Setting up your computer to use airport – Apple AirPort Card User Manual

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Setting Up Your Computer to Use AirPort

Step 1: Install the AirPort Card

Instructions for installing the AirPort Card are found in a separate booklet that came with the
card. Follow the instructions provided in the booklet to install the AirPort Card in your
computer.

If the instructions for installing the AirPort Card in your model of computer are not included
with the AirPort Card, check the Apple AirPort

Web site at www.apple.com/airport, or the

Apple Support Web site at www.apple.com/support

Do I need to know the AirPort ID of my AirPort Card?

If you are going to use your computer on a large AirPort network, such as in a school or office,
you may need to provide the AirPort ID (also known as the “MAC Address”) of your AirPort
Card to your network administrator. The AirPort ID, a 12-digit alphanumeric value printed on a
label on the AirPort Card, can be used by the network administrator to provide an extra level of
security for the network.

Do I need to install an AirPort antenna?

The antenna used by the AirPort Card is already built into your computer. The only part of the
antenna that you will see is the connector on the end of the cable that you attach to the
AirPort Card.

Warning

The AirPort Card has been designed so that you can install it yourself. If, after

reading the instructions, you feel uncomfortable about installing the card, you can have an
Apple-authorized service provider install it for you. If you follow the instructions, you
should not be concerned about damaging your computer. However, if you do attempt to
install the AirPort Card yourself, any damage you may cause to your equipment will not be
covered by the limited warranty on your computer. See an Apple-authorized dealer or
service provider for additional information about this or any other warranty question.
Consult the service and support information that came with your computer for instructions
on how to contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for service.

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