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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