Need to configure older airport express

I had an airport express unused in years just found. I am running Lion on mac laptop. I factory reset the express and try to configure with wifi setup
because Airport utility coul dnot see it
I got this mssage
This version of AirPort Utility doesn’t support this base station. Use AirPort Utility 5.6 to configure or manage this base station. AirPort Utility 5.6 is available at AirPort Service and Support.
When I download 5.6.1 its not compatible with lion and won't install
Is there any hope ?
A way to update the express
I looked to use the current airport utility and use configure other by the IP addres the unit gets from my linsys router
Configure other has field for IP address and password
I know the IP addres but what would be the password after factory defaults reset? Would it even work if I knew the password?
Please advise how to resolve

Found this item and used as described installed just as "replace"
When I opened the airport utility I did not do the request update
saw my old aiport express base station immediately and configured it to join the netowrk.
Worked with no issues
done.
VikingOSX
Splash1111 wrote:
I had an airport express unused in years just found. I am running Lion on mac laptop. I factory reset the express and try to configure with wifi setup
because Airport utility coul dnot see it
I got this mssage
This version of AirPort Utility doesn’t support this base station. Use AirPort Utility 5.6 to configure or manage this base station. AirPort Utility 5.6 is available at AirPort Service and Support.
When I download 5.6.1 its not compatible with lion and won't install
Is there any hope ?
A way to update the express
I looked to use the current airport utility and use configure other by the IP addres the unit gets from my linsys router
Configure other has field for IP address and password
I know the IP addres but what would be the password after factory defaults reset? Would it even work if I knew the password?
Please advise how to resolve
Re: set up airport express in mountain lion
Jan 4, 2013 5:09 AM (in response to andyBall_uk)
Used Pacifist to install just the /Applications/Utilities/Airport Utility v5.6, and not update or overwrite anything else it offered to install.
It now works in Mountain Lion.
Thanks.

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Need to configure - 2 Airport Expresses, Macbook Pro + iMac G4

Hi All. My problem is I can't get my G4 iMac to work with an Airport Express (connected to the ethernet port as the iMac doesn't have wireless.)
Below (A) is a configuration that works and (B) doesn't.
Configuration (A)
Airport Express 1(Main) (living room) - Connected to DSL modem + sterio
Airport Express 2 (bedroom) - Connected to USB printer
I can happily play music via airtunes and print wirelessly to the printer from my MacBook Pro.
Configuration (B)
Same as (A) but an iMac is connected to Airport Express 2 in the bedroom by Ethernet Cable.
The problem seems to be that the way Airport Express 2 is configured means the ethernet port isn't active. When I configure it to activate the port then I lose communication with it (from wireless Mac). The light goes from green to flashing amber. I can no longer see the printer from MacBook Pro.
So the question really is, in order to have Configuration (B) fully working, what setting do I need to set on both airport expresses?
Many thanks
MacBook Pro Mac OS X (10.4.8) iMac G4 - 10.4.8

WilH, Welcome to the discussion area!
The Ethernet port on the AirPort Express (AX) is ONLY active when the AX is using WDS to join a wireless network.
You will need to use the directions in KB 107454, AirPort Extreme and Express: Using WDS to create a network from multiple base stations to configure all of your AX. Configure AX1 as a "main base station". Configure AX2 and AX3 as remote base stations.

Configuring Older Airport Express

I have an older airport express but I'm running 10.8.2 and my airport utility won't talk to it. And 5.6 airport utility which will configure the older airport express, won't run with 10.8.2. Is there any possible workaround? Or is my barely used airport express useless?
Any help would be appreciated.

See this article for a workaround to be able to install AirPort Utility 5.6 on Mountain Lion.
http://www.macworld.com/article/1167965/mountain_lion_and_the_ancient_airport_ba se_station.html
As you might imagine, this is not supported by Apple. It works fine for me, but there is unfortunately no way that I can say if it work for you.

I need help configuring the Airport express from a PC

Hi there!
I want to configure the airport express from a PC. It runs okay but the connection is open (anyone can browse on my connection)
In a PDF that I found on Apples web site, it says go to
Start-> All programs-> Airport express setup assistant, but there are no programs named Airport on my PC!
Do I have to download a utility for this purpose?
Fredrik

If all you want to do is add wireless security to an already configured Express, you'll probably want to use the Airport Admin Utility. You should be able to install it by installing this package:
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/airport42forwindows.html
If the PC isn't running at least Windows XP, I think you're out of luck.

HT1731 can't configure older airport express

Im trying to set up a wireless printer using my airport express but cant configure it with any of my devises. ipad, iphone, or mac. They all say that "it connot be set up by this software." any suggestions on what i need?

You must install the older utility.
Try this one and tell us which thing doesn't work.. later versions of lion use the same method as Mountain Lion.. Apple actually blocked it from working.. amazing people!!
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.
For screen shots see this post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4668746?tstart=0

HT5022 i cannot install airport utility 5.6 onto my computer although i need it to configure an older airport express and base station

i cannot install airport utility 5.6 onto my computer although i need it to configure an older airport express and base station

Here is my method.. the software is free that is required.. always a good point.
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.
2. Download and install unpkg.
http://www.timdoug.com/unpkg/
Run unpkg on the desktop.. it is very simple.. drag the AirPortUtility56.pkg file over to unpkg.. and it will create a new directory of the same name on the desktop.. 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 6.1 so don't try.. and you cannot or should not run them both at the same time.. so just ignore the toyland version.. the plastic hammer.. and start using 5.6.. a real tool.
For screen shots see this post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4668746?tstart=0

How do I configure an older airport express with Yosemite?

I Have an older airport express and my computer will not recognize it in Airport Uitlity. I tried using an older Airport Utility (5.6) but it cannot be run on Yosemite

Please help!
I can't create a new thread
I am trying to get a A1264 to connect to a Macbook pro 2014 with yosemite.
- Airport Express A1264 (from 2008)
- MacBook Pro Retina mid-2014
- Last updates Yosemite blah blah
I usually use my old Imac as a wifi sender. It's running on a VPN, cable plugged directly in the wall.
Please explain step by step what I should do. For now, I plugged the Airport in the wall and plugged the Ethernet cable in it. It lights green (no flashing). But Airport Utility (the new one and the old one) doesn't detect it and I don't have an option to set a new Airport. There is "configure others" but then it asks for address and password.
Thanks

I have an older airport express and my computer states that the air port utility version does not support it. Do I need to download an update? My Imac is from SEP of last year, the version with the optical drive

I have an older airport express. My airport utilities states that it does not support this base station. I am try ing to use the airport express in conjunction with a base station to air play my itunes library in another room. I have mountain lion on my Imac (purchased new in SEP of last year. My Imac was the last issued with an internal dvd drive.

Unfortunately, Apple discontinued support of the older AirPort base stations with the introduction of Lion and Mountain Lion.
You might be able to use a somewhat complicated workaround.....not supported by Apple.....if you want to try to use the older AirPort Express.
See this thread for details:
https://discussions.apple.com/message/21397085#21397085
More background info here:
http://www.macworld.com/article/1167965/mountain_lion_and_the_ancient_airport_ba se_station.html

I can't add an older airport express to OS 10.7.5? Want to use for wireless printing and iTunes.

I'm using an Airport Extreme model A 1301 for my home's wireless network. I have three of the older Airport Express model A1084, which I was using for remote speakers for iTunes and for a wireless printer set up, but discontinued using them at some point. I currently have OS 10.7.5, and I could have sworn I was using that OS the last time I used the A1084s, but maybe I updated to it afterwards, I can't remember. At any rate, I've plugged one of the units in, look for it in Airport Utility, and get a message "this version of airPort Utility doesn't support this base station. Use airPort Utility 5.6 to configure or manage this base station. AirPort Utility 5.6 is available at AirPort Service and Support." I go there, download the program, install it, and get a message "The installation failed. The installer encountered an error that caused the installation to fail. Contact the software manufacturer for assistance." Am I in a catch-22 here - am I not able to use the older A1084s because I need airPort Utility 5.6, but I can't use airPort Utility 5.6 because I have OS 10.7.5? Does this mean I may as well throw these older A1084s away?

If you have not already done so, I suggest that your start over on the AirPort Expess "from scratch" by performing a Factory Default Reset and then attempt to configure it to join the network again.
Resetting an AirPort Base Station or Time Capsule FAQ
If you have an older Express, make sure that you are not trying to configure it to connect to the 5 GHz network, as it is unable to do so.
Assuming that the name of the wireless network, wireless security setting and password on the Express match up with the AirPort Extreme, the Express should "join" the network if it is working correctly.
If you are still having problems, all that you really can do is try the default reset a few more times. If still no luck, the Express....which is at least 5-6 years old or older, may likely need to be replaced with a new model.

Older Airport Express and MacBook Air pairing....

Here's the story:
I have a MacBookAir (very nice) which I use in a place without a wired / telephone line / broadband internet access. So, I use a Vodaphone wireless broadband connection using a USB dongle. Works well. That, of course, uses up the only available USB port on the MacBookAir, which means I am not able to easily plug in my small portable printer, which also requires USB, unless I disconnect the Vodaphone dongle, unplug it, plug in the computer, printer, then reestablish the Vodaphone connection....you see the hassle !
I have an older Airport Express (not sure if it is a, b, g ?) probably 3 years old. I had thought that I could use it to create a wireless network with my MacBookAir to use for printing.
The configuration I envisaged was as follows: Airport Express in to plug socket; USB connection from AE to printer. No physical connection between AE or printer to MacBookAir.
Using Airport Utility I try to discover the AE but scanning comes up with nothing. The AE in the meantime when first plugged in shows solid green, then a solid amber, then after about 15 seconds goes to flashing amber. Evidently, the AE, Airport Utility and my MacBookAir are not finding each other.
So: is it that the older AE and the new MacBookAir are not compatible, using different versions of the 802.11 ? Or have I got the set up completely wrong ? - ie. does the AE not speak wirelessly to the computer ? - does it need another base station to create the wireless network eg. Time Capsule or Airport Express Base Station ? I thought an AE would create its own little wireless network.
Thoughts, suggestions, help all appreciated ! Thanks.

So: is it that the older AE and the new MacBookAir are not compatible, using different versions of the 802.11 ?
Yes, they are compatible. The older AirPort Express Base Station (AX) is a 802.11b/g-capable device, which the new MacBook Air also supports.
The MacBook Air should also have the latest version of the AirPort Utility already installed so it should just be a matter of setting up the AX for what you need. There are several way to configure the AX to share a USB printer. The two most common ways is either a "stand-alone" wireless network or to "join" it to an existing one. Since you don't appear to have the latter, here's the set up steps for a stand-alone configuration.
Perform a "factory default" reset of the AX
o (ref: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=108044)
Either connect to the AX's wireless network, or temporarily, connect directly (using an Ethernet cable) to the Ethernet port of the AX, and then, using the AirPort Utility (in Manual Setup), configure the following settings:
AirPort - Base Station
o Base Station Name: <whatever you wish or use the default>
o Base Station Password: <enter the desired base station administrator password>
o Verify Password: <re-enter the base station administrator password>
o Remember this password in my keychain: (optional)
o Set time automatically: (optional)
o Allow configuration over Ethernet WAN port: checked
AirPort - Base Station - Base Station Options
o Contact: (optional)
o Location: (optional)
o Status Light: Always On (Default)
AirPort - Wireless
o Wireless Mode: Create a wireless network
o Network Name: <enter name or leave default>
o Radio Mode: 802.11b/g compatible
o Channel: Automatic
o Wireless Security: None
AirPort - Wireless - Wireless Options
o Multicast Rate: 2 Mbps
o Transmit Power: 100%
o Create a closed network: unchecked
o Use interference robustness: unchecked
AirPort - Access Control
o MAC Address Access Control: Not Enabled
Internet - Internet Connection
o Connect Using: Ethernet
o Configure IPv4: Using DHCP
o DNS Server(s): (optional)
o Domain Name: (optional)
o DHCP Client ID: (optional)
o Ethernet WAN Port: Automatic (Default)
o Connection Sharing: Share a public IP address
Internet - DHCP
o DHCP Range: 10.0.1.x
o DHCP Beginning Address: 10.0.1.2
o DHCP Ending Address: 10.0.1.200
o DHCP Lease: 4 hours
o DHCP Message: (optional)
o LDAP Server: (optional)
Internet - NAT
o Enable default at: unchecked
o Enable NAT Port Mapping Protocol: checked
Once you verified that you can get Internet access for all of your computers, you should secure your wireless network. To do so, I suggest that you make these changes:
AirPort > Wireless
o Wireless Security: WPA/WPA2 Personal
o Wireless Password: <enter your desired wireless network security password>
o Verify Password: <re-enter the wireless password>
o Click on "Update" to save the settings to the AX.

Older Airport Express and new MacBookAir pairing....

Here's the story:
I have a MacBookAir (very nice) which I use in a place without a wired / telephone line / broadband internet access. So, I use a Vodaphone wireless broadband connection using a USB dongle. Works well. That, of course, uses up the only available USB port on the MacBookAir, which means I am not able to easily plug in my small portable printer, which also requires USB, unless I disconnect the Vodaphone dongle, unplug it, plug in the computer, printer, then reestablish the Vodaphone connection....you see the hassle !
I have an older Airport Express (not sure if it is a, b, g ?) probably 3 years old. I had thought that I could use it to create a wireless network with my MacBookAir to use for printing.
The configuration I envisaged was as follows: Airport Express in to plug socket; USB connection from AE to printer. No physical connection between AE or printer to MacBookAir.
Using Airport Utility I try to discover the AE but scanning comes up with nothing. The AE in the meantime when first plugged in shows solid green, then a solid amber, then after about 15 seconds goes to flashing amber. Evidently, the AE, Airport Utility and my MacBookAir are not finding each other.
So: is it that the older AE and the new MacBookAir are not compatible. using different versions of the 802.11 ? Or have I got the set up completely wrong ? - ie. does the AE not speak wirelessly to the computer ? - does it need another base station to create the wireless network eg. Time Capsule or Airport Express Base Station ? I thought an AE would create its own little wireless network.
Thoughts, suggestions, help all appreciated ! Thanks.

I have an older Airport Express (not sure if it is a, b, g ?)...
The configuration I envisaged was as follows: Airport Express in to plug socket;...
What do you mean by "plug socket"? Is that the AC/power connection?
...then after about 15 seconds goes to flashing amber.
That indicates that everything is OK but the AirPort Express (AX) could not get an IP address. You would expect that if the AX is not connected to the Internet.
So: is it that the older AE and the new MacBookAir are not compatible. using different versions of the 802.11 ?
The MacBook Air is compatible with 802.11b/g so you should be able to see and use the AX.
Some countries allow operation in different channels. US made and sold equipment only uses channels 1 to 11. If your AX is using a channel above 11 and the MacBook Air is a US model, the MacBook Air will not be able to connect. Try configuring the AX to use a channel between 1 and 11.
Using Airport Utility I try to discover the AE but scanning comes up with nothing.
Have you done a reset on the AX?
Have you tried temporarily connecting your MacBook Air (or another computer) to the AX via Ethernet to configure the AX?

Older Airport Express (circa 2006) and Time Capsule

Inexperienced user who did not find query related exactly to my question in the forum.
Present set up = New time Capsule (2TB) linked to modem (speed download 8mbps). WiFi working well for mixture of aged Apple iMacs, a MacBook, a MacBook Pro, a new IPad Air2 and a HP Windows laptop. Presently I have two printers - one new wireless Epson (working okay remotely) and an old HP Colour Laser 2600n wired directly by ethernet to the Time Capsule as it is not wireless. The latter printer is my workhorse and used the most.
Query = I need to move the HP LaserJet to a different location away from the Time Capsule. Therefore I wish to create wireless connectivity for it. I have an older Airport Express (circa 2006 or earlier) which I have not used for many years.
(A) Can this be configured to work with the current WiFi technology? Or is it preferable to buy the newer Airport Express?
(B) Any advice on installing the AE on the relocated printer would be welcome. Thank you.

Here you go....
Power off the AirPort Extreme if it is is on...and wait a minute
Then,, hold in the reset button first on the back of the AirPort Extreme, and keep holding it in for an additional 10 seconds while you simultaneously plug the power back into the AirPort Extreme
Release the reset button after the hold period, and allow a full minute for the AirPort Extreme to restart to a slow, blinking amber light status
On your iPad home screen....
Tap Settings
Tap WiFi
Tap on AirPort Extreme under the heading of Set Up a New AirPort Base Station
The utility will take a minute to analyze things, then suggest that the AirPort Extreme be configured to extend the Time Capsule network
Enter a name for the AirPort Extreme
Tap Next
The utility will set up everything for you. When you see the message of Setup Complete, tap Done. That's it.
Connect the printer to one of the three LAN <--> ports. You may need to restart both the printer and the AirPort Extreme to get things going.

Older Airport Express not showing up in Windows AirportUtility

I haver an older Airport Express, the kind that plugs right into an outlet. It's plugged into ethernet, I'm trying to use it to set up a second home network and use it for Airplay. It's too old to use Airport Utility on any of my Apple devices, but I have AU on a windows laptop to set it up. I bought it off of eBay, so after I first plugged it in I used AU on the Windows machine to reset the ApExp to factory defaults, just to zero out any old user settings. The problme is that since then, AU cannot find the ApExp!!
If I look in Wifi settings on my iPhone or iPad it displays the ApExp, and selecting it gives me the error that it cannot be set up with this software (because it's too old), just like before... but now, when I open AU the ApExp doesn't even show up! Even on the Windows machine, no Airport devices are found. The ApEx is plugged in correctly, and displays a flashing orange light, it has just completely vanished from Airport Utility... what's going on here??

If you decide to keep the new AirPort Extreme, you will need a newer "n" version of the AirPort Express if you want to try to extend the network using wireless only.
A "refurbished" Model A1264 would work, but it will only extend one band from your dual band AirPort Extreme.
A "new" Express, Model A1394 would be recommended since it will extend both bands.
You do have the option to use the old AirPort Express, but that would involve using a permanent wired Ethernet connection between the AirPort Extreme and AirPort Express.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to predict wireless performance in advance when the signal must pass through numerous walls and or a ceiling. For that reason, it would be a good idea to understand the store's return policy in advance if you want to try a new or refurbished Express.

Trying to install airport 5.6 to configure old UFO airport but doesn't show up in the app utility folder. How do you configure older Airports in OS X 10.7.5??

trying to install airport 5.6 to configure old UFO airport but doesn't show up in the app utility folder. How do you configure older Airports in OS X 10.7.5??

David Why? wrote:
... How do you configure older Airports in OS X 10.7.5??
Use the technique described in this thread: I can't install airport utility 5.6
Though it discusses Mountain Lion, you need to follow the exact same steps for OS X 10.7.5.
I no longer have any original AEBSs to test. You may need an even earlier version of AirPort Utility. If AirPort Utility 5.6 cannot configure yours, let me know and I will attempt to find the correct version for you. You will need to use the same "extraction" technique described above.
Edit: If 5.6 does not work try this one: AirPort Utility 5.5.3
Important: If you elect to drag that version to your Utilities folder, be sure to give it a unique name. I suggest "AirPort Utility 5.5.3" This is not necessary for AirPort Utility 5.6, which will retain that name on its own.

Replacing an older Airport Express with an N

My older Airport Express was used primarily for streaming music to a stereo system which was intermittently dropping out. Since proximity wasn't an issue it was suggested to upgrade to the N version.
After installing the Disc Version 1.5 and plugging in the new Airport Express, which is currently blinking amber, it doesn't show up in the Utility menu. The old unit shows up in the Utility menu when reinstalled.
Am I missing a fundamental step to introduce the new Airport Express unit into the network?

Vic,
I see you have multiple computers handy.
Have you tried any of your other computers using Airport Utility to find your new AX?
The new AX should show up as a new Base Station and be ready to configure unless something is wrong with it.
Some people like to attach ethernet cables to it to get started but I am not found of that.
I have owned 3 of the older "g" models and now 3 of the newer "n" models. Plus I have set up more AX's then I can count. Never had a problem.
If it can't be found wirelessly, then I would take it back.
However, first try some of your other computers and see if you can find the new AX...

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