AirPort Express ProxySTA

Hello,
I use my AirPort Express to connect either my PS3 or Dish DVR to my wireless network via ethernet. For some reason, whenever the connected device is powered down, it is unable to access the network again, until I restart the AirPort express, then everything works again until the next PS3 or DVR (only one is connected via ethernet at a time) power down.
I've tried assigning a static IP address to the airport, and that doesn't change anything. I also shifted my DNS server to my router, and updated setting for the AirPort, and that doesn't alleviate the problem. My router is a D-Link DIR 825.
So it seems to me that once the ethernet client is powered down, the AirPort is unable to begin communicating with the device on power up. This doesn't change when I force the PS3/DVR to reset the internet connection. I always have to restart the AirPort to restore functionality.
Anybody have any ideas?

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I have an Airport Extreme Base Station (AEBS) acting as a router behind an Actiontec modem (in bridge mode) on Verizon in the east coast.
I can connect my Slingbox Solo to the AEBS with an ethernet cable and set everything up to see video off the internet in another city - fine.
But I really would like to have my Airport Express connect to my AEBS as a wireless bridge (using ProxySTA) with my slingbox connected to my Airport Express through a ethernet cable (they are in a different room from the AEBS).
I've confirmed both my AEBS and Airport Express are the latest models, n-capable, etc.
I think I've followed all the instructions correctly for setting up the wireless bridge (I followed these instructions: http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2638404&start=15&tstart=0)
I have also done port forwarding of the Slingbox Solo in AEBS (using the method discussed at the bottom of this page: http://forums.dealmac.com/read.php?4,2774962)
Anyway the problem is that the slingbox is not working the same as when I had it connected to the AEBS directly by cable - the slingbox is "recognized", and is listed in AEBS's client list, but still regular video signals aren't coming through.
(Please don't be too thrown off by the fact that this is a slingbox; the advice I'm looking for could apply to anything being connected, like an Xbox, a playstation, etc. )
I've tried a few obvious things like hard re-sets of both Airports and the slingbox to no avail.
I have a sense that the problem may have something to do with my port-forwarding and/or other settings -- I'm totally a babe in the woods here.
There are a few issues I'm confused about, and would appreciate clarification on:
For the port-forwarding ip address, was it correct of me to use the "DHCP reservation" ip address I had setup in AEBS for the slingbox?
For the Airport Express settings, should I have selected the "join network" or the "extend network" option (I've read conflicting advice about this)?
I configured the port-forwarding of the slingbox ip address before setting up the wireless bridge configuration. What is the interplay between these 2? Do the wireless bridge settings need to be integrated into the port-forwarding settings in some way? Should the wireless bridge ip address be port-forwarded in addition to the slingbox ip address?
I have come across this discussion (second from last post): http://hintsforums.macworld.com/showthread.php?t=84151&highlight=proxysta which introduced these new questions to me - how should I set up my settings at AEBS ->Internet->NAT? Should I enable default host? enable NAT port mapping? what should be filled in if using Enable default host?
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But I really would like to have my Airport Express connect to my AEBS as a wireless bridge (using ProxySTA) with my slingbox connected to my Airport Express through a ethernet cable (they are in a different room from the AEBS).
It's not documented in Apple's user guide, but the only way to use ProxySTA is configure the AirPort Express to "join" a wireless network and "enable ethernet clients" during setup.
The Express will not provide any additional wireless coverage when it is configured to "join". It simply receives a wireless signal from your main router and provides a signal at the ethernet port. In effect, it becomes another LAN port on your main router supported by a wireless connection. (You won't get ethernet speeds...you'll get wireless speeds).
The main advantage of setting the AirPort Express up this way is that it provides better bandwidth performance.
If you use the "extend a wireless network" setup, the Express provides more wireless coverage in the area where it is located AND the ethernet port is also enabled in this configuration. But, there is some bandwidth loss providing the additional wireless coverage.
So, it's a compromise to choose which setup will provide you with the best performance. If you don't need the additional wireless coverage from the Express, the "join" setup would be the best choice, performance wise.
If you have the Express setup to "extend" now, you can perform a simple test to see if you got the configuration right. Just plug in a laptop to the ethernet port on the Express, turn off the wireless on the laptop, and see if you get an internet connection when you open your browser.
If you do, the configuration is correct. If you don't, something is not right with the configuration of the Express.
Sorry, I can't help on the port forwarding questions. That really should be another post.

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Is your AirPort Express Base Station (AX) a 802.11n model? If it is, you can reconfigure it as a wireless Ethernet bridge or ProxySTA. This would allow the AX to join another wireless network and have its Ethernet port enabled for wired clients, like the Xbox 360.
To activate ProxySTA, you must set up the Express to join a wireless network and then enable the Allow Ethernet Clients setting; both settings are located in the Wireless tab of AirPort Utility.

I am unable to join my existing wireless network with new AirPort Express

I am unable to join my existing wireless network with new AirPort Express.
I am using a DLink DI-524 Router, Windows 7 (64), and the AirPort Express.
AirPort Utility will not recognize the AEX wirelessly, it will only recognize it when it is connected by Ethernet. I can then configure the AEX and verify that the settings stick once disconnected and then reconnected. However, even after that, it will not recognize the AEX once disconnected from the Ethernet cable.
I followed the suggestions of several other threads on these forums. But I am unable to get the AEX to work.
Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

Welcome to the discussion area!
It's almost always a security setting that causes problems when the Airport Express (AX) tries to join a third party wireless network. The AX usually does not "join" correctly and that's why you can't see it on your wireless network using AirPort Utility.
Using an ethernet cable is still the more reliable way to configure and adjust the AX, but if you are want to try to configure it using wireless, you must return the AX back to factory defaults as follows:
Power down the AX
Hold in the reset button +and keep holding it in+ as you plug the AX back in to power
Release the reset button after 10 seconds
When it is set to factory defaults, the AX broadcasts a wireless signal with a network name like "apple network xxxxxx" where the "x's" are either letters or numbers. You must look for this network by clicking on the fan shaped Airport icon at the top of the screen. If you don't see this network, then click Join Other Network to search that way. Unless you connect to this network, you will not be able to configure the AX using wireless.
Do you know the exact security type that your D-Link router is using? That is the key element in the process.
Open AirPort utility, click Manual Setup
Click the Base Station tab to establish a name for the AX, device password and adjust time zone settings
Click the Wireless tab
Wireless Mode....Join a wireless network
Wireless Network Name...must exactly match your D-Link wireless network name
Enable ethernet clients if you want the port to be active (your D-Link must be compatible with ProxySTA for this to work)
Wireless Security...exact setting of the D-Link network. WEP security causes a lot of issues. Try to use WPA/WPA2 Personal, which is far more secure.
Wireless Password...must match the D-Link network
Click the Music icon to enable AirTunes
Click Update to save settings
Any luck?

2nd gen time capsule and airport express g

Ive looked high and low but none of the discussions have worked for me. this is what I have. a 2nd gen time capsule running my network of timewarner modem. I just got airport express g older model and I want to use it as a ethernet bridge for my Denon Avr which is not wireless. I need help with making this aiport express a ethernet bridge so I can stream music over my Denon. Please help !!!!!!! I dont need the airport to extend my wireless network just to get my Denon online. Can anyone help!

Unfortunately, you need the AirPort Express "n" model to be able to do what you want to do.
It has a special feature called ProxySTA which allows the Express to "join" a wireless network and enable a signal at the Ethernet port.
The older Express "g" does not have this type of capability.

Connecting a G4 and an iMac by airport express

I am trying to connect my iMac and my G4 wireless. I cannot use an Airport card on my G4 due to a damaged connector pin on the main board, so I bought an Airport Express Base Station, which I connect to my G4 using the Ethernet port. According to the sales people this should allow me to set up an airport network and connect to my iMac.
Using the Airport Admin Utility, and selecting "Other" as base station, an IP address is provided and the default password recognized, but an error occurs when reading the configuration of the base station.
My iMac does not find the base station either, using Airport.
I have reset the base station to factory defaults without any success,
Any suggestions what I am doing wrong?
Greg

You really need a wireless router with ethernet ports to connect to the cable modem to do what you want to do.
The iMac would continue to connect using ethernet from the router and the G4 could as well if you run an ethernet cable from the router to the G4.
Alternately, if you do not want to run the ethernet cable to connect the G4, you may be able to use your AirPort Express and configure it to "join" the wireless network that the wireless router was creating. If the router is compatible with what Apple calls ProxySTA, you can enable the ethernet port on the Airport Express to furnish an ethernet signal to the G4.
But, you must have an AirPort Express"n" to activate this feature and there is really no way to know in advance if it will work correctly. Several product reviews have mentioned that it should be compatible with virtually any wireless network, but that would be impossible to verify.

Airport Express Ethernet WiFi bridging with 3rd-party wireless base?

I want to use an Airport Express as a substitute for a very-long Ethernet cable. Essentially, I want to connect a device (say, a computer) to the AE using an Ethernet cable, have the AE connect to a base station (not an Apple device) via wireless, and reach the network (Internet) on the other side of the base.
A diagram of the desired goal is at http://img.skitch.com/20091111-1j7a61eka32jqntm217wwg7d3g.jpg
I'm baffled. Here is what I've done:
-Reset the AE to factory defaults
-Connected a laptop to the AE via the Ethernet cable. Turn off my wireless (to make sure I'm talking to the AE via wired connection; this confirms the AE Ethernet port is working.)
-Configured the AE (via the Ethernet cable) in a variety of ways (see below), restarted it.
(alternately)
-Reset the AE to factory defaults
-Connected a laptop to the AE via wireless (connecting to the default-named network the AE creates on factory default reset)
-Configured the AE in a variety of ways, restarted it.
(This essentially suggests the AE is fully functional and not failed; I'm successfully able to connect to and configure the AE after factory default reset either wired, or wirelessly.)
I've tried various configuration attempts, but the one that seems to get closest - but still fails the goal is this:
-On "Airport / Wireless" tab: Join Wireless Network
--(I've entered my SSID for my network in the Wireless Network name field)
--(I've selected WEP 128 for security. I don't think I should be using WDS, given what I've seen elsewhere about WDS only working with an Apple Extreme.)
--(Of course, I've confirmed the passwords match)
-On "Internet / Internet Connection", the "Connect using" dropdown is disabled / greyed. This appears to only be enabled when I select "Participate in a WDS network" in the Wireless tab - which (as I said) I don't think I can use.
-On "Internet / Internet Connection", the Configure IPv4 is set to use DHCP
On restart, the AE successfully starts - it get's its IP address, the FIOS base station sees the device and lists it as online, and I can transmit audio successfully from iTunes to the stereo via the AE.
BUT, configured this way, the Ethernet port is not providing network connectivity to the device attached to the AE via the Ethernet cable -- the same Ethernet cable that was moments ago letting me talk to the AE to configure it is now not active. When I attach my MacBook to this cable and open System Preferences and look at the Ethernet connection, it shows as not even having a cable plugged in; there's no Ethernet link / carrier present. (Until I do a Factory Reset on the AE, after which it works fine again.)
Note: My AE is about 2-3 years old. I initially / previously had this configuration working just fine after I first installed the AE (after much pain, I recall). But I recently had Verizon installed, and in the process they put in a new base station. I seem to not be able to re-create the configuration I had that was working before.
Note 2: I'm attempting to use the wireless base station supplied by Verizon FIOS, which supports a ton of connectivity options - though it doesn't list (and therefore I'm assuming doesn't do) Apple's WDS.
Note 3: When I had it working before, I could have sworn the AE was also acting as a wireless base station that I could see in my available wireless networks listings, and was able to connect to the Internet wirelessly through it - as if it was a repeater of some kind. This isn't crucial; but it could be helpful in diagnosis.
Note 4: I think I may have previously had the AE connecting via another device: I also have a Netgear WG602v2 that was connected BaseRouter---Netgear((( ))) AE---Device (where --- is an Ethernet wire, and ((())) is a wireless link). HOWEVER, I can't be sure this is how it was working; this may have been a relic from attempts to get it working originally several years ago. It is not essential.
What am I missing?

It sounds like you have an older 802.11 b/g AirPort Express, which as Duane mentions will not function as you would like.
The newer AirPort Express 802.11n has a function called ProxySTA which allows the device to join (according to the attached article) virtually any wireless network with an option to "enable ethernet clients".
While it is not possible to know whether any wireless network will be compatible with this feature, it has worked on a 2Wire and Netgear router that I've tried. Haven't tried Verizon Fios, so I can't assure you that this will work as you desire.
http://www.macworld.com/article/132754/2008/03/express11n.html
Another option might be to use a pair of ethernet powerline apapters, providing that everything is on the same master electrical circuit. In general, I've found the adapters to be more reliable and better performing than wireless, but of course, your mileage may vary. Post back if you need more info on this option.

Airport express and the ethernet port

Since January, I've had my older g/b model of airport express set to "join the network," which is an 802.11n airport extreme connected to my cable modem. Until last week, the ethernet port of the airport express could be used to connect in my DVD player or TV. I could do software updates on the DVD player, and watch youtube on the TV, etc. The connection became slow last week, so I decided to reconfigure the airports. Since then, the ethernet connection to the airport express is no longer recognized.
Please note, although the airport express is not an "n" model, this set-up did work just fine! The DVD or TV was automatically able to display my IP address. The express has a green light, it has no errors in Airport Utility, and AirTunes still works just fine — it's only the ethernet port that has become completely inactive.
Any thoughts?

Not sure how you managed to do this with an 802.11g AirPort Express unless you had it configured to extend the wireless range of the 802.11n AirPort Extreme in a WDS. As far as I know, the ProxySTA (wireless Ethernet bridge) capability is only available with the 802.11n Express.

Airport express as feed for iTunes and nothing else. (No internet)

I have an older airport express a & g no n. I want it to send iTunes to my stereo.
I just switched providers and now receive internet via a small modem connected to USB so I do not want a wireless network. Just ability to send from computer to stereo.
The airport on my MacBook is on (but grey)
Airport utility can only find the express when I reset to factory defaults.
During set up I gave it the Apple network default name.
After restart Airport utility can not find the express. Additionally the airport antenna signal on my computer goes grey.
(If I turn the antenna off then on it shows the alternate black grey lines for a few seconds.)
I have also tired a computer to computer network where a small computer icon shows up inside the gray antenna icon. None of these work.
How should I set up the express so it can be found when I have no internet connection?
How should I set up my MacBook networks?
I can not find any instructions on what seems like it should be the simplest of connections. Everything assumes an internet connection.
Airport Utility version 5.4.2
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bch311, Welcome to the discussion area!
You don't want the AirPort Express (AX) to act as an access point. In that mode, the AX would be connected to an Ethernet network. The AX would then create a wireless network to provide wireless access to that network.
Instead you want the AX to act as a wireless network adapter. This will only work if your current wireless router supports ProxySTA or Apple's WDS. Very, very few 3rd party devices support Apple's WDS.

Airport Express to Tivo?

I've got an new internet-enabled Tivo in the living room, but there's no RJ-45 outlet there. I've also got an Airport Express that's been gathering dust since almost everyone else now provides free WiFi. Seems like a cool trick would be to use the AE next to the Tivo with the AE's RJ-45 port feeding the Tivo.
However, in an hour of fiddling with it, I've not been able to figure out how to set it up to do that, and actually, there's no product literature showing that configuration. Seems like the AE only wants to be the "downstream" device on it's wired side, not the upstream, LAN side.
Can anyone confirm this works or doesn't work? If it does work, can you give me some hints on how to set it up?
Thanks!

If your AirPort Express Base Station (AX) is the newer 802.11n version, you can reconfigure it as an Ethernet bridge ... called a ProxySTA. In this configuration, the AX would "join" an existing wireless network and its Ethernet port would be enabled.
If you have an older 802.11b/g AX, then it would have to be configured as a remote base station in a Static Wireless Distribution System (WDS) with another AirPort or Time Capsule in order for its Ethernet port to be enabled.

Airport Express Ethernet Function

I have got a Netgear WNDR3300 wireless router which is upstairs in my home. Downstairs I have a TV with a BluRay player and a 5.1 surround AV receiver. What I thought I may be able to do, is "join" my Netgear network with an Airport Express and put it downstairs next to my TV. I could then use the ethernet port to connect to my BluRay for BDLive content, and use the audio streaming to connect my iTunes to the 5.1 speakers. However I have heard there are some problems with using the Airport Ethernet port when it's not connected to an Apple Base Station. Does anyone know if it would work with my router (Netgear are very unhelpful!).

Welcome to the discussions!
If you have a newer AirPort Express(n), this may work if the Netgear wireless is compatible with what Apple calls ProxySTA. This features allows the Express to function as a wireless bridge and provide an ethernet signal to a connected device.
You won't really know until you try it.
The Express will need to be configured to "Join" your wireless network
Be sure to enable the option to "Allow ethernet clients" on the same page.
Give it a try and please post back on your results

Is Airport Express ethernet port suitable for a laser printer

I saw there are three ports out from the device, one is an ethernet port and I wonder if I can use that port to connect a laser printer with a network card built-in. This is because I have two printers one is a USB and the other is parallel/neetworkk one and would like to connect both to the Airport for remote use purposes.
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Unfortunately, the AirPort Express Setup Guide is not very clear about the uses of the Ethernet port.
There is a special feature on the AirPort Express called ProxySTA that will allow the Ethernet port to be enabled when the Express "joins" a wireless network. This feature must be enabled using the Manual Setup option when the Express is configured using the AirPort Utility application.
The setting is found when you click the Wireless tab (just below the icons). Enter a check mark next to "Allow Ethernet Clients" and this will activate the Ethernet port, which will function as a remote LAN port.

I have a MacPro 2008 workstation without Airport or Airport Extreme CArd isntalled. Can I use Airport Express to connect (wireless) to my wireless network? If so, can I then connect my Airport Extreme to my MAcPro by a ethernetcable ?

I have a MacPro 2008 workstation. It has no Airport/Airport card so I have to use an ethernetcable to connect to my modem. As the MAcpro
is in my office in the attic and the wireless modem is in the basement I have a problem. I wonder if it is possible to use Airport Express to connect to the wireless network? Itshould be like this: in my office I connect the MacPro with AE through an ethernet cable. If I can then get AE to connect (wireless...) to my wireless network I should be ablle to connect my MacPro to internet/wireless network. Is this possible???? Any suggestions are very much appriciated. Thank you.

Apple calls this configuration a ProxySTA.
To activate ProxySTA, you must set up the Express to join a wireless network and then enable the Allow Ethernet Clients setting; both settings are located in the Wireless tab of AirPort Utility.

Airport Express Capabilities

I am looking to get some generic understanding of Airport Express capabilities. I love my AppleTV and would now like to link my outside speakers to the system. I love the idea of using the Airport Express to wirelessly send the audio, however, I am also interested in using the Cat-5 connector to enable a PC (no wireless) to gain access to my network. I have an A/B/G/N 2.6/5 secured wireless network in place (2 WAPs Linksys & NetGear) and do NOT need to replace them. Will the Airport Express serve BOTH (as a wireless bridge) simultaneously? I would like to get it on the 5N network for bandwidth. Recommendations? Wireless card and the Airport Express or just the Airport Express?
Any help is appreciated!
Thanks!

Welcome to the discussions!
The AirPort Express is capable of "joining" a wireless network at 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz, but not both at once. When the Express "joins" a network, it does not "extend" or "expand" the wireless network. If set up to do so, it will "extend" a network created by a "n" Apple base station.
When configured to "join" a wireless network, a user can use iTunes to stream AirTunes to the Express and hook up an amplifier and speakers either digitally or via analog.
If a user has configured the Express to "join" a wireless network, there is also an option in setup to "allow ethernet clients". Apple calls this ProxySTA. If your router is compatible with ProxySTA, (check with Linksys and Netgear first before you buy),you should be able to use the Express as a wireless bridge and use the ethernet port to connect to an ethernet device.
The Express is capable of handling AirTunes and ProxySTA simultaneously.
The Express can handle AirTunes and ProxySTA simultaneously.

How do I set up my Airport Express and not interrupt my TIme Capsule

I have ATT UVerse recently installed and have my Time Capsule Router Behind their installed router. I recently purchased Airport Extreme and want to install it as well so I can connect an older Version of a Sony PS3 which doesn't have bluetooth capability via rj45 since the time capsule is no where close to my PS3. Is there a way to install this Airport Express and not mess up the settings of the Time Capsule?

Hello hbwilli. Welcome to the Apple Discussions!
I recently purchased Airport Extreme and want to install it as well so I can connect an older Version of a Sony PS3 which doesn't have bluetooth capability via rj45 since the time capsule is no where close to my PS3. Is there a way to install this Airport Express and not mess up the settings of the Time Capsule?
Yes. You will want to configure the new 802.11n AirPort Express Base Station (AXn) as a ProxySTA. In this configuration, the AXn will join the wireless network created by the Time Capsule and share Internet access through its Ethernet port to the PS3.
To activate ProxySTA, you must set up the Express to join a wireless network and then enable the Allow Ethernet Clients setting; both settings are located in the Wireless tab of AirPort Utility. The feature should work with any wireless network: a, b, g, or n; and 5GHz or 2.4GHz. (Note that the Express, which ships with firmware 7.3, must also be updated to firmware 7.3.1 for this feature to appear.)

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