Browse tag: airport

Browse tag: airport

Apple quietly updates AirPort Extreme, Time Capsule
Amidst all the big Mac updates announed Tuesday, Apple has also updated its AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule units with faster performance.
Apple, Sonos, or Squeezebox: What's best for getting your audio all over your house?
We love Sonos' Digital Music System and Logitech's Squeezebox, but Dan Frakes and Jason Snell set out to determine if they could build a comparable system from AirPort Express units and other Apple gear. Their experiences can help you decide which is the best system for getting your music around your house.
Apple posts list of software incompatible with Snow Leopard
Apple has posted a knowledge base document with list of software that is significantly incompatible with Snow Leopard.
Wake on Demand lets Snow Leopard sleep with one eye open
A new networking feature in OS X 10.6 lets you remotely wake up a slumbering Mac over Wi-Fi or Ethernet so you can access files and media stored there. But the feature won't work with every setup. Here's what you need to know.
Is your network fast enough?
Everyone wants a faster network. But you can't speed it up until you know how fast it's going now. Glenn Fleishman shows you three ways to do that.
AirPort Client Update improves MacBook wireless performance
Apple's rolled out an AirPort Client Update for certain recent models of MacBook an MacBook Pro, improving wireless performance while on battery power.
Stream music from iTunes
Using an Airport Express or an Apple TV, you can easily stream music from iTunes to the speakers of your choice.
Apple releases Mac OS X 10.5.8
Apple on Wednesday released the latest version of Mac OS X Leopard, 10.5.8, including improved AirPort reliability, improved Bluetooth device connectivity, and several security fixes.
Apple updates Time Capsule, AirPort firmware and Final Cut Pro
Apple updated its Time Capsule and AirPort Base Station firmware on Tuesday along with a minor update for Final Cut Pro.
Troubleshoot your Internet connection
Is your Net connection feeling poky? Are downloads taking forever? The problem could lie anywhere along the line from your Mac to your ISP. Glenn Fleishman explains how to get things back up to speed.
Apple releases AirPort Utility 5.4.2 update
Apple on Wednesday released the AirPort Utility 5.4.2 update which addresses some minor bugs and adds a few goodies to boot.
Understanding Wi-Fi's two spectrum bands
The versions of AirPort Extreme Base Station and Time Capsule released earlier this year can operate simultaneously over the 2.4GHz and 5GHz spectrum bands. Glenn Fleishman looks at common problems and solutions that might plague you in the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands and offers advice on manually setting channels in both bands or creating two unique networks with a simultaneous dual-band base station.
Charge it on your AirEx
Apple’s AirPort Express never ceases to make itself useful to road warriors.
Setting up an AirPort disk
You have an AirPort Extreme Base Station and a USB hard drive. Now what?
Airfoil Speakers Touch streams audio to iPhone, iPod touch
Rogue Amoeba's new Airfoil Speakers Touch lets your iPhone or iPod touch double as remote Airfoil speakers, streaming music from your Mac or PC.
Review: AirPort Extreme Base Station
The 2009 version of the AirPort Extreme Base Station packs in a ton of features, as well as speed, into a small, reasonably priced package. If you’re looking to replace your current Wi-Fi router, you can’t go wrong with the AirPort Extreme. If you’re running a small business, the new guest network feature alone might be worth the $179 price tag.
Apple updates Time Capsule and AirPort Base Station firmware
Apple has updated the firmware for the 802.11n-compatible models of the AirPort Extreme, AirPort Express, and Time Capsule.
Analysis: Inside Apple’s AirPort Extreme, Time Capsule updates
On Tuesday, Apple updated its AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule products adding ability to operate on two bands simultaneously, among other changes. Glenn Fleishman explains what each of the new features means for end users.
Apple updates AirPort Client, AirPort Utility
Apple updated its AirPort Client and AirPort Utility software, addresses issues with roaming and network selection in dual-band environments.
Summary: Desktop overhaul leads busy day of Apple releases
Apple made some long-awaited changes to its desktop line, with updates to the Mac Pro, Mac mini, and iMac models. Get a summary of those changes, along with the latest news on Apple’s updated MacBook Pro, Time Capsule, and AirPort Extreme offerings.
Slideshow: New Apple hardware
A visual view of the latest changes to Apple's product line.
Apple adds dual-band capabilities to AirPort, Time Capsule
An update to AirPort Extreme adds simultaneous dual-band capabilities and guest networking.
Buyer's Guide: Powerline Networking
If your wireless networking isn't doing the job, the solution could be in your walls: The powerlines that transmit electricity can also transmit data. Here's how to take advantage of them.
Buyer's Guide: Wi-Fi Routers
While Apple's own Airport base stations work fine, sometimes third-party wireless hardware makes more sense. Becky Waring explains how to buy and install WiFi routers from other vendors
When AirPort is not enough
If Apple’s wireless hardware isn’t doing the job, here are your best alternatives.
Buyer's Guide: Ethernet Switches
If your Airport network isn't keeping up with your family's demands, you might need to upgrade it. Your first choice: Good old wired Ethernet. Here's how to choose and install the right hardware.
Under the gavel: EZ4Media alleges infringement in the air
Wireless entertainment device maker EZ4Media claims that Apple is infringing on several of its patents.
Connect: How to add network attached storage
If you need to back up multiple Macs or share media files on your home (or small-business) network, you might need more than a USB drive attached to your AirPort base station or Time Capsule. Kirk McElhearn explains why network attached storage might be a better solution.
iPhone + Remote app = houseful of music
With an iPhone or iPod touch, Apple's Remote app, and an AirPort Express or Apple TV, you can have a houseful of music, controlled from the palm of your hand. Here's how to set it up.
Use a command-line AirPort tool
Learn how to use an Apple-provided tool to manage your Mac's AirPort card and connections.