Apple MD031LL/A setup guide Updating AirPort Software, AirPort Extreme Placement Considerations

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Updating AirPort Software

Apple periodically updates AirPort software. It is recommended that you update your AirPort Extreme to use the latest software.

You can select the “Check for updates when opening AirPort Utility” checkbox, or the “Check for updates” checkbox in AirPort preferences. If you select “Check for updates,” choose an increment of time, such as weekly, from the pop-up menu to automatically check for updates.

AirPort Extreme Placement Considerations

The following recommendations can help your AirPort Extreme achieve maximum wireless range and optimal network coverage.

ÂÂ Place your AirPort Extreme in an open area where there are few obstructions, such as large pieces of furniture or walls. Try to place it away from metallic surfaces.

ÂÂ If you place your AirPort Extreme behind furniture, keep at least an inch of space between the AirPort Extreme and the edge of the furniture.

ÂÂ Avoid placing your AirPort Extreme in areas surrounded by metal surfaces on three or more sides.

ÂÂ If you place your AirPort Extreme in an entertainment center with your stereo equipment, avoid completely surrounding the AirPort Extreme with audio, video, or power cables. Place your AirPort Extreme so that the cables are to one side. Maintain as much space as possible between the AirPort Extreme and the cables.

ÂÂ Try to place your AirPort Extreme at least 25 feet (7.6 meters) from a microwave oven, 2.4 or 5 gigahertz (GHz) cordless phones, or other sources of interference.

Chapter 4   Tips and Troubleshooting

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Contents Setup Guide Page Contents Regulatory Compliance Information Getting Started Getting Started AirPort Extreme has six ports, located on the back About the AirPort ExtremeAirPort Utility About the AirPort SoftwareWhat You Need to Get Started Plugging In AirPort Extreme Light Status/description AirPort Extreme Status LightWhat’s Next AirPort Extreme Networks Using the AirPort Extreme with a Broadband Internet Service To set it up Using the AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Printer To print from a computer using Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later To print from a computer using Mac OS X v10.5 or laterTo print from a computer using Windows Using the AirPort Extreme to Share USB Hard Disks To set it up Setting Up the Airport Extreme On a Mac computer using Mac OS X v10.5.7 or later Using AirPort UtilityConfiguring and Sharing Internet Access Creating a New Wireless NetworkSetting Up the Airport Extreme To set advanced options Setting Advanced OptionsTo allow client access to your network Allowing Wireless Clients Access to Your NetworkIf You Can’t Connect to the Internet Tips and TroubleshootingIf You Forgot Your Network or Base Station Password To reset the base station passwordTips and Troubleshooting If Your AirPort Extreme Isn’t Responding To return your AirPort Extreme to the factory settingsIf Your AirPort Extreme Status Light Flashes Amber If Your Printer Isn’t Responding On a Mac using Mac OS X v10.5 or laterOn a Mac using Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later On a computer using WindowsUpdating AirPort Software AirPort Extreme Placement ConsiderationsItems That Can Cause Interference with AirPort Online Resources Onscreen Help Learning More, Service, and SupportObtaining Warranty Service Appendix AirPort Extreme Specifications and Safety GuidelinesUsing your AirPort Extreme Safely About Operating and Storage Temperatures Regulatory Compliance Information Canadian Compliance Statement Singapore Wireless Certification Taiwan Class B Statement China Battery Statement Taiwan Battery Statement Page Printed
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