New Time Capsule on Existing Network

I just got a 1TB Time Capsule that I've connected to an existing Network on an Airport Extreme. My existing Time Machine backups are on a LaCie Firewire external drive. Is there a way to get my existing backups from the Firewire drive to the new Time Capsule, then continue to do incremental backups? Or do I have to start over with Time Capsule, and save old backups on the LaCie? When I try to drag the backup file to the Time Capsule in Finder, I get an error message.

not compatible and read this article.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/06/answersto_time_capsule_readerquestions.html

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How do I add time capsule to existing network?

How do I add time capsule to existing network?

Ok.. I am still confused as an Express only has one ethernet for LAN not 4. So you perhaps have an extreme..
If you have an airport extreme.. plug the TC into the extreme with ethernet.. and set it up as bridge in router.
You can also create a wireless network that works alongside the extreme.. this is the best way.
It is also possible to setup the TC to extend the wireless of the extreme.. but this will make backups much slower.. at least half the speed if not worse.

Replace Time Capsule in existing network

Based on previous posts, I see it is recommended to "start from scratch." That's ok.
I will be replacing an old Time Capsule with a new (current gen).
Existing network includes two Airport Extremes.
Should they be reset? If so... soft, hard or factory?
Thx.

It really helps to start over. So my response is always factory reset.
But it does depend on how the Extremes are being used.. As roaming network with ethernet back to whatever is the main router,, it is less of an issue.. if they are extending wireless it is a very big issue.

Add a 4th génération time capsule to existing network

I have a regular router at home (in the basement) i would like to add a time capsule to my network at the 1st floor of my house to have more wifi power at the 2nd floor or outside an be able to configure time machine for my macbook air... Can I have both router on my network?

The Time Capsule can be installed virtually anywhere you want at your house if you connect an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN <-> ports on your basement router to the WAN "O" port of the Time Capsule.
Then configure the Time Capsule to create a wireless network using the same wireless network name, same security settings and same password as the basement router.
Finally, as the last step, make sure that the Time Capsule has been configured to operate in Bridge Mode to allow it to function correctly on the network.

Using Time Capsule with existing network?

I am planning on purchasing a Time Capsule, but would like to know if it's right for me before I buy it. Can someone please answer these questions I have about it;
What security do I have available on the Time Capsule to stop other people on the network accessing my backup, any attached devices and the settings of the Time Capsule?
If I plugged my Time Capsule into a network switch (switch is connected to the main router), will I then be able to attach ethernet devices to the Time Capsule without any speed loss for those devices?
I already have wifi but I would like to set up the Time Capsule with a different name and password (and leave the current wifi alone). If someone connected to the Time Capsule, can they access the devices which are connected to the original wifi, and the ones connected to the main router by ethernet?
Can I easily create a partition on my Time Capsule, so I can have 100GB of space available for copying/sharing files directly and then the rest for Time Machine backups?
Can iOS access the files or back up to the Time Capsule?
If I connected a printer to the Time Capsule, can iOS devices use it to print?
I know there's a lot of questions, but I'd appreciate any help with any of the questions.
Thanks.

What security do I have available on the Time Capsule to stop other people on the network accessing my backup, any attached devices and the settings of the Time Capsule?
There is a device password that will be required of any user who wants to access the Time Capsule disk. If the Time Capsule is also configured to provide a wireless network, users will need to enter the wireless network password to be able to connect to the network.
If I plugged my Time Capsule into a network switch (switch is connected to the main router), will I then be able to attach ethernet devices to the Time Capsule without any speed loss for those devices?
In this case, the Time Capsue would be configured to operate in Bridge Mode. It functions as another Ethernet switch in that type of setup. Speed should not be affected.
I already have wifi but I would like to set up the Time Capsule with a different name and password (and leave the current wifi alone). If someone connected to the Time Capsule, can they access the devices which are connected to the original wifi, and the ones connected to the main router by ethernet?
Yes, since the Time Capsule will be in Bridge Mode, devices that connect through the wireless on the Time Capsule will be on the same network as your main router...users connecting through the wireless on the Time Capsule and will be able to "see" other network devices.
Can I easily create a partition on my Time Capsule, so I can have 100GB of space available for copying/sharing files directly and then the rest for Time Machine backups?
No. In order to partition the Time Capsule drive, it would need to be removed from the Time Capsule case, placed in a separate caddy or enclosure and then connected directly to your Mac to allow Disk Utility access to the disk for the partition procedure. Then, you would have to reinstall the Time Capsule drive back in the Time Capsule case.
In addition to a lot of work, this will void the warranty on the product.
Can iOS access the files or back up to the Time Capsule?
iOS devices back up to iTunes on your computer. Then, when a Mac backs up to the Time Capsule using Time Machine, all of the data is backed up. In other words, iOS devices cannot back up directly to the Time Capsule drive using Time Machine.
Using an App like Filebrowser, it is possible to have the iOS device browse the contents of the Time Capsule drive, but the iOS device will not be able to open files that have been backed up using Time Machine.
The iOS device will likely open most other normal files stored on the Time Capsule drive if the proper App is installed on the iOS device.
If I connected a printer to the Time Capsule, can iOS devices use it to print?
Yes if the printer is AirPrint compatible. Check this Apple support document to see if your printer is on the list of compatible devices.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4356
Otherwise, you can add an App like Print Central to the iOS device to possibly allow printing from the iOS devices.

How to set up time capsule with existing network that uses airport express/extreme

I have an existing wirelss network using airport express. I want to upgrade to time capsule and use the A/P express upstairs. I dont want to delete the existing network.

I suggest to use your airport express to extend your wireless network that is created by your new time capsule

Configuring Time capsule to existing network

Existing network consists of Cisco DPC3825 modem (shaw network with a static IP (this is a home based office)) and a Cisco Linksys EA3500 router. I need to keep the existing router as i have several custom routing tables for VOIP and SIP related connectivity to my Zultys Phone System. I need to find a configuration that will allow me to use the time capsule for backups for my Mac OS (latest release with a new Macbook Pro) and have my 3TB external drive accessable for the WIndows Partiton and other PC's on network.
I tried just plugging the Capsule into the network, but it would never clear the flashing amber 'problem' indicator.
Suggestions please.

This is pretty simple.. setup the TC in bridge mode before you plug it into the network..
Decide how you will run wireless.. you can turn it off and just use the existing wireless or you can setup the TC to have a separate network.. but as the router is bridged it will function merely as a different AP to the same network.
Bridge is under network in the v6 utility.. change from nat+dhcp to off, bridge mode.

Pb to associate time capsule to existing network

Hello just bought a Time Capsule and tried to configure it by connecting it to existing network (freebox revolution v6).
Final aim is to use it as a wifi drive not connected to the freebox by ethernet.
I tried it several times : each time it failed. I even tried to change WEP codes to WPA, password length etc ... Failed.
If i configure it by creating a new network ok it works, but i want to use it not linked by ethernet to the box.
Don't know what to do, and start to regret this expense.
Please help

The Time Capsule is not designed to connect wirelessly, unless you are connecting it to another Apple router.
Even then, this is not recommended since backups will take twice as long as normal this way, due to a "double hop" that the signal must make during the backup process.
Backups will be much faster and more reliable if you connect the Time Capsule using an Ethernet connection.

Couldn't connect new time capsule to existing wifi

Hi everyone,
I need some help setting up my Time Capsule. I bought the latest model (2013) and received it today. I have an existing ATT U verse modem/router that creates 2WIRExxx connection and I am trying to connect to this network wirelessly from time capsule so that I can put it in different room.
Somehow when I select "Wireless" tab and choose "Extend a wireless network" it doesnt show my current wifi SSID in dropdown, although its just near by without any interference. When I connect it thru ethernet cable it works perfectly fine.
I also tried giving the SSID name and password, but while connecting it says your TC is set to connect to a network that cannot be found, please ensure it is in range and have good signal.
My Airport utility version is 6.3 (630.34) and time capsule version is 7.7.
Please help me setting up my TC.
Thanks,
Shantanu

Thanks for your answer.
I agree that its not the best way to setup the TC as an extension (Bridge Mode) to existing wireless, but here is what I want to achieve and if you have a better idea for me, please let me know.
My ATT Modem and Router is one device and cannot be seperated.
I want to use TC as following:
1. Backing up my data using Time Capsule (Regular Wireless Backup)
2. setup as NAS for other USB HDDs I have.
3. Use as a print server for my printer setup in my office.
My current ATT modem+Router is in different room and cannot be setup in my office so I have no choice but to use TC as in Bridge Mode and connect wirelessly to main router to support all above tasks as they cannot be achieved with ATT modem+Router(It doesnt have USB support).
The problem I am facing is that TC is not able to find the wifi signal (I dont know why). It didnt do even when I tried to set it up first time. I do not think it wouldn't support non apple wireless extension, there must be a very good reason for not doing that. But when connected with wire to existing router (LAN Port not WAN/Modem), it works perfectly fine.
Thanks,
Shantanu

Bridging Time capsule thru existing network

İ have tried to bridge myTC thru Huawai gway thru ceeating a new network option at airport utility to able to make use of Ethernet ports but cannot access internet. It seems like my TC and Mac recieves wireless and LAN IP adresses but internet connection at Airpot Utility is all yellow. What am i doing wrong or missing?

Insure that you have an Ethernet cable connection from one of the LAN <-> ports on the Huawai gateway to the WAN "O" port on the Time Capsule.
Check to make sure that the Time Capsule has been configured to operate in Bridge Mode.

Add time capsule to existing network to make subnetwork (two routers?)

We have a modem/router (motorola) provided by isp to connect to internet. Most devices connect to this wirelessly. We just purchased an Airport + Time Capsule to create a subnetwork (add to existing network via ethernet cable), so that only a few devices can wirelessly connect to Airport + Time capsule to store time machine back up and to wirelessly print to one printer connected by usb to Time Capsule. When I select "I want to add to existing network" the motorola only shows up as a wireless, can't see the wired option. I tested that the ethernet cable works and connected to one port on motorola and WAN on Time Capsule. How do I tell Airport + Time Capsule to connect to motorola modem/router via the ethernet cable? I think I want it to connect via cable because I don't want the Airport to replace the existing router, rather I want to end up with two routers (one for entire network, and second one just for subnetwork).
Thank you.

Ok, your question confused me with the airport and TC as if it is two things not one.
when I connect the ethernet cable to TC, why doesn't modem/router show up in connect to list? Or if wrong list, where should I look, to select, to get it to "see" what it is connected to by ethernet?
Are you using v6 in Lion utility? I am using SL with 5.5 utility. There is no such place that I can find. (You will do better downloading and using v5.6 for Lion anyway).
On the manual setup.. summary page it will show the IP you get on the WAN port. From default settings this will all work properly.. there is nothing you need to do.
Plug ethernet from modem router to TC wan port. When you do the TC will get an IP.
If you open the internet tab, you can see Connect using.. ethernet. Just leave that. and everything else on auto.
For connection sharing, you still need to share a public IP.. although TC will complain you are not using public but private IP.. there is nothing you can do about that. Just set the TC to ignore the error double NAT.
When I began installation, I plugged everything in, then plugged in power. I opened Airport Utility, and followed on-screen instructions, but when selecting "connect to existing network with ethernet cable" my modem/router doesn't appear in the list.
Do not use connect to existing network.. that will bridge the TC which you don't want.
You have to use the existing network as if it is public network. And stuff behind your TC is private.
If I set the TC to bridge mode, won't it "take over" all router activity, and the first group of computers won't be able to connect directly to motorola? (I don't want this first group of computers to be able to connect to the TC).
Also, I don't want the TC to connect to the motorola wirelessly.)
If you set the TC to bridge it will not route at all... it will become a client of the existing network. And all IP addresses will be taken from the Motorola.. you will have one flat network, which is what usually people want.
If you are still struggling.. do this.
1. Tell me the IP address the existing Motorola is passing to the clients. Your one big issues here is making sure they are in fact on two different subnets.
2. As long as condition of 1 is fulfulled this will work at default setting. Reset the TC by holding down the reset for 10sec.
Plug Lan motorola to WAN TC.
Plug a computer into the TC to do setup.
Set up as if you have public IP on wan. Tell TC to ignore double NAT.
Set wireless and TC names as you want.
Now test internet.. on a client computer on the TC. it should work fine. At least for everything that doesn't need interactive connection.
3. You can improve things by using DMZ in the Motorola to the TC. That alleviates at least some of the issues that arise with double NAT.

Time capsule on existing network

I have a go flex home on my network. Recently switched to mac (June 2011) and have been using my goflex to store my time machine backup. I went on vacation to come back to time machine not recognizing my goflex and my backups magically were deleted. Anyway, will Time capsule work with on an existing network. I'd hate to get rid of my router when there is nothing wrong with it. Thanks.

not compatible and read this article.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/03/06/answersto_time_capsule_readerquestions.html

Introducing time capsule to existing network

I have my cable modem connected to a Cisco router (my main network) and connected to that a buffalo dd-wrt router that I use for my vpn. Can I just substitute the time capsule for the Cisco router and et up my home network that way? Wht do I need to be concerned about? Thanks for anyone's help!

You might find the TC does not handle vpn very well. It doesn't handle upnp at all you know.. so it depends what the rest of the network consists of.
You can always slip the TC into the network as a bridged device. plugged into the Cisco as well.

Setting up Time Capsule on existing network

Apologies if this has been answered before, I looked at relevant discussions but couldn't find the exact solution.
I currently use a FIOS router/connection which I share with my roommate. I just purchased a TC that I intend to use for backups.
Ideally, I'd like to keep the TC in my room (not where the router is), but this is not completely necessary. And obviously, I'd prefer whichever option provides the best speed for internet connection. Backup speed is secondary, as my computer is not going anywhere (it's a desktop).
What is the best way to set up the Time Capsule: should I plug it into the router via Ethernet? The computer via Ethernet? Is there a way to do it all over wireless?
I'm using a new TC with a Mac Pro, OS 10.9.2.
Your help is much appreciated!

You can locate the TC anywhere that an Ethernet cable will reach. Runs up to 300 feet are possible with virtually no signal loss.
Best performance option.......Ethernet from the router to the TC.....Ethernet from the TC to the Mac
Next best option.....Ethernet from the router to the TC.....Wireless from the TC to the Mac
Expect a 15-25% loss in speed with each wall that the wireless signal must pass through between the TC and the Mac. Here, I am assuming that you do not have cement walls.

Add 1TB Time Capsule to existing network

Dear all,
I've recently installed a 3TB timecapsule, replacing a 1TB TC (3rd gen).
But as the 1TB TC has a 1 TB hard-disk, I'd like to add the 1TB TC to my network so I can use the the 1TB storage.
Is this possible, and if yes how should I do this?
Thanks for your feedback

Connect an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN <--> ports on your 3 TB Time Capsule to one of the LAN <--> ports on the old Time Capsule.
Now, when you open a Finder window, you will see two Time Capsules under the SHARED heading on the left side of the window.

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