Apple designing airport networks Manuel D’Utilisation
Chapter 5
Using AirPort Express
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Once you have decided which kind of network you are going to set up, configuring
AirPort Express involves three steps:
AirPort Express involves three steps:
Step 1:
Connecting AirPort Express
Connect all of the cables you want to use with AirPort Express before you use the
AirPort Setup Assistant to set it up.
AirPort Setup Assistant to set it up.
Step 2:
Using the AirPort Setup Assistant
Use the AirPort Setup Assistant to set up your AirPort Express network or join your
existing wireless network.
existing wireless network.
Step 3:
Setting Advanced AirPort Express Options
These settings are optional for most users. They include using the base station as a
bridge between your AirPort network and an Ethernet network, controlling access to
an AirPort network, and setting advanced security options.
bridge between your AirPort network and an Ethernet network, controlling access to
an AirPort network, and setting advanced security options.
Connecting AirPort Express
Before you plug AirPort Express into a power outlet, first connect the appropriate
cables to the ports you want to use.
cables to the ports you want to use.
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Connect the Ethernet cable connected to your DSL or cable modem if you will
connect to the Internet using AirPort Express.
connect to the Internet using AirPort Express.
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Connect the audio cable to your stereo if you will use AirTunes to play music from
iTunes.
iTunes.
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Connect a USB cable to a compatible USB printer if you will print to a USB printer.
Note: AirPort Express does not support powered USB speakers. Use only powered
speakers with a stereo mini-jack connector.
speakers with a stereo mini-jack connector.
Once you have connected the cables for all the devices you plan to use, connect the AC
plug adapter if necessary. Plug AirPort Express into the wall. There is no on switch.
plug adapter if necessary. Plug AirPort Express into the wall. There is no on switch.
After you plug in AirPort Express, use the AirPort Setup Assistant to set it up to work
with your Internet connection, stereo, USB printer, or existing network.
with your Internet connection, stereo, USB printer, or existing network.
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