Time capsule ethernet setup

I have a time capsule that I am trying to use as a time machine with an ethernet connection to my iMac 27 late 2012. The time machine setup doesn't seem to recognize the time capsule. What am I doing wrong?

the router mode is greyed out.
It is in bridge so that doesn't matter.
I can't turn off the wreless on my mac, as it provides access to the internet
No, if you turn off wireless then you access internet and both TC by ethernet.. there is no need for wireless.
If you want to use your old TC in complete network isolation you can do that.
You need to reset it to router mode.. and it will have no other connection than to the imac.. you are creating a secondary network.
The info is in the post here.. near the bottom with all the screen shots for the setup.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4817218?tstart=30
I would load 5.6 utilty onto your computer as it does manual setup better with the old TC.
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 (now 6.2 if you updated) 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

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Very slow transfer to Time Capsule (Ethernet)

I am trying to transfer 80 gb to my Time Capsule (Ethernet) but transfer is very slow (100 kb/s). How can I fix it?

Plug the TC into the Computer by ethernet and make sure the computer shows the link is running at gigabit.. if not replace the cable.
Turn off wireless.. there should be only one data path.. ethernet.
Turn IPv6 to link local only in the computer network setup for ethernet.

Hi i would like to know how to extend the range of my time capsule wifi network(500G 802.11n) using an airport express. i have a double storey home and would like to extend range to my upstairs bedrooms.i have a time capsules network setup via a netgear a

hi i would like to know how to extend the range of my time capsule wifi network(500G 802.11n) using an airport express. i have a double storey home and would like to extend range to my upstairs bedrooms.i have a time capsules network setup via a netgear adsl.i have a second imac upstairs which connects to time capsule wifi network (it is within range as it is directly abobe on 1st floor)
could you tell me how best to set airport express up to extend my wifi range?

Greetings,
This is called an "Extended wireless network".
Read this article for details and steps on how to extend your TimeCapsule's network:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4259
Cheers.

Time Capsule Wireless Setup

Hi,
Currently my wireless router is located outside my room, i'm going to setup Apple Time Capsule in my room and I don't want to use LAN cable to connect time capsule to my network. Is it possible to use wireless?

Is it possible to use wireless?
Yes, if your "main" wireless router is also an Apple AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, or Time Capsule.
Otherwise, you will need to connect the Time Capsule to your modem/router using a wired Ethernet cable, as illustrated in the Setup Guide.

How to configure Time Capsule for setup of an IP camera?

First, a summary of my gear: Internet service provider = Verizon FIOS. FIOS uses an ActionTec Router (Model MI424WR). The ActionTec does the routing, assignment of private IP addresses and NAT. The ActionTec has wireless capability but I have DISABLED the wireless piece of ActionTec. I use Time Capsule (4rth generation, 802.11n, Version 7.6) for my wireless LAN. The Time Capsule is hardwired to the ActionTec via Ethernet.
My objective is to setup a Foscam IP camera (Model FI8918), connected wirelessly with Time Capsule, so that I can control the Foscam from both inside and outside of my wireless LAN from my iPhone running a Foscam app. If anyone has managed to get an IP camera up and running in the scenario described above, I would appreciate any tips and info, especially when it comes to port forwarding and connection sharing. For example, do I need to setup port forwarding on both the ActionTec and Time Capsule? What type of connection sharing? Right now, the Time Capsule is in bridge mode.

I have yet to setup my cameras, but I can tell you that since the Time Capsule is configured in Bridge Mode....and that is the correct setting for it when it is connected to the Actiontec Gateway/Router.....that any port forwarding or other configuration must take place within the Actiontec router.
In Bridge Mode, the Time Capsule is acting as a simple pass through device even though it is functioning as a wireless access point.
Everything on the network gets an IP address from the Actiontec device, so that is where you will need to concentrate with the configuration of the cameras.
It's unlikely that an Actiontec expert is here on an Apple support forum, but you never know. Might be a good idea to also post in an Actiontec support forum.

Time Capsule Ethernet Help

Hi
I'm trying to set up a Time Capsule to connect to the router via Ethernet and let me do my initial backup through Ethernet to my computer and then be able to do wireless backups after that. And I will be able to connect to the internet wirelessly.
Now my problem is Everybody tells me that if I plug my router(NETGEAR) into my Time Capsules WAN port via Ethernet and set it up to extend the network that It would work. But When I plug it into the WAN port and choose that option it gives me a list of available devices(routers) that are connected via ethernet. My router is not there. All I see is "Previous Time Capsule Config".
Now what? No matter what I do I can get it to pick up my router via ethernet.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

You need to bridge the Time Capsule.
Go to the top menu Internet and select connect using ethernet and then below that, connection sharing.. choose bridge mode.
Now it doesn't matter what port the TC is plugged into the main router. And wireless can be setup as you like.. but you are not extending the wireless. You are using it as a simple AP.
Does the Netgear have wireless? If so you can use manual channel setup in the TC .. just use a different channel to the Netgear.

ISP Router/Modem Time Capsule - Optimal Setup

I've read many different threads on this issue but none have really address my question fully, so posting this in the hopes of getting some feedback.
I currently have an ISP that supplies a DSL Modem/Router that serves a dual purpose, provide me with internet and TV service. In Canada it's called Bell Fibe TV. Currently, I have the ISP Modem Wifi OFF, wired it to my Time Capsule and use it to provide Wifi throughout the house.
My question is related to all my other devices and whether they should be connected to the Time Capsule or the ISP Router. Time Capsule and Router are both located in the basement. I have my house hard wired with ethernet to the basement with 3 main outlets, one in the basement for my iMac computer/office, one on the main floor, and one on the top floor.
I have two 3 Apple TV's, one in the basement, one on the main floor and one on the top floor. I use a 5-port ethernet switch on the main floor as I have a variety of different devices there ie: Apple TV, TV Receiver Box, Sonos Player etc. I also have an Airport Express that is wirelessly extending my Wifi.
What is the optimal setup in this situation? I have my Time Capsule on DHCP with router mode OFF (Bridged). Should I be connecting the hard-wired ethernet cables that go throughout the house to the ISP Router/Modem or to the Time Capsule? Does it matter? In recent weeks, I've noticed some odd issues where my Apple TV will lose its network settings and not find the network.
Also, I noticed in BRIDGE mode, there's no way to setup a Guest account on Wifi.
Looking for any suggestions/help on this.
Thanks

My question is related to all my other devices and whether they should be connected to the Time Capsule or the ISP Router.
If the Time Capsule is configured correctly, it makes no difference whether devices connect to the Time Capsule or the ISP modem/router, since both the modem/router and Time Capsule are on the same network.
I have my Time Capsule on DHCP with router mode OFF (Bridged)
That is the correct setting for your situation.
Should I be connecting the hard-wired ethernet cables that go throughout the house to the ISP Router/Modem or to the Time Capsule?
See answer above.
The best practice, wiring wise, would be to connect an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN <--> ports on the modem/router to an Ethernet switch. Then connect the Time Capsule and all other Ethernet connections to the switch.
Performance will not be any better this way, but the network layout and troubleshooting are easier in this type of setup. If you do not want to add a switch, then connect to the most convenient port on either the modem/router or Time Capsule.
Also, I noticed in BRIDGE mode, there's no way to setup a Guest account on Wifi.
That is correct. The Guest Network feature will only work correctly if the Time Capsule is the main router for a network....not a bridge to the network.

Time Capsule Ethernet Connection Problem

I have a Time Capsule running the latest firmware 7.4.1
Works find with the wireless connection. When I plugin my Macbook Pro 15" with an ethernet cable and turn off the Airport, internet connection is fine for about 5-10 mins, then internet connection drops. I still have connection to the Time Capsule to access the harddrive etc but no internet access. If I then disconnect the ethernet cable, turn on the airport it works fine again. Any ideas?

Did you buy a second hand iMac.. you have listed Lion as the OS in the profile section at the bottom.. Any new Mac would of course have Mountain Lion.
Please tell me what kind of broadband you have and model of modem router.
What version is the utility? It has to be 6.3.1 to work with the new TC.. please plug directly into the router and get the latest airport utility if you don't have it.
You also need to set IPv6 for local link to get this working.. see
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4597
Now once you have made sure all is ready..
Plug the TC into the computer by ethernet.. turn off wireless in the computer.. simply click the wifi symbol in the top menu area and shut it off. Do this in total network isolation. Just Mac and TC.
Make sure the computer gets an IP from the TC.. open the network preferences.. you should get 10.0.1.2 with a newly reset TC.
Open the airport utility and set the TC to bridge mode. thusly.
Setup wireless to create a wireless network.
Forget the guest network.. that was a mistake apple made in the setup.. in bridge the TC cannot do guest.
I recommend you use all names that are short, no space and pure alphanumeric.
Update the TC and plug it into the main router by ethernet.. you can use ethernet or wireless to connect to it.
Tell us how you go.

Xbox Time Capsule ethernet moderate NAT

I am using DSL, 6 mbps
Time Capsule with latest firmware
ethernet cable to Xbox 360
Xbox network test shows that I am running a moderate NAT. Experiencing significant lag.
How can I get the NAT to be open?

Update: I have purchased a Linksys N-Gaming adapter, and it has enabled me to connect to the Time Capsule wirelessly.
I still haven't been able to change the NAT settings on TC in order to get an open NAT with the Xbox Live connection.

Time capsule ethernet transfer slow

I have a new 3 tb time capsule. I have used it to back up my mac before doing a fresh install. I also transfered my large 250gb iphoto library via ethernet cable to the time capsule in a seperate folder. When I completed the new install of mountain lion I used migration assistant to transfer the base data and then individually transfered documents and sub folders with minial fuss. 50 gb taking 1hr. I am now trying to transfer the iphoto library and it is giving me a 7-22 days transfer time. This makes no sense, please advise.

Time estimates are displayed using the current connection rate.
It is normal for the backup to start quite slowly as it tries to analyze all of the data to be backed up or transferred, and then speed up significantly for the bulk of the transfer and then slow down a bit toward the end of the backup.

New Time Capsule Ethernet operating at 100mbps

Hi,
A collegue of mine just bought a new time capsule for our office (3TB one) which features '3 gigabit ethernet ports'. I have my Macbook Pro plugged into a Belkin Thunderbolt Dock and the ethernet from that to the TC (the ethernet socket in dock is gigabit). When doing this I only get 100mbps, but if I take the ethernet cable plugged into the WAN port of the TC and put it into my dock I get 1 Gigabit connection through my thunderbolt dock.
Clearly it is the TC limiting the link speed, and at the moment it is better to operate on wifi with a link speed of 450mbps. My question is what do I have to configure on the time capsule to allow the ethernet ports to give a 1 Gigabit link speed.
Help is appreciated!
Regards,
Jayden

Two TCs here both check in at Gigabit Ethernet on all of the LAN ports, so you might want to take the TC to an Apple Store or Apple Servicer if you have one near you to let them take a look.
There are no port settings or adjustments in AirPort Utility 6.x to make changes to the Ethernet ports.

Backup - time capsule - ethernet - won't connect

I left my time capsule unconnected for a period of time, over a week anyway. I commenced a backup - unsurprisingly, using wireless it was taking a very long time.
I wanted to speed it up. I connected ethernet cable to ethernet ports in Macbook and Time Capsule. However, it won't connect. It says 'back up disk not available'.
I have looked around discussion topics and can't see a solution.
Anyone experience something similar or able to advise? Many thanks

I managed to work it out. You have to disable the wireless operation of the Time Capsule before you can get an ethernet connection to work. Wrongly assumed they might just operate as alternatives.
SO all sorted now ...

Speed limitation on Time Capsule Ethernet WAN port

I have a Time Capsule 2TB model A1409 that is connected to a Motorola Cable Modem SBV5121 and only connects to it ("green light") when the Ethernet WAN port is set to 10 Mbps/Half Duplex (fastest speed - average 5 Mbps for download) or 10 Mbps/Full Duplex (slowest speed - average 3 Mbps for download). No other mode can get a connection "green light". Time capsule software is 7.6.1.
Today I connected a Cisco Linksys E2500 router to the same cable modem and download speed increased to 10 Mbps which is what I am paying for my ISP. I haven't even touched the ethernet WAN port configuration. Straight forward.
I would be grateful if someone could point out a configuration change that would allow my TC to connect as fast as this Cisco router.

fcamineiro wrote:
It works fine in Bridge Mode with a Thomson Integrated Modem/Router. But I don't want to use this configuration since I won't be able to use the TC's Guest Network.
Just tried connecting with Cisco's ethernet cable but remained the same.
Is it possible to bridge the Thomson??
Stick a small cheapo switch between the TC and Morotola and see if that fixes it.. as I said, not all chips quite talk to each other.. even in this day and age.
And Motorola cable modems seem to have more problems than most .. this is not new to me.

Time Capsule/Ethernet Connectivity

Got a bit of a dilemma with my Time Capsule as of yesterday.
It's a August 2009 model, 1 TB, always running so there is no doubt that there are many hours on it.
On the modem; the power, dsl, and internet lights are on (and the ethernet light when directly plugged into my MacBook Pro.
I have reset the Time Capsule (a hard reset) by using the reset button on the rear and holding until the orange light flashes fast.
AirPort Utility does not receive signal from Time Capsule, but green light next to "Internet" is on when directly connected to the modem via ethernet cable.
Tried switching ethernet cables used between modem and Time Capsule with no success. All units off/on off/on off/on, phone cable removed from wall and plugged back in, all to no avail.
Time Capsule makes an assortment of sounds, at the moment it is making a repetitive hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss, with a ticking noise coming from around the ethernet port (like a clock ticking).
Recently, within the last month, a message about not being able to back up has surfaced repetititvely and I ignored it because I don't keep important files on this computer. (I only use the Time Capsule as a router, really)
Usually after playing around with it all for a while it comes back, but I've been messing with it for a few hours now.
Hopefully someone knows the trick to get all of this back up and running, as it always worked almost perfectly until yesterday.

The TC has gone past its useby date.. the sounds it is making all point to a dead power supply.. this was common problem with Gen1 and Gen2.
Either fix or replace it. Nowadays replace is more economic unless you want to DIY.
https://sites.google.com/site/lapastenague/a-deconstruction-of-routers-and-modem s/apple-time-capsule-repair

Time Capsule ethernet connection drops when backup on Windows XP

Hi,
I have my Time Capsule connected with ethernet cable to my computer (Windows XP Pro SP3) everything works just fine until I start a backup from the PC.
The disk is connected to my PC as a network drive and I use the softare Cobian for the backup.
The connection drops after few minutes (not even 12G) of backup and I then can't access to the Time Capsule or internet...nothing works anymore.
After a reboot I can access to the Time Capsule again.
DOES IT WORK WITH WINDOWS ?????
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