I recently purchased a time capsule.

Could you tell me how to make a partition of time capsule?

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I recently purchased a time capsule and thought I would put my itunes on it as an external drive as my mac book air only has 120gb. However I can not be connected to the internet and the TC at the same time in order to download the files to the TC. Help?

I recently purchased a Time Capsule and put my iTunes library on there so that I wasn't using up my hard drive space. Only 120gb on my mac book air. However when I download songs from iTunes I can not be connected wirelessly to the internet at the same time. Can I hard wire my TC in to my mac so that I can treat the TC as just an external hard drive? Thanks

Initially, you asked if you can hardwire your MBA to the TC. The answer is yes, by using the optional USB Ethernet adapter that Apple provides. However, in order for your MBA to access the TC's internal or USB-attached HDD, it would need to establish a network connection to it. This would be true of any NAS device on an Ethernet network. Therein, lies the problem. Your MBA cannot connect to two networks simultaneously.
One option then, would be to have two separate iTunes Media folders; one on the MBA & the other on the TC. This way, you can download the music to your MBA when connected to the Internet at the AirPort lounge, and then use iTunes Consolidate Library feature to transfer the audio files to the TC's iTunes Media Folder location. A great program to help maintain multiple iTunes Librarys and/or Media Folders, that you may want to consider, is PowerTunes.

HT1178 I have purchased a Time Capsule 2TB recently, and I have not been able to complete the initial setup.

I have recently purchased a Time Capsule 2 TB. I have connected it to my BT Infinity Hub via ehternet cable. After connection, the orange continues to flash.
The capsule shows both an IP address and a LAN IP address. It also indicates that its network is Iain's Wi-Fi Network (setup by default).
the Capsule has a couple of messages as follows:
1. Double NAT - This Airport base station (Capsule) has a private IP address on ethernet WAN port, using NAT. It suggests changing setting from DHCP and NAT to bridge mode.
2. Setup over WAN - This Airport base station (capsule) is setup over ethernet WAN port, which decreases network security.
I have tried a soft reset, but nothing has changed and I do not know what changes I need to make to allow the capsule to complete its setup.
I would appreciate an expert opinion on what I need to do to fix the Time Capsule setup.

Please open AirPort Utility and click on the Time Capsule icon
Click Edit in the small box that appears
Click the Wireless tab at the top of the next window and change the Network Mode to "Off"
Now click the Network tab at the top of the window
Make sure that the setting for Router Mode is Off (Bridge Mode)
Click Update to save the settings
You should have a green light in about 30 seconds. All is well now.

I recently purchased face time, yet every time I try to sign in I get error message that I need to check my internet connection. And my firewall is off! Help please.

I recently purchased face time, yet I am unable to sign in - I keep getting an error saying I need to check my internet connection. I have turned off my firewall. Any thoughts???

I just installed it today and was signed in at the end of installation and when I quit the program and tried to sign back in I started getting the same message. My firewall is off as well. I wish someone would answer the friggin question LoL.

I've recently bought a Time Capsule (3TB); then I've added an external HD of 2TB to my TC via its USB port to store my iTunes Libraries. I would like to backup my external HD with Time Machine in the HD of TC. Is it possible?

I've recently bought a Time Capsule (3TB); then I've added an external HD of 2TB to my TC via its USB port in order to store my iTunes Libraries.
I would like to backup my external HD with Time Machine in the HD of TC. Is it possible?

I would like to backup my external HD with Time Machine in the HD of TC. Is it possible?
Sorry, but not possible.
Time Machine can only back up the internal drive(s) in a Mac....or a drive that is connected directly to a Mac via USB or FireWire.....provided that the drive is formatted in Mac OS Extended (Journaled).
I am not recommending this, but you might be able to move the drive from the USB port to the Mac, and have Time Machine back it up that way.....then move it back to the USB port on the Time Capsule......but this will involve doing some risky things.....and manually changing settings around everytime you make the swap. Something will surely go wrong....but up to you if you want to try it.
Carbon Copy Cloner will back up the drive connected to the USB port on the Time Capsule to the Time Capsule disk, but these will not be Time Machine backups. SuperDuper claims to also be able to do this.....but I have not tested it.

Would you recommend the purchase of Time Capsule.

I am interested in purchasing a Time Capsule unit to backup three Mac Computers. I will be moving to OS 10.5 very soon and will use Time Machine for backup. Also, I will use the airport features regularly. The unit will be connected via ethernet into a home network. Would you recommend purchasing this unit?

Yes. I own two TC. I don't use it for TM but use more for serving my network. I use AFP function alot. Have transferred files from Detroit to Pittsburgh using AFP.
TC has eliminated my need to use flash drives and any other method to transfer files the old way.
Use it as a central 'holder' for my ATV movie files so my streaming Powerbooks can be used more efficiently regarding the itunes library.
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HT3275 I recently used my time capsule to restore my old macbook onto my new macbook pro. Is there a way to undo this?

I recieved a new MacBook Pro for Christmas, and my Fiance purchased the new Microsoft office along with a few other things. This morning, I did a time capsule restore to get my documents and photos from my old Macbook, but I apparently did a full restore instead and ended up losing everything that was loaded onto my new computer in the process. Is there any way to undo a time capsule restore?

Did you do a backup of the new MBP before you restored? If not there is really no way to go backwards.. although you might find your old setup is still there.. create a new user, with full admin rights.. and then log out and log back in again.. if the new software has disappeared then the restore has completely overwritten the existing files.. you will need to start over.. fresh clean install of the OS and start again.
Read carefully on how to migrate settings and data here.
http://pondini.org/TM/Home.html
It does not cover Mavericks but Mountain Lion is similar enough. Sadly the guy who wrote all these excellent guides died earlier this year.

Questions before I purchase a Time Capsule.

I have a few questions that maybe somebody on here can help me out on. I have an external drive that I am currently using with Time Machine but I want to create a wi-fi network so I would like to buy the Time Capsule 500GB model which should be enough for me but would I be able to plug my existing drive into the Time Capsule so that my wife can back up her macbook to my external drive but wirelessly through the TC? sorry if that sounds confusing.
Also is it possible for a macbook to share an itunes library on my imac with the TC? Would the songs be able to be played on the macbook in another room without be played on the imac which houses the files?

Robert Ressler wrote:
I want to buy the 8 Gig as it is what I can afford right now. If I load it up with say 6-7 gigs of music will I have room for movies. If I purchase movies or tv shows can I keep them stored on my Itunes and transfer them back to the touch when I want to just like I can do with music. Is the Touch really worth all the money. I know the Classic holds tons more but I love the internet WiFi on the touch as well as how just plain cool it is. Any opinions?
Hey Robert,
You can always keep the songs and video on the computer and not sync them to the ipod.
Is the touch worth all the money?
YES =) I love my touch and wouldn't want to be without it.
And I do have one small suggestion... Don't buy the 8GB, hold of and keep saving the other $100 you need to get the 16GB model. If you want to be able to carry a decent amount of video with you or if your song collection gets larger, you will be very happy if you hold off till you get the extra cash and buy the 16GB version.
Just think about it $100 = double the storage space.

Nothing but problems since we purchased the Time Capsule

I must admit I was very eager to purchase the TC and replace our aging Airport Base Station (the ufo shaped one)
However at the worst under the old base station it would lock up once a week and need a reset. The TC (even without using the HD because I gave up on that early on) it is way slower than the old one and seems to lock up at least once an hour. I have tried everything I know to make this thing not lock up on us so often. At first I was convinced that this thing was overheating... (No vents on it apple???)
I tried the obvious and have it up off the desktop and away from everything possible to give it plenty of room to dissipate the ton of heat this thing seems to generate. Its running cooler now but it is still locking up? OR slowing down to an absolute crawl on the wifi before reseting the thing brings it back to some semblance of working again.
The hard-drive is blank - wiped clean after the three failed attempts at using it for a backup hard drive. (Wired or wifi) All i ended up with was the sparse bundle that seems to be useless.
At this point all we are even trying to use this thing for is a wifi hub at this point and its failing at that!
Apple? What do I do? Return it? Can I get my money back on it?
Its near useless!
(Die hard Apple fan - very disappointed in Leopard (see other posts) and Time Capsule)
Release an update? Please? Or tell me I can swap this for something that works? Was there faulty hardware?
Hello? Anyone?

dude, my sympathies. I hate mine for the same reasons. Whenever TC tries to make a backup, I get a message saying the connection was interrupted. Consequently, it drags down my internet connection with it and all that will work is a hard reset. I don't really don't see how this renders time machine functional, supposedly working in the background; yeah right.
I think this problem is as serious as a Mac without a functional mouse or keyboard.

I just purchased a time capsule 1TB and the installation instructions don't really say weather I have to run a ethernet wire from my modem or will simply plugging it in run it....wire or not? sorry folks I'm a bit of a computer illerate

Question Do I have to wire the time capsule to my modem or will it perform wirelessly . I am just using it for everyday backup thanks community

A Time Capsule is a combination wireless router and server grade hard drive. You can get rid of your existing wireless router if you want and replace it with the Time Capsule. This way you can use the same wireless network for your Internet access and for your Time Machine backups done wirelessly in the background via the same wireless network.

I purchased a time capsule last year and we have been using for our backup of our apple devices (iMac, laptop, iPad and now 5 iPhones). we have not used it as our router for wifi but would like to now switch to it. need directions for switching please.

i am using time capsule for backup only but would like to switch to it for our wifi. directions on apple discuss original set up of time capsule for wi fi but not switching from existing wi fi router. were can i get help with this?

Well, it depends on what ISP you use.
Reply back with your ISP and connection type (cable, ADSL). Also, do you use an ISP router or do you have a modem connected to a router that you provide?

I am the only person in my family with a mac. If my family purchases the Time Capsule, will they be able to use it to back up their files with their PCs?

Yeah, I have a macbook but everyone else has a windows computer. If we buy this will they be able to back up their files on the Time Capsule wirelessly as well? Also, if I put a backup onto the Time Capsule, will everyone be able to see what is on my back up, or will I just be able to see the back up for my computer?

Also, if I put a backup onto the Time Capsule, will everyone be able to see what is on my back up, or will I just be able to see the back up for my computer?
Only you will see the backup of your Mac.
will they be able to back up their files on the Time Capsule wirelessly as well?
You will need a special Windows application like Genie Timeline Pro to be able to backup the PCs automatically to the Time Capsule. Otherwise, you must manually copy the files over.
Check with the Genie folks on backup details for the PCs before you buy.
Genie Timeline Pro | Overview | Time Machine Backup Software for ...

OK To Purchase Used Time Capsule TB1? How Important IS Time Capsule?

Naturally I would prefer to buy a new unit but I am unemployed and have not had Time Machine set up for over a year an a half. If I can grab a used on on Sleazebay and save over 100 dollars isn't it worth it as long as the unit has the box, cables, software etc.?
ALSO: Am I crazy running my Mac without a backup? I understand that it is wise to always back up but maybe I don't grasp the importance. Basically I surf the web, use IPhoto, IMovie etc. but nothing for work.
Thanks!

OneArmMan wrote:
Naturally I would prefer to buy a new unit but I am unemployed and have not had Time Machine set up for over a year an a half. If I can grab a used on on Sleazebay and save over 100 dollars isn't it worth it as long as the unit has the box, cables, software etc.?
I wouldn't be too hesitant to buy a used Time Capsule. The software isn't important, as there's little if anything on the disc that isn't already on your Mac.
Am I crazy running my Mac without a backup? I understand that it is wise to always back up but maybe I don't grasp the importance. Basically I surf the web, use IPhoto, IMovie etc. but nothing for work.
One question: How unhappy would you be if you lost all your photos in iPhoto?

Is it possible to set up Time Capsule on one network and then access its stored data (movies) using Back to My Mac from another network that also has Apple TV to play them?

I recently purchased a Time Capsule to store data at my office. I have an Apple TV at my home that I would like to start using to play my movies. With the storage of the new Time Capsule, I am curious if I can somehow store my iTunes movies on the Time Capsule at my office and then use Back to My Mac to access the TC from my home and then play them via Apple TV. Does this sound possible? We have an iMac at the office that remains on 24/7 connected to the TC.

ATV cannot play movies from the TC, even if it is on your home network.. ATV is a streamer.. it is not a media player.. and the TC is a dumb as a board hard disk in a router.. so it has nothing in it either.
You cannot play movies from ATV without itunes, which streams to the ATV.
If the iMac is running 24/7 then you should be able to connect to the iMac remotely and run from iTunes on that, which could then play movies stored on the TC.. with the following issues.. if you use wireless on the iMac forget it. The iMac has to be ethernet connected as it has to pick up the movie on the library and play it back to the TC to network to your home.
The next issues is speed of slowest connection.
Your download to your home maybe great.. what is the upload speed from your office like??
If you pay for uploads and downloads you will pay for the movie 3x.. first to download it.. second to upload it.. office to net.. and third to download it again.. net to home.. Sorry but it is better to play the movie directly from online itunes store.
If you plan to try and play non-itunes movies over the connection, it won't work.. ATV as stated is linked to itunes and cannot play movie files.
Overall this sounds like you need to think it out a bit more.

Installing Time Capsule on MacBook Pro w/malfunctioning CD player

I recently purchased a Time Capsule for my daughter who has a MacBook Pro with malfunctioning CD player (long story). Is there anyway of installing the setup software from the web or support site?

if your daughter's Mac is on the same network as yours, you could use *remote install* to install the setup software on her machine.
click here and follow the instructions.
or, you could enable *remote disc* on your machines with the same result. see this:
The CD/ROM in my computer busted, so I decided to try to remotely mount the CD from another computer on mine. I know the MacBook Air can do this, so I reasoned that any Mac could. It turns out it is possible, but the solution is far from obvious -- after much searching, I found the solution here.
Here's a quick synopsis. Go to System Preferences » Sharing, and enable 'DVD or CD Sharing.' (I think you need to do this on both machines -- the one with the drive and the one without the CD/ROM drive). Then, on the computer that does not have the CD drive on it, go to a Terminal window and enter:
$ defaults write com.apple.NetworkBrowser EnableODiskBrowsing -bool true
$ defaults write com.apple.NetworkBrowser ODSSupported -bool true
Reboot this machine, and when the reboot is finished, you'll see the remote CD/DVD under Devices in the Finder's sidebar. Thereafter, you can remotely mount a CD/DVD from another machine.
JGG

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