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Manufacturer: Apple Part number: M9470LL/A
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- Specifications
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- Bottom Line:
- This is among the best compact wireless-networking devices available.
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CNET editors' review
Apple AirPort Express Base Station price range: $195.53
- Reviewed by: Allen Fear
- Edited by: Lindsey Turrentine
- Reviewed on: 08/05/2004
- Released on: 07/01/2004
The good: Windows and Apple compatible; works as a USB print server; streams digital music via iTunes; excellent performance; WDS capable.
The bad: No browser-based configuration; no SPI firewall; lacks configurable port filtering; no built-in interface for audio control.
The bottom line: This is among the best compact wireless-networking devices available.
User reviews
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Good, But Do Some Research, Not as tempermental as Squeezebox
by redstarny on March 11, 2005
Pros: Extends ranges, streams music well, low profile design
Cons: Poor documentation for windows users, Not much help from tech support, No display, no remote
Summary: I am running Windows XP Home and was able to connect AirTunes to my WRT54G after doing a lot of homework. I would recommend that anyone who wants to use ...
Summary: I am running Windows XP Home and was able to connect AirTunes to my WRT54G after doing a lot of homework. I would recommend that anyone who wants to use this product do two things:
1. Make sure you have the most updated firmware that's out. I am using Sveasoft Satori 4.0, but it also works with HyperWRT.
2. Do a simple google search on AirTunes and WRT54G. You'll be able to find great set-up instructions and troubleshooting. Don't bother with the people at Linksys or Apple. They will keep you on the line forever and not really solve your problems
I have owned a Slim Devices Squeezebox and now AirTunes and I have to say I prefer iTunes. Squeezebox has more and better features for sure, but I have found Airtunes to be more reliable, and since is a wireless G device it won't slow down your network.14 out of 16 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent Product Does more than expected
by bartman1 on March 26, 2005
Pros: Can be Base Station and Air Tunes port simultaneously
Cons: Apple doesn't document all features (probably to protect higher-priced Airport Extreme Base Station)
Summary: Plugged in to router. Started up iBook and configured. No CD necessary - software included with OS X 10.3. Other computers on router can use unit for iTunes with ...
Summary: Plugged in to router. Started up iBook and configured. No CD necessary - software included with OS X 10.3. Other computers on router can use unit for iTunes with no configuration. Airport Express also functions as base station for wireless network.
I assume Apple doesn't fully describe the capability of this unit because it is so good it would cut into Airport Extreme Base Station sales which is much more expensive.
This is one of the most significant examples of Apple's design brilliance; even people like me who are confirmed Mac users are amazed at their creativity and innovation.7 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Crap for streaming music.
by ddobesh on March 4, 2005
Pros: It does work for the internet
Cons: Crap for streaming music.
Summary: I was so excited to purchase this thing. My music library is stored on my laptop. I planned to use my laptop to run my stereo. The problem, it continuously ...
Summary: I was so excited to purchase this thing. My music library is stored on my laptop. I planned to use my laptop to run my stereo. The problem, it continuously loses signal and pauses mid-song. The apple website helpgroups are full of complaints from PC and Mac users who have the same problem. If you want to stream anything or play music do not waste money on this thing. It's fine for simple internet browsing.
13 out of 22 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Replaced my Belkin Pre-N
by Donperry on December 26, 2005
Pros: Easy of setup is simply unbelievable.
Cons: None that I can see.
Summary: There's nothing wrong with Belkin, and the range is probably better than the Apple. However, the ease of setup, ease of networking (including putting the printer on the network) ...
Summary: There's nothing wrong with Belkin, and the range is probably better than the Apple. However, the ease of setup, ease of networking (including putting the printer on the network) and stability of Airport Express (in my opinion) makes it simply unbeatable. I have a mac-mini, an Apple Powerbook and a Dell Optiplex on the wirleess network...and all three work like a charm! Finally, I have to say this. Apple is REALLY winning me over with the quality and absolute simplicity of their products. They truly do make computing fun again!
6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Product!
by derekdg on April 6, 2005
Pros: Compact, print server, streams music great
Cons: no web-based configuration tool
Summary: This is a great product. It was my first Apple product. I have my music collection on my laptop and this works great to stream music to so it plays ...
Summary: This is a great product. It was my first Apple product. I have my music collection on my laptop and this works great to stream music to so it plays through my stereo. The setup directions aren't that great, but I found some on the Internet that worked great. Hopefully they will help someone else as much as they helped me:
1. Before you go wireless, physically connect your AirPort to your router with an Ethernet cable. Plug in the AirPort, and wait until the LED turns solid green.
2. Start the AirPort Admin Utility for Windows. You now want to configure the AirPort to join your existing network "wirelessly". You should see the AirPort Base Station appear with its IP address in the Base Station Chooser.
3. In the lower right-hand corner, click on Configure... Click on the AirPort tab. In the "AirPort Network" section, Use base station to: "Join an Existing Wireless Network". Underneath that, type in your existing wireless "Network Name". You will be asked to change the password as well.
4. Click "Update" in the lower right-hand corner of the Configure window. Your AirPort will be restarted, and the LED should turn solid green again.
5. Finally, disconnect the AirPort from your router, and remove the connecting cable. You should NOW be able to plug in your AirPort anywhere to join your existing network.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Stylish solution to stream music around a house
by lewis_wilson on May 23, 2005
Pros: Stylish and effective
Cons: Not intuitive to configure, esp. for Windows users
Summary: I have two units, which I use to stream music from my main PC to my lounge stereo and to speakers in the kitchen. Setup was more painful than it ...
Summary: I have two units, which I use to stream music from my main PC to my lounge stereo and to speakers in the kitchen. Setup was more painful than it should have been and was only achieved after a search of the support site, but once configured, they have been superb. I now have access to all my music in several rooms of the house at a very reasonable price.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Simplicity!
by JoeMadnesS on June 5, 2005
Pros: Small, Powerful, and easy to install/use.
Cons: None at thgis time
Summary: I would recommend this product to anyone. My 17" G4 Powerbook established a wireless connection in seconds and I did not need to load the software.
Summary: I would recommend this product to anyone. My 17" G4 Powerbook established a wireless connection in seconds and I did not need to load the software.
4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Awesome once it's up and running....
by Donlonale on May 4, 2005
Pros: Great iTunes stream to my stereo, quick internet connections, small size for portability
Cons: Tough to set up for Windows XP due to ridiculous lack of information in instruction book.
Summary: I bought this product to not only stream iTunes to my stereo (rather than physically moving my laptop to the stereo and hooking up manually each time), and to provide ...
Summary: I bought this product to not only stream iTunes to my stereo (rather than physically moving my laptop to the stereo and hooking up manually each time), and to provide a wireless internet connection. I'm no computer expert, and have had trouble setting up a wireless base station in the past. Keep in mind that I do not have a desktop with a wireless router, only a laptop with built in wireless. I searched the apple discussion boards for a while and found some great advice for setting this up for Windows. The key is to connect it directly from your laptop to the Airport Express using an ethernet cable. That way it will find the Airport through the cable and you can configure it using the Airport Admin tool and windows XP wireless network setup wizard. Once I got iTunes streaming, it was great. No skipping, quick connection, no different than when I would connect directly from the laptop to the stereo with an RCA cable from the headphone jack. Later, I decided to move my cable modem over to the stero area to connect it to the Airport for an internet connection. Based on experience I was expecting trouble, but once I plugged in my cable modem the connection was there, as fast as the previous direct connection. This is a great product, and if I can set it up with no computer networking skills then anyone can. I don't currently have a USB printer connected to it so I can't comment on how that works with the airport.
4 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Does Not Work with Windows!
by rpinkerton on March 27, 2005
Pros: There are no pros given it never worked
Cons: It doesn't work and wastes your time
Summary: Tried to stream from two separate Windows XP machines. Apple Tech Supports final suggestion: Buy something else.
NiceSummary: Tried to stream from two separate Windows XP machines. Apple Tech Supports final suggestion: Buy something else.
Nice4 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great little router, excellent sound quality, super easy
by stilesja on March 30, 2005
Pros: Compact, Airtunes, USB print server, easy config, good range
Cons: Only LAN or WAN not both. If this had 2 ethernet ports it would be perfect
Summary: I have not regreted the purchase of my airport express. I use along side my old Linksys WRT54G which is my main router, but the Airport Express could easily replace ...
Summary: I have not regreted the purchase of my airport express. I use along side my old Linksys WRT54G which is my main router, but the Airport Express could easily replace it. I prefer to leave the Express connected to my stereo and have it available to unplug and take with me for trips. My only wish is that it had a LAN port and a WAN port so that I could plug in my Packet8 DTA when I am in a hotel and still use the WiFi connection.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apple
- Part number: M9470LL/A
- Description: Enjoy your iTunes music library in virtually any room of your house. Share a single broadband Internet connection and USB printer without inconvenient and obtrusive cables. Create an instant wireless network on the go. Extend the range of your current wireless network. How many devices do you need to do all this? Just one. AirPort Express. Featuring AirTunes for playing your iTunes music wirelessly on your home stereo or powered speakers, AirPort Express brings not only the Internet but your music to wherever in your home you like to enjoy them most - whether you use a Mac or Windows PC. Unmatched in its ease of use, it delivers data rates up to 54 megabits per second, fits in the palm of your hand so you can take it wherever you go.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Device Type Wireless access point
- Width 1.1 in
- Depth 3 in
- Height 3.7 in
- Weight 0.4 lbs
Processor Memory / Storage
- Flash Memory Installed (Max) None
- Hard Drive none.
- Floppy Drive None
- Optical Storage None
- Storage Removable None
Networking
- Form Factor External
- Connectivity Technology Wireless
- Data Transfer Rate 54 Mbps
- Data Link Protocol IEEE 802.11b,
IEEE 802.11g - Network / Transport Protocol L2TP,
PPTP,
IPSec,
PPPoE - Remote Management Protocol SNMP
- Frequency Band 2.4 GHz
- Max Range Indoors 150 ft
- Features Firewall protection,
Print server,
VPN passthrough,
MAC address filtering,
Dynamic DNS server,
DHCP support,
NAT support - Encryption Algorithm TLS,
40-bit WEP,
LEAP,
PEAP,
TTLS,
WPA,
128-bit WEP - Authentication Method RADIUS
- Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x,
IEEE 802.11g,
IEEE 802.11b,
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED,
IEEE 802.3u,
IEEE 802.3 Antenna
- Antenna Internal integrated
Communications
- Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Bays None
- Expansion Slot(s) None
- Interfaces 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45,
1 x USB - 4 pin USB Type A,
1 x Audio - SPDIF output/line-out - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - Compatible Slots None
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards FCC Class B certified,
EN 300.328,
EN 301.489.1,
UL 60950,
AS/NZS 4771,
FCC Part 15,
RSS-210,
CSA 22.2 No. 60950 Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Battery
- Type None
Software / System Requirements
- Software Included Drivers & Utilities
- OS Required Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP,
Apple MacOS X 10.3 or later,
Apple MacOS X 10.2.7 or later Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 95 °F
- Humidity Range Operating 20 - 90%
- Max Altitude Operating 9840 ft
CNET Labs' Benchmarks
- CNET Labs long-range tests (in Mbps) 11.1
- CNET Labs maximum throughput tests (at 10 feet, in Mbps) 25
- CNET Labs maximum throughput tests with mixed 802.11b/g and draft N, MIMO clients (at 10 feet, in Mbps) 16
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Apple
- Address:
One Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA 95014 - Phone: 1-408-996-1010
