airport express

[mrmagic]

Hi, i have recently been given an ibook and an imac from a friend, and am a complete novice to macs, but seem to be getting the hang of things.
I am a bt broadband customer, using a USB speedtouch modem.
I am interested in buying an airport express - mainly for sending music, but was wondering if i can use my USB modem with it?
be greatful if someone could help me on this, before i make a purchase. many thanks.

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[Antony]

Hello mrmagic,

Welcome to SillyDog701 Message Centre.

Firstly, you will need to have an AirPort card or AirPort Extreme card installed in your iBook.

I am interested in buying an airport express - mainly for sending music, but was wondering if i can use my USB modem with it?

You won't be able to use AirPort Express BaseStation with USB modem (for internet connection). You must use ethernet modem if you wish to use your AirPort Express BaseStation for transmitting internet connection.

However, you can still use AirPort Express BaseStation to transmit music from your iTunes (this technology is called AirTunes), and use AirPort Express BaseStation for wireless printing (USB printer). (Note: you will need internal AirPort card or AirPort Extreme card.)

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[Ron Williams]

Many times you can take your modem to your internet provider and they will give you one that has a ethernet port.

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[Antony]

The ethernet port version of ADSL/cable modem is more expensive than USB ones.

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[Ron Williams]

where i am if i exchange my modem it does not matter what kind it is the rental free each month is 5 dollars.

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[Subir]

Well he said he is using BT Broadband, so he obviously lives in the UK (like me).

Here in the UK there is absoutley no ISP that will give you a free adsl/dsl modem with a Ethernet port. You be luck if you even find an ISP that supports using your own equipment.

Apple UK's supported ISP is Demon. They have many adsl broadband plans, even ones that allow you to buy your own eupiment (ethernet modem). Of course they are Apple compatible.

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