HT201510: Setting up Time Capsule for the first time

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JohnFromTex
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Q: Time Capsule

I wish to use my Time Capsule to extend my existing network.  When I select that radio button, it immediately reverts back to the create a new network screen.

Posted on Jan 6, 2014 9:03 AM

by Bob Timmons,Solvedanswer
Bob Timmons Bob Timmons
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I doubt that this would work.

 

Best bet is to connect the Time Capsule to your existing wireless router using an Ethernet cable. Connect from one of the LAN <-> ports on the wireless router to the WAN "O" port on the Time Capsule.

Posted on Jan 6, 2014 10:11 AM

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JohnFromTex

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  • by Bob Timmons,

    Bob Timmons Bob Timmons Jan 6, 2014 9:26 AM in response to JohnFromTex
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    Jan 6, 2014 9:26 AM in response to JohnFromTex

    The Time Capsule can "extend" a network wirelessly that has been created by another Apple router. Extremely unlikely that the Time Capsule could "extend" a network created by a router from another manufacturer.

     

    Does your network meet that basic requirement?

     

    If yes, what model of Apple AirPort router do you have? 

     

    If you are not sure, check the bottom of the device to locate the model number.....which starts with an "A" followed by four numbers.

  • by JohnFromTex,

    JohnFromTex JohnFromTex Jan 6, 2014 10:01 AM in response to Bob Timmons
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    Jan 6, 2014 10:01 AM in response to Bob Timmons

    The Time Capsule is an A1470.  I was indeed trying to connect to an existing non-apple network, but I would be just as happy if I could get the thing to merely join the non-apple network.

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    Bob Timmons Bob Timmons Jan 6, 2014 10:11 AM in response to JohnFromTex
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    Jan 6, 2014 10:11 AM in response to JohnFromTex

    I doubt that this would work.

     

    Best bet is to connect the Time Capsule to your existing wireless router using an Ethernet cable. Connect from one of the LAN <-> ports on the wireless router to the WAN "O" port on the Time Capsule.