Wifi for backup

Why can't  use wifi for my icloud backup?

You need to be on Verizon's data stream to have backup access to the Cloud. I would try a Google Backup as it's very easy and stable to use.   To do a Google backup:
To start your backup: Sign in to your Google Account from your phone and do the following:
Go to Settings, Personal, Backup and reset, and.
select both Backup my data and Automatic restore.
Go to Settings, Personal, Accounts & Sync,
and select your Google account
Select all of the option boxes listed, to ensure that
all available data is synced. After backing up your information, you will be able to set-up and sign in to your regular Google account from your any Android phone and all of your information can be saved and transferred.

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  • I can use my time capsule for wifi, but can't connect for backup

    I have been using my TC for a couple of years now, always as a router and backup disk.  I went on a long trip then came back and tried to connect to it, I can use the wifi, but I can't connect to the disk to see it or use it for backups.  I also have a PC connected to the TC and I can see the contents on there through explorer.
    Any ideas would be appreciated...

    how do I get the Mac addresses for each device (this won't be a problem, I demand the device, check it, and then return it).
    What wireless devices are we looking at here?
    Most devices have the AirPort ID or MAC Address or Hardware Address printed on the back or bottom of the device
    Otherwise, you can learn the correct number by process of elimination. Turn off all wireless devices except your Mac computer....if it is connecting using wireless.
    Open Macintosh HD > Applications > Utilities > AirPort Utility
    Click on the Time Capsule icon
    Look for Wireless Clients and click on the numerical IP address that is displayed
    Another box will open
    Look for the Hardware Address. It will be displayed as xx : xx : xx : xx :xx : xx
    Write that down and note that it is your Mac.
    Now, connect another wireless device and repeat the sequence.  Click on the "other" listing that you see to find out more info about that device.  Write down the ID or Address and note what device it is. Then power it off.
    Do the same for each wireless device that you want to have limited access.
    Post back when you have all the info.

  • Time Capsule just for backups, not for wifi.

    I used to use my Time Capsule for both backups and wifi but constantly had issues, so I just disconnected it in favor of a simple Airport Express. No issues since switching, but now I have this Time Capsule just sitting here and don't do automatic backups any longer...I would like to use solely for back ups, I don't need these backups to be wireless, just for use with Time Machine. I can't find the answer by google, any suggestions?

    I am trying to do the same thing but I am having an issue.
    I, too, was having issues with using the Time Capsule (new one-2T) as a router and for backup (the Internet was dropping all the time). So I bought a separate router (ASUS RT-N56U) and have that plugged into my Motorola modem. The Time Capsule I have plugged into the router.
    Airport Utility and I have become best friends as of late with all the problems I am having and my TC keeps getting lost-AU says that it was part of my network and now can't be found. Strangely, if I go to Open Network Settings from the menu bar and select Assist Me--->Diagnostics--->Select my network--->Continue and when the window pops up about Always Allow Keychain, I click on Always Allow. And that seems to correct the problem with my TC not being found/part of the network. This happens all the time lately.... Ever since I got the new router.
    So if you or anyone have any insight into what is going on.... I will try it! Thanks for the help, Judy

  • Using Time Capsule for backup only (no Wifi)

    I posted a problem in another thread ( https://discussions.apple.com/message/22500623#22500623 ) about conflicts with my Time Capsule and Comcast modem. Apple concluded that there was a hardware problem with the Time Capsule. I got a new Time Capsule yesterday since I couldn't get a refund on the old one. Because configuring the Time Capsule to work as a Wifi station requires such a hassle and I don't get any extra benefits in terms of speed compared to my Comcast modem, I now have a very expensive hard drive for backup. I have some questions about using the TC for backup only since I am running into some problems with the backup.
    1. Does the TC have to be connected to my modem? It seems that when I do not connect the TC to the modem then I end up with the backup stalling after a few GB. Additionally, I end up with the flashing amber light.
    2. If I do connect the TC to the modem it backs up but my WIFI grinds to a halt (likely a product of all the data pushing from the computer through the modem and to the TC). I should add that in Airport Utility I have turned off WIFI on the TC so it should not be interfering with the WIFI. If I do need to connect to the modem are there any tips for not messing up WIFI speeds beyond just backing up when everyone is asleep? I assume not, but it can't hurt to ask.
    Thanks.

    2. My initial setup showe various errors so I hooked the TC into the modem via the WAN port and then I was able to set up (WIFI off, Bridge Mode OFF) and those errors went away.
    If I understand your last post correctly, you say that I should do a reset on the TC. Re-configure but leave the errors because backups will still work. Then I can leave the TC unplugged until I need to use it (which has the added bonus of limited flashing amber light). Is this correct?
    You are setting up the TC in the wrong mode.. it has to be in Router mode.. Not Bridge..
    You are worrying too much about the flashing amber.. it is irrelevant. You can select ignore and it will go green.
    This setup is actually simple.
    So here is what I suggest.
    1. Factory reset the TC.
    Just to get started from a clean setup. And that will put the TC in the correct mode.. ie dhcp and nat.
    2. Plug it by ethernet LAN TC to computer. On the computer no other connection.. turn off wireless.
    3. Just change the name of the TC to something short as it helps.. eg TCGen5
    And turn the wireless off.
    And ignore all the other problems.
    4. Now setup TM.. I would also start clean.. do a fresh TM setup .. see A4 here.
    http://pondini.org/TM/Troubleshooting.html
    5. Run the backup. Maybe even erase the TC before you start so you are really doing a fresh clean backup.
    The very first backup will start quickly and drop to very slow speed as there are heaps of very small files in the system.. these take a long time to process.. but as it proceeds it will speed up. Overall you should still average 50GB/hr.
    6. Once you complete the first backup, later ones should be fine.. but do not expect them to work as well as when you do it hourly.. it does need to do a lot more work to figure out where the TM backup is up to.
    I would like to get you to have another crack at using the TC properly in the network. When you are over the pain of all this.. and perhaps when apple releases a decent firmware update you can go back to it.. but I have another suggestion for setup. Get the above working first so you have a good first backup of all your computers.

  • Use different iTunes and iCloud accounts only for backup

    Hello Everyone,
    Recently I update my iPhone 5,my wife iPhone 6 ,my wife iPad to iOS 8.3 and my MacBook Air to 10.10.3.
    As part of the upgrade i purchase more space on iCloud for backuping my photo library.
    I'm using the same account (iTunes and iCloud) on my Mac and my iPhone but using different one on my wife iPhone and iPad .
    is there any option to use my iCloud account on my wife iPhone and iPad just for backuping purpose.
    I saw that i can logged out from iCloud on her devices and logging in with my iCloud account but i'm affirmed to sync all of my personal data (contacts and so on) to her devices.
    please advice.
    Thanks,
    Marco.

    This sounds like misconfiguration issues.
    For Calendars, log into each of your accounts on iCloud.com. Check the Calenders app there to ensure each of your iCloud-based calendars are properly shared between your wife and you. Remember, when you invite another person to share your calendar, that other person must accept the invitation.
    For Contacts, make sure you have contacts in your account (check on your phone and on iCloud.com). On your phone, go under Settings/iCloud and make sure the toggle is on for Contacts. Again on your phone, go to Settings/Mail, Contacts, Calendars. Swipe down and make sure your default calendar is your iCloud-based calendar.
    Hope this provides some insights that lead to a solution for you.
    Learn More: http://www.mikerisner.com/news/use-icloud-for-your-mobile-mac-and-even-windows

  • Time Capsule, Looking for backup

    Since the recent software update my timecapsule isnt backing up anymore, my drive seems to mount and appear on the desktop and i can see the drive but all i get is looking for backup, in the time machine prefrences i have tried re selceting disks and a few other things but still no joy, does anyone know if this a a bug in recent software and if so how to report to apple, if not any ideas to fix this world be great.
    in finder i can see the time capsule drive and drag and drop files in and out with no problem
    I have macbook 2GHz intel core 2 duo 4GB Ram running Mac OS X 10.7.3
    Time Capsule is running 7.6.1

    I have had a similar problem with Time Capsule, Time Machine and Mac OS 10.7.
    In french, Time Machine was telling "Recherche du Disque de Sauvegarde" which seems to be similar to "Looking for Backup Disk" and couldn't backup anything.
    I've resolved it (while keeping the last backup) with following what is described there :
    https://discussions.apple.com/message/17239743#17239743
    Below, what I have done in details :
    To your own risks... (risk of erasing everything on the mac and of deactivate some functions... and to be unable to recover anything)
    It has worked for me but it couldn't for you. 
    1/ Deactivate Wifi on the Mac
    2/ disabled the backup from the preferences panel
    No pending backup.
    Open "Terminal" app
    3/ disabled spootlight:
    sudo launchctl unload -w /System/Library/LaunchDaemons/com.apple.metadata.mds.plist
    (described here : http://osxdaily.com/2011/12/10/disab...mac-os-x-lion/)
    4/ delete the following hidden folders from the diskboot and external drive backup (.Fseventsd and. Spootlight-V100)
    4.1/ delete .Fseventsd on the mac, enter :
    cd /
    ls -l
    (you must find .fseventsd and .spotlight-vt100)
    sudo rm .fseventsd/fseventsd-uuid
    sudo rmdir .fseventsd
    4.2/delete spotlight-vt100 of mac :
    sudo rm -dR .Spotlight-V100
    4.3/ delete .fseventsd of Timecapsule :
    cd /Volumes
    ls -l (you have to look for the backup directory)
    cd Cop* (because for my computer : the name is 'Copies de sauvegardes de Time machine' and it is the single directory name begining by Cop)
    sudo ls -l (check presence of .fseventsd et Spotlight-vt100)
    sudo rm -dR .fseventsd
    4.4/ delete .spotlight-vt100 :
    sudo rm -dR .Spotlight-V100
    5/ Restart Time Capsule and mac
    6/ spootlight rehabilitated (details here :http://osxdaily.com/2011/12/10/disab...mac-os-x-lion/) :
    sudo launchctl load -w /System/Library/LaunchDaemons/com.apple.metadata.mds.plist
    and index launch (found here : http://www.printedbyerik.com/2011/08...index-on-os-x/) :
    sudo mdutil -i on /
    It took 4 hours for 500Go
    7/ at the end : put an internet cable between Mac and Time Capsule (it is mandatory)
    Launch a backup in Time Machine preferences.
    For my computer : 15 hours for 70Go.
    3 backup since without any problem.

  • I cannot turn on the wifi for my 4g. The button is visible but non functional. suggestions?

    I cannot turn on the wifi for my 4G. The button is visible but non functional. Suggestions?

    Hello! Does the wifi button look greyed out? Here is a link regarding this issue: http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1559
    What you will need to do is to first to reset network settings by going to Settings>General>Reset>Reset Network Settings, NOTE: When you do this all bluetooth/wifi passwords will be forgotten. If the issue persists then we need to do a simple backup and restore.
    Follow http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1766 and http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1414 on how to backup and restore, when you restore please restore as new, do not restore the backup just yet if the Wifi is greyed out then there is a hardware issue and the device needs to be serviced. Please check your local Apple Store or call into Apple regarding service options and warranty status. Hope this helps!

  • HT1695 is there a fix for dead wifi for iphone 4s made around jan 2012?

    is there a fix for dead wifi for iphone 4S
    many people complain on these forums, all seem to be built early 2012 and fail 1 year later approx.
    product recall?  or spend $200 more for a refurbish phone?

    There are no recalls, there is no widespread issue.
    Basic troubleshooting from the User's Guide is reset, restart, restore (first from backup then as new).  Try each of these in order until the issue is resolved.
    If the problem continues, take the device to Apple for evaluation and possible replacement.

  • Wifi for blackberry

    Hello
    I have a blackberry curve 8310 and i use it quite a lot . is there any way that i can use my home wifi , the data plan is costing me a fortune .

    The 8310 model does not have WiFi... so no.
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  • TS3276 Is there a way to sync POP subfolders and download them for backup in Mail on my MBP? I tried syncing the account with Mail and only the Inbox downloads onto my computer.

    Is there a way to sync POP subfolders and download them for backup in Mail on my MBP? I tried syncing the account with Mail and only the Inbox downloads onto my computer. I have Googled enough to find out that the answer is no, but no official answer or recent answer and I am hopeful that there has been a change.

    Sure-glad to help you. You will not lose any data by changing synching to MacBook Pro from imac. You have set up Time Machine, right? that's how you'd do your backup, so I was told, and how I do my backup on my mac.  You should be able to set a password for it. Save it.  Your stuff should be saved there. So if you want to make your MacBook Pro your primary computer,  I suppose,  back up your stuff with Time machine, turn off Time machine on the iMac, turn it on on the new MacBook Pro, select the hard drive in your Time Capsule, enter your password, and do a backup from there. It might work, and it might take a while, but it should go. As for clogging the hard drive, I can't say. Depends how much stuff you have, and the hard drive's capacity.  As for moving syncing from your iMac to your macbook pro, should be the same. Your phone uses iTunes to sync and so that data should be in the cloud. You can move your iTunes Library to your new Macbook pro
    you should be able to sync your phone on your new MacBook Pro. Don't know if you can move the older backups yet-maybe try someone else, anyways,
    This handy article from Apple explains how
    How to move your iTunes library to a new computer - Apple Support''
    don't forget to de-authorize your iMac if you don't want to play purchased stuff there
    and re-authorize your new macBook Pro
    time machine is an application, and should be found in the Applications folder. it is built in to OS X, so there is nothing else to buy. double click on it, get it going, choose the Hard drive in your Time capsule/Airport as your backup Time Machine  and go for it.  You should see a circle with an arrow on the top right hand of your screen (the Desktop), next to the bluetooth icon, and just after the wifi and eject key (looks sorta like a clock face). This will do automatic backups  of your stuff.

  • How do I set the preference to use Wired interface instead of Wifi for network?

    I have a MacBook Pro, with Thunderbolt.  Am using the Time Capsule for my wifi and backups.  Is there a way to have both Wired and Wifi connected, but use Wired when available for faster downloads as well as faster backups?
    WIll simply having the wired interface above the wifi in Network Preferences give it priority?

    Sure there is. Just run an Ethernet cable to the notebook and connect it to the Ethernet port. OS X will fedault to the wired connection and or you can turn off WiFi.
    EDIT:
    I see at the bottom of your post you have a Retina, should of stated that in the header or body of the post.
    You will need either a Thunderbolt to Ethernet or USB to Ethernet adapter to have a Wired connection to your router.

  • I want to use the Time Capsule for backup only.

    I picked up a Time Capsule thinking I could use it just for backups. So far, I've been unable to connect to it. I did set it up to extend my current WiFi network, but now I can't see it with Time Machine. What do I do to make the Time Capsule to function just as a wireless back up drive?

    OK, I tried this, what happened is that my iMac lost connection to the Internet while the Ethernet connection was active.
    I said to do this only whilst you setup the TC.. and maybe do the initial backup .. otherwise the idea is to put the TC into the network, which is what you were trying to do.. but obviously do it so that it works.
    As stated, if you bridge the TC.. simply update it.. and plug it into the main router by ethernet. You should now be able to do what you wanted.. connect to it by wireless and use it for backups. The fact that it is linked to the network is absolutely necessary if you want internet at the same time as backups are running. The wireless cannot connect to two different routers at the same time.
    I'd like to know how do I not have it override my Wifi connection and allow me to access the hard drive? If I can't do this, I'll be forced to take the Time Capsule back.
    Please give me exact steps how to setup and use a Time Capsule just as a hard drive. Thanks!
    You only need to do this if you intend to keep the TC connected only to your computer by ethernet, without a network connection.. is that what you want?
    The trick is very simple. Set ethernet manually not by dhcp.. do not set a gateway (router) or DNS for ethernet.
    You can also simply change wifi connection to the top of the list. Both of these are set in the Mac itself not the TC.. the TC can just run as router but with nothing connected.. and ignore the lack of connection.
    The end point of this process though is you have the TC doing what an external hard drive can do, better cheaper and faster. To use the TC as a backup device only connected by ethernet or wireless is a waste.
    Tell me what you want to do.. ie your preferred setup in the light of the previous discussion and I will give you all the screen shots for the exact steps to set that up. I will need to know what IP your current router uses.. and the dhcp range if possible.

  • Wifi for the playbook

    I just bought my husband the playbook and we dont know how to get our phone to act as a wifi hotspot in order for us to use our phones for internet - we live in SA - help anyone??

    1. You can use the Bridge function on your BlackBerry handheld device to send a signal to your PlayBook.
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    What is your exact model number of Curve?
    And, What is your Operating System loaded to your device? Look at Options > Device > About, third line down beginning with a "v.7.0.x.xxx", What is yours?
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  • My Verizon Cloud says "Content is pending for backup" and (Update pending), but it's been doing this for over a day now.  The number of photos hasn't changed and I have 26GB of space.  What's going on?

    My Verizon Cloud says "Content is pending for backup" and (Update pending), but it's been doing this for over a day now.  The number of photos hasn't changed and I have 26GB of space.  What's going on?

        Tinigal2112,
    We want to make sure your photos are backed up successfully! Have you tried to stop the process and start it again? You can stop the process by stopping the Cloud and backup process completely in Settings>Applications>All>Verizon Cloud>Force stop. One it has stopped make sure you care connected to WiFi and try the backup again.
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  • Wifi for 9300

    When i try to connect to the internet i can find my home network but the phone generates a PIN and tells me to type this into the wireless router.But there are no numerical buttons to type a pin into it in the first place,am i being a total technophobe and missing something??

    Hi and Welcome to the Forums!
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