Airport Express -- how high off the ground?
I'm thinking of getting Airport Express. I'd put it by my TV in the living room since that's where the stereo system is so I can pipe iTunes into the main system.
Only thing I'm now hung up on is where to plug the thing in. The closest available outlet is rather low to the ground.
So I'm wondering, for those who have Airport Express, how high off the ground do you think the outlet needs to be in order to allow all the cords to hang underneath and whatnot...?
The outlet is actually oriented sideways... do you think the unit would be able to stay in place if it's hanging that way? If not, I can easily use an outlet rotator, but this then brings me to the issue of clearance off the floor...
Thanks for your help.
Welcome to the discussions!
In general, wireless devices like the AirPort Express need to be placed in a higher location to avoid as many obstructions as possible. There's nothing wrong with attaching an extension cord to the device to move it up higher if that is possible.
If you must plug the device into a low wall socket, try to allow the Express as much of a free look into the room as possible.
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Does anyone of you have an idea why iTunes does not show me both Apple TV AND AirPort Express? (it has nothing to to with the IP adress as the adresses are different).
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