AirPort Extreme Setup Guide
High-performance wireless networking for your Apple ecosystem
Default Access Methods
Default IPs
- Primary: 10.0.1.1
- Alternative: 192.168.1.1
Configuration Method
AirPort Utility (Mac/iOS/Windows)
Default Password
Check device label or previous settings
AirPort Extreme Models
6th Generation (802.11ac)
- Simultaneous Dual-Band
- Beamforming Technology
- 3x3 MIMO
- Gigabit Ethernet
5th Generation (802.11n)
- Dual-Band Support
- Guest Network
- USB Printer Sharing
- WPA2 Security
4th Generation
- Dual-Band N
- USB Storage
- IPv6 Support
- RADIUS Support
Key Features
802.11ac
High-speed wireless
Security
WPA3 encryption
Gigabit
Fast wired networking
Beamforming
Enhanced coverage
Network Setup Guide
1
Initial Setup
- Connect AirPort Extreme
- Open AirPort Utility
- Select your device
- Click "Edit"
2
Network Configuration
- Set up wireless networks
- Configure security settings
- Set up guest network
- Enable IPv6 if needed
3
Advanced Features
- Configure port forwarding
- Set up access control
- Enable logging
- Configure DHCP
Common Issues & Solutions
Connection Issues
- Check status light
- Verify internet connection
- Reset network settings
- Update firmware
Performance Problems
- Optimize placement
- Check interference
- Adjust channel settings
- Test different bands
Software Issues
- Update AirPort Utility
- Reset configuration
- Check compatibility
- Verify OS version