Ethernet/Airport Extreme

I have a new iMac with airport express and my old computer is a PC connected directly to DSL Modem which is also wireless. Once all my software and file migraton is comlete I plan to retire the PC. At that tiem I will connect the printer directly to the iMac.
The iMac as soon as it was turned on found the wireless network and signed on. Printing file sharing and access to another mac in the hosue is all working. When I retire the PC does it make sense to connect the iMac directly to the DSL modem with an ethernet cable since the airport will be on anyway...would performace be better via the hard wire?
iMac Mac OS X (10.4.7) 500GB HD ; 2GB ram; 2.33mhrz dual intel chip;SuperDrive-PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K06:

When I retire the PC does it make sense to connect the iMac directly to the DSL modem with an ethernet cable since the airport will be on anyway...would performace be better via the hard wire?
The wireless network is typically faster than a broadband connection.

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Ethernet/Airport Extreme Conflict?

I just set up a new Mac Pro computer. I have a cable modem via Time Warner using a SMC Modem/Router. I have 5 fixed ip addresses. If I connect my MacPro directly it works great.
However, I connect my Modem/Router to my Airport Extreme. I have a PC, Macbook Pro, iMac and now a Mac Pro connected using one fixed ip for the Airport and DHCP for the other computers. The other computers see each other just fine. However, the Mac Pro cannot see the network with the Ethernet directly connected to the SMC Modem/Router. It does however connect directly to the internet without problem. I am using a different fixed ip address for the Ethernet direct connect and the Airport Extreme.
I have spoken with Apple Care and they can't figure it out.
Obviously it is something in the configuration of the MacPro and/or Airport Extreme.
HELP!
thanks,
GM
Mac Pro Mac OS X (10.4.9)

Hi,
I have a new MacPro, connected via DHCP to my Airport. On top, I connected my Powerbook via Ethernet-1 port (peer-to-peer, fixed IP on both computers, router/DNS server entry on MacPro set to fixed IP), for obtaing high data rate for backup reasons. All in network environment 'automatic'.
Afterwards, connection to the Powerbook worked fine, connection via AirPort worked for IP URLs like http://192.168.1.1, but not to name based URL's (like http://www.apple.com) towards the internet.
Removing the DNS server entry within Ethernet-1 made the internet access via Airport working again.
Maybe this does not hit your problem. But it may be a clue?
Stefan

How to setup a network with a time capsule, airport extreme and an airport express?

Hello.
First I want to make it clear all my knowledge off wireless networks is going on forums on the internet, before a couple of months ago I didn't realize wireless networking was so intricate so forgive my lack of experience.
I just bought a time capsule (today, 4th generation), I have an airport extreme bought in January 2011 (they just got refreshed so mine is now one generation old) and the same with my airport express (bought in January).
I originally bought the airport extreme and setup a wireless network using the dual band setup. I have no issues with the 5ghz network and most of my devices run on wireless n so I had no issues with them. my only two wireless devices that can not use the 5ghz network is my iPhone 4's which use wireless n but it has to use the 2.4ghz signal. Problem is in my apartment I am bombarded with other peoples 2.4ghz networks so my signal is terrible 10-15 feet from the airport extreme. Near my extreme I am getting signal ranges around 15mb to 20 mb. When Im about 15 minutes away in my bedroom (so one wall in between) my signal plummets to 1-2 mb. sometimes as low as 0.17mb which is not good. I got the airport express to extend my range and placed it in my bedroom. . After setting up the airport express the signal still was terrible. I researched and realized that if the signal strength ***** then the airport express cant boost the signal as much which makes sense in hind sight. I then researched setting up a roaming network or a WDS network. Per research a WDS network was not recommended b/c I was not using a wireless g network. I attempted to create a roaming network and then realized that you can not use an airport express in a roaming network. This has led me to now buy a time capsule.
First, in my setup do I or should I have the time capsule as the primary? I believe its more powerful than the airport extreme but Im not sure if that matters in a network that is distributing wifi from ethernet (thats how I am connected the extreme and the time capsule)
so can I do
cable modem ETHERNET Airport extreme(in the living room where its always been and works great in that immediate area) (3rd generation) ETHERNET Time Capsule(in the bedroom where I usually get poor signal) (4th gen) and then an airport express connecting to the 2.4ghz signal in the bedroom where the time capsule also is EXTENDING the wireless range?
or should it be the time capsule first bc its more powerful?
I tried setting up this setup and everything is green but I don't know if what I am doing is actually working on full cylinders b/c I am confused on some aspects. mainly on the airport extreme which is the primary device I have under the wireless tab selected create a wireless network and on the time capsule it also is on create a wireless network with the network name being exactly the same. Should it be changed to extend a wireless network? and then bridge mode? Should I have different channels for the different devices that are on 2.4ghz?
I am open to hear ANY suggestions, or ideas to improve my setup. PLEASE PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!, lol its been 5 long months of poor internet in my bedroom where my wife has her setup with a roku box and wifi tv (I have those hardwired for now) but mainly for her iPad and iPhone b/c its so bad sometimes she has to turn wifi off and use 3G. I have same issue in my bathroom, sometimes Im getting decent signal and sometimes its so bad I can't open the link on an RSS feed in safari which I have to assume doesn't require that much bandwith?
I have no wireless g devices. The only device I need 2.4ghz for is my iPhone 4's but they both use n also. All my other deivices connect on 5ghz and my 5ghz network is decent, a lot better than the 2.4ghz network atleast.

You wrote so much that I find it hard to address all your concerns. However, here are some thoughts:
1) I'd configure the Time Capsule as the "main" router, connected directly to your cable modem. Configure it to "create a wireless network" and to "Allow this network to be extended". Configure the other devices to "Extend a wireless network".
2) Put any device that's extending the network half way between the main router and the wireless clients. If the signal from the main router is weak at the cllient's location, then the extending device will also receive a weak signal.

Extended Airport Extreme 802.11ac - Slow Wi-Fi

Hi All..
I have a rather frustrating scenerio here and could do with a few pointers as things arn't going my way
I recently purchased two new AP 802.11ac for my home network, setup as follows: -
Sky Modem 20Mbps
IP 192.168.0.1
DHCP
Ethernet
Airport Extreme 802.11ac (Downstairs) Version 7.7.1
Static IP 192.168.0.20 - Reserved at Modem
DNS 192.168.0.1 - Not sure if this should point to modem, advice here if possible
DNS 8.8.8.8
Wirless on, secured by WPA2, also guest network
Ethernet
Airport Extreme 2010 (Downstairs) Version 7.6.4
Static IP 192.168.0.40 - Reserved at Modem
DNS 192.168.0.1 - Not sure if this should point to modem, advice here if possible
DNS 8.8.8.8
Wireless
Airport Extreme 802.11ac (Upstairs) Version 7.7.1
Static IP 192.168.0.30 - Reserved at Modem
DNS 192.168.0.1 - Not sure if this should point to modem, advice here if possible
DNS 8.8.8.8
Wirless set Extending the above network, secured by WPA2, also guest network
Ethernet
iMac 27" 2011 (Upstairs)
Static IP 192.168.0.31 - Reserved at Modem
DNS 192.168.0.1 - Not sure if this should point to modem, advice here if possible
DNS 8.8.8.8
Running OSX Server 2.2.1 (169)
So.. I understand there are many many factors here but my issues are that the iMac (Server) downloads at the expeteced rate of 19Mbps, however anything on wirless pulls around 4Mbps at best and file transfer between the iMac and Macbook Pro (Wireless) not really happening.. This is also the case for all other clients connected to the Wireless networks (5GHz, 2.5GHz and Guest).. In fact, guest network has no connection at all...
I don't think that any of my devices has the AC ability if that matters..
Further details from 'Option + Wi-Fi Icon' on Macbook Pro :-
PHY Mode 802.11m
Channel 100 (DFS, 5 GHz)
Security: WPA2 Personal
RSSI -70
Transmit Rate: 108
MCS Index: 11
I appreciate this is probably an odd setup, but any help would be appreciated..

Ok... netspeed just resolved itself across the wirless back up ro 19Mbps..
However, file transfer between the iMac and Wireless Macbook is around 5Mbps only, any ideas?
Any feedback on the dns would also be appreciated though!

Apple TV often drops connection with AirPort Extreme and Express stations

Here's my setup:
- Mac Pro in basement office connected to AirPort Extreme (802.11n) station via Ethernet
- AirPort Extreme station running WPA/WPA2 security and 802.11n (b/g compatible)
- AirPort Express station across basement room connected to stereo expressly for AirTunes purposes
- Apple TV and MacBook Pro on house ground floor, both connecting to the network via WiFi
(unless specified, the software and firmware in my devices is all extremely up to date. I write about Apple news for a living so I know when the updates land and install all of them almost immediately)
Here's what's going wrong:
Since I have one of the first gen Apple TVs with a 40GB hard drive but a 100GB iTunes library, I use streaming almost 100% of the time. The Apple TV can usually connect to my iTunes library for streaming via WiFi, but if the AirPort Express (a b/g device, mind you) is active on the network, the Apple TV and even my MacBook Pro get booted off the network usually between 12-24 hours, if not 48. Sometimes WiFi seems to work itself out and I can get the MacBook Pro back online, sometimes it even needs a full restart, as Mac OS X will start giving me nothing but "there was an error trying to join this network" warnings. Just as frustrating though, the Apple TV getting booted off means I need go through the whole tedious process of connecting it to WiFi again (it doesn't remember the password for some stupid reason), and then manually surfing again through the Sources list just to get back to streaming my media.
What the heck is going on? Is it the kind of security I'm running? Should I try WEP or... none at all? I would try "downgrading" the Extreme station's network type to only b/g (excluding n entirely), but I don't see that option in the radio settings anymore; it's all just flavors 802.11n now. When I set up the AirPort Express to connect to the network just for AirTunes streaming to the stereo, I used the setup wizard that the AirPort Utility provides. Should I attach it a different way? Perhaps manually set it to "participate in a WDS network" or "extend a wireless network?"
Any thoughts or similar experiences are very, very appreciated. My wife and I love this setup, but its unreliability is really getting on my nerves. Thanks in advance.
Message was edited by: bedoughty

Firstly, the easiest bit (although I don't believe you need to do this):
I would try "downgrading" the Extreme station's network type to only b/g (excluding n entirely), but I don't see that option in the radio settings anymore
You will get additional settings if you hold down the option key while browsing the radio settings drop down menu.
Moving on: Unfortunately a dropped connections seems to be a problem with umpteen causes and not only is it difficult to troubleshoot with someone in a forum it can also be made even more difficult because many problems are associated with network settings on a router that the person who is trying to help is unfamiliar with.
However you seem to be convinced your problems arise when your express is running which may narrow things down a little if correct, if not it may actually lead us away from the answer to your issue.
Is it the kind of security I'm running? Should I try WEP or... none at all?
I use WPA and have no problems (password = 8 Characters)
Should I attach it a different way? Perhaps manually set it to "participate in a WDS network" or "extend a wireless network?
I have my expresses set to participate in a WDS network, but that's because I use them for other things other than itunes, I would have thought 'join a network' would be fine.
You could check that all your devices are using independent IP addresses and all are using the same subnet. You could also check that no two devices have the same mac address, I've been told a million times this can't happen, but I've seen it. You may be wise to check these things before and after your devices have been 'kicked off the network", you may even want to write them down to see if any are changing.

Most efficient way to connect 2 x Airport Extremes & 1 x TC

Recently purchased the new Airport Extreme and would like to most efficiently connect that to my existing home network, which consists of Airport Extreme (gen. 4) and Time Capsule (gen. 4).
Current setup is as follows:
Wall cable --> modem --> (ethernet) Airport Extreme 1 (gen. 6) --> (WiFi) Airport Extreme 2 (gen. 4) & (WiFi) Time Capsule (gen.4)
Wondering if its possible, and would it make data transmission stronger/faster, to connect APE2 and TC together with a ethernet cable in each LAN port? I live in a 2-story house and have both APEs opposite ends of the house.
Also, is it possible to make the TC only a Time machine without WiFi routing? Thank you.

Connecting the 2 routers by ethernet is roaming, right?
Right, and it's the ideal way to build wireless networks with a large service area.
A "wirelessly extended" network - in which a second or third access point joins the network wirelessly - is a compromise of limited utility. The base station that connects wirelessly can only "extend" the signal it receives; it can't improve upon it. An Ethernet cable obviates that limitation.
Don't rule out the possibility so quickly. As long as your dwelling doesn't use solid rock walls for example, and you own it, installing an Ethernet cable with wall receptacles can easily be accomplished by a qualified electrician at a cost you may find surprisingly affordable. Or, you can do it yourself. The parts required are inexpensive.
Another option is to use something called "powerline adapters". They have their own caveats and limitations and don't work in all circumstances. They're not cheap either since you will need at least one pair, but the labor to install them is nil.

Slingbox needs to be "On" for my Airport Extreme to put out Wi-Fi?

I have a SlngBox (device used to transmit your incoming TV signal to the interenet for remote viewing). The problem I am having is that after plugging the SlingBox into my Airport Extreme via ethernet, my airport extreme no longer transmits interenet through Wi-Fi UNLESS I have my slingbox "On"... Here's the setup: Cable Modem <ethernet> Airport Extreme <ethernet> SlingBox.
My Mac and iPhone seem to be connected to the Airport Extreme via Wi-Fi, but there is NO internet signal UNLESS my SlingBox is turned "On"....Does anyone have any idea why this might be happening and how I might be able to fix it? Thanks!

You can install AirPort Utility on either a Mac or PC, but there would be no reason to make any changes to your existing configuration on the AirPort Extreme unless you need to do so.
Download files are here:
http://support.apple.com/downloads/#airport

Slingbox and Airport Extreme

Hi there,
I just bought a new Airport Extreme router, and I am trying to get my Slingbox Classic set up on it. I am not figuring this out, so I thought I would post a question about it. Hopefully somebody out there has had this problem and figured out a way to resolve it.
Here's how I set it up:
First, I created a DHCP reservation for the Slingbox. I have the MAC address of 00:13:b6:01:xx:xx setup to be forwarded to 192.168.1.3.
Next, I set up my port mapping to forward Public UDP and TCP port 5001 to 192.168.1.3. Those ports are send to Private UDP and TCP ports 5001.
But here's the thing, when I look at the logged in DHCP clients that are logged in, the Slingbox doesn't show up. Also, when I run the Slingbox client it can't find the Slingbox (which is what I would expect if the Slingbox weren't logged in).
So what am I missing here? Why isn't this working?
Thanks!
Robert--

Valid for Airport Utility.app v 5.2.1.
"AEBS" is the Gigabit Ethernet Airport Extreme, MAC 00:1c:b3:ad:a8:38
"Remote" is the older mushroom-shaped Airport Extreme, MAC 00:03:93:eb:a9:89
• Configuring the AEBS. Best to do this connected via ethernet. Some flakey things happen using either airport-connected Macs.
Airport: Wireless: Wireless Mode: Participate in a WDS network
Airport: WDS: WDS Mode: WDS main
Airport: WDS: Allow wireless clients: Checked
Airport: WDS: WDS Remotes: add the remote (00:03:93:eb:a9:89)
Airport: Access: MAC Address Access Control: Timed Access (because wireless security is OF)
(default) Never
00:11:24:6E:ED:7E G5 Every Day, All Day
00:13:B6:02:51:27 Slingbox Every Day, All Day
00:03:93:EB:A9:89 WDS Remote Every Day, All Day
Internet: DHCP: DHCP Range: 10.0.1.1.x
Internet: DHCP: DHCP Reservations:
10.0.1.5 Remote 00:03:93:EB:A9:89
10.0.1.6 Slingbox 00:13:b6:02:51:27 (You will NOT see this device as an AEBS wireless client, but you use this IP address for port mapping)
Internet: NAT: Enable default host at: unchecked
Internet: NAT: Enable NAT Port Mapping Protocol: checked
Advanced: Port Mapping: Allow: Remote: all ports are 5001; Private IP Address is 10.0.1.6
• Configuring the Remote. Initially I had to do this with an ethernet connection to my G5; after configured it showed up in Airport Utility along with AEBS.
Airport: Wireless: Wireless Mode: Participate in a WDS network
Airport: Wireless: Wireless Security: None
Airport: WDS: WDS Mode: WDS remote
Airport: WDS: Allow wireless clients: Checked
Airport: WDS: WDS Main: 00:1C:B3:AD:A8:38
Airport: Access: MAC Address Access Control: Not Enabled
Internet: Internet Connection: Configure IPv4: Using DHCP
Internet: Internet Connection: Ethernet WAN Port: Automatic (Default)
Internet: Internet Connection: Connection Sharing: Off (Bridge Mode)
Any Remote settings not listed were probably the defaults, since I configured it after a reset.
• Finally, I had to connect the Remote Airport to the WDS Main via ethernet cable to get the latter to recognize the Remote. Once that was done it recognized it wirelessly.
To configure the Slingbox, Open Slingplayer, and use the Slingbox Menu.

How do I add an airport extreme to a cable modem with only one ethernet port, while keeping that port connected to my Mac?

I have a mac pro connected by ethernet to a cable modem via ethernet. There is only one ethernet port on the modem.
I want to keep the Mac connected via ethernet for speed. Is there a way that I can add an airport extreme to this set up - for my ipad and roku, and for guests to use - or do I need to buy a router to put between the modem and the mac?
If I need a router, what kind?
Thanks.

The modem connects to the WAN "O" port on an AirPort Extreme router.
The Mac Pro connects to one of the three LAN <-> ports on the AirPort Extreme router.
Or if you do not need the ability to connect a hard drive to the USB port on the router, you can save a bit by using an AirPort Express.
The modem connects to the WAN "O" port, the Mac Pro connects to the LAN <-> port
Either the AirPort Extreme router or AirPort Express router will allow up to 50 wireless device to connect.
There are many other wireless modems offered by other manufacturers as well.

How to set up my airport extreme to share my net connection. i have a ethernet cable from my isp which when i use in my mac, i have to enter username

I access net through ethernet cable from my isp. so i just plug in the cable in my mac and in the browser it put the username & password. now i want to use my airport express to create a wireless network so i can access net from ipad and mac simultaneously. when i use airport express both my mac & ipad gets connected to airp exp but each of them ask for isp's username and password. i can only login from either one of them and access net in that one only. Pls advice???

To allow your Mac to "see" the HDD attached to an AirPort Extreme Base Station (AEBS) that is configured as a bridge, just be sure to assign a static Private IP address to the AEBS. By default the AEBS is a DHCP client and will get a dynamic IP address from the upstream router that is acting as the DHCP server. Since this address can change over time, it would make it more difficult for network clients to find the HDD.

Can't find printer connected by ethernet through airport extreme. All I get is a generic error message - I'm using printer IP address as address.

Old imac using snow leopard printed just fine to Ricoh cl2000n printer that is connected to airport extreme via ethernet (as was the imac). New iMac with Lion otherwise same cable configuration and the computer cannot find the printer. It searchs and spits out a generic error message. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Is your printer listed?
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3669
If not then you need to get the driver and install it.
Otherwise you may want to reset the printing system.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1341

How to connect a pc via Ethernet to an Airport Extreme

For about a year I have had an Airport Extreme running my iBook laptop on wifi and the iMac on Ethernet. I also have an IBM Thinkpad (T/P) running Windows 2000 which I wanted to connect via Ethernet cable to the AE and get on the internet to use various ham radio applications written for peecee's only. So far I have not been able to get the T/P to connect to the web, trying every way to get the thing to connect. The T/P is a second hand unit from work and I have no manual for it. There is also little documentation in the AE booklet concerning Ethernet and non-Mac gear. Does anyone have a suggestion as to how I can make this work, or another website that may have more specific info?
Message was edited by: bob.c

You are absolutely right about nothing with Windows being easy..... The ethernet cable is plugged in and I went to Network Connections and followed the wizard. Now I have a small icon on the right side of the bottom bar, looks like two computer screens but only one is green. A right click on it says the local area network is connected and sending 100 Mbps but receiving zero. If I go to Tools/Internet options, I can go thru the Internet Connection wizard for setting up a LAN. One of the pages asks to configure the proxy settings and has two choices: automatic discovery or "Use automatic configuration script" with a box labeled "Address". I don't know what to put in this address but have tried the IP address and the router address: no joy.There is also a check box for Manual Proxy server and I have tried both Yes and No....again, no joy. It's as though the T/P sees the internet doorway but can't bring anything back thru the door! Any further ideas sure would help. Thanks!

Airport Extreme set-up - Ethernet connection ok but wifi connection doesn't see the internet

I'm trying to set-up a new (5th Gen) Airport Extreme 802.11n Wi-Fi to replace an existing TRENDnet router.
It's connected to a Motorola cable modem with Optimum internet service.
When I hard wire my laptop (Windows) through ethernet I get internet access. However when I try to connect via wi-fi on the laptop the Airport Utility displays 2 errors: Internet not available and No DNS server.
When I try to connect my ipad, when I select the Wi-fi network I see the network and it tries to connect but continues to cycle, with the wi-fi icon appearing in the top line then disappearing before returning. In the Airport utility on the iPad I see the same issues listed as on the laptop.
In the airport utility under the internet connection, "Connect using" is set to "ethernet" and "connection sharing" is set to "Off(Bridge mode)"
Appreciate any help.
thanks

I would recommend that you do the following as a minimum:
Power-down the modem, AirPort base station, and computer(s).
While all of the devices are powered-down, perform a "factory default" reset on the base station. This will get it back to its "out-of-the-box" configuration and make setting it up much easier, especially if you use the "Assist me" process within the AirPort Utility. (ref: Resetting an AirPort Base Station or Time Capsule)
After the base station resets, go ahead and power it back down.
Power-up the modem; wait at least 10-15 minutes.
Power-up the base station; wait at least 5-10 minutes.
Power-up your computer(s).
In this basic configuration, computers connected to the base station, either by wire or wireless (as appropriate for the base station type), should now be able to access the Internet through the ISP's modem. Once Internet connectivity has been verified, you can use the AirPort Utility to configure the base station for wireless security and any other desired options.

We have an airport extreme wifi in house, but also want to set up a hardwired ethernet connection for gaming and streaming of netflix. The computer only sees one or the other not both at same time.

We have a new iMac 2.9ghz and are running an airport extreme set up in house with several express entenders. The problem is that our son is streaming netflix and doing on line gaming and hogging all the band width. Time Warner tech suggested a hard wired ethernet connection to computer base sattion next to computer so that it can have direct conenction to internet. After much fishing of wire the connection worked great, but the wifi connection for the house is gone. I unplugged the ethernet connection and everything is fine. I read the articles about adjusting network preferences, but the issue seems to be in the extreme not in the computer. the connection goes from cable modem to extreme, from extreme to house and to hard wired conenction to other computer. Do we need a splitter before the extreme?

No. Something else is going on.
Your son may be hogging all the bandwidth but your wireless network should never simply disappear. Moreover, if your son isn't doing anything the available bandwidth for other devices should remain unaffected.
I suspect that something is miswired, and from what you describe I suspect that link is between the Extreme and the "other computer".
The way to accomplish what you propose is
Modem > Ethernet cable to Extreme's WAN port
Extreme's LAN ports > wired Ethernet devices.
There should be nothing but an Ethernet cable linking an Extreme LAN port and any other wired device. If you run out of available LAN ports on the Extreme, you need to by an "Ethernet switch" - they are not expensive, but don't call it a "splitter" or you will only confuse yourself. The switch would be connected to one of the Extreme's LAN ports, and you would connect additional devices to it. You can also use one of your Expresses for that purpose, assuming it is the current generation model with two Ethernet ports.

Setup Problems with New AirPort Extreme and Dell Desktop XP with ethernet

I have a Dell desktop computer at home with a cisco cable modem connected to Comcast. I am trying to setup a new wireless network using new AirPort extreme so that new iPad can use wireless.
Connections seem to work but when running the AirPort Utility, it doesn't find my base station. The Dell doesn't have wireless. Does the Airport Utility only work via wireless? Or can it work across the ethernet connection?
I'd appreciate anyone's help.
Thanks.

Hello VL Crew. Welcome to the Apple Discussions!
Does the Airport Utility only work via wireless?
No, the AirPort Utility will work whether your computer is connected to the 802.11n AirPort Extreme Base Station (AEBSn) by wire or wireless.

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