Airport Express - switch - Airport Express via ethernet?

I have an Airport Express—which I'll call AE1—as my main router. It runs a wireless network, but it also is connected to a switch via ethernet. I have several devices connected to the switch, and everything works great.
However, I have a second Airport Express—call it AE2—and I would like to connect it to the switch via ethernet and use it as a bridge. The bridge function works, but only via wireless, that is, AE2 is bridging just fine, but it's connected via wireless, and then extending. I cannot get the AE to connect via ethernet.
It does work if I connect AE2 to AE1 via ethernet (directly to the port on the back of AE1), so I know it works. But, when I introduce a switch between the two, no go...
Thoughts?

I've tested the port in AE1 and all ports on the switch. Everything works great. Good solid connection. I've tested the cable with a line tester and the cable is good at 100 BaseT. Everything I connect to this line works fine except the AE2, which refuses to extended over Ethernet. I think next I may try running the line directly from the DSL modem through that line and into AE2 and see if it will accept a connection that way. I'll report my findings.
It's not the end of the world; AE2 works fine extending my wireless network through a wireless connection. I just want to improve my overall bandwidth by removing this drain. And, I'm trying to resolve this mostly on principle.

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HT1515 do you need to connect the airport express to a router via ethernet or can it do it using wireless?

do you need to connect the airport express to a router via ethernet or can it do it using wireless?

There are 3 Apple routers....AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule. Details here:
http://www.apple.com/compare-wifi-models/
Do you have one of these products in the living room?
If no, you can only use the AirPort Express by connecting to the router in the living room using an Ethernet cable at all times.

Connecting Airport Express (n) to WRT54G via ethernet

I am using Airport Express (n) currently and would like to connect to Blu-ray player with ethernet for netflix streaming. But as we all know, the AX has only one ethernet port. I have an old linksys' WRT54G. Is it possible to use this as a part of network without loosing the advantage of Wireless N network? My idea is to go from Cable modem to WRT54G, and WRT54G's LAN PORT out to AX. WRT54G and AX will be connected via ethernet so that it doesn't lose the advantage of the N network.
And Blu-Ray player will be connected to WRT54G via ethernet.
Can someone tell me if this works and if so, how do you configure each device so that you don't have ip address conflict or any other problem. Thank you.
Message was edited by: Kozo Okumura

Certainly that will work. Since they are connected via Ethernet, the wireless clients of the WRT54G will have no effect on the wireless clients of the AX.
The WRT54G will provide a 802.11b/g network while the AX can provide an 802.11n network.
The AX should be configured to create a wireless 802.11n network and it should be configured to act as a bridge (not sharing a single IP address).

Express to Broadband router via ethernet cable

I need to confirm something. I would like to purchase an Express 802.11n to set up a faster internet connection for my wife's MacBook, it can use the enabler. I have a fast FIOS internet connection (20/10). Can I connect the Express to my broadband router via an ethernet cable and will my wife see the speed difference? I have done a few speed checks and the 802.11g Airport network peaks out at about 7 mps. I expect to see her machine peak at about 15 mps if configured as a 802.11n only network. Is this about right? I would still have to suffer with the slower network, but us men do crazy things for love.
Mark

If your wife's MacBook is connected directly via Ethernet to the FiOS router does it show a connection faster than 7 Mbps? If not, changing the wireless interface isn't going to help anything.
If she does get the full 20 Mbps via Ethernet then switching to 802.11n might getter her a faster wireless data transfer.

Internet not working on Non-Equipped Airport iMac w/ AE wired via Ethernet

I have a total of (3) non-equipped airport computers that I wanted to share Internet thru the (2) AEs and (1) AEBS. Using one computer, I manually configured the AE and powered it down, then using the same computer I configured the AEBS, then powdered up the AE and it showed SOLID GREEN!. FYI...I did select it to communicate with the AEBS by WDS. Now I have the Flowerpower iMac with ethernet cord plugged into the (1) AE, and it still has the Solid Green Light. The Built-in ethernet is not communicating with/to the Internet??
I went to "System Preferences" on the computer to check the "Network" settings. Is this where the problem lies?? Under the "TCP/IP" it has the "Configure" with options,which should it be? (Manual, DCHP, or DCHP with manual address)?
When I choose "DCHP", it self assigned the IP Address and then states that it might not be able to connect to the Internet, the "manual" and "DCHP with manual" states that I am connected, but it can't find the server web address that I'm looking for. I originally configured the AE using the info I got off of the AEBS, but not the exact same IP Address or Mac Address. I also configuring the Network Internet settings on the computer with that I found from the "System Preferences" on the graphite iMac with the RCA modem and AEBS attached via ethernet cables.
I think I'm getting confused... The AEBS has thru the Airport Admin. Utility:Internet, airport, network and WDS settings, the computer that's connected to it has thru the System Preferences: Network built-In ethernet with TCP/IP and ethernet settings, the AE has thru the Airport Admin. Utility: Internet, airport, Network and WDS settings and the computer connected to it has thru the System Preferences: Network built-in ethernet with TCP/IP and ethernet settings.
Do they all share some of the exact same information? Is there some fields that I don't need to fill in or select? If I'm manually filling in the information, Where do pull that correct information from?
Okay after stating that, it makes me sound like I don't have a clue and I'm just lucky that I got the AE to turn on Green. But I haven't found anything published addressing this exactly and straight forward.
Can anyone who has done this and succeeded go over this step-by-step? and unravel the all twisted up information that's going around and around in my head?
iMac G3 Graphite, iBook G3 Graphite Clamshell, iMac G3 FlowerPower Mac OS X (10.3.9)

I had to manually configure the AX and the Built-In Ethernet on the flowerpower iMac, when I tried to do it automatically with DCHP, it self-assigned the IP Address and would not let me connect on the Internet nor was the light green. I remembered iFelix's instructions stating that I would have to do it manually and the light turned green again! and my email works on the graphite BUT now I can't get the AX to appear in the Airport Admin. Utility, so I rechecked my settings thru the Airport Admin. Utility and in the Airport I checked the "enable the IR option". and............ well It appeared and I went to the flowerpower iMac with my daughter by my side, we both held hands eagerly awaiting to see if the web page would load and........ and......... and....... and......... and........ WWWWWWWWWWWWWWWAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOO she screamed, I screamed, she screamed again sooooooo loud that I didn't notice that I was still screaming too! IT WORKS!!!!! It REALLY WORKS!!!!!!!
Look, are you looking? Can you see I'm smiling ear to ear!!!!!
YOU CAN DO THIS!!!!
For anyone wanting tips, please refer to my other thread Re: Can the Airport Express be used as an external card too? start by me.

Airport extreme won't connect via Ethernet to BT homeHub v2.0

Hi
here's what I want to do:
1. Homehub is connected to the phoneline and will provide a b/g network for my iphone/xbox/laptop1
2. I want to connect my airport extreme to this (from what I can tell this must be done through an ethernet cable) so that I can have a separate N network which only 1 laptop will connect to.
So the problem I have is that no matter what options I select in the airport extreme when it's connected via ethernet it tells me that nothing is connected to the Ethernet WAN port. I've tried two different cables different ports on the back of the hub etc. nothing works. Every time I search google or forums for an answer people just write "connected it via ethernet and it works great" but there's no guide to what settings to use that I can see.
Can someone please help me with some sort of noob guide to get this setup how I've stated?
Many thanks in advance

Hey Bob
thanks fro the quick response. I have actually tried exactly that but it still flashes orange at me I'm suspicious that the AE may have a fault because during the setup (i can't remember the exact steps) but I got the AE updated and it complained that it could read from the AE (error code was 10057). Googling this does thow up a couple of solutions which I haven't tried.
so my steps should be:
Factory Reset the AE
setup as join existing network
join via ethernet to create a 2nd network
connect up the cable to the WAN port and the Lan of the Hub
change to bridge mode.
One thing I did notice (which may or may not be related) is the subnet mask on the AE says 255.255.0.0 when I set it up like this. However when I make it just join the network without trying to create a new one (which works) it sets it to 255.255.255.0 . the IP address also begins 192.168.1.* whereas in the other setup mode it is something different. Does that matter at all?
Thanks
Alan

Using old airport as time capsule only via ethernet

I upgraded to a new Airport Extreme (the tall units) and I have the old flat one that I would like to use for time machine backup only. Is this possible? How should it be configured as I do not want to have it on WiFi and I will not have it connected to the router. I want the iMac to be connected to the new Aiport Extreme via WiFi. Should it connect via ethernet?

What does this have to do with the Apple TV, the forum to which it was posted?

Best Practices for Using Airport Express to Stream iTunes via Ethernet

So I've been reading various posts about using Airport Express to stream iTunes and I've been reading various posts about using the Ethernet port on the Express. However, not sure I've yet found an inclusive listing of settings for both. Wondering if anyone out there has such a thing?
I have an (older) Aiport Express (802.11g, no 'n') running the latest Firmware (6.3, I believe). I have it lashed into my switch via a Cat 6 cable and the 3.5 stereo mini running out to RCA jacks into my RussSound (home audio system) amp. I'd like to make the Express ONLY a iTunes streaming device getting its network link over Ethernet (AirTunes). So, what does everyone suggest for best settings for turning on the Ethernet, turning off the WiFi and running AirTunes?
Thanks much in advance!
cheers
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Airport > Wireless > Wireless mode "off"
Internet > Internet connection > Connect using "Ethernet", Configure IPv4 "via DHCP"
Music > Enable Airtunes
Enable Airtunes over Ethernet (if this choice appears).
When I first did this, the remote speakers didn't appear in iTunes. I poked around to see what I missed and couldn't find anything wrong, but the next time I ran iTunes the remote speakers appeared.
If you run into a firewall problem, make sure your OS X firewall is configured to "set access for specific services and applications": http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?path=Mac/10.5/en/18503.html
Firmware 6.3 is correct for your Express.

Using airport express to extend network via ethernet socket

I have a wireless router set up which feeds my mac and tv (via a wired ethernet connection). I have also a pc which doesn't have wifi capability.
Can I use airport express to make my pc pick up the wifi by plugging the pc into the ethernet socket? I would also plug a printer (currently connected to the pc) into the usb, so it can become a shared printer.
Thanks

Can I use airport express to make my pc pick up the wifi by plugging the pc into the ethernet socket?
Yes. But, it is the AirPort Express that would "pick up the wifi". Then, you would connect an Ethernet cable from the AirPort Express to the PC.
Configure the AirPort Express to "Join a wireless network" and click the option to "Enable Ethernet clients" during the setup to activate the Ethernet port on the device.
I would also plug a printer (currently connected to the pc) into the usb, so it can become a shared printer.
There is a good chance that your printer will work connected this way, but you won't really know until you try.

Airport Express won't join via ethernet, only wirelessly

I have a Time Capsule, two AEs wired and another AE operating wirelessly in my home network. Problem is I can't get the wired ones to join as wired ones. They'll only connect to the network wirelessly. So I can have a network completely wireless but I'd prefer the speed of the two AEs wired. I've been through many attempts, set-ups and versions with the AEs trying to resolve this. A potential big wrinkle is that the router is connected to two different switches that handle the various ethernet cables serving many rooms in the house so I'm thinking that may be the problem. Is that likely or am I missing something?

Well, the way to do this would be to go ahead and setup both AirPort Express devices one at a time near the Time Capsule...and connect them directly to the Time Capsule using Ethernet.
Get them working correctly that way first.
Then, move them to the backside of the Ethernet backbone for the network. If the Express devices don't work there....then you have an Ethernet switch problem, an Ethernet cabling problem, or possibly both. Tedious troubleshooting will be required.
In situations like you describe, 90% of the time the issue boils down to an improperly installed Ethernet plug, a broken wire somewhere, or a bad port on a switch. That is not to say that this is the issue, but it is the area to place your bets.
We did not get any details about what generation model the Express devices might be, or what type of operating system you are using on the Mac or PC to configure the Express devices. We'll need basic information like that if you desire additional help.

Extend my wireless network w/airport express w/out connecting via ethernet?

Here's what I have:
I have an Airport Extreme Base Station Version 7.5.2 - named Jim's Base
I have an existing Airport Express that I use to stream music to my office stereo - named Jim's Office
I have a new Airport Express that I would like to use to extend my wireless network to my family room - named Jim's Extended. I have ethernet to my family room for my TV and Receiver and an ethernet switch with one available port.
Question, when extending my existing wireless network do I have to extend it using an ethernet cable or can it be extended "wirelessly" i.e. no connections except to 120v power?
Could someone share the exact instructions? I've been trying to configure this "extension" for several hours now but can't seem to get it to work - wired or wireless.
Thanks -
jP

Apple's instructions to "extend a wireless network" using wireless only are in the link below. Although the illustration pictures a 2nd AirPort Extreme, the setup for an AirPort Express is exactly the same.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4259
The Ethernet port is automatically enabled in this type of configuration to allow Ethernet devices to connect. If you need more than one Ethernet connection, you can add an Ethernet switch to the AirPort Express to create more connection capabilities.

Connect to Airport Express to use AirTunes via ethernet cable?

Hi,
Here's my setup and question: I am connected to the internet using the wireless network in my house. I want to also connect my computer to my Airport Express for AirTunes which is hooked up to my stereo in the computer room. Since I'm already connected to a different wireless network for internet, can I connect my Airport Express directly to my computer using an ethernet cable in order to run AirTunes?
Thanks!

Hi.
You don't need to do that. You can simply set the express up as a "client" allowing you to be on the network and/or airtunes and/or wireless printing.
Have a look at this post for the relevant info:
http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=5578616#5578616
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How do I know "Roaming Network" is working with Airport Express and Airport Extreme and should I use extended wireless network for third Express?

Attempting to eliminate a dead spot in Wifi coverage [and implement AirPlay] have one Airport Extreme 802.11n and two Airport Express 802.11n's.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4145
The Airport Extreme is of course connected to cable modem and Ethernet switch, and one Airport Express is connected to the Ethernet network. As per instructions for creating a "Roaming Network", Airport Express is set to same SSID, security type, and Password.
Questions:
1. How does the client device know which Airport to connect to? In other words, will it switch to the closer WiFi transmitter automatically? The WiFi reception problem is intermittent in the fringe areas so what I do not want it for it to stick with the more distant Airport Extreme in the basement when the Airport Express which is closer will work better.
2. How can I tell which of the Airports the attached client device is using?
The third Airport Express will be in a third location - I was planning on using it also for expanding coverage but after reading the warnings about performance suffering when purely using WiFi for the expansion in this location ("Wireless Extended Network" without an ethernet connection) I have figured that the single wired Airport Express will be adequate and will use the third Express to do Airplay only.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4259
Question: Can I use this second Airport Express to extend the wireless network via "Extended Wireless Network" while the other two are in "Roaming Netowrk" configuration? Without bogging down??
Mitch

1. How does the client device know which Airport to connect to?
The Mac computer will automatically connect to the wireless access point with the strongest signal...which is probably the closest AirPort. An iPhone or iPad may not do this and will tend to stay connected to one AirPort.
2. How can I tell which of the Airports the attached client device is using?
On a Mac, open Macintosh HD > Applications > Utilities > AirPort Utility. Click on one of AirPorts. In the area to the right, locate the AirPort ID and jot that down. Then do the same for your other AirPort.
Move your Mac near one of the AirPorts and log on to the wireless. Hold down the option key on the Mac while you click the fan shaped AirPort icon at the top of the screen. Look for the BSSID. That is the AirPort ID of the device to which you are connected.
If you are close to the "remote" AirPort, and you see the AIrPort ID of the "main" router when you are testing, then you know that the network is not configured correctly.
Can I use this second Airport Express to extend the wireless network via "Extended Wireless Network" while the other two are in "Roaming Netowrk" configuration? Without bogging down??
There will be a modest 10-15% bandwidth loss with the "extend" setup, assuming that the Express is located where it can receive a strong wireless signal from the AirPort to which it is associated. You can avoid the bandwidth loss if the Express is also connected via Ethernet as part of the roaming configuration.

Airport Time Capsule 3TB can't connect to modem via ethernet

Hi all,
Thanks in advance for any assistance on this issue ...
I am having extreme difficulty in connecting my Airport TC to my modem via ethernet. Ideally, I want to use it to extend the range of my wifi, as well as back up my machines.
I can't get the AP TC to add on to an existing network in initial set up as , even though the option is available, the Airport Utility (6.3.2) doesn't seem to keep it selected, and wants to create a new network.
When I create the new network, my internet connection drops out, even though the modem indicates that it is connected. I then edit the internet connection in AU by telling it to extend the existing network (add in the SSID etc) which picks up the internet connection again, but then the Airport TC drops out, and all I get is a blinking amber light and a message saying no configured Airport Base Stations detected, continuing to search.
I have no doubt that it is something I am or am not doing. I have soft, hard and Factory reset the TC, reset the modem, changed cables, pretty much everything my tiny brain can think of.
I have looked through the support pages and follwed thier advice, with no luck.
Help please.

I can't get the AP TC to add on to an existing network in initial set up as , even though the option is available, the Airport Utility (6.3.2) doesn't seem to keep it selected, and wants to create a new network.
"Add" would be used for a wireless connection....and you indicate that you are using Ethernet to connect the existing modem/router and Time Capsule together....so the correct setup would be to create a new network using the exact same wireless network name and password as your existing network.
Connect an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN <--> ports on the current modem/router to the WAN "O" port on the Time Capsule.
Here, I am assuming that the TC will be located at least a room or two away from your main wireless router. If it is located any closer, there will likely be wireless interference issues between the two routers. The wired connection between the modem/router and Time Capsule must be maintained.
AirPort Utility will suggest a setup that looks somewhat like this.....except you will see a Time Capsule instead of an AirPort Express as illustrated below:
Network Name would be the name of your existing wireless networik
Base Station Name is a device name that you want to call your Time Capsule
Password is the wireless password of your existing wireless network
Verify confirms that password
Click Next and the setup utility will auto configure things for you in a minute or two
When you see the message indicating Setup Complete, click Done and you should have a green light on the TC.

Using Airport via Ethernet then dial-up airport...?

Okay, so I know I'm not crazy. Ages ago I helped my father set up his Airport (Snow) to his DSL. During that setup process I remember having the option, in the airport admin utility, to use that airport for dialing up abroad...
In other words (I dont know how best to articulate this).... I could plug a phone line into the airport (which was already connected to broadband) and go anywhere else in the world with my lap top and dial up to the phone number which was plugged into the modem port of the airport. The airport would take its connection via ethernet and broadcast it via dial-up to me anywhere in the world. Therefore it was kind of like using my airport as a mini dial-up ISP.
Am I crazy for remembering this...? It was a while ago, but I have recently seen this as being a handy tool for me. My cell phone has bluetooth and so does my macbook pro. It would be really cool to be able to dial up to the old graphite airport im using to do the same thing anywhere i go... Are there only certain airports that can do this?
If anyone has any ideas it would be greatly appreciated...
Thanks a bunch,
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You memory is correct - this was a feature available on older model Airport Base Stations that had a built in dialup modem. However, none of the "Airport Extreme Base Station 802.11n" models now being sold have a built in dialup modem. The last Airport Extreme Base Station model to have a built in dialup modem was part number M8799LL/A - you can still find new but old stock of this model from retailers other than Apple.

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