Network Setup of Apple Extreme behind Pace DSL Model model 4111N

All,
I am doing work at my CEO's house on his wireless network. They have ATT as their DSL service and 5-6 Apple express access points.
They now want a guest network in the house. I need to figure out the following:
1. Is there a way for the Apple Extreme to be able to use guest network if DHCP is shut off on that device. I have tried multiple times, but it appears DHCP is needed for the guest network.
2. If I have to use DHCP on the apple extreme, Any thoughts on how to disable on the ATT router? I talked with support for ATT and they said I need a static IP, which may be correct, but wanted to see if anyone else had any experience with this first.
Any help is appreciated here.
Shane

System Preferences/Internet & Network/Network
Unlock the padlock
Locations: Automatic
Highlight Airport
Click the Assist Me button
In the popup window click the Diagnostic button.
System Preferences/Network- Unlock padlock. Highlight Airport. Network Name-select your name. Click on the Advanced button. Airport/Preferred Networks-delete all that is not your network.
Place a check mark next to "Remember networks this computer has joined." Click the OK button and lock the padlock. Restart your computer.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1920 Mac OS: How to release and renew a DHCP lease
No internet connection (wireless)
Check to see if an extra entry is present in the DNS Tab for your wireless connection (System Preferences/Network/Airport/Advanced/DNS).
Delete all extra entries that you find.
Place a check mark next to "Remember networks this computer has joined."
Troubleshooting a network printer
My week old MBP
You have 14 days from the date of purchase to return your computer or exchange. Something to think about if your issue turns out to be an hardware issue.
You can also call Apple tech support as you have 90 days of free phone support.

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