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The editors liked
802.11n is faster
But not insanely faster at realistic distances. I live in a small apartment where my base station is 40 feet from my only 802.11n client. I got decent speeds
But if you live in a house with multiple stories
Don't go
Can operate at 5 GHz. USB port for sharing a printer or storage device.
Fast setup. Mac and PC compatible. Fastest Wi-Fi standard (802.11n) is built in.
Very fast dual-band throughput
USB port for disk sharing
Very easy to configure
Dual-band support
IPv6 support
USB port allows easy networking of a USB printer or hard drive
Supports WDS
WPA2 security
Slick design.
Most elegant router ever
Nice feature improvements over previous model
Fast
Easy setup
Software for both Macs and Windows PCs
Sleek design
Amazing wireless distances & signal strength
Potential boost of cable/DSL Internet speeds
802.11n provides better security & potential speeds
USB 2.0 port for AirPort Disks & printers
Works with both Macs and PCs
Significantly faster than previous model
Better wireless range
Simpler configuration
Easy printer and hard drive sharing across network.
The editors didn't like
You have to reboot the base station after every single configuration change. This isn't different from any of Apple's other wireless routers
But it's still annoying if you're coming from other router manufacturers that don't require
Expensive. No Web-based administration interface. Lacks Gigabit LAN ports.
Bonjour utility doesnt preload all printer drivers for printer sharing.
No Gigabit Ethernet
Some Mac-only features
Mac users on operating systems older than Mac OS X v.10.4.x are out of luck
Offers only three LAN ports (most routers offer four)
Phone support is limited to 90 days
Slower throughput than promised by 802.11n spec.
Comparatively expensive
Like all current 802.11n equipment
Mixed mode doesnt deliver top performance
Must reboot for changed settings to take effect
Hefty $179 price tag
Sluggish AirPort Disk speeds on local wireless network
Only 3 ethernet ports
Requires an ‘N’ compatible NIC card to faster speeds
No gigabit Ethernet
Lacks protection for individual folders on shared hard drives.
Abstract: We never understood why Apple, a computer manufacturer, wanted to get into the Wi-Fi business in the first place. Unless it was because the Mac needed special treatment in a wireless network environment. After all, HP, Lenovo et al are content to leave...
Abstract: It offers the option of setting access times if you don want your kids to use the Internet while they should be doing homework, and even lets you pick which band (2.4GHz or 5GHz) to use. When using the 2.4GHz band, any B- or G-equipped device can connect...
Abstract: Moving to California has caused me some interesting issues when setting up my wireless network. Previously, in Portland, we had no issues with our router and wireless network. However, in our new home, we are competing with at least a dozen wireles...
Published: 2007-05-21, Author: Daniel , review by: appleinsider.com
Abstract: Apples revised AirPort Extreme, introduced at Macworld Expo in January, offers several new features and significant improvements in wireless networking speed and reliability. Whether it is worth the upgrade price to move on up to the new 802.11n wire...
Abstract: Apple AirPort Extreme Base StationCompany: AppleQuietly introduced at Macworld Expo in January, Apples new AirPort Extreme Base Station with 802.11n is a big leap forward but leaves a couple things behind. I was able to borrow one for review courtesy...
Most elegant router ever; nice feature improvements over previous model; fast, easy setup; software for both Macs and Windows PCs
Comparatively expensive; like all current 802.11n equipment, mixed mode doesnt deliver top performance; must reboot for changed settings to take effect
We dont recommend it for those with lots of older wireless equipment, but if youre exclusively Mac or have newer Mac and Windows computers and devices sharing a network, consider the AirPort Extreme. ...
Abstract: If you’ve got one of Apple’s new Airport Extremes, and want it to sit someone other than on your desk, H-Squared’s Air Mount is an easy-to-install, fairly inexpensive solution for doing this. It lets you mount your Airport Extreme base s...
Dual-band support; IPv6 support; USB port allows easy networking of a USB printer or hard drive; supports WDS; WPA2 security; slick design.
No Gigabit Ethernet; Mac users on operating systems older than Mac OS X v.10.4.x are out of luck; offers only three LAN ports (most routers offer four); phone support is limited to 90 days; slower throughput than promised by 802.11n spec.
The Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station is a solid router that keeps up with the Draft N competition. Unfortunately, weve yet to test a Draft N router that lives up to the promise of 802.11n. As with the rest of the .11n routers weve tested, we advise...
Very fast dual-band throughput, USB port for disk sharing, Very easy to configure
No Gigabit Ethernet, Some Mac-only features
Wonder of wonders: Apple has a new dual-band 802.11n router. One of the first companies to release 802.11b and 802.11g products, Apple carries its understated design, zippy speed, and a few useful extras to the Apple AirPort Extreme. Its a shiny white...