- 1. Extending the WiFi from my AirPort Extreme Base Station out to my patio
2. Playing music via AirPlay by connecting it to a remote amp and speakers
Need to replace AirPort Express
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- bkshepard
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Need to replace AirPort Express
I have an older model AirPort Express that just died and I need to replace it. I use it for two things:
-Brian
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Re: Need to replace AirPort Express
For outdoor audio, I'm using the older $69 Apple TV to play tunes served from an iPad via Airplay. Unlike the newer version of Apple TV, it has optical out.
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Re: Need to replace AirPort Express
Normally, I'd be recommending the AirPort Extreme or tower Time Capsule as they can also be set up to extend a network. They support 802.11ac which really is faster than gigabyte Ethernet. Your Mac or PC must also support the protocol to realize the benefit, of course.
Unfortunately, neither supports AirPlay. If you need that functionality, your only choice is the Airport Express. 802.11n is ok but only 1/3 the speed of 802.11ac.
Amazon and others have it for $89 and there are some refurbs for less though none in the Apple Store at the moment.
I don't know that AppleTV will extend a wireless network. I notice it, too, only supports 802.11n.
Unfortunately, neither supports AirPlay. If you need that functionality, your only choice is the Airport Express. 802.11n is ok but only 1/3 the speed of 802.11ac.
Amazon and others have it for $89 and there are some refurbs for less though none in the Apple Store at the moment.
I don't know that AppleTV will extend a wireless network. I notice it, too, only supports 802.11n.
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Re: Need to replace AirPort Express
Thanks Guys! That's pretty much what I was seeing as well. Just hoping there might be something I had missed. Thanks for the feedback!
-Brian
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Re: Need to replace AirPort Express
Can't you just snag a few Voice of the Theater speakers and blast 'em?
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Re: Need to replace AirPort Express
I'm afraid the neighbors might have something to say about that. Assuming I could hear themMIDI Life Crisis wrote:Can't you just snag a few Voice of the Theater speakers and blast 'em?
-Brian
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