User's Manual

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Chapter 2
Before You Begin
m Choose a suitable location for your AirPort Base Station.
You can place your AirPort Base Station on a desk, bookcase, or other flat surface, or you
can mount it on a wall. Place your AirPort Base Station in the center of your home or
office, in a location that is away from any potential source of interference, such as a
microwave oven or large metal appliances, and is close to power and phone outlets (or a
network connection).
For more information on mounting the AirPort Base Station, see “Mounting the AirPort
Base Station on a Wall” on page 13
m Make sure your computer has the latest version of the AirPort software installed. For the
latest information on the AirPort software, check the following Apple Web sites:
m The Apple AirPort Web site at www.apple.com/airport
m The Apple Support Web site at www.apple.com/support
Setup Overview
Once you’re ready, you can set up the AirPort Base Station in three easy steps:
1
Test your Internet connection using your computer.
2
Plug in the AirPort Base Station.
3
Use the AirPort Setup Assistant.
Step 1: Test Your Internet Connection Using Your Computer
m Test your Internet connection and the Internet settings on your computer by connecting
to the Internet using your computer’s internal modem or other method.
As part of the setup process, the AirPort Setup Assistant transfers a copy of your computer’s
active Internet settings to the AirPort Base Station, so these settings must be accurate.
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