![]() ![]() All access points support the 2.4 GHz band, while most newer access points also support the new 5 GHz band. Wi-Fi channels are selected from a so called “frequency band”. Computers recognize Wi-Fi networks by their SSIDs, not by the channel they use. However, if you really want to manually select the Wi-Fi channels, use different channels for each access point (if possible). Most modern Wi-Fi access points can choose their Wi-Fi channels automatically and you should usually let them do this. As far as I understand it, on the first generation you need to plug your Ethernet cable into the (only-existing) Ethernet port instead. Note: I’ve only tested this with an AirPort Express Base Station of the second generation. You need to plug your Ethernet cable into the WAN port – not the Ethernet port. It’ll then pick the one that’s best suited (usually the one with the best signal strength). ![]() In “Wireless” section, don’t use “Extend a wireless network”! Instead, use “Create a wireless network” and enter the same SSID and Wi-Fi encryption as the network you’re extending.īackground info: If a computer finds multiple Wi-Fi networks with the same SSID, it’ll assume they represent the same network.This is called roaming and has existed since the earliest days of Wi-Fi.įor the AirPort Express Base Station (and maybe other Wi-Fi access points as well) there are three things you need to know: Extending Wi-Fi networks over Ethernet (roaming) ∞įortunately, there is an alternative: extending Wi-Fi networks over Ethernet (cables). While this will probably have no real effect on your surfing speed, the speed of copying files from one computer to another will be drastically reduced. The disadvantage is that this will reduce your wireless bandwidth (by 50% in the worst case). The advantage is that you don’t need any cables to extend the range of your network. So, the AirPort Express Base Station will communicate with your other access point(s) over Wi-Fi. Select this network from the AirPort menu at the top right of your screen.The catch here is, though, that this will extend your Wi-Fi network over Wi-Fi. Once the AirPort Express has rebooted it will have a different network name. Wait for the AirPort Express to restart and update your settings. If you are happy with the settings click the Update button.Ī popup will appear asking you confirm that its okay for AirPort Express to be temporarily unavailable. Click the Go Back button to go back and change something. ![]() Click the Continue button to continue setup.ĪirPort Utility will show you a window summarizing your setup. Usually you would have your Connection set to Always On. Set your Account Name, Password, and Service Name. Click the Continue to continue setup.Įnter your connection information. If you don't want to connect to the internet then select I am not ready to connect to the Internet right now. If you use DSL and need to enter a username and password then select I use a DSL or cable modem using PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE). If you do not wish to password protect your wireless network then select No Security. Then enter a username and password for your wireless network. Then select the security for your network. Then click the Continue button.Įnter the name for your new Wireless Network. Select the option I don't have a wireless network and I want to create one. Now you must choose the type of setup for this AirPort Express. Then click the Continue button to continue setup. To personalize your AirPort Express name your Base Station and give it a password. Click the Continue button to set up your base station. Once installation is complete open a new Finder window and run AirPort Utility from within Applications : Utilities.Īirport Utility will search and find the connected Airport Express. Double click the AirPort Express package icon begin the installation. Insert the CD and a window will popup showing the contents of the disc. If you do not have AirPort Utility you will have to install it from the CD that came with your AirPort Express. Open a new Finder window and run AirPort Utility from within Applications : Utilities. ![]()
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