Using time capsule without wireless

We are living in military housing in Naples, Italy and must use the router/modem provided to us for wireless. I bought the Time Capsule before leaving the states and was using it as a router but had not completed the first back up. I would like to now back up my computer onto the Time Capsule, but I need to do it without accessing the wireless capabilities and can't figure it out! Can anyone help me figure out how to do this? Thanks!

My question: is it possible to use the TC as a bridge without running Ethernet between it and the FiOS modem/router?
Not with any Verizon or FIOS products....( or any other manufacturers' products).... that I have ever used. Unfortunately, Apple uses proprietary "extend" settings for their products, which are designed to only work with other Apple routers. There may be a compatible device out there somewhere, but we have yet to find it in 5+ years of looking.
OR would I better returning the TC and putting the money towards something like a Netgear WiFi Booster or Extender and then getting a cheaper drive for backups?
Netgear claims to have some "universal" extenders, but the ones that I tested were not "universal" enough to work with Apple routers, so it might be a good idea to understand the store's return policy before you buy.
Does the TC need to be attached with Ethernet or not?
Yes, in my opinion. In some rare cases it might be possible to connect the TC using wireless, but it will not "extend" or provide any more wireless coverage when it is setup this way. And backups will take FOREVER because the wireless signal must make a double hop to get to the TC. Definitely not recommended.
I would like to keep my setup as simple as possible.
Trying to connect the TC using wireless would not meet that goal.
As far as the old AirPort, I doubt that it would be worth the effort....my opinion.

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How to use time capsule for wireless back-up but not internet?

Hello,
I have a tower and recently a laptop at work. The tower is connected to our local network with an ethernet cable and the laptop with wireless. So, the internet connection is fine for both.
I was hoping to use my time capsule to do time machine backups on my laptop. Do you have any advice on how to configure this? I do not want to use the time capsule to extend my Internet, as I believe my work I.T. would prefer to handle all access to their network.
Perhaps there is some documentation about doing this that you could point me to? I have not been able to find it.
Thank you for your help.

Your original question was How to use Time Capsule for wireless back-up but not Internet?
There is no reason for you to connect the tower....or anything else...using Ethernet if your goal remains that same as you stated.
If you are asking if you can backup the Tower using Ethernet, and not wireless, then you can connect the tower to one of the LAN <-> ports on the Time Capsule....not the WAN port.
Yes, it appears to work without plugging into my tower.
Correct, it will work.
I just have to select the network that it created. Of course, I have no access to the Internet while this is happening and it can not auto backup, unless I am on that wireless signal.
As I stated, that is the downside to trying to back up without an Internet connection. You have to establish another network...and backup over that network.
If you are asking if you can stay connected to the work network while also backing up to your non-Internet "private" network, that is not possible.

Can you use time capsule without leopard?

I just wanted to know if time capsule can be used to back up etc without adding leopard?
I'm using the last Tiger update and am reluctant to buy leopard osx if i don't have to as i like tiger.
Lee

im running Tiger and i want to purchase Time Capsule. i dont really care about using Time Machine or not, and dont want to update to Leopard at the moment. from what i've read here, i can still use Time Capsule, but does this mean the only way i can back-up is wirelessly? or does Time Capsule have a hard line option to connect my MacBook directly to it using a cable?

Using Time Capsule without it being a router

I Have a Time Capsule connected to my Mac Mini (OS X 10.8.3) by ethernet cable, but not connected to my cable modem. I have an existing wireless network and wish to continue using that. I have the Time Capsule working okay for auto back-ups but every time I restart or wake the Mac I get set up screens that want to configure the Time Capsule as a router. How do I stop those? Or can the Time Capsule connect wirelessly to my other network as a hard drive device and not be a router itself?

Do not use the TC by wireless to your other network, unless it happens to also use an apple router.. I am guessing not.
That will reduce your backup speed to a crawl. It will also load up wireless network unnecessarily.
In fact your network layout is not making any real use of the TC at all.. an external hard disk plugged into USB port of the mini would be faster, more relaible and better. The TC can perhaps be used in different way.
Anyway to setup the TC correctly for dual network.
Follow the instructions with pics at the bottom of this thread.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4817218?tstart=30
I went to a fair bit of trouble to post all the details there.
Anything you have issues with or don't follow just ask.

Using Time Capsule Without Network Connection

In my room I have a USB printer connected to my Time Capsule. Without configuring the time capsule to connect to my home's wireless network I'd like to:
- Back up to my time capsule wirelessly using Time Machine
- Be able to print wirelessly
Is this possible? If so, how?
Thank you.

No it isn't possible.
Edit.. LOL!! my answer is opposite to BOB.. I assume you want internet at the same time. He is assuming you will swap from using internet to only using the TC in local network and hence removing all internet connections. So my answer is based on how to get them working at the same time.
What you want is two separate wireless networks.. with no links. And to use both networks simultaneously on only one wireless client card. No can do!!
What is possible.
You have to connect the TC to the main wireless router. I strongly recommend this be done by ethenet or an ethernet replacement technology like Ethernet over Power EOP .. the adapters are now cheap and fast enough for wireless link. You will turn off wireless in the TC although you can also set it up with identical ssid and security on a different channel.. then you have one flat network and all devices can roam.
Alternatively..
You need two wireless clients in the laptop/computer you use.
You can buy a usb stick compatible with the OS used.. os x although you nowhere state the type of system. USB stick wireless are cheap and plenty are available that will work fine with Mac OS drivers.
On the USB stick, setup manual network with different IP subnet to the main router, and no gateway or dns. This will allow you to communicate to two different subnets at the same time. (On OS X it does not strictly need such care with gateway and dns as you can control the order of devices better than on a pc.. just the same I would do it manually)
Of course you could also just plug in ethernet and do the same thing.
As per Bob definitely do the backup numero uno by ethenet.. it will take ages by wireless and the chance of a corrupted backup is so so much greater in which case it will just start again.

Using Time Capsule without lan cable

The new router issued by my ISP is without ethernet connection. Can I use my time capsule to share the internet connection instead of the router directly, without lan cable?

The Time Capsule can do what you want if it connects to a wireless signal produced by another Apple wireless router, but it would not be comatible with a 3rd party wireless router.
You might want to get with your ISP and ask them if they have another router available with industry standard things....like an Ethernet port.

Can i use time capsule without internet connection?

I bought Time Capsule 4th Gen. 2Tb without knowig that it is a router. I already have Netgear N900, and I don't know if I can use them both together. Currently, it looks like I cannot connect to Apple Time Capsule (ATC) without the internet connection. I neither have to figure out how to use ATC without the internet, or figure out way to use both of the router at the same time. Please help me with this problem. This is my first MacbookPro, and everything is new to me. I would appreciate any kind of help! Thank you!

Ok .. this is pretty easy.
You plug the WAN port on TC into the N900 LAN port by ethernet.
Open the airport utility on the Mac.
Simply allow it to automatically setup and it should select bridge mode.. if not just jump in at the end .. click on the edit under the summary and go to the network tab and select bridge.
Then go to the wireless tab and make sure you are creating a wireless name.. you can give it the same name as the N900 same security same password.. this is called roaming network.
Or use a different name.. use short, no spaces and pure alphanumeric.
I have given a different name to 5ghz.
It will not matter which wireless you connect to but the TC is faster on the 5ghz for backups.

Using Time Capsule without an internet connection

Hi,
I've searched everywhere for a definitive answer to my question, but haven't been able to find it. Can anyone help me with this?
I've got a new MacBook, and a now-full 320GB external HDD full of movies and music. However, I'm working overseas and don't want to commit to an internet subscription at home. The question I'd like to ask is hopefully quite simple:
Can I use a Time Capsule as an external HDD to store my iTunes library (no backing-up at all), wirelessly, without an internet subscription?
I don't want to have to plug my MacBook into anything, but I still want to access my movies etc. Is this possible?
Furthermore, I'm thinking of getting an Apple TV further down the line, and hooking it into my Time Capsule-based network. Can I then stream my iTunes library to my Apple TV, with or without my MacBook turned on?
Thanks

Hogeyhogeybear, welcome to the discussions!
"Can I use a Time Capsule as an external HDD to store my iTunes library (no backing-up at all), wirelessly, without an internet subscription?"
Yes
"I don't want to have to plug my MacBook into anything, but I still want to access my movies etc. Is this possible?"
Yes
"Furthermore, I'm thinking of getting an Apple TV further down the line, and hooking it into my Time Capsule-based network. Can I then stream my iTunes library to my Apple TV, with or without my MacBook turned on?"
Yes.
When you set up the Time Capsule, you will create a wireless network, choose security settings, etc., but will skip the internet set up portion. You will get 2-3 error messages stating that you will not be connected to the internet once the Time Capsule is updated with your settings, but you can just ignore them.

Using Time Capsule to Wirelessly Receive Internet and then Extend Network via Ethernet

Hello,
Our modem/router combo is located downstairs, and my computer that i want to get online is upstairs. I cannot get a ethernet from the modem to my computer to access the internet, so I wanted to try to use my Time Capsule to help me get online upstairs (not sure if this is possible...)
My idea was to have the Time Capsule receive the wireless signal and then connect the computer to the Time Capsule through an ethernet so that I may get the computer online. Essentially wireless connection in, wired connection out.
I've been playing around with the device for a while now, and can't seem to make this work. Has anyone used the Time Capsule in this fashion? Is it even possible? If not, does anyone have any suggestions on how to get my computer online?
Thank you very much for any help/input!!

Why not try a pair of these over domestic power loop.
http://www.netgear.com/home/products/powerline-and-coax/high-performance/XAVB510 1.aspx#two
Not cheap though Best buy link
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/NETGEAR+-+Powerline+Ethernet+Adapter+Kit/5042106.p?i d=1218603011817&skuId=5042106
The Apple solution might well need Two devices to extend range.
You would retain your ISP router/modem however would go into settings and TURN OFF wireless on that device - you can do this in the Java Web based control panels on most routers.
Now you sling the Ethernet cable between that router and a purchased Time Capsule device locally and set this up to create a new local Wifi network (Replacing that of the ISP supplied router) . Being a dual band device and being able to broadcast both over 2.4 Ghz and 5 Ghz frequency base bands simultaneously you could well see improved performance and range straight away.
However if not then you are going to need a further device an Airport Express set up in bridged mode somewhere between the Time Capsule and your upstairs rooms. Your may have to try various power points and locations to get coverage required.
Further Airport Express devices can be added in bridged mode as required to cover blind spots, however remember each additional device degrades the overall network performance somewhat.
Again this will get quite costly.

Using Time Capsule as wireless can't watch Netflix

I am using my Time Capsule as my home wireless router. It is located upstairs in a bedroom. I use Apple TV and an LG Blue-Ray player to watch Netflix. If the players are upstairs, they work perfectly. If the players are downstairs, they pick up the home network and show 5 of 6 bar strength, but I can no longer access netflix or MLB.TV. I have a 500GB Simultaneous dual-band Time Capsule. Any thoughts? My modem is an ARRIS model WBM760

Is it possible for me to buy one of their recommended routers and connect my Time Capsule to it as a a simple wireless access point to send the wireless signal throughout my house?
Yes, if the Time Capsule will connect to the router using a wired Ethernet cable connection.

Does anyone can use time capsule without connection breaks?

if I backup more than 100 mb, the connection via wifi breaks and i can not find the time capsule. either i have to restart computer or time capsule. i use mac lion. time capsule 1 st gen, 500 g

Ok .. this is pretty easy.
You plug the WAN port on TC into the N900 LAN port by ethernet.
Open the airport utility on the Mac.
Simply allow it to automatically setup and it should select bridge mode.. if not just jump in at the end .. click on the edit under the summary and go to the network tab and select bridge.
Then go to the wireless tab and make sure you are creating a wireless name.. you can give it the same name as the N900 same security same password.. this is called roaming network.
Or use a different name.. use short, no spaces and pure alphanumeric.
I have given a different name to 5ghz.
It will not matter which wireless you connect to but the TC is faster on the 5ghz for backups.

I already have a DSL gateway that is a wireless capable and is used as a router to set up my network. Do I have to use time capsule to connect to the internet, or can I use it to join my current network and use it as a backup disk?

Can I use time capsule without setting up internet connection?

Yes, you can connect to your current router using Ethernet (highly recommended) or wirelsss only.
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Can I use Time Capsule and keep my Telstra router for connection to the internet?

Can I use Time Capsule without changing, to keep my Telstra router for conection to the internet?

You can either bridge the TG or the TC.
For the TC.. I explained it in the previous post.. and it is posted again and again and again.
For the TG782T.. open it directly from a pc.. select configuration wizard and choose bridge.. it is as easy as that.
Then setup pppoe client for the TC with your Telstra username and passwork.
Post again in Whirlpool forum if you have issues.
Either dsl hardware or bigpond.

Can i use time capsule to backup movies and see them wireless without redirecting my itunes library to the time capsule?

can i use time capsule to backup movies and see them wireless without redirecting my itunes library to the time capsule?

It seems the ability to restore from backup discs was removed along with the ability to create them. You will need to temporarily install an older version of iTunes (e.g. 10.3) to recover the media from those discs.
See Win 7 OS,64 Bit..Going back to ver 10.3 as I wish to use the cdbackup/restore version..I for a previous thread discussing this.
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Can I use the Time Capsule without using Time Machine?

Can I just use it as a wireless backup storage device? I'm not a huge fan of Time Machine. is Time Machine the only interface for the Time Capsule?

Hmmm, I can't see where the confusion originates. The table near the bottom of www.apple.com/timecapsule/specs.html has one row labelled "For backup using Time Machine" and another row labelled "For AirPort Disk with a USB hard drive".
The requirement for backup via Time Machine is OS 10.5.1 or better. Time Machine is not supported in pre-Leopard (OS 10.5) nor in Windows.
The requirement for using Time Capsule as a remote disk is identified as "Mac with Mac OS X v10.4.8 or later" or "PC with Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista; Bonjour for Windows (included on Time Capsule CD)".
Doesn't that pretty much spell out that Time Capsule works as a network drive without the need for Time Machine?
Also Joe (the OP) never indicated any desire to use it with Windows so I'm not sure why all the discussion about Windows compatibility. ??
Also the quote posted by Henry seems pretty clear:
"Time Capsule with Time Machine in Leopard is the ideal backup solution. But that doesn’t mean Tiger, Windows XP, and Windows Vista users can’t enjoy the benefits of Time Capsule, too. Because it mounts as a wireless hard drive, Tiger and Windows users simply access Time Capsule directly from the wireless network for exchanging and storing files quickly and easily."

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