I am going through my network settings and see that I am setup with my Airport Extreme as a WDS network. I also see that there is an option to have it setup as "Create a Network."
Isn't WDS out of date? Should I change to the "Create" option? And, if so, how will that affect my connections to Apple TV, printer, etc.? Will my addresses change, etc.?
Thanks.
Let's start with identifying all of your network components. What is the exact model of your AirPort Extreme? What are the makes & models of any other routers, modems, etc. that is used in your current network? What is your goal with the AirPort Extreme?
Time Capsule, 1TB. (0x168C, 0x9A) 80211n
Apple Express (I can't find the model number!! Though I know it is "newer" than my Time Capsule Extreme.
Both using 7.6.4
Three Apple TV's.
Sonos Music system setup in the house...separate network.
Internet service provided by ARRIS modem...from Comcast.
My goal? To have the fastest and most stable system in my house. To take advantage of the Airport Express for extending my network, physically.
Thanks!
Since both of your AirPort base stations are 802.11n models you do NOT want to configure them for a WDS type extended network. Instead, you wlll want to take a look at the following Apple Support article on extending Wi-Fi networks with Apple routers.
Thanks much!
Issue resolved. No longer have WDS type network. Already seems more robust throughout the house.
Airport Extreme setup with WDS network or Create a network?
