HT4356 Can i use my existing AirPort devices to print to my epson from my ipad?

I want to use my exsing Airport devices to print from my ipad and play music to my Bose which is also connected to an Airport device.

Apple introduced 802.11"ac" wireless capability about a year ago.
This is newer technology that was not available even 18 months ago, so it would have been impossible for any manufacturer to include this type of capability in their current products at the time.
While it might be possible to offer software "updates" to add more features, it is not possible to offer "hardware" updates for older equipment. That would require major surgery on an older AirPort device.....and even it were possible, would cost more than than the price of a brand new AirPort with all the new features.
We are not saying that the newer "tower" and older 'square" AirPort cannot be used together....they can. What we are saying is that the older AirPort cannot extend the new 5 GHz "ac" band that is offered in the new AirPorts.
When you are near the new AirPort, you will get 5 GHz "ac" speeds. When you are near the older AirPort, the best that you will do is 5 GHz "n" speeds.
If your "older" AirPort had been the "round" or "dome" version, that product would not really be compatible with either the "square" or "tower" AirPort Extreme as far as "extending" a wireless network would be concerned.

Similar Messages

Can I use US purchased Airport devices in the UK?

Well, I got the news yesterday and I'll be moving to the UK in September for a minimum of three years. While I've a world of things to plan, I know that I'll be taking my MacBook Pros and iPods and will be buying another "Apple World Travel Adapter Kit" only for the MBPs (as they're such good fit and I know I was able to use my PowerBook in London so I'm supposing the same of my MBPs? And possibly even dole out the cash for two of the same for my iPods?) but I notice that the description says nothing about Airport Extremes and Expresses.
As I don't really know exactly how long I could be staying (3 years until...?), I'm thinking I'll just sell a good deal of what I own, ship what I can't live without, and buy new (or used) furniture and electronic/computer gear... but will I need to buy new Airports? Will it depend on the type of broadband service that I choose (as I notice several that offer 'wireless' service - which I assume is simply their wireless routers paid for in the monthly subscription fee?
I think (but am not certain) that my cable/broadband/phone service will be through Homechoice (8Mbs): although it's possible that Telewest (who say they have a 10Mbs option coming soon?) or ntl (2Mbs?) will be available in the SW1W 8xx area - I've no idea how service availability works in the UK, really - more homework to do. I'm very, very confused about London broadband/cable TV options just now... BT says they have an 8Mbs service? Over DSL... or what? Electric and gas is easy... but cable and Internet service has (obviously) changed a bit since my last 3-year stint from 1983-1986. At least I hope it has... snooker at 2:00 a.m. is not the only thing showing in that timeslot now, I'm hoping.
But what about my in-flat wireless? Should I just buy wireless gear when I get settled in? It doesn't seem that anything I have is going to meet the voltage requirements. From the information I've been able to find (none - hence this message) my Airport Express and my Extreme are going to be useless.
If I have to buy new equipment, I'll just do it. I don't really mind paying VAT at all - much easier to keep a running total in your head when you don't have to keep remembering to add 9.78% sales tax to an item priced - today only! - for $127.49; nor do I mind the 8-9% higher prices of Apple gear in the UK than in the US - I'll be in London, after all! The City That Never Sleeps! No, wait, that's New York - London, thank goodness, sleeps... and if you ever tire of it, you just die, saith O rare Sam Johnson! In New York, you're never sleeping, always tired, and so death is just around the corner (all too literally, at times). But if I can save a few pounds by bring some of my smaller electronic gear along, I'd like to do so.
So... has anyone ever been on the road in the UK (or moved to the UK) and used US purchased Airport devices successfully? If it means using cumbersome converter kits, I'll just buy new... but if it's a simply plug change, I've plenty left over that I don't feel the need to buy 'Apple Sanctioned' kits.

Welcome to the discussions!
+Will a USA airport extreme work in UK?+
Yes
+Do the US have different wifi signals to UK?+
Yes. UK uses channels 1-13. US uses 1-11. You won't be able to use 12 and 13 on your AirPort Extreme. I'm not sure about 5 GHz channels if you plan to use that frequency.
+Is there anyway of over writing the firmware with UK firmware?+
No
+maybe I am just setting it up wrong?+
If you can tell us what modem (make and model number) you are using with the AirPort Extreme, we may be able to help with the setup.

How many devices can you use on an airport express wirelessly?

How many devices can you use on an airport express wirelessly? Does it matter how many devices you have?

The Express supports up to ten clients.

I can't get my new Extreme to configure my existing Airport devices.

I'm replacing an older Extreme which connected to several Airport devices using 802.11n at 5ghz. The new Extreme is the latest version from the Apple store. The new one works fine - I can get to the Internet etc., but I haven't been able to get it to connect with the other Airport devices on my network.
I have the IP addresses for each of the devices to be connected, and I have the correct passwords, but when I try to configure them in Airport Utility it starts as though it is going to read the configuration but then says it is unable to do so. I saw a support article saying this could be because IPv6 is not turned on, but I've checked and it is.
When I go back to the older Extreme, it sees everything and the network works fine.
I'm accessing via a two year old MacBook Pro. OS is 10.10.1. Airport Utility is 6.3.4. In both cases, my settings are to create a network in bridge mode.
I'd be grateful for your suggestions please.

When you change the network you need to do full factory reset on all the airport devices.. and redo the setup from scratch.
If you have issues doing that then you need to plug in via ethernet to whichever airports are not working and manually fix them.. you cannot do it automatically or by wireless since you have changed the network around.

How many devices can I use with an AirPort Extreme Base Station?

How many devices can I use with an Airport Extreme Base Station? Devices included a mac, iphone, ipad and pc laptops.

The AirPort Extreme will support up to 50 wireless devices and 200 wired Ethernet devices. I would imagine that this would probably be adequate for most homes.

Can I use my 2010 AirPort Extreme as a range extender with a new AirPort Extreme?

I want to use an existing AirPort Extreme (2010 model) with a new AirPort Extreme to extend the range and signal strength into a shop. They are different designations, one n and the other ac. Are they compatible. I need to know before I buy the new router.

The new AirPort Extreme will provide an ac,n,g,b compatible wireless signal.
The existing AirPort Extreme can be configured to extend the n,g,b signal, but it cannot extend the ac signal.

Can I use an old Airport Extreme as an extender with a new Airport Express

Hi All, I have Verizon Fios and the data line runs into my bedroom. I purchased a new Airport Express today to replace the Airport Extreme (from 2006). Can I use the old Airport Extreme as an extender (I'd like to set it up in the basement as I get poor connectivity there). I tried using the Airport Utility - Other WiFi Devices to find the Airport Extreme, but it's not registering. Is what I'm attempting possible? If so, how do I set it up?

Can I use the old Airport Extreme as an extender
Is this the "round" or "dome" shaped AirPort Extreme?
If yes, then it is not possible to have the AirPort Extreme wirelessly "extend" the signal from the AirPort Express.
However, the older AirPort Extreme can probably be set up to provide more wireless signal coverage if it will connect back to the LAN <--> port on the AirPort Express using a permanent, wired Ethernet cable connection.
In this case, the setup of the older AirPort Extreme will require that you have an older version of AirPort Utility installed on your computer. If it is a Mac, then the Mac must be running Leopard (10.5.x), Snow Leopard (10.6.x), or a PC with AirPort Utility could be used to set up and configure the older Extreme.
f you have the "square" or "flat" version of the AirPort Extreme, then everything becomes much easier. Post back if you do.

How can I use my old AirPort Express?

How can I use my old AirPort Express (the one that plugs right into the wall without a power cable) to stream music to a stereo when I am using the new Airport Express? The AirPort Utility 6.1 will not recognize the old AirPort Express.

Apple does not make it easy for you to use an older device when they want you to buy newer devices.
See this link for tips on how to install a version of AirPort Utility on Mountain Lion that will allow you to configure your older Express:
http://www.macworld.com/article/1167965/mountain_lion_and_the_ancient_airport_ba se_station.html
This is not supported by Apple, so it is your decision on whether you want to move forward with this. It works fine for me, but I cannot guarantee that it will work for you, nor offer support if you have difficulty.

HT1589 Can I use more than 1 device ie iPod and iPhone on the same iTunes account and have different music on them

Can I use more than 1 device ie iPod and iPhone on the same iTunes account and have different music on them

Yes. Use the option to sync with selected playlists on the music tab when your devices are connected.
tt2

How can I use Bluetooth with another devices?

How can I use Bluetooth with another devices?

You can set up your FaceTime account in Settings > FaceTime.

Can I use my existing E-mail address to retrieve my password reset through security questions

Can I use my existing E-mail address to retrieve my password reset through security questions instead of through E-mail. When I try retrieving my new Apple password through reset through security questions? On the Apple id, it will not allow me to do so becasue I forgot my security answers to the question. I'm naming one or two of the wrong vechiles which is what the questions ask me for for security questions.
For icloud do you reccommend that I keep that same E-mail address or create a new one for my iCloud mail aside from my G-mail address name?
I asked support community for the very first time to reset my security questions and it wanted me to create a new user name for iCloud when I already have *****l for my original Apple id.
<Email Edited By Host>

TheresaEW,
I’d recommend contacting Apple directly to resolve your security question issue.

Can I use one Apple TV device on two different HD televisions to view the same info from a mini Mac?

Can I use one Apple TV device on two different HD televisions to view the same info from a mini Mac?

Welcome to the Apple Community Lschaef5318.
You need one Apple TV for each TV.

How can I use a SCH-LC11 device in CHINA which bought from ebay. I am not Verizon customer but I prefer to using your 4G LTE Router . How can I get the unlock code? The device may have a bad ESN but I only use it in CHINA. Kindly looking forward your repl

How can I use a SCH-LC11 device in CHINA which bought from ebay. I am not Verizon customer but I prefer to using your 4G LTE Router . How can I get the unlock code? The device may have a bad ESN but I only use it in CHINA. Kindly looking forward your reply. Thanks!

It's good to read Antoniad's post. It reassures me that I can use my new iPad as an international communication device which is the reason I purchased the thing. However, I called Verizon today (my provider of cellular data) who told me that I can't just pop in a SIM card as you suggested. He also said that he was from the "Pre-Pay" division of Verizon and he was certain that I couldn't do what I planned to do. I was extremely disappointed as I had called Apple prior to buying the iPad and I read the algorhythm on the website for choosing an iPad before purchasing. Those sources were quite specific and the information seemed clear. I would be able to use my iPad to communicate through cellular connections while traveling on the road, literally, abroad. I was told that I could pop in a data card wherever I was, just as you indicated in your message above, and voila I was good to go. The Verizon rep definitively rained on that parade, but said that I might be able to do this if I have a "Post-Pay" account, a different area of Verizon. I haven't had the chance to talk to this division yet, so I looked to Apple's Support for answers. Maybe I will find out that I can use my iPad as an international communication device while traveling on the road afterall, however, it appears I may need a different type of account (Post-Pay), something I was never warned about. Can I switch to this kind of account? I don't know. I have to find out. If you have any information about this issue, it would be good to share since I strongly suspect there are others who bought the iPad for the same purpose that I have.

Can't use my HP Deskjet F4580 Wireless Printer with the AirPort Extreme Base. The printer is NOT connected at the USB port of the AirPort Extreme, and is placed in another room. It worked just fine with my previous router (Linksys WRT54G). Help me!

Hey Guys!
I just got my AirPort Extreme Base, but I can't use my HP Deskjet F4580 wireless printer with it.
The printer is not connected to the AirPort Extreme's USB port. It is placed in another room, and I'd like to use it (the printer) wirelessly (not connected to the USB port os the AirPort Extreme), as I used to. There is no place for the printer close the AirPort Extreme. It worked just fine with my previous wireless router (Linksys WRT54G). I'm very disappointed with the AirPort Extreme Base Station because of that!...
Can you help me? Please?!
Thanks Folks!

This must be a tough one, no suggestions at all.

If i have multiple iPhones and Mac Mini sharing the same Apple ID, can I use Facetime between the devices?

if i have multiple iPhones and Mac Mini sharing the same Apple ID, can I use Facetime between the devices?

Yes, but if you want these devices to have complete capability of calling each other they each must have their own separate, individual e mail address. If they don't have individual e mail addresses, the i phones will be able to call each other because you'll be using their individual phone numbers -- the Mac mini will be able to call the i phones, but, the iphones will not be able to call the Mac mini. This is because the iphones will be using the mini's e- mail address to make the call, and if they have the same e mail address, they will think they are calling themselves, so the call will not connect.
So, the way I see it is, if you keep all of the email addresses the same, the only thing you'll loose is the ability of the iphones to call the mini.
EDIT: Thinking about it, my first sentence needs to be modified. Your iphones can share an email address but it must be different from the Mac mini address.
This isn't rocket science, but it can make your head spin. LOL

HT4356 Can i use my existing AirPort devices to print to my epson from my ipad?

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for