Best Compatible Ethernet Modem for Airport Express

Hi, I'm thinking about buying an AirPort Express. I've had one before but it broke. I used it in conjunction with a D-Link modem however it would not work well if i was running more than one computer. Basically I just want a modem that is easy to set up and works great. Any Ideas?
Thanks
Rob

Hi Thanks for your reply. Basically I want to create a wireless network with the airport express to run more than one computer off. so what else would I need? Previously I used the airport express and a D-Link 300-T ADSL Modem. However I had trouble running more than one computer off it.
Thanks
Rob

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Well I think I want an ethernet modem as I don't know the differences between those and routers or whatever. I just want to access my broadband ADSL Demon account wirelessly with my AirPort Express. I'm currently 'using' an XBridgeDSL bought from the Apple store, but it's proving unreliable (I constantly have to reset it by turning the power on and off). The only other one Apple sell which seems suitable is the D-Link but that apparently only works if one computer is using the connection. Any ideas?

The only true Ethernet Modem that passes the IP address to the Express is the X-Modem but unfortunately it is as yet still not available due to manufacturing delays. However you can use an ADSL Router by switching off the distribute IP addresses in the Airport Express. The only down side to that is that you may have to configure port forwarding rules in the router if you want to do iChat AV conferencing etc.

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I am in the UK. My broadband comes down the telephone line. What modem should I use to connect to an Airport Express or Airport Extreme router?

My ISP is Demon, which is now owned by Vodafone. I telephoned Demon and was told (a) that it only supplies the Technicolor TG582n as a courtesy (b) that it supplies no other hardware (c) that I might be able to make the TG582n work in bridge mode but that Demon provides no support for that - meaning no help or advice either (d) that any router bought off-the-shelf in the UK which supports ADSL 2+ will be compatible with Demon's service and (e) that any modem which supports ADSL 2+ should also therefore work. Pressed by me for the names of routers that other clients of Demon's use, I was told that these included routers manufactured by Netgear, Cisco and Draytek but that this is not an exhaustive list.
In summary, Demon says that any off-the-shelf modem that supports ADSL 2+ should work.
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If anyone reading this post has any experience they can share, that would be very kind and much appreciated.
If any ADSL 2+ modem will do as well as another, it would be helpful to know that also.
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Which ADSL Modem for Airport Express?

OK. This is simple... or so I thought.
Here's the situation: I have just subscribed to Demon's broadband service (in the UK) and I want to create an AirPort Express wireless network in my home. I have a Windows-based laptop and an iMac G5 (with an AirPort card factory-installed) that I wish to share this connection.
I know that the USB modem that Demon supply will be useless and that I need to buy an ADSL Ethernet modem to connect to the AirPort Express base station, but can anyone advise which one I need?
I've read loads on this matter and there seems to be some controversy surrounding which ADSL Ethernet modems work with AX, especially when wishing to connect more than one computer to the conenction. I'd be really grateful if anyone could tell me which ADSL Ethernet modem to buy to fulfil my wish!
Also, any recommendations on which wireless networking adapter card to buy for my non Wi-Fi laptop to work with the above set-up?
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My flatmate and I faced exactly the same dilemma two months ago, and while I can't give you a comparison of different brands, I can tell you that we ended up buying a SafeCom modem router, which works perfectly with our airport express, providing internet connectivity to two and sometimes three laptops at the same time.
I will warn you (and you may already have discovered this) that High Street electronics stores will pretend not to know what you are asking for if you say you want an ethernet-out device; they want to sell you non-Apple wireless transmitters.
The modem router we bought was far and away the cheapest alternative on the market (at £25), which doubtless contributed to the reluctance of retailers to dig it out of the dark corners of their topmost shelves for us. The set up was a breeze (as compared with the set up for the USB modem that came with our broadband service) and we haven't had any problems at all. No interruptions of service, no slowdowns, nothing.
(I'm not sure whether my user info indicates this, but I live in the U.K.)

What is the best printer to buy for Airport Express printing?

Help! I need a new printer.
Required features:
• under $300
• multi-function (fax not required)
• auto-document feeder
• prints 2 sided
• USB to Airport Express, or itself be wireless printer--(bluetooth seems to not have the range I need: 35-60 feet)
• affordable ink
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• color printing a plus, not required.
I bought a Canon PIXMA MP780 only to discover that it is incompatible with Airport Express! The PIXMA MP750 seems an option (for printing only--Airport seems not to work with Scanning). But the 750 seems to be all but unavailable anymore.
I am considering upgrading from my old iBook G3 600mHz to a PowerBook G4, but this shouldn't make much difference regarding which printer to buy.
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Obviously I would prefer to be able to use scanning over the wireless, but I am content to plug it in directly as needed, especially if there were a second USB port on the printer.
Do you know this Brother machine you suggest? Do you recommend it? Does it have all the features I mention above?
Do you know the Canon MP750? I am told it does print through Express.
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Do you want all functions of your new all-in-one
printer be accessible over a wireless connection, or
are you content to live with wireless printing but
plugging the printer directly into your Mac's USB
port each time you want to scan something? For all
functions to work over a wireless connection you
really need a network-ready all-in-one printer - and
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real challenge (the Brother MFC-420CN is one of the
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I am looking to hook up an ethernet switch to an Airport Express to provide additional ports to connect devices such as a printer (which doesn't want to function consistently in Wi-Fi mode), and possibly a Blu-Ray player. Any problems with my thinking here?

As long as you have verified that the Ethernet port has been enabled on lthe AirPort Express, you can connect an Ethernet switch to the Express to accommodate additional Ethernet devices.
Keep in mind that your "Ethernet" connections will only support as much bandwidth as the wireless network allows. This will likely be far less than a direct wired Ethernet cable connection from the main router to the Ethernet devices.

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Hi - I have a similar issue.
I have a new macbook pro, ATV (3rd Gen) and AXn (purely for Airplay of itunes).
All three are wirelessly connected to my HG556a Huawei WiFi Router.
The Macbook pro and ATV work fine and can see each other for airplay mirroring and itunes.
The AX connects and comes up in Airport Utility (AU) and itunes shortly after you turn it on, but if you either dont use it or stop using it and switch to ATV or whatever it dissapears from itunes and AU says it cant find it. Randomly the light on the AX stays green the whole time.
I have to switch the AX off and on to get it back working again (i.e. itunes and AU can see it).
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Mini-UPS solution for Airport Express

Hello Airport community! This is my first post.
I'm wondering if anyone has had any luck with a battery backup (UPS) for Airport Express'. I have a larger UPS for my Time Capsule which is the main access point. I've hardwired this one into the network to broadcast the same network but extend the range. If the power goes off, since a number of devices are connected to the second, I'd like to have it on back up as well. However, it's installed very in a tidier manner in a smaller area – no room here for a big APC UPS.
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As a completely different kind of solution.. Although John's battery and car inverter idea is creative.. and will work..
Use an extreme or something else that is dc powered.. You can buy a cheap second hand extreme for $30-50 on ebay or whoever has your second hand market. It can even be a different brand.. tp-link, edimax etc.. most are 12v which is excellent.. then power it down the ethernet. So you don't even need a power point.
I'm wondering if anyone has had any luck with a battery backup (UPS) for Airport Express'. I have a larger UPS for my Time Capsule which is the main access point.
Plug the 12v power supply into your UPS.. with the TC.. and buy a set of injectors for ethernet..
They look like this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PoE-Power-Over-Ethernet-Injector-Splitter-Adpater-Kit-/3 60843249285?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item5403ef0685
Just a few dollars.. they passively use the extra pairs to carry power over the ethernet wiring.. you can also buy active sets but they are more expensive but keep the line at gigabit.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TP-Link-POE200-Power-over-Ethernet-Adapter-Kit-Injector- Splitter-5-9-12V-DC-Out-/181210762297?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a3100cc39
I have not hunted for cheapest but I have tried to keep price in mind.
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Many thanks for the swift response. However, there is no WAN MAC address on the box or on the device anywhere. I even used magnifying glass to find one .
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My modem is kinda dead, but still I need to keep the network running.
Is there any way to use an iPhone as modem for Airport?
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Is there any way to use an iPhone as modem for Airport?
To do this, the iPhone would need to provide a wired Ethernet signal to the AirPort Extreme. Even if this might be possible, it would require some major....and likely unsupported surgery.
Suggest that you post in the iPhone support area for questions about the iPhone.
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how do I setup PIN-based guest access for airport express?
I have a 2010 iMac OS X 10.6.8 and an Airport Express of the same era.
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Thank you for your time on this. I apologize for not giving you a more complete picture of what was going on.
I should have included that I had already performed the steps that you shared and had gotten to the place where I would enter the PIN.
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Two quick things to check using AirPort Utility on both devices:
On your "main" base station
Open AirPort Utility - click Manual Setup
Click the Wireless tab/label located just below the row of icons
There must be a check mark next to "Allow this network to be extended"
Click Update to save your changes.
If you don't see this option, you likely have an older AirPort Extreme that does not support the "extend" feature. Please clarify on the version that you have
On your AirPort Express
Open AirPort Utility - click Manual Setup
Click the Wireless tab
Wireless Mode = Extend a wireless network
Wireless Name = Same name as your main network
Check mark next to "Allow wireless clients"
Wireless Security = Same setting as your main router
Wireless Password = Same password as your main network
Confirm Password
Click Update to save settings
If you do not see the "Extend a wireless network setting", you may have an older AirPort Express, or if you are sure that you have a newer 802.11n model, try holding down the option key while you click on the selection box to see if the "Extend" setting will appear.
Assuming no major obstructions between the main router and area that needs more wireless coverage, a good starting location for the Express would be a point that is approximately half the distance between the main router and the area that needs more coverage.
As I said, this feature works very well if major obstructions do not come into play.

HT1998 what is the latest update for Airport Express 802.11n with the Mac OSX10.6.8

what is the latest update for Airport Express 802.11n with Mac OSX 10.6.8?

You can find out as follows:
Open Macintosh HD > Applications > Utilities > AirPort Utility
Click the AirPort Express
Click Manual Setup
Click directly on the word Version (3rd line)
If there are any updates, you will be notified.
If there are not any updates, you have already have the latest firmware.

Bridge mode for Airport Express or DSL modem?

I bought a new DSL modem (Netgear Broadband ADSL modem DM111PSP) to replace my old Westell. I also bought the new Aiport Express station (2012 model) to create the WiFI network at home. At the moment, the AE is in Bridge mode so that the DSL modem is on PPPoE to be the one assigning IP's for 3 portable Macs (2 on Wifi and 1 on Powerline->Ethernet). My ISP is AT&T.
I wonder if anyone can answer my following questions:
1) When Apple claims that the AE can support up to 50 concurrent users using the Internet, does that also apply to the AE in Bridge mode?
2) Can my ISP detect the fact that I have 3 computers with the current setup and start charging me more?
3) What will happen if I put the modem in Bridge mode and AE in PPPoE? Can my ISP still track the same info in (2)?
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I thought AE cannot assign IP's once in Bridge mode.
That is correct. DHCP and NAT services are turned off when the AirPort Is configured in Bridge Mode.
If both modem and AE assign IP, would that create 'Double NAT' error?
Correct. Either the modem/router has to be in Bridge Mode and the AirPort handles DHCP and NAT.....or.....the modem/router handles DHCP and NAT and the AirPort is set up in Bridge Mode.
There are upsides and downsides to either approach. The simplest setup is to let the modem/router handle DHCP and NAT and configure the AirPort in Bridge Mode.
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Which Ethernet DSL Modem for Airport Extreme?

I was lucky enough to receive an Airport Extreme Base Station for Christmas and would like to know opinions and experiences with DSL Ethernet Modems and which are compatible. Most seem to have a download bandwidth limit of 8Mbps which is what I currently receive but eventually I would hope to get a higher speed without having to replace the modem again.
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As a disclaimer, I reside in New Zealand, but the findings should still bear relevance.
I have used Alcatel (also marketed under the 'Thomson' name) ADSL modems for the last 7-8 years, and haven't had an issue. One of the reasons I choose Alcatel is they are the leading manufacturer of the DSLAMs which sit on the ISPs side of the connection.
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