Wireless network with a mac?
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September 4th, 2009
How do I set up a wireless network with a recently purchased macbook, an airport express, and a cable modem? I really need basic, step by step info because I’m a dummy when it comes to this stuff.
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Follow the instructions in the manual that came with the Airport Express.
do what @johnpowell is typing
Plug the ethernet outlet into the cable modem.
Then, connect the cable modem to the airport using another ethernet cable.
After a short while, the airport should flash yellow then turn green (assuming it is plugged in).
On your macbook, the airport bar in the upper right corner should have 4 bars if your computer is very close to the airport.
Using airport utility (which can be found in your utilities folder), set up the airport by giving it a name and a password, and also set up a secure network with a name and password as well.
Do what @shilolo said. If you’re new to a Mac, don’t overthink it. Unlike a stuff with a PC, it really does go together the way they tell you.
My tip is to make sure that your wireless password is at least 5 characters long. If it’s less than that, then any houseguest you have with a PC laptop will not be able to log into your network.
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