HT201510: Setting up Time Capsule for the first time

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Q: can i connect the time capsule to a router?

i am having problems setting up the time capsule for the first time.  it works when i connect the time capsule to my mac via ethernet cable.  however, i am trying to have it connect to my mac wirelessly.  so i pluget it into my router through the wan port, but it flashes yellow. 

Time Capsule 802.11n (4th Gen), OS X Mountain Lion

Posted on Aug 2, 2012 3:40 PM

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Q: can i connect the time capsule to a router?

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  • by LaPastenague,Helpful

    LaPastenague LaPastenague Aug 2, 2012 4:57 PM in response to se9570
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    Aug 2, 2012 4:57 PM in response to se9570

    Flashing amber can mean anything .. it is just an error which you need to find in the airport utility the exact description.

     

    But I recommend reconnect by ethernet first.

     

    Setup wireless again.. this time use new name.. short, no spaces pure alphanumeric.. TC24ghz for example.. and different name for 5ghz.. TC5ghz works.

     

    Lock the wireless channels used particularly for 2.4ghz.. choose out of 1, 6, 11.

     

    Setup WPA2 Personal security with 8-12 character passkey.. pure alphanumeric.

     

    Update the TC, and disconnect the ethernet.. but do not move it yet.. with the Mac close by try to connect to the wireless.. if it still fails.. something is wrong in the hardware on one side or the other.

     

    If you get wireless working, determine if the router or modem you plug into is going to be the main router.. in which case bridge the TC. Or if the TC will be the main router.. setup the TC to connect by dhcp or pppoe depending on the broadband type.