Apple Network Router MD031LL A User Manual

AirPort Extreme  
Setup Guide  
 
Getting Started  
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Congratulationsonpurchasingyoursimultaneousdual-band  
AirPortExtremeBaseStation.Readthisguidetogetstarted.  
AirPort Extreme provides simultaneous dual-band wireless 802.11n networking. When  
you set up your AirPort Extreme Base Station, it creates two high-speed Wi-Fi networks:  
 A 2.4 gigahertz (GHz) network for 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n devices, such as  
iPhone, iPod touch, and older computers  
 A 5 GHz network for 802.11n and 802.11a devices, such as newer computers, iPad,  
and Apple TV  
Wireless devices join the network that provides them the best performance and  
compatibility, and the AirPort Extreme shares your broadband Internet connection  
with computers and devices on your network.  
With your AirPort Extreme, you can:  
 Create a password-protected wireless home network, and then connect to the  
Internet and share the connection with other computers and Wi-Fi devices, such  
as iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and Apple TV. You can also share files among computers  
connected to the network.  
 Create a guest network with or without password protection, to provide Internet-only  
access to wireless devices, such as computers, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and Apple TV.  
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 Connect your AirPort Extreme to your Ethernet network. Wireless-equipped Mac  
computers, Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 computers can then have  
access to an entire network without being connected by a cable.  
 Connect a supported USB device, such as a printer or a scanner, to your  
AirPort Extreme. All of the compatible computers on the AirPort network, both  
wireless and wired, can access the device.  
 Connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme. All of the compatible computers  
on the AirPort network, both wireless and wired, can access the information on the  
hard disk.  
 Connect a USB hub to your AirPort Extreme, and then connect multiple USB devices,  
such as printers or hard disks. All of the computers on the network have access to  
those devices.  
Important:ꢀ Use AirPort Utility to set up your simultaneous dual-band AirPort Extreme  
Base Station. Previous versions of AirPort Setup Assistant and AirPort Admin Utility are  
not compatible with this base station.  
AirPort Utility is installed in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a computer  
using Mac OS X, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows. If  
AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from  
Apple periodically updates AirPort software. It’s recommended that you update your  
software to keep your AirPort Extreme up to date.  
Note:ꢀ To download a copy of this setup guide in your language, open AirPort Utility  
and choose Help > AirPort Service and Support, and click Manuals.  
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AbouttheAirPortExtreme  
The AirPort Extreme has six ports, located on the back:  
 One 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Wide Area Network (WAN) port (<) for  
connecting a DSL or cable modem, or for connecting to an existing Ethernet network  
 Three 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) ports (G) for  
connecting Ethernet devices, such as printers or computers, or for connecting to an  
existing Ethernet network  
 One USB port (d) for connecting a compatible USB printer, hard disk, or hub for  
connecting several devices  
 One power port for connecting the AC adapter to a power source  
Status light  
Internet WAN port  
Ethernet ports Reset button  
Power port  
AC adapter  
USB port  
Security slot  
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Next to the ports is a reset button, which is used for troubleshooting your  
AirPort Extreme. The status light on the front of the AirPort Extreme shows the  
current status.  
AbouttheAirPortSoftware  
Use the AirPort Utility software and follow the instructions on the following pages to  
set up your AirPort Extreme and your AirPort wireless network.  
Note:ꢀ You must use AirPort Utility to set up this base station. The simultaneous  
dual-band AirPort Extreme Base Station is not compatible with previous versions  
of AirPort software.  
AirPort Utility  
Use AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme to create a wireless network, connect  
to the Internet, and share compatible USB printers and hard disks. You can also connect  
your AirPort Extreme to an existing AirPort Extreme wireless network.  
AirPort Utility is also an advanced tool for setting up and managing the Time Capsule,  
AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Express Base Stations. Use it to manually adjust network,  
routing, and security settings and other advanced options.  
AirPort status menu in the menu bar  
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Use the AirPort status menu to switch quickly between AirPort networks, monitor the  
signal quality of the current network, create a computer-to-computer network, and turn  
AirPort on and off. The status menu is available on computers using Mac OS X.  
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WhatYouNeedtoGetStarted  
To use the AirPort Extreme you need a wireless-enabled computer that is compliant  
with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n specification. To set up the AirPort  
Extreme, your computer must meet the requirements listed below.  
To set up your AirPort Extreme using a Mac, you need the following:  
 A Mac computer with an AirPort or AirPort Extreme Card installed to set it up  
wirelessly, or a Mac computer connected to an AirPort Extreme Base Station with an  
Ethernet cable to set it up using Ethernet  
 Mac OS X v10.5.7 or later  
 AirPort Utility 5.5.3 or later  
To set up your AirPort Extreme using a Windows PC, you need the following:  
 A Windows PC with 300 MHz or higher processor speed and a compatible 802.11a,  
802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n wireless card to set it up wirelessly, or a Windows  
computer connected to an AirPort Extreme Base Station with an Ethernet cable to set  
it up using Ethernet  
 Windows XP Home or Professional (with Service Pack 3 installed) or Windows Vista  
(with Service Pack 1 installed)  
 AirPort Utility v5.5.3 or later  
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Plugging In AirPort Extreme  
Before you plug in your AirPort Extreme, first connect the appropriate cables to the  
ports you want to use:  
 Connect the Ethernet cable that is connected to your DSL or cable modem (if you will  
connect to the Internet) to the Ethernet (WAN) port (<).  
 Connect a USB cable connected from the USB port (d) on the AirPort Extreme to  
a compatible USB printer (if you will print to a USB printer), a hard disk, or a hub.  
 Connect an Ethernet cable from any Ethernet device to the Ethernet LAN ports (G).  
After you have connected the cables for all the devices you plan to use, connect the  
AC adapter to the power port, and plug your AirPort Extreme into a power outlet. There  
is no power switch.  
Power port  
Ethernet activity light  
AC adapter  
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Important:ꢀ Use only the AC adapter that came with your AirPort Extreme.  
When you plug the AirPort Extreme AC adapter into a power outlet, the status light  
flashes green for one second, and then glows amber while it starts up. After it has  
started up completely, the status light flashes amber until your AirPort Extreme has  
been updated with the correct settings. The status light glows solid green after your  
AirPort Extreme is properly set up and connected to the Internet or a network.  
When you connect Ethernet cables to the Ethernet ports, the lights above them glow  
solid green.  
TheAirPortExtremeStatusLight  
The following table explains the AirPort Extreme light sequences and what they indicate.  
Light  
Status/description  
Off  
AirPort Extreme is unplugged.  
Flashing green  
Solid green  
AirPort Extreme is starting up. The light flashes for one second.  
AirPort Extreme is on and working properly. If you choose Flash  
On Activity from the Status Light pop-up menu (in the Base  
Station pane of AirPort settings in AirPort Utility), the status light  
may flash green to indicate normal activity.  
Flashing amber  
Solid amber  
AirPort Extreme cannot establish a connection to the network or  
the Internet, or is encountering a problem. Make sure you have  
installed AirPort Utility and use it to get information about what  
might cause the status light to flash amber. See“If Your AirPort  
AirPort Extreme is completing its startup sequence.  
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Light  
Status/description  
Flashing amber and green  
There may be a problem starting up. AirPort Extreme will restart  
and try again.  
Solid blue  
The base station is ready to allow a wireless client access to the  
What’s Next  
After you plug in your AirPort Extreme, use AirPort Utility to set it up to work  
with your Internet connection, USB printer or hard disk, or an existing network.  
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AirPort Extreme Networks  
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Inthischapteryou’llfindexplanationsofthedifferentways  
youcanuseyourAirPortExtreme.  
This chapter provides some examples of the different kinds of networks you can set up  
using your AirPort Extreme. It provides diagrams and explanations of what you need to  
do to get your AirPort Extreme network up and running quickly.  
AirPort Utility to help set up your network.  
See the documentApple AirPort Networksfor detailed information about AirPort  
networks and the AirPort Extreme Base Station. The document is located at  
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UsingtheAirPortExtremewithaBroadbandInternetService  
When you set up your AirPort Extreme to provide network and Internet access, Mac  
computers with AirPort and AirPort Extreme Cards, and 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and  
IEEE 802.11n specification wireless-equipped computers can access the wireless AirPort  
network to share files, play games, and use Internet applications like web browsers and  
email applications.  
It looks like this:  
2.4 GHz  
2.4 or 5 GHz  
DSL or cable modem  
Internet WAN port  
<
to Internet  
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To set it up:  
1 Connect your DSL or cable modem to your AirPort Extreme Ethernet WAN port (<).  
2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on  
a computer using Mac OS X, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer  
using Windows), select your base station, and then click Continue.  
3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network. (See“Setting Up the  
If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from  
Computers using AirPort or other compatible wireless cards or adapters can connect  
to the Internet through your AirPort Extreme. Computers connected to the AirPort  
Extreme Ethernet ports can also access the network and connect to the Internet.  
Wireless computers and computers connected to the Ethernet ports can also  
communicate with one another through your AirPort Extreme.  
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UsingtheAirPortExtremetoShareaUSBPrinter  
When you connect a compatible USB printer to your AirPort Extreme, supported  
computers on the network (wired and wireless) can print to it.  
It looks like this:  
Shared printer  
2.4 or 5 GHz  
d
2.4 or 5 GHz  
USB port  
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To set it up:  
1 Connect the printer to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d) or to a USB hub, using  
a USB cable.  
2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on  
a computer using Mac OS X, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer  
using Windows), select your base station, and then click Continue.  
3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network, if you have not already set  
up your network.  
If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from  
To print from a computer using Mac OS X v10.5 or later:  
1 Choose Apple > System Preferences, and then click Print & Fax.  
2 Click Add (+) and select your printer from the list.  
3 Click the Add button.  
If your printer isn’t in the list, use the buttons in the toolbar to search for it.  
To print from a computer using Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later:  
1 Open Printer Setup Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder).  
2 Select the printer from the list.  
If your printer isn’t in the list, click Add and choose Bonjour from the pop-up menu, and  
then select the printer from the list.  
To print from a computer using Windows:  
Use Bonjour for Windows (installed with AirPort Utility) to connect your printer.  
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UsingtheAirPortExtremetoShareUSBHardDisks  
When you connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme, computers on the network  
(wired and wireless) can access the hard disk to access, share, and store files.  
It looks like this:  
2.4 or 5 GHz  
Shared hard disk drive  
d
2.4 or 5 GHz  
USB port  
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To set it up:  
1 Connect the hard disk to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d) using a USB cable.  
2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on  
a computer using Mac OS X, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer  
using Windows), select your base station, and then click Continue.  
3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network, if you have not already set  
up your network.  
If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from  
Computers can access the hard disk to share or store files using Mac OS X v10.4 or later,  
or Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), or Windows 7 (SP1).  
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Setting Up the Airport Extreme  
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Thischapterprovidesinformationandinstructionsforusing  
AirPortUtilitytosetupyourAirPortExtreme.  
Use the instructions in this chapter to easily configure your AirPort Extreme and set up  
your AirPort network.  
This chapter provides an overview for using the setup assistant in AirPort Utility  
to set up your network and other features of your AirPort Extreme. For more  
detailed wireless networking information, and for information about the advanced  
features of AirPort Utility, refer to theApple AirPort Networksdocument, located at  
You can do most of your network setup and configuration tasks using the setup  
assistant in AirPort Utility. To set advanced options, choose Manual Setup from the  
Base Station menu of AirPort Utility. See“Setting Advanced Optionson page 24.  
If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from  
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UsingAirPortUtility  
To set up and configure your AirPort Extreme to use AirPort for wireless networking  
and Internet access, use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility.  
On a Mac computer using Mac OS X v10.5.7 or later:  
1 Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder.  
2 Select your base station and click Continue.  
3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your AirPort Extreme and your wireless  
network.  
On a computer using Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), or Windows 7 (SP1):  
1 Open AirPort Utility, located in Start > All Programs > AirPort.  
2 Select your base station and click Continue.  
3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your AirPort Extreme and your wireless  
network.  
The setup assistant in AirPort Utility asks you a series of questions about the type of  
network you want to use and the services you want to set up. The setup assistant helps  
you enter the appropriate settings.  
If you are using your AirPort Extreme to connect to the Internet, you need a broadband  
(DSL or cable modem) account with an Internet service provider (ISP), or a connection  
to the Internet using an existing Ethernet network.  
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CreatingaNewWirelessNetwork  
You can use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to create a new wireless network.  
The setup assistant guides you through the steps necessary to name your network,  
protect your network with a password, and set other options.  
If you plan to share a USB printer or USB hard disk on your network:  
1 Connect the printer or hard disk to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d).  
2 Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on  
a Mac, or in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows.  
If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from  
3 Select your AirPort Extreme and click Continue.  
If you don’t see the base station you want to configure, click Rescan to scan for  
available base stations, and then select the base station you want.  
4 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network.  
ConfiguringandSharingInternetAccess  
If you plan to share your Internet connection with wireless-enabled computers on  
your network or computers connected to the Ethernet ports, you need to set up your  
AirPort Extreme as an AirPort base station. After it is set up, computers access the  
Internet through the AirPort network. The base station connects to the Internet and  
transmits information to the computers over the AirPort network.  
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Before you use AirPort Utility to set up your wireless device, connect your DSL or cable  
modem to the AirPort Extreme Ethernet WAN port (<). If you are using an existing  
Ethernet network with Internet access to connect to the Internet, you can connect the  
AirPort Extreme to the Ethernet network instead.  
Use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to enter your ISP settings and configure how  
the AirPort Extreme shares the settings with other computers.  
1 Choose the wireless network you want to change. On a Mac, use the AirPort status  
menu in the menu bar. On a computer using Windows XP, hold the pointer over  
the wireless connection icon until you see your AirPort network name (SSID), and  
choose it from the list if there are multiple networks available.  
The default network name for an Apple base station is AirPort Network XXXXXX,  
where XXXXXX is replaced with the last six digits of the AirPort ID, also know as the  
Media Access Control or MAC address. The AirPort ID is printed on the bottom of an  
AirPort Extreme.  
2 Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on  
a computer using Mac OS X, or in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer  
using Windows.  
3 Select your base station and click Continue.  
4 Follow the onscreen instructions to configure and share Internet access on your  
AirPort Extreme.  
Using AirPort Utility is a quick and easy way to set up your base station and network.  
If you want to set additional options for your network, such as restricting access to your  
network, or setting advanced DHCP options, you can choose Manual Setup from the  
Base Station menu of AirPort Utility.  
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SettingAdvancedOptions  
To set advanced options, you can use AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme  
manually. You can configure advanced base station settings, such as advanced security  
options, closed networks, DHCP lease time, access control, power controls, user  
accounts, and more.  
To set advanced options:  
1 Choose the wireless network you want to change. On a Mac, use the AirPort status  
menu in the menu bar. On a computer using Windows, hold the pointer over the  
wireless connection icon until you see your AirPort network name (SSID), and choose  
it from the list if there are multiple networks available.  
The default network name for an Apple base station is AirPort Network XXXXXX,  
where XXXXXX is replaced with the last six digits of the AirPort ID, also known as  
the Media Access Control or MAC address. The AirPort ID is printed on the bottom  
of an AirPort Extreme.  
2 Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Mac,  
and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows.  
3 If there is more than one base station in the list, select the base station you want to  
configure. If you don’t see the base station you want to configure, click Rescan to scan  
for available base stations, and then select the base station you want.  
4 Choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu. If you are prompted for a password,  
enter it.  
For more information and detailed instructions for using the manual setup features  
in AirPort Utility, see theApple AirPort Networksdocument, located at  
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AllowingWirelessClientsAccesstoYourNetwork  
If your network is password-protected using WPA Personal or WPA/WPA2 Personal, you  
can provide wireless clients access to your network without requiring them to enter the  
network password.  
When you allow a client access to your network, the client’s name and wireless MAC  
address (or AirPort ID) are stored in the access control list of AirPort Utility until you  
remove them from the list. You can also provide 24 hours of access, after which time  
the client is no longer able to access your network.  
When you provide a client access to your wireless network, the client does not need to  
enter the network password.  
To allow client access to your network:  
1 Open AirPort Utility, select your base station, and choose Manual Setup from the  
Base Station menu. Enter the base station password if necessary.  
2 Choose Add Wireless Clients from the Base Station menu.  
3 Select how you want the client to access the network:  
 Select PIN to enter the eight-digit number provided by the client requesting  
network access.  
 SelectFirst attemptto allow network access to the first client attempting to join  
the network.  
 SelectLimit client’s access to 24 hoursif you want to provide only one day of access  
to your network. If you don’t select this option, the client has access to your network  
until you remove the name from the list.  
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Tips and Troubleshooting  
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YoucanquicklysolvemostproblemswithyourAirPort  
Extremebyfollowingtheadviceinthischapter.  
IfYouCan’tConnecttotheInternet  
 Try connecting to the Internet directly from your computer. If you can’t connect to  
the Internet from your computer, check your network settings. If they appear to be  
correct and you still can’t connect, contact your Internet service provider (ISP).  
 Make sure you are connecting to the correct wireless network.  
IfYouForgotYourNetworkorBaseStationPassword  
You can clear the AirPort network or base station password by resetting AirPort Extreme.  
To reset the base station password:  
1 Use the tip of a ballpoint pen to hold down the reset button for one second.  
Important:ꢀ If you hold down the reset button for more than one second, you may  
lose your network settings.  
2 Select your AirPort network.  
 On a Mac, use the AirPort status menu in the menu bar to select the network created  
by AirPort Extreme (the network name does not change).  
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 On a computer using Windows, hold the pointer over the wireless connection icon  
until you see your AirPort Network Name (SSID), and choose it from the list if there  
are multiple networks available.  
3 Open AirPort Utility (in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Mac, and in  
Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows).  
If AirPort Utility isn’t installed on your computer, you can download it from  
4 Select your base station and then choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu.  
5 Click AirPort in the toolbar, and then click Base Station.  
6 Enter a new password for the base station.  
7 Click Wireless and choose an encryption method from the Wireless Security pop-up  
menu to turn on encryption and activate password protection for your AirPort network.  
If you turn on encryption, enter a new password for your AirPort network.  
8 Click Update to restart the base station and load the new settings.  
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IfYourAirPortExtremeIsn’tResponding  
Try unplugging it and plugging it back in.  
If your AirPort Extreme stops responding completely, you may need to reset it to the  
factory default settings.  
Important:ꢀ Resetting your AirPort Extreme to factory default settings erases all  
of your base station settings and resets them to the settings that came with your  
AirPort Extreme.  
To return your AirPort Extreme to the factory settings:  
Use the tip of a ballpoint pen to press and hold down the reset button until the status  
light flashes quickly (about 5 seconds).  
The AirPort Extreme resets with the following settings:  
 The AirPort Extreme receives its IP address using DHCP.  
 The network name reverts to Apple Network XXXXXX (where XXXXXX is replaced  
with the last six digits of the AirPort ID).  
 The base station password returns to public.  
If your base station is still not responding, try the following:  
1 Unplug your AirPort Extreme.  
2 Use the tip of a ballpoint pen to hold down the reset button while you plug in your  
AirPort Extreme.  
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IfYourAirPortExtremeStatusLightFlashesAmber  
The Ethernet cable may not be connected properly, your AirPort Extreme may be out  
of range of an AirPort network, or there may be a problem with your Internet service  
provider. If you are connected to the Internet with a DSL or cable modem, the modem  
may have lost its connection to the network or the Internet. Even if the modem  
seems to be working properly, try disconnecting the modem from its power supply,  
waiting a few seconds, and then reconnecting it. Make sure your AirPort Extreme is  
connected directly to the modem with an Ethernet cable before reconnecting power  
to the modem.  
For more information about the reason the light flashes, open AirPort Utility, select  
your base station, and then choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu. Click  
Base Station Status to display information about the flashing light.  
You can also select theMonitor base station for problemscheckbox in AirPort  
preferences. If the base station has problems, AirPort Utility opens and walks you  
through solving the problems.  
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IfYourPrinterIsn’tResponding  
If you connected a printer to the USB port on your AirPort Extreme and the computers  
on the AirPort network can’t print, try doing the following:  
1 Make sure the printer is plugged in and turned on.  
2 Make sure the cables are securely connected to the printer and to the AirPort Extreme  
USB port.  
3 Make sure the printer is selected in the Printer List window on client computers.  
On a Mac using Mac OS X v10.5 or later:  
 Choose Apple > System Preferences, and then click Print & Fax.  
 Click Add (+) and select your printer in the list.  
 Click the Add button.  
On a Mac using Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later:  
 Open Printer Setup Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder.  
 If the printer is not in the list, click Add.  
 Choose Bonjour from the pop-up menu.  
 Select the printer and click Add.  
On a computer using Windows:  
 OpenPrinters and Faxesfrom the Start menu.  
 Select the printer. If the printer is not in the list, click Add Printer and then follow the  
onscreen instructions.  
 If Bonjour for Windows is installed, click the Bonjour Printer, click the Bonjour Printer  
Wizard on the desktop, and follow the onscreen instructions for setting up a printer.  
4 Turn off the printer, wait a few seconds, then turn it back on.  
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UpdatingAirPortSoftware  
Apple periodically updates AirPort software. It is recommended that you update your  
AirPort Extreme to use the latest software.  
You can select theCheck for updates when opening AirPort Utilitycheckbox, or the  
“Check for updatescheckbox in AirPort preferences. If you selectCheck for updates,”  
choose an increment of time, such as weekly, from the pop-up menu to automatically  
check for updates.  
AirPortExtremePlacementConsiderations  
The following recommendations can help your AirPort Extreme achieve maximum  
wireless range and optimal network coverage.  
 Place your AirPort Extreme in an open area where there are few obstructions, such as  
large pieces of furniture or walls. Try to place it away from metallic surfaces.  
 If you place your AirPort Extreme behind furniture, keep at least an inch of space  
between the AirPort Extreme and the edge of the furniture.  
 Avoid placing your AirPort Extreme in areas surrounded by metal surfaces on three  
or more sides.  
 If you place your AirPort Extreme in an entertainment center with your stereo  
equipment, avoid completely surrounding the AirPort Extreme with audio, video, or  
power cables. Place your AirPort Extreme so that the cables are to one side. Maintain  
as much space as possible between the AirPort Extreme and the cables.  
 Try to place your AirPort Extreme at least 25 feet (7.6 meters) from a microwave oven,  
2.4 or 5 gigahertz (GHz) cordless phones, or other sources of interference.  
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ItemsThatCanCauseInterferencewithAirPort  
The farther away the interference source, the less likely it is to cause a problem. The  
following items can cause interference with AirPort communication:  
 Microwave ovens  
 Direct Satellite Service (DSS) radio frequency leakage  
 The original coaxial cable that came with certain types of satellite dishes. Contact the  
device manufacturer and obtain newer cables.  
 Certain electrical devices such as power lines, electrical railroad tracks, and power  
stations  
 Cordless telephones that operate in the 2.4 or 5 GHz range. If you have problems  
with your phone or AirPort communication, change the channel your base station or  
AirPort Extreme uses, or change the channel your phone uses.  
 Nearby base stations using adjacent channels. For example, if base station A is set to  
channel 1, base station B should be set to channel 6 or 11.  
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Learning More, Service, and Support  
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YoucanfindmoreinformationaboutusingyourAirPort  
Extremeonthewebandinonscreenhelp.  
Online Resources  
For AirPort support information, a variety of forums with product-specific information  
and feedback, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to  
choose your country from the pop-up menu.  
Onscreen Help  
To learn more about using AirPort Utility with your AirPort Extreme, open AirPort Utility  
and choose Help > AirPort Utility Help.  
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Obtaining Warranty Service  
If the product appears to be damaged or does not function properly, please follow the  
advice in this booklet, the onscreen help, and the online resources.  
about how to obtain warranty service.  
Finding the Serial Number of Your AirPort Extreme  
The serial number is printed on the bottom of your AirPort Extreme.  
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Chapter 5 LearningMore,Service,andSupport  
 
AirPort Extreme Specifications and  
Safety Guidelines  
AirPort Extreme Specifications  
 Frequency Band: 2.4 and 5 GHz  
 Radio Output Power: 23 dBm (nominal)  
 Standards: 802.11 DSSS 1 and 2 Mbps standard, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or  
802.11n specifications  
Interfaces  
 1 RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet WAN (<)  
 3 RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet LAN (G)  
 Universal Serial Bus (USB d)  
 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n AirPort Extreme wireless  
Environmental Specifications  
 Operating Temperature: 32° F to 95° F (0° C to 35° C)  
 Storage Temperature: 13° F to 140° F (–25° C to 60° C)  
 Relative Humidity (Operational): 20% to 80% relative humidity  
 Relative Humidity (Storage): 10% to 90% relative humidity, noncondensing  
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Size and Weight  
 Length: 6.50 inches (165.0 mm)  
 Width: 6.50 inches (165.0 mm)  
 Thickness: 1.34 inches (34.0 mm)  
 Weight: 1.66 pounds (753 grams)  
Hardware Media Access Control (MAC) Addresses  
The AirPort Extreme has three hardware addresses printed on the bottom of the case:  
 AirPort ID: The addresses used to identify the AirPort Extreme on a wireless network.  
 Ethernet ID: You may need to provide this address to your ISP to connect the  
AirPort Extreme to the Internet.  
Using your AirPort Extreme Safely  
 The only way to shut off power completely to your AirPort Extreme is to disconnect it  
from the power source.  
 When connecting or disconnecting your AirPort Extreme, always hold the plug by its  
sides. Keep fingers away from the metal part of the plug.  
 Your AirPort Extreme should not be opened for any reason, even when it is  
unplugged. If your AirPort Extreme needs service, see“Learning More, Service, and  
 Never force a connector into the ports. If the connector and port do not join with  
reasonable ease, they probably don’t match. Make sure that the connector matches  
the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.  
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Appendix AirPortExtremeSpecificationsandSafetyGuidelines  
 
About Operating and Storage Temperatures  
When you are using your AirPort Extreme, it is normal for the case to get warm.  
The AirPort Extreme case functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside  
the unit to the cooler air outside.  
Avoid Wet Locations  
WARNING:ꢀ To reduce the chance of shock or injury, do not use your AirPort Extreme  
in or near water or wet locations.  
 Keep your AirPort Extreme away from sources of liquids, such as drinks, washbasins,  
bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on.  
 Protect AirPort Extreme from direct sunlight and rain or other moisture.  
 Take care not to spill any food or liquid on your AirPort Extreme. If you do, unplug the  
AirPort Extreme before cleaning up the spill.  
 Do not use your AirPort Extreme outdoors. The AirPort Extreme is an indoor product.  
Do Not Make Repairs Yourself  
WARNING:ꢀ Do not attempt to open your AirPort Extreme or disassemble it. You run  
the risk of electric shock and voiding the limited warranty. No user-serviceable parts  
are inside.  
About Handling  
Your AirPort Extreme may be damaged by improper storage or handling. Be careful not  
to drop your AirPort Extreme when transporting the device.  
Appendix AirPortExtremeSpecificationsandSafetyGuidelines  
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Regulatory Compliance Information  
Important:ꢀ Changes or modifications to this product not  
authorized by Apple Inc. could void the EMC compliance and  
negate your authority to operate the product.  
FCC Declaration of Conformity  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation  
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may  
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept  
any interference received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation. See instructions if interference to radio or  
television reception is suspected.  
This product was tested for FCC compliance under conditions  
that included the use of Apple peripheral devices and Apple  
shielded cables and connectors between system components. It  
is important that you use Apple peripheral devices and shielded  
cables and connectors between system components to reduce  
the possibility of causing interference to radios, television sets, and  
other electronic devices. You can obtain Apple peripheral devices  
and the proper shielded cables and connectors through an Apple-  
authorized dealer. For non-Apple peripheral devices, contact the  
manufacturer or dealer for assistance.  
Radio and Television Interference  
This computer equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-  
frequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly—that  
is, in strict accordance with Apple’s instructions—it may cause  
interference with radio and television reception.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with  
the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the  
specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules. These specifications  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against such  
interference in a residential installation. However, there is  
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation.  
Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only)  
Apple Inc. Corporate Compliance  
1 Infinite Loop M/S 26-A  
Cupertino, CA 95014  
Wireless Radio Use  
This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 to  
5.25 GHz frequency band.  
You can determine whether your computer system is causing  
interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, it was  
probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices.  
Cet appareil doit être utilisé à l’intérieur.  
If your computer system does cause interference to radio or  
television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or  
more of the following measures:  
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy  
Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.  
Move the computer to one side or the other of the television  
or radio.  
Move the computer farther away from the television or radio.  
Plug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit  
from the television or radio. (That is, make certain the computer  
and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different  
circuit breakers or fuses.)  
The radiated output power of the AirPort Card in this device  
is below the FCC and EU radio frequency exposure limits for  
uncontrolled equipment. This device should be operated with a  
minimum distance of at least 20 cm between the AirPort Card  
antennas and a person’s body and must not be co-located or  
operated with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the  
conditions of the FCC Grant.  
If necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or  
Apple. See the service and support information that came with  
your Apple product. Or, consult an experienced radio/television  
technician for additional suggestions.  
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Eesti  
Canadian Compliance Statement  
Käesolevaga kinnitab Apple Inc., et see WLAN Access Point vastab  
direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist  
tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.  
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS  
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation of the device.  
English  
Hereby, Apple Inc. declares that this WLAN Access Point is in  
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant  
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.  
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence  
d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux  
conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer  
d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence,  
y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement  
non souhaité de l’appareil.  
Español  
Por medio de la presente Apple Inc. declara que este WLAN  
Access Point cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera  
otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva  
1999/5/CE.  
Industry Canada Statement  
Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme  
NMB-003 du Canada. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry  
Canada.  
Ελληνικά  
Mε την παρούσα, η Apple Inc. δηλώνει ότι αυτή η συσκευή WLAN  
Access Point συμμορφώνεται προς τις βασικές απαιτήσεις και τις  
λοιπές σχετικές διατάξεις της Οδηγίας 1999/5/ΕΚ.  
Europe–EU Declaration of Conformity  
Français  
Par la présente Apple Inc. déclare que l’appareil WLAN Access  
Point est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres  
dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.  
Български  
Islenska  
Apple Inc. декларира, че това WLAN Access Point е в  
съответствие със съществените изисквания и другите  
приложими правила на Директива 1999/5/ЕС.  
Apple Inc. lýsir því hér með yfir að þetta tæki WLAN Access  
Point fullnægir lágmarkskröfum og öðrum viðeigandi ákvæðum  
Evróputilskipunar 1999/5/EC.  
Česky  
Italiano  
Společnost Apple Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento WLAN Access  
Point je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými  
ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.  
Con la presente Apple Inc. dichiara che questo dispositivo  
WLAN Access Point è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre  
disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.  
Dansk  
Latviski  
Undertegnede Apple Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr  
WLAN Access Point overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige  
relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.  
Ar šo Apple Inc. deklarē, ka WLAN Access Point ierīce atbilst  
Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to  
saistītajiem noteikumiem.  
Deutsch  
Lietuvių  
Hiermit erklärt Apple Inc., dass sich das Gerät WLAN Access Point  
in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen  
und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie  
1999/5/EG befinden.  
ŠiuoApple Inc.deklaruoja, kad šis WLAN Access Point atitinka  
esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.  
Magyar  
Alulírott, Apple Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a WLAN Access Point  
megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az  
1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.  
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Malti  
A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at:  
Hawnhekk, Apple Inc., jiddikjara li dan WLAN Access Point  
jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn  
relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.  
This Apple WLAN Access Point can be used in the following  
countries:  
Nederlands  
AT BG BE CY CZ  
DK  
EE FI FR DE GR HU  
IE LV LT LU MT  
NL PL PT RO SK SL  
Hierbij verklaart Apple Inc. dat het toestel WLAN Access Point  
in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere  
bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.  
IT  
Norsk  
ES SE GB IS LI  
CH  
NO  
Apple Inc. erklærer herved at dette WLAN Access Point -apparatet  
er i samsvar med de grunnleggende kravene og øvrige relevante  
krav i EU-direktivet 1999/5/EF.  
Korea Warning Statements  
Polski  
ఝዽූ૑૬ႜა༘  
Niniejszym Apple Inc. oświadcza, że ten WLAN Access Point są  
zgodne z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi  
postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.  
෮ቛ၁ધགྷ࿝ꢀಋ൏ꢀધხຫጃ  
ጄఙꢀඳ໓໕๗௴ꢀဪဧꢀთꢀ႖ኒጯཅꢀਜ਼௻ໜၦꢀၰၗꢁ  
ၦꢀૺૺ௴ꢀၨ඗ྦ႖઴ꢀશഏౘꢀ໏๗༺࿝ꢀຫဧዾꢀ༘ꢀ࿖ཀఁఋꢂ  
Português  
Apple Inc. declara que este dispositivo WLAN Access Point  
está em conformidade com os requisitos essenciais e outras  
disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.  
B૶ꢀૺૺ(ਜ਼ႜဧꢀ෮໽ቛཅૺၴႁ)  
ၦꢀૺૺ௴ꢀਜ਼ႜဧ(B) ႖ၴኒ႕ጁૺૺച໏ꢀ჎ച  
ਜ਼ႜ࿝໏ꢀຫဧዻ௴ꢀઇၕꢀඛ႕ၒചꢀዻඑ, ක౷ꢀხ  
࿦࿝໏ꢀຫဧዾꢀ༘ꢀၰཀఁఋ.  
Română  
Prin prezenta, Apple Inc. declară că acest aparat WLAN Access  
Point este în conformitate cu cerinţele esenţiale şi cu celelalte  
prevederi relevante ale Directivei 1999/5/CE.  
Singapore Wireless Certification  
Slovensko  
Apple Inc. izjavlja, da je ta WLAN Access Point skladne z  
bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi ustreznimi določili direktive  
1999/5/ES.  
Slovensky  
Apple Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že toto WLAN Access Point spĺňa  
základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice  
1999/5/ES.  
Suomi  
Apple Inc. vakuuttaa täten, että tämä WLAN Access Point  
tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten  
ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.  
Svenska  
Härmed intygar Apple Inc. att denna WLAN Access Point står i  
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga  
relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.  
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Taiwan Wireless Statements  
Russia  
Disposal and Recycling Information  
This symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of  
properly according to local laws and regulations. When your  
product reaches its end of life, contact Apple or your local  
authorities to learn about recycling options.  
For information about Apple’s recycling program, go to  
European Union — Disposal Information  
Taiwan Class B Statement  
This symbol means that according to local laws and regulations  
your product should be disposed of separately from household  
waste. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a  
collection point designated by local authorities. Some collection  
points accept products for free. The separate collection and  
recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve  
natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that  
protects human health and the environment.  
Japan VCCI Class B Statement  
Türkiye  
EEE yönetmeliğine (Elektrikli ve Elektronik Eşyalarda Bazı Zararlı  
Maddelerin Kullanımının Sınırlandırılmasına Dair Yönetmelik)  
uygundur.  
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Brasil—Informações sobre descarte e reciclagem  
O símbolo acima indica que este produto e/ou sua bateria não  
devem ser descartadas no lixo doméstico. Quando decidir  
descartar este produto e/ou sua bateria, faça-o de acordo com  
as leis e diretrizes ambientais locais. Para informações sobre o  
programa de reciclagem da Apple, pontos de coleta e telefone de  
Battery Disposal Information  
Dispose of batteries according to your local environmental laws  
and guidelines.  
Deutschland: Dieses Gerät enthält Batterien. Bitte nicht in den  
Hausmüll werfen. Entsorgen Sie dieses Gerät am Ende seines  
Lebenszyklus entsprechend der maßgeblichen gesetzlichen  
Regelungen.  
Nederlands:ꢀꢀGebruikte batterijen kunnen worden ingeleverd bij de  
chemokar of in een speciale batterijcontainer voor klein chemisch  
afval (kca) worden gedeponeerd.  
China Battery Statement  
Taiwan Battery Statement  
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© 2011 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.  
Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, Apple TV, Bonjour, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, Mac OS, and Time Capsule  
are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.  
034-5909-A  
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