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2 Contents 3Chapter 1: Getting Started11 Chapter 2: AirPort Extreme Networks12 Using AirPort Extreme with Your Broadband Internet Service 14 Using AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Printer 16 Using AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Hard Disk 18 Using AirPort Extreme with Your AirPort Network 20 Chapter 3: Setting Up AirPort Extreme25 Chapter 4: Tips and Troubleshooting33 Chapter 5: Learning More, Service, and Support

1 3 1 Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing AirPort Extreme. Read this guide to get started using it. AirPort Extreme is based on the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) draft 802.11n standard, the fastest wireless standard, which provides better performance and greater range than previous IEEE 802.11 standards. AirPort Extreme is compatible with computers using 802.11b and 802.11g, as well as computers using the 802.11a wireless standards.With AirPort Extreme, you can:Â Create a wireless network in your home, and then connect to the Internet and share the connection with multiple computers simultaneously. An entire family or office can be connected to the Internet at the same time.Â Connect AirPort Extreme to your Ethernet network. Wireless-equipped Macintosh computers or Windows XP computers can access an entire network without being connected by a cable.Â Connect a USB printer to your AirPort Extreme. All of the compatible computers on the AirPort network, both wireless and wired, can print to it.

4 Chapter 1 Getting StartedÂ Connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme. All of the compatible computers on the AirPort network, both wireless and wired, can access the information on the hard disk.Â Connect a USB hub to your AirPort Extreme, and then connect multiple USB devices, such as printers or hard disks. All of the computers on the network can access those devices.

Chapter 1 Getting Started 5 About AirPort Extreme AirPort Extreme has five ports, located on the back side:Â One Ethernet Wide Area Network (WAN) port (< ) for connecting a DSL or cable modem, or for connecting to an existing Ethernet network Â Three 10/100 Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) ports (G ) for connecting Ethernet devices, such as printers or computers, or for connecting to an existing Ethernet network Â One USB port (d ) for connecting a compatible USB printer, hard disk, or hubNext to the ports is a reset button, which is used for troubleshooting your AirPort Extreme. The status light on the front of AirPort Extreme shows the current status.Status light Internet WAN portAC adapterPower port USB portEthernet ports Reset buttonSecurity slot

6 Chapter 1 Getting Started About the AirPort Software AirPort Extreme works with the AirPort software included on the AirPort Extreme CD. AirPort Utility AirPort Utility helps you set up your AirPort Extreme to create a wireless network, connect to the Internet, and share a USB printer or hard disk. You can also connect your AirPort Extreme to your existing AirPort Extreme or AirPort Extreme wireless network to extend the range of your network using a Wireless Distribution System (WDS). Use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to quickly and easily set up your AirPort Extreme and your wireless network.AirPort Utility is also an advanced tool for setting up and managing AirPort Extreme and AirPort Express Base Stations. Use AirPort Utility to adjust network, routing, and security settings and other advanced options. Z AirPort status menu in the menu bar Use the AirPort status menu to switch quickly between AirPort networks, monitor the signal quality of the current network, create a computer-to-computer network, and turn AirPort on and off. The status menu is available on computers usingMac OS X.

Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 What You Need to Get Started To set up AirPort Extreme using a Macintosh, you must have the following:Â A Macintosh computer with an AirPort or AirPort Extreme Card installed to set it up wirelesslyÂ A Macintosh computer connected to AirPort Extreme with an Ethernet cable to set it up using EthernetÂ Mac OS X v10.4 or laterÂ AirPort Utility 5 or later To set up AirPort Extreme using a Windows PC, you must have the following:Â A Windows PC with 300-MHz or higher processor speedÂ Windows XP Home or Professional (with Service Pack 2 installed)Â AirPort Utility 5 or laterYou can use AirPort Extreme with any wireless-enabled computer that is compliant with the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g standards, or with draft 802.11n. To set up AirPort Extreme, your computer must meet the requirements listed above.Install the AirPort software that came on the CD and follow the instructions on the following pages to set up your AirPort Extreme and your AirPort wireless network. Plugging In AirPort Extreme Before you plug in your AirPort Extreme, first connect the appropriate cables to the ports you want to use, including:Â An Ethernet cable connected to your DSL or cable modem (if you will connect to the Internet) to the Ethernet (WAN) port (< )

8 Chapter 1 Getting StartedÂ A USB cable to the USB port (d ) and to a compatible USB printer (if you will print to a USB printer), a USB hard disk, or USB hubÂ Any Ethernet devices to the Ethernet LAN (G ) portsAfter you have connected the cables for all the devices you plan to use, connect the AC plug adapter, and plug AirPort Extreme into the wall. There is no “on” switch. Important: Use only the AC adapter that came with your AirPort Extreme.When you plug AirPort Extreme into the wall, the status light flashes green for one second, and then glows amber while it starts up. After it has started up completely, the status light glows solid green.Power port Ethernet activity lightAC adapter

Chapter 1 Getting Started 9 When you connect Ethernet cables to the Ethernet LAN (G ) ports, the lights above the ports blink when there is network activity. AirPort Extreme Status Lights The following table explains AirPort Extreme light sequences and what they indicate. What’s Next After you plug in AirPort Extreme, use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to set it up to work with your Internet connection, USB printer or hard disk, or an existing network. The AirPort Utility is located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Macintosh, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows XP.See “AirPort Extreme Networks” on page 11 for examples of all the ways you can use AirPort Extreme, and information about how to set it up. Light Status/description Off AirPort Extreme is unplugged. Flashing green AirPort Extreme is starting up. The light flashes for one second. Solid green AirPort Extreme is on and working properly. If you choose Flash On Activity from the Status Light pop-up menu (on the Base Station pane of AirPort settings in AirPort Utility), the status light may flash green to indicate normal activity. Flashing amber AirPort Extreme cannot establish a connection to the network or the Internet. See “Your AirPort Extreme Status Light Flashes Amber” on page 28. Solid amber AirPort Extreme is completing its startup sequence. Flashing amber and green There may be a problem starting up. AirPort Extreme will restart and try again.

10 Chapter 1 Getting Started See “Setting Up AirPort Extreme” on page 20 to find out more about using AirPort Utility to set up your base station and wireless network.

2 11 2 AirPort Extreme Networks In this chapter you’ll find explanations of the different ways you can use AirPort Extreme. This chapter gives examples of the different kinds of networks you can set up using AirPort Extreme. It provides diagrams and explanations of what you need to do to get your AirPort Extreme network up and running quickly.

12 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme with Your Broadband Internet Service When you set up AirPort Extreme to provide network and Internet access, Macintosh computers with AirPort and AirPort Extreme Cards, and 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless-equipped computers can access the wireless AirPort network to share files, play games, and use Internet applications like web browsers and email applications. It looks like this:DSL or cable modem Internet WAN portto Internet<

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 13 To set it up: 1 Connect your DSL or cable modem to your AirPort Extreme Ethernet WAN (< ) port. 2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder), select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network or join an existing one. (See “Setting Up AirPort Extreme” on page 20.)Computers using AirPort and computers using other wireless cards or adapters connect to the Internet through AirPort Extreme. Computers connected to AirPort Extreme Ethernet ports can also access the network and connect to the Internet.Wireless computers and computers connected to the Ethernet ports can also communicate with one another through AirPort Extreme.

14 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Printer When you connect a USB printer to your AirPort Extreme, all computers on the network (wired and wireless) can print to it. It looks like this:USB portShared printerd

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 15 To set it up: 1 Connect the printer to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d ) using a USB cable. 2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder), select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network. To use the printer connected toa computer using Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later:1 Open Printer Setup Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder). 2 Select the printer from the list.If the printer is not in the list, click Add, choose Bonjour from the pop-up menu, and then select the printer from the list. To use the printer connected to a computer using or Windows XP:1 Install Bonjour for Windows from the CD that came with your AirPort Extreme. 2 Follow the onscreen instructions to connect your printer.

16 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme to Share a USB Hard Disk When you connect a USB hard disk to your AirPort Extreme, all computers on the network (wired and wireless) can connect to the hard disk to access, share, and store files. It looks like this:Shared hard disk driveUSB portd

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 17 To set it up: 1 Connect the hard disk to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d ) using a USB cable. 2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder), select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network.Computers can access the hard disk to share or store files using Mac OS X v10.4 or later, or Windows XP (with Service Pack 2). To access the hard disk from a computer using Mac OS X:1 From the Finder, choose Go > Connect to Server. 2 Click Browse, select the name of your base station, and then click Connect. 3 Select Guest to connect to the hard disk. To access the hard disk from a computer using Windows XP:1 Right-click on My Computer and choose Map Network Disk. 2 Enter the base station’s IP address and share name.

18 Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks Using AirPort Extreme with Your AirPort Network The illustration below shows a wireless network utilizing all the capabilities of AirPort Extreme.DSL or cable modemto USB portto USB portUSB hub to Internetto EthernetportAirPort ExtremeShared harddisk driveSharedprinter

Chapter 2 AirPort Extreme Networks 19 To set it up 1 Connect all the devices you plan to use in your network. 2 Open AirPort Utility (located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder), select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your network. (See “Setting Up AirPort Extreme” on page 20.)

3 20 3 Setting Up AirPort Extreme This chapter provides information and instructions for using AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme. Use the diagrams in the previous chapter to help you decide where you want to use your AirPort Extreme, and what features you want to set up on your AirPort network. Then use the instructions in this chapter to easily configure AirPort Extreme and set up your AirPort network.This chapter provides an overview for using the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to set up your network and other features of your AirPort Extreme. For more detailed wireless networking information, and for information about the advanced features of AirPort Utility and AirPort Express, refer to the “Designing AirPort Networks” document, located on the AirPort Extreme CD and at www.apple.com/airportextreme.You can do most of your network setup and configuration tasks using the setup assistant in AirPort Utility. To set advanced options, choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu of AirPort Utility. See “Setting Advanced Options” on page 23.

Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort Extreme 21 Using the AirPort Utility To set up and configure your AirPort Extreme to use AirPort for wireless networking and Internet access, use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility. AirPort Utility is installed on your computer when you install the software on the AirPort Extreme CD. On a Macintosh computer using Mac OS X v10.3 or later:1 Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in your Applications folder. 2 Select your base station, and then click Continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your AirPort Extreme and your wireless network. On a computer using Windows XP (with Service Pack 2):1Open AirPort Utility, located in Start > All Programs > AirPort.2Select your base station, and then click Continue.3Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your AirPort Extreme and your wireless network.

22 Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort ExtremeThe setup assistant in AirPort Utility asks you a series of questions about the type of network you want to use and the services you want to set up. The setup assistant helps you enter the appropriate settings for the network you are setting up.If you are using AirPort Extreme to connect to the Internet, you need a broadband (DSL or cable modem) account with an Internet service provider, or a connection to the Internet using an existing Ethernet network. If you received specific information from your ISP (such as a static IP address or a DHCP client ID), you may need to enter it in AirPort Utility. Have this information available before you set up your AirPort Extreme.Creating a New Wireless NetworkYou can use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to create a new wireless network. The setup assistant guides you through the steps necessary to name your network, protect your network with a password, and set other options.If you plan to share a USB printer or USB hard disk on your network:1Connect the printer or hard disk to the AirPort Extreme USB port (d).2Open AirPort Utility, located in Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Macintosh, or in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows XP.3Follow the onscreen instructions to create a new network.Configuring and Sharing Internet AccessIf you plan to share your Internet connection with wireless-enabled computers on your network or computers connected to the Ethernet ports, you need to set up your AirPort Extreme as an AirPort Base Station. After it is set up, computers access the Internet via the AirPort network. The base station connects to the Internet and transmits information to the computers over the AirPort network.

Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort Extreme 23Before you use the AirPort Utility to set up your base station, connect your DSL or cable modem to the AirPort Extreme Ethernet WAN port (<). If you are using an existing Ethernet network with Internet access to connect to the Internet, you can connect the AirPort Extreme to the Ethernet network instead.Use the setup assistant in AirPort Utility to enter your ISP settings and configure how AirPort Extreme shares the settings with other computers.1Open AirPort Utility, located in Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Macintosh, or in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows XP.2Select your base station, and then click Continue.3Follow the onscreen instructions to configure and share Internet access on your AirPort Extreme.Using the setup assistant in AirPort Utility is a quick and easy way to set up your base station and network. If you want to set additional options for your network, such as restricting access to your network, or setting advanced DHCP options, you can choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu of AirPort Utility. See “Setting Advanced Options” on page 23.Setting Advanced OptionsTo set advanced options, you can use AirPort Utility to set up your AirPort Extreme manually. You can configure advanced base station settings, such as advanced security options, closed networks, DHCP lease time, access control, power controls, setting up user accounts, and more.

24 Chapter 3 Setting Up AirPort ExtremeTo set advanced options:1Choose the wireless network you want to change. On a Macintosh, use the AirPort status menu in the menu bar. On a computer using Windows XP, hold the pointer over the wireless connection icon until you see your AirPort network name (SSID), and choose it from the list if there are multiple networks available.2Open AirPort Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Macintosh, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows XP.3If there is more than one base station in the list, select the base station you want to configure. If you don’t see the base station you want to configure, click Rescan to scan for available base stations, and then select the base station you want.4Choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu. If you are prompted for a password, enter it.For more information and detailed instructions for using the manual setup features in AirPort Utility, see the “Designing AirPort Networks” document, located on your AirPort Extreme CD and at www.apple.com/airport.

4 254Tips and TroubleshootingYou can quickly solve most problems with AirPort Extreme by following the advice in this chapter.The AirPort Software Can’t Detect the Proper AirPort HardwareMake sure that the computer you are using has an AirPort Card or an AirPort Extreme Card installed. If you recently installed the card, shut down your computer and make sure the card is properly installed. Make sure that the AirPort antenna is securely connected to the card (you should hear a click when the antenna is connected securely). Make sure that the other end of the card is firmly inserted into the connector in the AirPort Card slot.If you are using a computer with Windows XP, make sure the wireless card or adapter is installed correctly. See the documentation that came with your computer to check the connection if you are using a computer with Windows XP. Also make sure you have installed Service Pack 2.

26 Chapter 4 Tips and TroubleshootingYou Forgot Your Network or AirPort Extreme PasswordYou can clear the AirPort network or base station password by resetting AirPort Extreme. To reset the base station password:1Use the end of a straightened paper clip to press and hold the reset button for one second. 2Select your AirPort network.ÂOn a Macintosh, use the AirPort status menu in the menu bar to select the network created by AirPort Extreme (the network name does not change).ÂOn a computer using Windows XP, hold the pointer over the wireless connection icon until you see your AirPort Network Name (SSID), and choose it from the list if there are multiple networks available.3Open AirPort Utility (in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder on a Macintosh, and in Start > All Programs > AirPort on a computer using Windows XP).4Select your base station and then choose Manual Setup from the View menu.5Click AirPort in the toolbar, and then click Base Station.6Enter a new password for the base station. 7Click Wireless and choose an encryption method from the Wireless Security pop-up menu to turn on encryption and activate password protection for your AirPort network. If you turn on encryption, enter a new password for your AirPort network.8Click Update to restart the base station and load the new settings.

Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting 27Your AirPort Extreme Isn’t RespondingTry unplugging it and plugging it back into a power outlet.If your AirPort Extreme stops responding completely, you may need to reset it to the factory default settings. This erases all of the settings you’ve made and resets them to the settings that came with the AirPort Extreme.To return AirPort Extreme to the factory settings:mUse the end of a straightened paper clip to press and hold the reset button until the status light flashes quickly (about 5 seconds).AirPort Extreme resets with the following settings:ÂAirPort Extreme receives its IP address using DHCP.ÂThe network name reverts to Apple Network XXXXXX (where X is a letter or number).ÂThe AirPort Extreme password returns to public.If your base station is still not responding, try the following:1Unplug AirPort Extreme.2Use the end of a straightened paper clip to hold down the reset button while you plug in AirPort Extreme.

28 Chapter 4 Tips and TroubleshootingYour AirPort Extreme Status Light Flashes AmberThe Ethernet cable may not be connected properly, AirPort Extreme may be out of range of an AirPort network, or there may be a problem with your Internet service provider. If you are connected to the Internet with a DSL or cable modem, the modem may have lost its connection to the network or the Internet. Even if the modem seems to be working properly, try disconnecting the modem from its power supply, waiting a few seconds, and then reconnecting it. Make sure AirPort Extreme is connected directly to the modem via Ethernet before reconnecting power to the modem.For more information on the reason the light flashes, open AirPort Utility, select your base station, and then choose Manual Setup from the View menu. The information about the flashing light is displayed in the Summary pane.Your Printer Isn’t RespondingIf you connected a printer to the USB port on your AirPort Extreme and the computers on the AirPort network can’t print, try the following:1Make sure the printer is plugged in and turned on.2Make sure the cables are securely connected to the printer and to the AirPort Extreme USB port.

Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting 293Make sure the printer is selected in the Printer List window on client computers. To do this on a Macintosh using Mac OS X v10.3 or later:ÂOpen Printer Setup Utility, located in the Utilities folder in the Applications folder.ÂIf the printer is not in the list, click Add.ÂChoose Bonjour from the pop-up menu.ÂSelect the printer, and then click Add.To select your printer on a computer using Windows XP:ÂOpen “Printers and Faxes” from the Start menu.ÂSelect the printer. If the printer is not in the list, click Add Printer and then follow the onscreen instructions.4Turn off the printer, wait a few seconds, and then turn it on again.I Want to Update My AirPort SoftwareApple periodically updates AirPort software to improve performance or add features. It is recommended that you update your AirPort Extreme to use the latest software. To download the latest version of AirPort software, go to www.support.apple.com/airport.

30 Chapter 4 Tips and TroubleshootingAirPort Extreme Placement ConsiderationsThe following recommendations can help your AirPort Extreme achieve maximum wireless range and optimal network coverage.ÂPlace your AirPort Extreme in an open area where there are few obstructions, such as large pieces of furniture or walls. Try to place it away from metallic surfaces.ÂIf you place your AirPort Extreme behind furniture, keep at least at least an inch of space between the AirPort Extreme and the edge of the furniture. ÂAvoid placing your AirPort Extreme in areas surrounded by metal surfaces on three or more sides. ÂIf you place your AirPort Extreme in an entertainment center with your stereo equipment, avoid completely surrounding AirPort Extreme with audio, video, or power cables. Place your AirPort Extreme so that the cables are to one side. Maintain as much space as possible between AirPort Extreme and the cables.ÂTry to place your AirPort Extreme at least 25 feet from a microwave oven and 2.4 or 5 GHz cordless phones, or other sources of interference.Items That Can Cause Interference with AirPortThe farther away the interference source, the less likely it is to cause a problem. The following items can cause interference with AirPort communication:ÂMicrowave ovensÂDirect Satellite Service (DSS) radio frequency leakageÂThe original coaxial cable that came with certain types of satellite dishes. Contact the device manufacturer and obtain newer cables.

Chapter 4 Tips and Troubleshooting 31ÂCertain electrical devices such as power lines, electrical railroad tracks, and power stationsÂCordless telephones that operate in the 2.4 or 5 gigahertz (GHz) range. If you have problems with your phone or AirPort communication, change the channel your base station or AirPort Extreme uses, or change the channel your phone uses.ÂNearby base stations using adjacent channels. For example, if base station A is set to channel 1, base station B should be set to channel 6 or higher.

5 335Learning More, Service, and SupportYou can find more information about using AirPort Extreme on your hard disk, on the web, and in onscreen help.Online Resources For the latest information on AirPort Extreme, go to www.apple.com/airport.To register AirPort Extreme (if you didn’t do so when you installed the software on the AirPort Extreme CD), go to www.apple.com/register.For AirPort service and support information, a variety of forums with product-specific information and feedback, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to www.apple.com/support/airport.For support outside of the United States, go to www.apple.com/support, and then choose your country from the pop-up menu.

34 Chapter 5 Learning More, Service, and SupportOnscreen HelpmTo learn more about using AirPort, open AirPort Utility and choose Help > AirPort Help.Obtaining Warranty ServiceIf the product appears to be damaged or does not function properly, please follow the advice in this booklet, the onscreen help, and the online resources. If the base station still does not function, go to www.apple.com/support for instructions about how to obtain warranty service.Finding the Serial Number of Your AirPort ExtremeThe serial number is printed on the bottom of your AirPort Extreme.

35AppendixAirPort Extreme SpecificationsAirPort SpecificationsÂWireless Data Rate: Up to 54 megabits per second (Mbps)ÂRange: Up to 150 feet (45 meters) in typical use (varies with environment)ÂFrequency Band: 2.4 and 5 gigahertz (GHz)ÂRadio Output Power: 15 dBm (nominal)ÂStandards: 802.11 DSSS 1 and 2 Mbps standard, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and draft 802.11n specificationsInterfacesÂRJ-45 Ethernet LAN connector for built-in 10/100Base-T (G)ÂUniversal Serial Bus (USB) printing (d)ÂAirPort ExtremeEnvironmental SpecificationsÂOperating Temperature: 32° F to 95° F (0° C to 35° C)ÂStorage Temperature: –13° F to 140° F (–25° C to 60° C)ÂRelative Humidity (Operational): 20% to 80% relative humidityÂRelative Humidity (Storage): 10% to 90% relative humidity, noncondensingSize and WeightÂHeight: 6.50 inches (165.0mm)

36 Appendix AirPort Extreme SpecificationsÂWidth: 6.50 inches (165.0mm)ÂThickness: 1.34 inches (34.0mm)ÂWeight: 1.66 pounds (753 grams)Hardware AddressesThe AirPort Extreme has two hardware addresses printed on the bottom of the case:ÂAirPort ID: The address used to identify AirPort Extreme on a wireless network.ÂEthernet ID: This also known as the MAC address. You may need to provide this address to your ISP to connect AirPort Extreme to the Internet.Using AirPort ExtremeÂThe only way to shut off power completely to your AirPort Extreme is to disconnect it from the power source.ÂWhen connecting or disconnecting your AirPort Extreme, always hold it by its sides. Keep fingers away from the metal part of the plug.ÂYour AirPort Extreme is a high-voltage component and should not be opened for any reason, even when the AirPort Extreme is unplugged. If your AirPort Extreme needs service, see “Learning More, Service, and Support” on page 33. ÂNever force a connector into the ports. If the connector and port do not join with reasonable ease, they probably don’t match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.

Appendix AirPort Extreme Specifications 37About Operating and Storage TemperaturesWhen you are using your AirPort Extreme, it is normal for the case to get warm. The AirPort Extreme case functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside the unit to the cooler air outside.Avoid Wet LocationsÂKeep AirPort Extreme away from sources of liquids, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on.ÂProtect AirPort Extreme from direct sunlight and rain or other moisture.ÂTake care not to spill any food or liquid on your AirPort Extreme. If you do, unplug AirPort Extreme before cleaning up the spill.ÂDo not use AirPort Extreme outdoors. AirPort Extreme is an indoor product.Do Not Make Repairs YourselfAbout HandlingYour AirPort Extreme may be damaged by improper storage or handling. Be careful not to drop your AirPort Extreme when transporting the device.Warning: To reduce the chance of shock or injury, do not use your AirPort Extreme in or near water or wet locations.Warning: Do not attempt to open your AirPort Extreme or disassemble it. You run the risk of electric shock and voiding the limited warranty. No user-serviceable parts are inside.

!39!Communications!Regulation!Information!Wireless!Radio!Use!This!device!is!restricted!to!indoor!use!due!to!its!operation!in!the!5.15!to!5.25!GHz!frequency!range!to!reduce!the!potential!for!harmful!interference!to!co-channel!Mobile!Satellite!systems.Cet!appareil!doit!être!utilisé!à!l’intérieur.!Exposure!to!Radio!Frequency!Energy!The!radiated!output!power!of!this!device!is!well!below!the!FCC!radio!frequency!exposure!limits.!However,!this!device!should!be!operated!with!a!minimum!distance!of!at!least!20!cm!between!its!antennas!and!a!person's!body!and!the!antennas!used!with!this!transmitter!must!not!be!co-located!or!operated!in!conjunction!with!any!other!antenna!or!transmitter!subject!to!the!conditions!of!the!FCC!Grant.!FCC!Declaration!of!Conformity!This!device!complies!with!part!15!of!the!FCC!rules.!Operation!is!subject!to!the!following!two!conditions:!(1)!This!device!may!not!cause!harmful!interference,!and!(2)!this!device!must!accept!any!interference!received,!including!interference!that!may!cause!undesired!operation.!See!instructions!if!interference!to!radio!or!television!reception!is!suspected.!Radio!and!Television!Interference!This!computer!equipment!generates,!uses,!and!can!radiate!radio-frequency!energy.!If!it!is!not!installed!and!used!properly—that!is,!in!strict!accordance!with!Apple’s!instructions—it!may!cause!interference!with!radio!and!television!reception.This!equipment!has!been!tested!and!found!to!comply!with!the!limits!for!a!Class!B!digital!device!in!accordance!with!the!specifications!in!Part!15!of!FCC!rules.!These!specifications!are!designed!to!provide!reasonable!protection!against!such!interference!in!a!residential!installation.!However,!there!is!no!guarantee!that!interference!will!not!occur!in!a!particular!installation.You!can!determine!whether!your!computer!system!is!causing!interference!by!turning!it!off.!If!the!interference!stops,!it!was!probably!caused!by!the!computer!or!one!of!the!peripheral!devices.If!your!computer!system!does!cause!interference!to!radio!or!television!reception,!try!to!correct!the!interference!by!using!one!or!more!of!the!following!measures:Â!Turn!the!television!or!radio!antenna!until!the!interference!stops.Â!Move!the!computer!to!one!side!or!the!other!of!the!television!or!radio.Â!Move!the!computer!farther!away!from!the!television!or!radio.Â!Plug!the!computer!into!an!outlet!that!is!on!a!different!circuit!from!the!television!or!radio.!(That!is,!make!certain!the!computer!and!the!television!or!radio!are!on!circuits!controlled!by!different!circuit!breakers!or!fuses.)If!necessary,!consult!an!Apple!Authorized!Service!Provider!or!Apple.!See!the!service!and!support!information!that!came!with!your!Apple!product.!Or,!consult!an!experienced!radio/television!technician!for!additional!suggestions.

!40!Important:!!Changes!or!modifications!to!this!product!not!authorized!by!Apple!Computer,!Inc.!could!void!the!EMC!compliance!and!negate!your!authority!to!operate!the!product.This!product!was!tested!for!FCC!compliance!under!conditions!that!included!the!use!of!Apple!peripheral!devices!and!Apple!shielded!cables!and!connectors!between!system!components.!It!is!important!that!you!use!Apple!peripheral!devices!and!shielded!cables!and!connectors!between!system!components!to!reduce!the!possibility!of!causing!interference!to!radios,!television!sets,!and!other!electronic!devices.!You!can!obtain!Apple!peripheral!devices!and!the!proper!shielded!cables!and!connectors!through!an!Apple-authorized!dealer.!For!non-Apple!peripheral!devices,!contact!the!manufacturer!or!dealer!for!assistance.!!Responsible!party!(contact!for!FCC!matters!only):!!Apple!Computer,!Inc.,!Product!Compliance,!1!Infinite!Loop!M/S!26-A,!Cupertino,!CA!95014-2084,!408-974-2000.!Industry!Canada!Statement!Complies!with!the!Canadian!ICES-003!Class!B!specifications.!This!device!complies!with!RSS!210!of!Industry!Canada.Cet!appareil!numérique!de!la!classe!B!est!conforme!à!la!norme!NMB-003!du!Canada.!VCCI!Class!B!StatementEurope!—!EU!Declaration!of!Conformity!The!equipment!complies!with!the!RF!Exposure!Requirement!1999/519/EC,!Council!Recommendation!of!12!July!1999!on!the!limitation!of!exposure!of!the!general!public!to!electromagnetic!fields!(0!Hz!to!300!GHz).!This!equipment!meets!the!following!conformance!standards:!EN300!328,!EN301!893,!EN301!489-17,!EN60950.Hereby,!Apple!Computer,!Inc.,!declares!that!this!device!is!in!compliance!with!the!essential!requirements!and!other!relevant!provisions!of!Directive!1999/5/EC.!Disposal!and!Recycling!Information!AirPort!Extreme!has!an!internal!battery.!Please!dispose!of!it!according!to!your!local!environmental!laws!and!guidelines.!For!information!about!Apple's!recycling!program,!go!towww.apple.com/environment.!European!Union!+!Disposal!Information:!This!symbol!means!that!according!to!local!laws!and!regulations!your!product!should!be!disposed!of!separately!from!household!waste.!When!this!product!reaches!its!end!of!life,!take!it!to!a!collection!point!

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