KeefT
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Q: airport wifi boosting

are both the new versions of airport express and the old (plug in the wall type) both 'n' capable and if so how can I configure these two to boost my wifi range using only an ipad?

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Posted on Jun 24, 2013 12:43 PM

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KeefT

Q: airport wifi boosting

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  • by Tesserax,

    Tesserax Tesserax Jun 24, 2013 7:42 PM in response to KeefT
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    Jun 24, 2013 7:42 PM in response to KeefT

    There are actually two versions of the "plug in the wall type" AirPort Express base stations. The earlier model only supports 802.11b/g; the newer model supports 802.11n in addtion. The latest version (Apple TV-like) also supports 802.11n.

     

    To configure them for an extended wireless network, please check out the following Apple Support article.

  • by Philly_Phan,

    Philly_Phan Philly_Phan Jun 24, 2013 8:30 PM in response to KeefT
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    Jun 24, 2013 8:30 PM in response to KeefT

    Technically, you don't "boost" the signal.  You receive the signal and regenerate (repeat) it.

     

    Configuration is simple if you start from a factory default condition.  Connect the main Airport to AC power and finally to the Internet modem (or modem/router).  Open Airport Utility on your Mac or other computer and accept all of the recommendations.  After confirming that it works, insert your desired administrative and WiFi passwords.

     

    Then connect the extender to AC power.  As before, open Airport Utility on your Mac or other computer and accept all of the recommendations.  No need to add password info.

     

    Do not expect the Airport to respond instantly to the configuration commands.  BE PATIENT!