mgj1956
Level 1 (4 points)
Wireless

Q: wifi connection

hi, i have not got a wan connection to the internet, i need to set up my time capsule to access the internet through a wireless modem. can i get the procedure. thanks

Mac mini (Late 2012), iOS 10.0.2

Posted on Sep 30, 2016 1:28 PM

by LaPastenague,Solvedanswer
LaPastenague LaPastenague
Level 9 (52,991 points)
Wireless
A:

The Time Capsule must connect to the internet via ethernet or wireless to another Apple router. You cannot wirelessly connect the TC to a wireless modem router.. because Apple don't make them.

 

The methods to connect therefore are as follows.

 

1. Use ethernet. This is the best by far.

 

The ethernet could be directly to a desktop machine if it uses wireless for internet.. but then the TC is not available to the network. Much better to provide internet via the TC though.

 

2. Use EOP (powerline adapters) in place of ethernet. They don't always work but can be a good solution when they do.

 

3. You need to purchase a wireless bridge. Airport Express is the only model apple designed with this added functionality. You place it near the TC .. the Express connects via wireless and uses ethernet to connect the TC to the network.. great for when you visit a hotel.. a really poor and slow way to connect internet via the TC for your own home.

It is not required to use an Express.. any brand wireless bridge would work.

Posted on Sep 30, 2016 5:30 PM

Close
mgj1956

Q: wifi connection

  • All replies
  • Helpful answers

  • by Stuart423,

    Stuart423 Stuart423 Sep 30, 2016 1:31 PM in response to mgj1956
    Level 2 (488 points)
    Notebooks
    Sep 30, 2016 1:31 PM in response to mgj1956

    Here are the instructions: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201510

  • by LaPastenague,Solvedanswer

    LaPastenague LaPastenague Sep 30, 2016 5:30 PM in response to mgj1956
    Level 9 (52,991 points)
    Wireless
    Sep 30, 2016 5:30 PM in response to mgj1956

    The Time Capsule must connect to the internet via ethernet or wireless to another Apple router. You cannot wirelessly connect the TC to a wireless modem router.. because Apple don't make them.

     

    The methods to connect therefore are as follows.

     

    1. Use ethernet. This is the best by far.

     

    The ethernet could be directly to a desktop machine if it uses wireless for internet.. but then the TC is not available to the network. Much better to provide internet via the TC though.

     

    2. Use EOP (powerline adapters) in place of ethernet. They don't always work but can be a good solution when they do.

     

    3. You need to purchase a wireless bridge. Airport Express is the only model apple designed with this added functionality. You place it near the TC .. the Express connects via wireless and uses ethernet to connect the TC to the network.. great for when you visit a hotel.. a really poor and slow way to connect internet via the TC for your own home.

    It is not required to use an Express.. any brand wireless bridge would work.

  • by mgj1956,

    mgj1956 mgj1956 Sep 30, 2016 5:31 PM in response to LaPastenague
    Level 1 (4 points)
    Wireless
    Sep 30, 2016 5:31 PM in response to LaPastenague

    Thanks appreciated.