AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Introducing the new AirPort Express Base Station, now with 802.11n wireless. Easily create a wireless network at home. Enjoy your iTunes music library in virtually any room of your house. Share a USB printer without obtrusive cables. And do it all with the latest wireless technology.
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Overview
Up to 5x the performance, 2x the range
AirPort Express now uses next-generation 802.11n wireless technology1 to deliver up to five times the performance and up to twice the range of 802.11g wireless networks.2
Easy wireless networking
The easy-to-use AirPort Utility — available for both
Print without wires
Print documents, photos, and more from any room in the house to one central USB printer. (See system requirements.)
Really rock the house
Play the music from your computer's iTunes library through a set of speakers or stereo in just about any room in your home — wirelessly. (See system requirements.)
Take it with you
Lightweight and compact, AirPort Express is built for mobility, so you can create an instant wireless network at your hotel, job site, or wherever you need one.
Works with Apple TV, iPhone, and more
AirPort Express works flawlessly with Apple TV, iPhone, iPod touch, and all your other Wi-Fi devices that use the 802.11a/b/g/n wireless standards.
What's in the Box
- AirPort Express
- CD with AirPort Utility (Mac and Windows), 802.11n Enabler (for Intel Core 2 Duo and Xeon-based Macintosh computers except 17-inch 1.83GHz iMac and Mac mini), Bonjour for Windows
- Printed and electronic documentation
System Requirements
For setup and administration:
- Macintosh computer with Mac OS X v10.4 or later, Ethernet or wireless networking capability
- PC with Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista, CD drive, Ethernet or wireless networking capability
For wireless client access:
- Mac with AirPort or AirPort Extreme wireless capability
- PC with 802.11a/b/g/n
For shared printing:
- USB printer
- Macintosh computer with Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later
- PC with Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista; Bonjour for Windows included on AirPort Express CD
For iTunes music streaming:
- Stereo or powered speakers
- Audio cable
- iTunes 4.6 or later
- (1) The AirPort Express Base Station is based on an IEEE 802.11n draft specification and is compatible with IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, and IEEE 802.11g.
- (2) Based on a comparison with Apple's 802.11g products. Comparison assumes AirPort Express network with 802.11n-enabled computer. Speed and range will be less if an 802.11a/b/g product joins the network. Accessing the wireless network requires an AirPort- or AirPort Extreme-enabled computer or other Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a/b/g-enabled computer. Actual performance will vary based on range, connection rate, site conditions, size of network, and other factors. Range will vary with site conditions.
- (3) Wireless Internet access requires a wireless-enabled computer, a base station or other access point, and Internet access (fees may apply). Some ISPs are not currently compatible with AirPort Express.
Most Useful Reviews
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Awsome
Written by TF from Rogersville
17-Mar-2008
wi-fi that can fit in my pocket, an iPod charger, and much more.....well worth the money I shelled out for it...I highly recommend it to anyone that travels...or anyone with a wi-fi device in general!!! 4.99/5.00 …More
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
outstanding product
Written by MS from Cincinnati
18-Mar-2008
WOW! i just bought my airport express hotness at the apple store in cincinnati (best apple store in the world! - JD in the back is the MAN!). i hooked it up to my existing airport extreme network, and it was set up and connected in about 37 seconds. this thing rocks! i have my samsung laser printer hooked up to and my bose computer speakers connected in my room, and this thing works like a charm! go get one - you can use it as a charger for your iPod or iPhone too! the fact that they didn't raise the price makes it an even better deal. this thing is genius... …More
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Just as advertised
Written by DJ from Parker
19-Mar-2008
I am amazed at the ease of installation on windows pc in a matter of minutes I had fast wireless, and it has really good range much better that I thought. …More
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Most Recent Reviews
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Great in theory, poor execution
Written by AL from Portland
4-Dec-2009
The idea behind this lil' gadget is great. I got an Airport Express purely as a way to stream iTunes music across my living room from a Sony laptop to our stereo, and didn't really need any other features. Despite having all the latest downloads and updates, and replacing the unit, it never worked for more than 2 minutes without stuttering, intermittently losing connection, and then out-right failing, never again to be recognized without hard rebooting the Airport. BTW, this is NOT a Windows issue, as many a Macbook user has the same issues. …More
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Outshines Other Routers
Written by RG from HAMMOND
3-Dec-2009
I upgraded to the Express Base Station from a Linksys Wireless-N router and have been impressed since! The Express is much faster, reliable, and set up was a snap. It literally took about 7 minutes from start to finish. I can't say that about the Linksys. It has been connected for several days and I have yet to have a dropped Internet connection. However, I recommend using the Express only if you have a Mac as both the hardware and software are meant to complement one another. …More
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Perfect
Written by EW from Tonopah
1-Dec-2009
The title of my review tells it all. I used the AirPort Express to extend my home network via a 1TB-Time Capsule. Coverage in my home is excellent in all areas. Set-up was simple. Money very well spent. Good job Apple. …More
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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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Can I use the AirPort Express Base Station as a WiFi repeater to extend coverage in my home?
- Asked by SS from Encino
- 10-Oct-2009
Best Answer
Yes...you can go into the settings for the AirPort Express and tell it how you want it to be used. You select 'Extend' and it's all setup. I just did it this weekend and it took all of 5 minutes from the time I opened the box. …More
- Answered by MW from Holland
- 12-Oct-2009
- 81 of 84 people found this useful
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Could I use this to connect my XBOX 360 to the internet via either RJ-45 or USB?
- Asked by MR from Alicante
- 1-Oct-2009
Best Answer
Yes, but only if the airport express is extending an existing airport network. In other words, if you already have an airport extreme, time capsule, or another airport express it is possible to do this. It's just, however, not the easiest or most reliable option in my opinion. …More
- Answered by RS from Syracuse
- 10-Oct-2009
- 15 of 18 people found this useful
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Can I use AirPort Express Base Station to connect to my existing home wi-fi network (USR Wireless Router) and share my HP LaserJet P1005 printer?
- Asked by CR from Kandana
- 6-Oct-2009
Best Answer
Yes, as long as you know the credentials for joining a device to your current wireless network. You would setup the Airport Express to "Join Your Wireless Network" like a computer or laptop. You can then connect your printer to the USB port on the Airport Express making it available to any computers on the same network. (NOTE: the USB port on the Airport Express is not "hot-swappable" which means you should connect the printer first and then power on the Airport Express)
The only issues that can occur include the security on your current wireless network not allowing the Airport Express to join it correctly if at all. I recommend using WPA-PSK security with a password of 8 or more characters (required). Wireless networks that are set to use a 10-character or 5 character passwords are most-likely using the older WEP security which doesn't always work well with the newer hardware in the Airport products.
Hope this helps. …More- Answered by KR from Folsom
- 8-Oct-2009
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Most Recent
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What power cord is needed to move the airport express off the outlet?
- Asked by PB from Grayson
- 5-Dec-2009
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Can I connect by usb the airport express base unit to Dell XPS running itunes and then in the theater room set up the Apple TV to connect?
- Asked by JP from Meridian
- 5-Dec-2009
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I only have access to an ethernet jack. If I plug the ethernet cable into the AirPort Express, will I get wi-fi?
- Asked by CK from Clark
- 5-Dec-2009
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Will this product run with my existing Linksis wireless network without interfering? Do they run side by side? Or does it replace the Linksis?
- Asked by KS from North Andover
- 5-Dec-2009
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How well will this product work with a D-Link wireless N router?
- Asked by ZH from Chanhassen
- 5-Dec-2009
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Can I use Spotify via Airport Express? Or just Itunes?
- Asked by JR from Helsinki
- 5-Dec-2009
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I have a Netgear router. Will this work on my iMac or do I need to get Airport Express and link to a modem to be able to connect wirelessly ?
- Asked by RR from Loughborough
- 4-Dec-2009
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I wanted to know what is the best way to play video and audio from my imac to my home theater?AppleTV only seems to stream itunes content?
- Asked by DS from ORLANDO
- 4-Dec-2009
