it. Make sure your AirPort Extreme is connected directly to the modem via Ethernet before reconnecting power to the modem.

For more information about why the light is flashing, open AirPort Utility, select your AirPort Extreme, and then click Edit to display information about the flashing light.

You can also select “Monitor base station for problems” in AirPort preferences. If the base station has a problem, AirPort Utility opens and walks you through solving the problem.

If You Want to Update Your AirPort Extreme Software

Apple periodically updates AirPort Utility. To download the latest version: ÂÂ On a Mac, go to www.apple.com/support/airport.

ÂÂ On an iOS device, go to the App Store.

You can also update your AirPort Extreme firmware when it becomes available.

To update your AirPort Extreme firmware from a Mac:

1Open AirPort Utility.

2Select your AirPort Extreme.

3Click Update next to the version number.

To update your AirPort Extreme firmware from an iOS device:

ÂÂ Open AirPort Utility, select your AirPort Extreme, and then tap Version.

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