Trying to set up FTP server

I am trying to set up an FTP server using my macbook. I have followed the steps on http://www.macinstruct.com/node/152 but where I am running into trouble is that I have to assign a static ip to my computer. My home network is as follows: ISP -> D-Link DI-604UP router -> Airport Express (bridge mode) -> Macbook. Do I need to set up the Airport Express with a static ip as well, or can it remain dynamic and simply set my macbook to static. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

Do I need to set up the Airport Express with a static ip as well, or can it remain dynamic and simply set my macbook to static
Since your AirPort is running in Bridge mode (which it should be in this setup) then the AirPort IP address doesn't matter. Only the Mac server needs a static IP address.
Even so, consider the implications of using FTP - it's an insecure protocol and you run the risk of exposing your system to unwanted attention from hackers, bots and scripts that will try to exploit weak FTP services. Before you go much further I'd recommend evaluating what you're trying to achieve, and whether there's a better (i.e. non-FTP) way of doing it.

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