Have to reset Airport Express
Hi,
My home wifi network using an Airport Express and MBP has been flawless; then I introduced an iPhone. Now I need to reset (unplug) the Express after my MBP leaves the network to get either my MBP or iPhone online. i.e. the MBP will recognize the network but can't connect, same with the iPhone. After resetting the Express, both connect fine. Any ideas on how to rectify this?
hi JMA8 and welcome to Discussions,
by unplugging the Airport Express is not really resetting the unit. Its considered a Power Cycle.
you might have to try this:
Resetting Airport Express
hope this helps..
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You cannot uninstall version 6 (now 6.3 if you updated) so don't try.. and you cannot or should not run them both at the same time.. although I have had no problems when doing so. -
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ATOV,
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