Why does my iPad tell me my airport network "cannot be set up by this software"

why does my iPad tell me my airport network "cannot be set up by this software"?

You likely have an older version of the AirPort router which is not supported by AirPort Utility for the iPad.
Check the model number on the bottom....if you have an AirPort Extreme.....or check the model number on the side of the device......if you have an AirPort Express.
Post back with that model number.

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