Will the wifi function of time capsule interfere with my existing router?

Will the wifi function of time capsule interfere with my existing home network via my Cisco router?

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The routers will only interfere if they are working with the same channel. Time Capsule sets up automatically the channel, so you shouldn't have any problem with both routers

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    I purchased a latest 2 TB Time Capsule
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    Not in so many terms. However, were I you I would replace the old router with the Time Capsule because that is much easier to do.

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    Greetings,
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    Read this article for details and steps on how to extend your TimeCapsule's network:
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