AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Introducing the new AirPort Express Base Station, now with 802.11n wireless. Easily create a wireless network at home. Enjoy your iTunes music library in virtually any room of your house. Share a USB printer without obtrusive cables. And do it all with the latest wireless technology.
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Overview
Up to 5x the performance, 2x the range
AirPort Express now uses next-generation 802.11n wireless technology1 to deliver up to five times the performance and up to twice the range of 802.11g wireless networks.2
Easy wireless networking
The easy-to-use AirPort Utility — available for both
Print without wires
Print documents, photos, and more from any room in the house to one central USB printer. (See system requirements.)
Really rock the house
Play the music from your computer's iTunes library through a set of speakers or stereo in just about any room in your home — wirelessly. (See system requirements.)
Take it with you
Lightweight and compact, AirPort Express is built for mobility, so you can create an instant wireless network at your hotel, job site, or wherever you need one.
Works with Apple TV, iPhone, and more
AirPort Express works flawlessly with Apple TV, iPhone, iPod touch, and all your other Wi-Fi devices that use the 802.11a/b/g/n wireless standards.
What's in the Box
- AirPort Express
- CD with AirPort Utility (Mac and Windows), 802.11n Enabler (for Intel Core 2 Duo and Xeon-based Macintosh computers except 17-inch 1.83GHz iMac and Mac mini), Bonjour for Windows
- Printed and electronic documentation
System Requirements
For setup and administration:
- Macintosh computer with Mac OS X v10.4 or later, Ethernet or wireless networking capability
- PC with Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista, CD drive, Ethernet or wireless networking capability
For wireless client access:
- Mac with AirPort or AirPort Extreme wireless capability
- PC with 802.11a/b/g/n
For shared printing:
- USB printer
- Macintosh computer with Mac OS X v10.2.7 or later
- PC with Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista; Bonjour for Windows included on AirPort Express CD
For iTunes music streaming:
- Stereo or powered speakers
- Audio cable
- iTunes 4.6 or later
- (1) The AirPort Express Base Station is based on an IEEE 802.11n draft specification and is compatible with IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, and IEEE 802.11g.
- (2) Based on a comparison with Apple's 802.11g products. Comparison assumes AirPort Express network with 802.11n-enabled computer. Speed and range will be less if an 802.11a/b/g product joins the network. Accessing the wireless network requires an AirPort- or AirPort Extreme-enabled computer or other Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a/b/g-enabled computer. Actual performance will vary based on range, connection rate, site conditions, size of network, and other factors. Range will vary with site conditions.
- (3) Wireless Internet access requires a wireless-enabled computer, a base station or other access point, and Internet access (fees may apply). Some ISPs are not currently compatible with AirPort Express.
Most Recent Reviews
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Printer stops working after a while
Written by JM from Sault Ste. Marie
22-Dec-2008
Was pretty easy to set up with software pre installed on new macs and the printer was easy to but after a while it stopped working…Read more. When I added iMac to my house I was offered anther printer I took it and again it worked but after awhile it stopped.
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
I Love Airport Express
Written by VF from Fresno
21-Dec-2008
I just bought my Airport Express today--brought it home and set it up in about 5 minutes. It was so easy. My connection is super f…Read moreast. It was also very simple to set up a password to secure my network. I've had a Linksys base for the past 5 years and had a lot of problems with my connection.
I highly recommend the Airport Express. Two thumbs up!!(30 of 34 people found this review useful)
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Little router with a big impact
Written by DT from Toronto
20-Dec-2008
I got the Airport Express to replace my Linksys WRT54G router, which was dropping my connection all the time to my two macs.
I …Read morecouldn't believe the size of this little thing. It's pretty much the same size as the power adapter for my powerbook! It's pretty funky looking, not big and awkward looking like my linksys router either.
Works as advertised too... I did an online speed test for both my macs and scored an all-time high for my powerbook and imac! Unreal speed to say the least, I'm thrilled.
Pros: Great speed, stylish, small, works with my stereo too :)
Cons: I gotta admit, it was a little difficult to set up this router. Not as easy to set up for me as running the Airport Utility, I had to configure a few things with my ISP. Oh well, it was worth the wait! It's a little pricey too for a router but if it continues to perform like this, yeah, I can justify the extra $$$.
(40 of 41 people found this review useful)
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Most Useful Reviews
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Awsome
Written by TF from Rogersville
17-Mar-2008
wi-fi that can fit in my pocket, an iPod charger, and much more.....well worth the money I shelled out for it...I highly recommend…Read more it to anyone that travels...or anyone with a wi-fi device in general!!! 4.99/5.00
(1895 of 2745 people found this review useful)
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
outstanding product
Written by MS from Cincinnati
18-Mar-2008
WOW! i just bought my airport express hotness at the apple store in cincinnati (best apple store in the world! - JD in the back …Read moreis the MAN!). i hooked it up to my existing airport extreme network, and it was set up and connected in about 37 seconds. this thing rocks! i have my samsung laser printer hooked up to and my bose computer speakers connected in my room, and this thing works like a charm! go get one - you can use it as a charger for your iPod or iPhone too! the fact that they didn't raise the price makes it an even better deal. this thing is genius...
(1598 of 2375 people found this review useful)
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AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n and AirTunes
Just as advertised
Written by DJ from Parker
19-Mar-2008
I am amazed at the ease of installation on windows pc in a matter of minutes I had fast wireless, and it has really good range muc…Read moreh better that I thought.
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