password as the Fios network. Additionally, the AirPort must be configured in Bridge Mode for this to work correctly.
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