How do I setup my AirPort Express base station as a WiFi extender?

Click “Manual Setup,” then “Airport,” and then “Wireless.” Choose “Extend a Wireless Network” in the “Wireless Mode” menu. Choose the network name you set earlier and enter the password if you created one. Click “Update.” Adjust your devices as necessary to maximize your network strength wherever you use your computer.

Does AirPort Express need a base station?

Does an AirPort Express require an AirPort Extreme Base Station to work? No, the AirPort Express can connect using WiFi to join virtually any wireless network when it is functioning correctly and it has the correct connection settings.

How do I add a base station to AirPort Utility?

1 Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder. 2 Select your base station and click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your AirPort Extreme and your wireless network.

What is an AirPort Express base station used for?

An AirPort Express is used to extend a Wi-Fi network to a larger area, or can be used to stream audio using AirPlay. A Time Capsule is a combination of an AirPort Extreme and an external hard drive, and comes in 2 TB or 3 TB. It automatically backs up all Macs on your network.

Does Apple still support AirPort Express?

Apple officially discontinued the Apple Airport Express in April of 2018, but it may still be available new from remaining stock, as well as refurbished or used through select online and brick-and-mortar retailers. However, there are still millions of units in use.

How do you set up a base station?

Base Stations should be aimed and angled toward the center of the play area. In the ideal setup, Base Stations should be above head height (at least 6.5 feet / 2 meters), angled down by 30-45 degrees, positioned no more than 16 feet / 5 meters apart, and place opposite one another in separate corners of the play area.