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hello, wich is the different between apple time capsule model ME182LL/A and Model ME182AM/A Thanks!!!
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- Sep 9, 2017
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Can i easily back up multiple devices (iMac and MacBook) wirelessly, and access the separate back-ups, without having to create partitions?
- Asked by Andy B
- Aug 26, 2017
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Will airport express to apple TV work to mirror my late 2009 iMac or must I purchase an airport express?
- Asked by Harold B from Lakeland
- Jun 23, 2017
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Can I use a netgear booster to extend my wifi signal from my AirPort Extreme?
- Asked by Glen R from St. Joseph
- Aug 7, 2017
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Can I back up two separate Macs using Time Machine?
i.e. will it support two instances of Time Machine so both Macs can independently backup to the Time Capsule?
- Asked by Josh H
- Jun 20, 2013
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Yes, the Time Capsule will do this without any setup differences of any kind. Once you establish a connection by entering in the Time Capsule's drive password, then the rest is just the same as backing up the first Mac.

I have two Macs that I am backing up, and found it incredibly simple.
- Answered by Shawn F from Riverside
- Jul 22, 2013
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What is the real bandwidth that Airport can handle in the local network (wired and Wi-Fi)?
I'm trying to compare Apple Airport Extreme with other routers with similar characteristics, so it's important to check the bandwidth but Apple don't talk about this in the specifications sheet.
- Asked by Camilo C from Bogota
- Jan 27, 2016
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The LAN ports can handle up to 1Gbps, whereas 802.11ac WI-FI on the 5Ghz frequency can handle up to 1300Mbps (1.3Gbps). This is if the devices are compatible or whether the speed can be delivered by the Internet Service Provider. 802.11b/g/n handle less speed than this.
- Answered by Callum B from Wisbech
- Sep 3, 2017
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how do i find the security key on my airport?
- Asked by Michelle D. N from New Tripoli
- Jun 22, 2017
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steps for the the modem connection to apple time capsule
- Asked by Craig N from Brisbane
- Jul 14, 2017
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Does the AirPort express work as a internet provider or do I need a internet provider to use the AirPort express?
- Asked by Lisette M from Dallas
- Jul 27, 2015
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No, it's a router not a modem. So you'll need internet service with a modem and then it can be used as a router. But there are a lot more uses for this little device.

1. Extend your existing WiFi signal in weak spots of your home.

2. If you are in a hotel with no WiFi but the main lobby, this baby can be hooked up in your room with an ethernet cable and you can create your own wireless network.

3. Use it to play music from your iPhone, iPod, iPad or Macbook wirelessly through your stereo or any speakers. Works really good!

4. Wireless printing.
- Answered by Jesse S from Quartz Hill
- Jul 29, 2015
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do i need a modum if i have a time capsule
time capsule setup
- Asked by Daniel W from Uraidla
- Apr 7, 2017
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Yes the Time Capsule connects to your modem

The modem is what's creating the internet connection the Tome Capsule is taking that internet connection and broadcasting it wirelessly.
- Answered by Evelyn M from Brentwood
- Apr 9, 2017
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Does it work with a 13" macbook air brought in 2012 version OS X 10.8.4?
- Asked by Amy C from Burnaby
- Jul 21, 2013
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Yes. OSX 10.7.2 up.
- Answered by Max W from Pacific Palicades
- Dec 17, 2013
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System Requirements: OS X v10.7.4 or Later and Thunderbolt-equipped Mac computer
CAN I CONNECT TWO TIME CAPSULES TO SAME WI-FI
- Asked by David K from Eldersburg
- Nov 5, 2014
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Can I use two Airport Time Capsules in the same house as access points for two different floors?
Trying to set up a wireless network in a very large house. The Verizon router is in the basement and I want to create a wireless AP on the First floor and another one on the Second Floor. I also want to be able to save stuff on the network
- Asked by Kush V P from Riverside
- Dec 13, 2014
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Yes, you can; however, you'd do best to create a single network served by both Time Capsules.

1. Assuming that you have Ethernet wiring home-run from various points in the house to the basement, configure the wiring as follows:

Cable modem --> WAN port of first Time Capsule
LAN port of first Time Capsule --> all of the Ethernet runs (you may need an additional Ethernet switch to do this)

If you do not have Ethernet running everywhere, then make sure that both Time Capsules are in range of your computer before continuing (and ignore the Ethernet instructions below).

2. Configure the first Time Capsule as though it was a stand-alone wireless network.

3. Once this is done, hold the reset button on the back of the second Time Capsule until the light blinks quickly, which will clear the current wireless information in the second TC. Hook the WAN port of the second Time Capsule to the Ethernet cable.

4. Now use Airport Utility (under "Other Wi-Fi devices") to configure the second Time Capsule to extend the network you originally set up above. If the second Time Capsule is being set up wirelessly, you can now place it where you intend it to be; make sure that it remains in wireless range of the first Time Capsule.

You can repeat steps 3 and 4 with other Time Capsules, Airport Extremes and Airport Expresses to further extend your network. Wired and wireless network extensions can coexist in the same network.
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- Oct 10, 2015
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Can I play Amazon Prime Music thru my airport express to my home stereo, and if so, how is it set up?
My Airport Express is several years old
- Asked by Drew H from Pittsburgh
- Jan 13, 2017
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YES

That works, when using amazon prime in safari.
For me the solution was defining the airport express as the acustic output device in the system preferences.
As a shortcut for this you can go using the speaker symbol in the top / main menu.
- Answered by Matthias B
- Jun 11, 2017
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Can I use this JUST as a Wireless Hard Drive without connecting it to my modem or home internet?
- Asked by Ashley N
- Apr 29, 2014
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do I need internet connection to backup my mac to airport time capsule?
- Asked by Saem C from Wellington
- Dec 5, 2013
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Yes, it will work just fine without Internet when backing up or printing to the Time Capsule.
- Answered by Thomas P L from Jacobson
- Dec 6, 2013
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Are there drivers needed for the thunderbolt to gigabit adapter?
- Asked by Michael C from Frackville
- Jun 22, 2015
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It depends on the device you are trying to use this with, but if on a Mac which meets the given specifications, then no drivers are required.
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- Dec 5, 2015
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Can I use a USB 3.0 HD with Airport Extreme?
- Asked by Joe S from Omaha
- Apr 28, 2014
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Yes, but data will transfer at slower USB2 speeds because the Airport unit only supports USB2.
- Answered by Matthew K from Drexel Hill
- Jul 12, 2014
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i already have the older 4th gen version of the time capsule. Can i transfer from the older version to the new version without losing any data ?
- Asked by Paul H
- Jul 23, 2016
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can I use multiple apple express units to extend my network from one express to the next?
- Asked by John T from Madisonville
- May 18, 2017
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Yes, I have this setup at home where my base is an AE and another exactly the same in the bedroom to amplify the signal.
- Answered by Francisco M from Santa Cruz
- May 30, 2017
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