Just set up Time Capsule and imac is backed up. Can I back up ipad and iphone too? If so, how do I do it?

Just bought AirPort Time Capsule (2TB) and my imac 10.7.5 is backed up.
Can I back up the information on my iphone and ipad - both are iOS 7.1.2?
On AirPort Utility I am not able to open other Wi-Fi Devices. TC indicates ipad and iphone are wireless clients.
Not sure what I do. Thanks.

iOS devices like the iPhone and iPad back up to iTunes on your computer....or....to iCloud, if you have enabled that option.
If you have a Mac and have Time Machine backups enabled, then the iPhone and iPad backups stored in iTunes on the Mac are backed up to the Time Capsule.
In other words, the iPhone and iPad back up indirectly to the Time Capsule, if you have Time Machine enabled. They do not back up directly to the Time Capsule.
For more information on iOS backups, please see this Apple Support document:
iOS: Back up and restore your iOS device with iCloud or iTunes
Or, you might want to post in the iPhone and iPad support communities.....where the iPhone and iPad experts hang out.
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I just bought a time capsule, and i have no idea how to hook it up. because i am brilliant, right. the schematic in the instruction booklet says its supposed to be between the modem and a printer. ???? With an ethernet cord?

The enclosed booklet suggests that the time capsule is suposed to be between the DSL modem and a printer, connected by an ethernet cable. Ive tried that and the amber light just keeps flashing.

Ring apple they will normally be able to talk you through it.
The TC connection to printer is optional..
Normally you plug into an existing router with the TC in bridge mode..
Tell us what OS you run and we can point out how to do that.

I just bought a time capsule and it will not connect to preexisting home WiFi.

I just bought a time capsule and it will not connect to preexisting home WiFi. The Airport Utility recognizes one of my neighbors networks but not mine. I have ATT&T U-verse. I understand I can use the Airport time capsule as a router but would prefer to use it in my existing network

tallswag wrote:
I have a similar hookup, I have a Airport Extreme & Time Capsule. I would like to connect my Extreme to the Time Capsule "6th gen". I would also like to use the LAN ports on the Extreme. Can this connection be done wirelessly or wired? I'm using a Mac Tower that does't have a wireless card if that's important.
As long as you have two apple routers then it is up to you which way you do it.
You can connect them by ethernet and use it setup as roaming network.. for wireless.. it will simply be bridged on the router side. Ethernet is much the faster solution.
But if you want to use wireless link that is also fine if the range is not too great. Then ethernet to the computer.. so you effectively have a wireless bridge...
so, Cablemodem----Airport Extreme- - - - - - - -wireless link- - - - - Time Capsule------computer
Where the more solid lines are ethernet.. that is possible setup. And using the TC directly on ethernet to the computer will keep your backup speed good while also giving you hopefully your full internet speed so that works well.

I set up time capsule and now can't connect wirelessly

I got home with my new Apple and Time Capsule last Friday and was unable to connect to the net. I called Cox cable and they came out and got me up and running. The yellow light on the Tine Capsule kept blinking but I was able to connect and thought it was just a glitch.
Today I added a printer and, after a few headaches, got it up and running. Then I tried to set up the automatic backup process and thought I was OK. Now, however I can't connect wirelessly at all. I keep getting the message "None of your preferred networks are available." I have a neighbor with a wireless network and it sees that, so something is going on. I also am able to connect directly to my modem and get connected. The yellow light is still blinking!
I have tried re-starting the computer, turning off both the modem and Time Capsule, but nothing works. I am beginning to think I have a defective Time Capsule but the store I got it from is two hours away, so if anyone can offer a suggestion, I would be most grateful.

I just went through the same deal. I'm not exactly sure how I did it, but I eventually got it to work, and even have Back to My Mac in play. For the next ten minutes, anyway.
So here's the deal. These are some of the things I did that you might try.
First, there is a big issue regarding how you presently connect to the internet - DSL modem? Cable modem? A dixie cup and a piece of thread? Time Capsule is both a router and a wireless base station, so whatver you're using now might be performing router duty as well, and screwing things up. I replaced my AT&T 2Wire device (modem, router, and wireless base station in one box) with a DSL modem. Oh, and when I was prompted, I assigned the public IP address for my broadband connection (the one that begins with 70.xxx.xxx.xxx) to the TIme Capsule, instead of having Time Capsule get one of those 192.xxx.x.xxx or 10.x.x.x IP addresses from DHCP.
The modem has to operate in "bridge mode." Whatever the heck that means.
Also, in configuring time capsule, I initially used an ethernet cable attached to a computer (in this case, my MacBook Pro). It seemed easier to get it going that way, and once it had managed to connect, it made it easier to get on just using the wireless connection.
When you're prompted, you want to create a new network, although it might be helpful to take it one step at a time and keep your present network up and running and let Time Capsule join that deploying - initially - just the wireless backup capability.
Oh, and regarding restarting all the hardware, I did that too. But with Time Capsule, if you're not already doing it, you should not just restart the device, but do a reset. On the back of the device if you look carefully toward the right you will see a little pinhole. Get a paper clip and depress the little button inside that little pinhole until the front light begins to blink rapidly. That resets Time Capsule and was the only way I could get the thing to bite at the beginning.
So much for Mac's just working. Although once they do . . . .

Setting up Time Capsule and external hard drive

Hi,
In the past i've been using Time Machine for backing up all my data from my Mac Book Pro to a 120GB lacie external hard drive.
I've now purchased a Time Capsule and want to know the best way to transfer my backup data from the External HD to my Time Capsule.
Once that is done, i want to mount my External HD to the Time Capsule so i can use it as external storage for music, photos etc. and access it from my laptop when required.
Is this possible and recommended.
I've also got a PS3 and was wondering whether i can hook this up to all of the above as well.

read these hypertexts and then you'll determine its a no no...different file system.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/04/exploringtime_capsule_feature_and_suitabilityreview.html

Time Capsule and iPhone question

I recently replaced my Airport Extreme (802.1b/g) with a Time Capsule and went through the standard installation and setup procedure - no problems. I assumed that the TC was operating in 802.11N mode - there did not seem to be an option to set during the installation process. I must admit that I did not notice a marked improvement in my network speed but assumed all was well. Now some weeks lated I bought an iPhone - it immediately connected to my network. I did not even think about the N vs b/g issue. Now reading this forum I noticed that iPhones are b/g so does this mean my network automatically "downgraded" from N to b/g or has it always been running in b/g. Note I before I installed my T/C I turned-off my old AE.
I cannot figure out how to determine what mode my network / TC is running in. Can I easily swap back and forth when I need to have my iPhone connected.
I have read the thread on this forum on how to have 2 bridged networks - one with N and one with b/g (might be a good way to put my old AE and Airport Express to some use) - since I'm no network wizzard I like to keep things simple - by doing so I seem to avoid many of the issues I read about on the forum
Thanks for any advice.

Hi Pat, I have an iPhone too and I'm quite disappointed that my nice new N router will be running at much lower speeds. When I'm at home I use both my MBP and my phone and switching back and forth doesnt sound appealing.
Anyway, to answer your question, open up the Airport Utility and click Manual Setup at bottom right. Then click on Wireless from the 4 tabs you'll see and choose the appropriate setting from the Radio Mode drop down menu.
Hope this helps!
deburn

I just got a Time Capsule, and when I try to use it to extend my Airport n type network, it seems to take it over instead.

Could I be doing something wrong to cause this? The Time Capsule is hanging off the network on an ethernet cable and can be accessed by all the Macs over wireless, but I would like to use it to strengthen the signal at that end of the house. When try to set it up the extend the network, It seems to take it over and knock off the Airport Extreme and Airport Express currently on it. When I initially set it up, I selected "Extend network" but it changed it on its own to create network. I later changed it back to extend, but it then took over and I had to turn off its wireless to get the Epress and Extreme back onto the network. I had just updated the Airport Utility to the latest version on my Macbook Pro and Mini, but I have an iMac still on Snow Leopard that I believe is still running an older version.

Actually I am not sure how much it is able to export of the old settings but worth a go.
The file is xml format .. so it could be possible to extract info anyway.
?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<!DOCTYPE plist PUBLIC "-//Apple//DTD PLIST 1.0//EN" "http://www.apple.com/DTDs/PropertyList-1.0.dtd">
<plist version="1.0">
You can always load 5.6 utility onto any version of the OS from Lion following.
How to load 5.6 into ML.
1. Download 5.6 for Lion.
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1482
Click to open the dmg but do not attempt to install the pkg.. it won't work anyway.
Leave the package open on the desktop so you can see the file. AirportUtility56.pkg
2. Download and install unpkg.
http://www.timdoug.com/unpkg/
Run unpkg on the desktop.. If your Mac refuses to run the software, because it wasn’t downloaded from the Apple store, go to security in preferences and allow other software to work.. this is limitation of trade methinks. You can set back later if you like.
Now drag the AirPortUtility56.pkg file over to unpkg.. and it will create a new directory of the same name on the desktop.. in finder, open the new directory, drill down.. applications, utilities .. there lo and behold is Airport utility 5.6 .. drag it to your main utilities directory or just run it from current location.
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.

Just plugged in Time Capsule and one MacBook Pro works fine on WiFi while the other MacBook Pro and iPad 3 keep disconnecting. Any ideas?

Additionally, the wifi icon at the top of the screen has an exclamation mark on the MacBook Pro that doesn't connect. We've tried restarting the machine, the Time Capsule but nothing has helped.

Just called Apple Support and it turns out we had the settings wrong. We're all set now!

I am setting up time capsule and have issues with DNS

Can't get internet connected and says DNS server not identified

Technicolor TG789vn is a gateway, which is a modem and router in one package. Please verify by checking the Technicolor information on this model below:
http:///en/solutions-services/connected-home/modems-gateways/xdsl-modems-gateway s/tg789vn-bonded
Assuming that things are working correctly, AirPort Utility should be able to set up the Time Capsule correctly with this type of device.
Shut down your Mac and then restart the device.
Power off the Technicolor gateway, wait a minute, then power it back up and let it run a few minutes.
Power up the Time Capsule for a few minutes, then hold in the reset button on the back of the Time Capsule for 8-10 seconds and release. Allow a full minute for the Time Capsule to restart to a slow, blinking amber light status.
Connect an Ethernet cable....that you have tested to make sure that it is working....from one of the LAN <--> ports on the Technicolor gateway to the WAN "O" port on the Time Capsule
On your Mac....open Macintosh HD > Applications > Utilities > AIrPort Utility
Click on Other WiFi Devices
Click on Time Capsule
The setup utility will open up with a configuration window mentioning that the Time Capsule will be set up to create a network
For Network Name......Enter a simple, short name that you want to call your wireless network.
For Base Station.......Enter a simple, short name that you want to call the Time Capsule. Mine is TC, for example
For Password.........Enter a password that will be used for the wireless network and base station
For Verify Password.....Enter the same password to confirm
Click Next
The utility will set up everything for you. When you see the message of Setup Complete, click Done and you should have a green light on the Time Capsule.
Select the wireless network that you created and enter the password to connect. You should be all set.

I just set up Time Machine and have a WD external disc attached.

A WD SmartWare folder now resides on my desktop. It contains a question that asks if I want to back up files or set up the drive.
What am I supposed to do? Thanks for your assistance.

burgessiii22 wrote:
Thanks for the answer Linc, but how do I check to make sure the back-up process is working if I don't think I need to restore?
Create a test file with Text Edit (or any other program) and save it to your desktop.
Run Time Machine from the menu bar.
When the Time Machine icon in the menu bar stops spinning, drag your test file to the trash.
Open Time Machine and go back 1 page. You should see your test file on the desktop.

I have an airport extreme. I just bought a time capsule and want to replace the extreme with it. I am not technically savy and when i go to do it, it keeps telling me i haev errors and i have no idea what to do, because it mentions things like DNS, etc

can i use both at the same time?

Replacing your router is like a heart transplant for your network. Everything changes.
Power down your modem, disconnect your Extreme, and connect the new Time Capsule. Power up the modem and then the TC.
AirPort Utility will lead you through its setup.
You may need to reconfigure your wireless printers and anything else that was a client of the Extreme.
You may use both at the same time, but only one device should function as your router. Decide which one that will be - it doesn't really matter which, assuming they are both recently produced units. The Extreme can be used to "extend" the TC's wireless network, or the other way around.

Time Capsule and IPhone 4 802.11 n 2,4GHZ issue

Hi,
I was trying to connect all my devices to the best signal I am broadcasting: The IPAD, also the AppleTV and all Macs go automatically to the n network (5 GHZ) which is exactly what I want. The IPod is the only device with b/g capability which connects to the 2,4GHZ network well. There is only one problem with the IPhone 4, which never connects with the n 2,4GHZ network when the radio setting is set to 802.11 n only (5 GHZ) - 802.11 b/g/n. I was trying to change the radio band several times but either the IPod was not connected or the IPhone 4 was just b/g. If I set it to 802.11 n only (5 GHZ) - 802.11 n only (2,4 GHZ) it works for the IPhone but the IPod Touch is then excluded from the entire network.
I did several resets to my complete network and all devices, I have changed channels to manual and back - no effect. Is there a setting which works for all? Like 802.11 n only (5 GHZ) - 802.11 b/g/n (2,4 GHZ)? Please let me know.
I know it doesn't belong here but I have still another issue with the strict NAT for my XBOX 360. Do you have there any new solutions?
Many thanks for reading my post! Greetings from Holland.
Sebastian

Hi Linda,
Here are my settings:
Time Capsule > Base Station
o Allow setup over the Internet using Bonjour (unchecked)
Time Capsule > Wireless
o Wireless Mode: Create a wireless network
o Allow this network to be extended (unchecked)
o Radio Mode: 802.11n only (5 GHz) - 802.11b/g/n
o Radio Channel Selection: Automatic
o Wireless Security: WPA2 Personal
Time Capsule > Wireless > Wireless Network Options
o 5 GHz Network Name: Name 1
o Multicast Rate: Low
o Transmit Power: 100%
o WPA Group Key Timeout: 60 Minutes
o Use wide channels (checked)
o Create a closed network (unchecked)
Internet > Internet Connection
o Connect Using: Ethernet
o Connection Sharing: Off (Bridge Mode)
Internet > TCP/IP
o Configure IPv4: DHCP
o IP Address: 192.168.2.38
o Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
o Router Address: 192.168.2.254
o DNS Server(s): 192.168.2.254
o IPv6 DNS Server(s): <leave blank>
If you see something strange please let me know.
Good luck.
Sebastian

Time Capsule and iPhone 3G Connection Issues

Just rolled out a new Time Capsule (current gen). All but one device was able to connect perfectly including two Mac Minis, iPad and Lenovo laptop (work). However, the iPhone 3G is showing as connected with a checkmark in settings but no wifi icon (just 3G) and I can't connect to iTunes for remote, etc.
So far, I've done the following:
Reset Network Settings in the iPhone 3G. Rebooted Time Capsule.
To note, we set this up to "replace a current network" since we needed the SSID to be the same.
Solutions?

How is the TC setup??
If it is in bridge then it should have no impact on the connection at all.. so please tell us that..
If it is in router mode and was working in router mode, I do not know why it will have stopped.

Time Capsule and iPhone 4

Hi,
I am sharing an external hard disk on my iMac and macbook pro via Time Capsule.....
I want to access movies, music and other files on this shared drive from my iPhone 4...
Is there any way of accessing this shared drive on time capsule from iPhone ....
Thanks in advance......

You can use zumocast to stream content to your iPhone. You do have to install the app on at least 1 of your Macs as well. Zumocast is mainly for music and movies; I'm not sure how it handles other types of data.
~Lyssa

Time capsule works for pc laptop, but can't connect new ipad?

Got my new ipad and find that I cannot connect it to the Time Capsule even though the Time Capsule connection works for a pc laptop. I tried my ereader which used to connect and also will not connect. I was on the phone for a couple hours with Apple Care, but now that it appears to be a Time Capsule problem they can't help. So frustrated, just want to get to my ipad! Thanks for any help. Please be gentle, as I need plain talk, I'm not that tech savvy.

If you reset the router , it will come back to factory default settings and your laptop will get disconnected.
I think you need to check the wireless settings.
Open the setup page of the router. Go to Wireless tab. Check the network name. Go to Wireless security tab. Check the wireless security settings and make sure that you have the correct network key. Go to Wireless MAC filter sub tab and make sure that it is disabled.
Try to connect to the wireless network again on IPAD.

Just set up Time Capsule and imac is backed up. Can I back up ipad and iphone too? If so, how do I do it?

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