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Apple Airport Extreme router configuration

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o   The router must be configured so that it provides a traffic free network for the point of sale system only.

  • Download the Airport Utility on your Apple Device (laptop, computer, iPad.)
  • Connect the Airport Extreme to the internet providing router via Ethernet cable and also connect the Airport Extreme to power.
  • Open the Airport Utility on your Apple Device and your device should be found under Other Airport Base Stations, click on the Airport Extreme. Change the network name (ex. SZPrinter).
  • Change the Base name (ex. SZBase).
  • Set the network password (ex. SZPrinter2013).
  • Click done
  • Click on the network and select edit
  • Under Network change the router mode to DHCP and NAT
  • Under Base Station turn off Allow setup over WAN
  • Under Network click on Network Options
  • Change the DHCP Range to 172.6.1.2-199
  • Click Save
  • Click Update
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