Do i need airport express if i have an imac?
Will an airport express provide faster wireless than an imac as wireless router?
Yes-- the multi-channel (2.4 and 5) support. Here's my situation: On the wireless network I have a iPhone, iPad, and an Apple TV shared off my iMac.
Will I get speedier wifi through an AeX vice the iMac? Thanks again!
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Do I Need Airport Express If Both My iMac and MacBook Have Airport Cards
Just ordered a new MacBook that has a built-in airport card. Also will be using my good old iMac (both running Leopard 10.5.6). Since both computers have the built-in airport cards, do I still need Airport Express so I can use a WiFi network? I've already set up an Airport WiFi network on my iMac so I can WiFi my iPod touch. Isn't it the same principle? Hate to waste money if I don't have to. Also, I've got another iMac in the house that also has an Airport card (also running 10.5.6). It's in the shop for repair now so I can't try this out to see if it works - but can I simply turn on airport and internet sharing on that mac and let it use the WiFi network already set up on my other mac? Hmmm??? Thanks for any help.
Basically what you have done is utilize OS X's Internet Sharing feature on your iMac. This turns your iMac into a "software" router. In this case, you MacBook (& other wireless clients) can access the Internet through the iMac so you do not need to get a hardware router, like an Express or Extreme base station in order to do so. The only constraint is that the iMac must be on for this to work.
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If I have airport extreme do I need airport express?
I want to add wireless printers to my network. I use airport extreme already. Do I also need Airport Express?
You could also buy any non-wifi printer, hook it up to Airport Express via USB. It has its merits.
You get some benefits:
you get an audio out on AEX, in case you want to run some speakers in the area where your printer is located
AEX (in bridged mode) will extend your signal coverage in the area, so your WiFi coverage gets wider around your house
If you use a hub on AEX, you could hook up a printer and an external drive to it
You would set up the AEX in Airport Utility, which you already know, so there would be no other software to learn
Airport Express costs on apple refurb store only $69. -
I can't print wirelessly using Airport Express. I have my HP printer connected to a USB hub, and the hub to the Airport Express, but when I select the HP from the printer list, my MacBook says the printer is "off-line" - even when it is not. I've tried several USB connectors, and several different ports on my USB hub; same result. I need to have the HP connected to the hub 'cause from there it's connected to our desktop Mac.
Hi,
I am currently replying to this as it shows in the iChat Community.
I have asked the Hosts to move it to Snow Leopard (you should not lose contact with it through any email links you get)
I also don't do Wirelss printing so I can't actaully help either.
10:01 PM Friday; July 29, 2011
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Is there a way to turn the wireless capabilities off on an AirPort Express? I have an AirPort Extreme as my main router and use the express to just extend it. I only really want to you use the express for hard ethernet connections. For whatever reason when I have my express extend my wifi at home the download speed from just the express is absolutely terrible, drops to about 1.5 mb compared to when it's on the extremes part of the network the speed goes up to 50-75mb. These terrible download speed really only affects the iPhones as my MacBook Pro usually gets the good speed no matter where it is. I don't believe there is anything wrong with my phone because if I am in the part of the house that uses just the extreme the download speeds on the iphone goes up to 50-75mb. As a note I have an AirPort Extreme on the top floor of my house (second floor) that's where my modem is located. On the first floor that's where one airport express is located. I also have another airport express in the basement that is accessed by my landlord. Any thoughts on how to fix this would be helpful.
Is there a way to turn the wireless capabilities off on an AirPort Express? I have an AirPort Extreme as my main router and use the express to just extend it. I only really want to you use the express for hard ethernet connections.
It appears that your networking goals with the AirPort Express is to use it as a wireless Ethernet bridge instead of using it to extend the wireless range of your AirPort Extreme. The latter requires that the Express Wi-Fi radios be enabled.
If you intended to use the Express as a wireless bridge, you just need to reconfigure it to "Join a wireless" network instead of "Extend a wireless network."
For whatever reason when I have my express extend my wifi at home the download speed from just the express is absolutely terrible, drops to about 1.5 mb compared to when it's on the extremes part of the network the speed goes up to 50-75mb.
In an extended network, the placement of the extending base station is critical as it can only extend the wireless network at the bandwidth at which it receives it.
Please check out the following AirPort User Tip for details on optimal base station placement. -
i want to play contents from macbook pro to B&W zeppelin air wirelessly,set up is done but can't see airplay button in iTunes,do i need airport express?why?please help.
There are at least 3 versions:
http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/Support/Support/iPod_and_Computer_Speakers/Overv iew.html
Original Zeppelin - I've had this for several years.
http://bowersandwilkins.custhelp.com/app/home/p/6,26
Zeppelin Mini.
http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/iPod_and_Computer_Speakers/iPod_and_Computer_Spe akers/Zeppelin_Mini/Overview.html
Zeppelin with Airplay.
http://www.bowers-wilkins.co.uk/iPod_and_Computer_Speakers/iPod_and_Computer_Spe akers/Zeppelin_Air/
(I wouldn't regard the MM-1 as a Zeppelin but not sure if B&W call it that).
I can't do much more to convince you!
You could always update that wiki
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How do I enter my existing 26 character wep network key on my airport express. I have tried using a preceding $ to no avail
The WEP standard provides support for either:
A 10 hexidecimal digit or 5 ASCII character key for 40-bit WEP, OR
A 26 hexidecimal digit or 13 ASCII character key for 128-bit WEP
In order to make things easier, vendors use certain algorithms to convert simple alphanumeric passwords (or passphrases) into HEX keys, thus enabling the use of simple easy to remember WEP password rather than lengthy HEX keys. The problem is that different vendors use different algorithms to generate the HEX key and therefore a ASCII password on an AirPort Express will be hashed differently than on a non-Apple client and vice versa.
In addition, the 802.11n AirPorts do NOT support either 40-bit or 128-bit WEP in the "n" Radio Mode. You will have to switch to one of the non-"n" modes to access these wireless security options.
When operating in 802.11n, the only WEP option is the WEP (Transitional Network Security) mode. Note: This mode only supports using 13 ASCII character keys. This would be the reason that you are not able to enter a 26 hexidecimal digit key.
You may find the following Apple Support article helpful: AirPort: Joining an encrypted WEP or WPA Wi-Fi Network -
I'm using iTunes 9 and I recently just bought AirPort Express. I have used it before in the past put the problem I have now is that I cannot select the Express network for my speakers. Does Airport Express only work with iTunes 10 or 11?
Hello Hornet12,
Indeed, iTunes 10.2 or later will be required to utilize AirPlay.
Using AirPlay
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4437
AirPlay requirements and capabilities
To get full AirPlay features, make sure your AirPlay-enabled devices are running the latest software updates. The table below identifies minimum AirPlay requirements and capabilities:
Stream content from
Requirement
Notes
iPad
iOS 4.3 or later.1
From the Videos, iPod, Photos, Music, and YouTube apps on iOS devices, stream videos, music, and photos to an Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation), or stream music to an AirPort Express or compatible third-party device.
With iOS 4.3 and later, you can also stream video and audio from a website or a third-party app installed on your iOS device if the developer for the app or website has added AirPlay functionality.
iPhone (3GS or later)
iPod touch
(2nd generation or later)
Computer
iTunes 10.2 or later.
Stream videos and music from your iTunes library to an Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation), or music to an AirPort Express or compatible third-party device.
Apple TV
Apple TV software version 5.1 or later.
Stream music from your Apple TV to another Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation), to an AirPort Express or compatible third-party device.
Cheers,
Allen -
Do I still need airport express
Once I get time capsule do I still need airport express..
You can just unplug the express and use the Uverse wireless or ethernet directly to it.
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I have a macbook and its hooked into my airport express. I get on the internet through my network with no problem. Now I have a pc that says its connected to my network through airport express, yet I can't get on the internet with it - its around 5 years old with Windows XP. What should be adjusted on the pc ?
I have a macbook and its hooked into my airport express. I get on the internet through my network with no problem. Now I have a pc that says its connected to my network through airport express, yet I can't get on the internet with it - its around 5 years old with Windows XP. What should be adjusted on the pc ?
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I have Ethernet in the house and an Wifi that do not cover the whole house. I do not get it to work. I have tried to get it into my network and it get connected via the WiFi but not the Ethernet. Also when it gives a green light I cannot see that it is giving any signals to my devices (iPhone etc).
You need to pay attention to something, while extending your network with the latest AirPort Express upgrade, your devices will be connected to it except your iPhone, you'll see your iPhone always connected to the capsule instead, even if you're at 1 foot from the AirPort Express.
You need to change the radio settings from automatic to 802.11a - 802.11b/g on your capsule, then I put it back to the default settings...
Now in the AirPort utility you should see your iPhone connected to the AirPort -
Is there a practical limit to the number of airport extreme base stations and airport express units one should have in a home network?
Then, I had an older Airport extreme that I was thinking about connecting wirelessly in my living room and connecting the DirectV DVR to it by ethernet cable.
Is this older AirPort Extreme the "round" version or the "square" shaped version? The "round" version will not do what you want.
Whenever you extend an AirPort using wireless only, you will experience a loss of bandwidth (speed) on the entire network. That loss might be anywhere from 15-50% depending on how far the extending AirPort device is located from the "main" AirPort.
Even with an excellent signal, if you have 3 AirPorts extending the signal, you will lose 40-50% of the bandwidth on the network. The other AirPorts that are being used just for music are also slowing things down.
He thought there might be problems with using that third airport with the DVR and wondered if I should just use an Airport express there.
It would make no difference whether you used an AirPort Extreme....assuming it was the "square" version or a new AirPort Express as far as performance is concerned.
As to whether you connect the DVR to another AirPort, it might be OK, but you will not know until you try.
If you find that things slow down noticeably, you will need to look for ways to connect the AirPorts together using a wired Ethernet connection. This is always the preferred connection method since there is no bandwidth loss when you do this.
Since downloading video places a high demand on a wireless network, you might want to look for a way to connect the DVR back to your "main" router directly using a wired Ethernet connection as well. -
i am trying to setup an airport express wirelessly. can this be done or do i have to have an ethernet cable pluged into it?
You can set up the Express using AirPort Utility and wireless only, but you must first log on to the default network that the Expess provides.....Apple Network xxxxxx....and then open AirPort Utility.
No password is required.
For most users, the Ethernet cable method is simpler....if you have a spare Ethernet cable handy. -
Thank you for any suggestions
My frustration stems from the fact that the devices haven't stopped working.
Neither have any of my Apple devices, the oldest of which dates back to 1985, and some of which remain in daily use with Macs running Mavericks. They have plenty of moving parts, too.
I gather you would be thrilled if your Express were to have simply have stopped working some time ago. If you are waiting for it to die, you may have a very, very long wait.
They are quite capable of continuing to fill their function.
So do OS X Panther, Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Lion, and Mountain Lion. All those operating systems are quite capable of administering your original AirPort Express. Use one of them, as I explained in my original reply to this Discussion.
Even if you were to consider your old Express fully depreciated, which it is not, it cost you all of about 25¢ a week to enjoy the benefits of using it. If you consider such an expense unwarranted, you ought to reevaluate what you consider an essential expense, and what does not. -
When I use my airport express to listen to iTunes in the garage, the computer won't wake up by pressing a key, I have to reach behind the computer and hold down the power button and restart to get a screen. This only happens in the garage which has a newer express than the rest of the rooms. Version 7 vs 6 as I recall. I've check ed updates, but it shows updates are all complete.
Any suggestions would be great.
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