Can I configure it using a Windows PC
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I could not set up a 5ghz network with the latest airport utility for windows, it only has options for 2.4ghz. Called Apple support an they confirmed that you cannot setup a 5ghz network with version 5.x of the Airport utility and version 6.x is not available for windows.
2041607
I tried and was unsuccessful. After about an hour, I gave up...used my daughters Apple I-Phone and set it up in less than 3 minutes. I guess Apple and Windows truly don't mix. Having said that, once I got it set up and secured, any device can easily connect with no problems, including windows devices. All in all, it's a GREAT router!
2041608
The second two answers are both correct, and so was the first poster: set up the router with an iPhone/iPad/ or other ios device first. BUT THEN, you should definitely go get the utility also! When you do, on the first opening, it will appear "up to date," but shut it down, then reopen it. The utility will automatically update the router firmware and get you the newest utility for Windows. And BTW, I run Win 7, not 8, and the Apple Support Web site does not list Win 8 as being supported, so it may not work with 8.
2041609
Yes, just download the Airport Utility program from the Apple Support website. The Utility will walk you through the process - really easy.
2041610
I used my IPad to set up this Base station which is a router and then we run our entire office off it for WiFi. We have all windows devices here and many wi fi connections. So It works with the six machines we have with no problem and very easy to set up.
1480208
don't have that, I have w7. In theory, it should work as long as their configuration tool runs correctly in w8. The config tool is basically a one time run; unless you are planning to change IP configuration frequently.
849340
Yes you can. You can install any program that you would install on any PC. But don't take my word for it. Call the company. They're great to talk to.
1854837
Windows 7 and Linux both support this without any additional configuration in my house. It works great! I use it every single day.
325207
Yes. Make sure it is packaged with the seperate power cord that makes that configuration possible.
704787
You could. It's a regular PC in tablet form. I didn't though because I prefer Win7
1905581
yes, but you gonna need to connect to the pc and set it up installation software
320802
Yes you will need a laptop to configure it. It is not terribly difficult but it is not plug-and-play. Hope that helps
292577
you can use the software that comes with the camera (Config tool), which is Windows only. Otherwise, you can configure using the web interface with any browser.
1420754
Yes you can but i would recommend connecting it via Lan cable to avoid any error when you want to set it to your requirements because it will ask for that.
1118775
I dont believe so. Its fully contained with its own systems. If you want Windows a laptop is probably a better choice for you. Thanks.
2274322
Yes, you can set the combination to your specs. It comes with directions on how to do so.
465901
You have to supply your own PC. It is in my opionion a little expensive. You have to piece together different aspects of the software to make it all work together.
1001008
I am using it on a Windows 7 machine and had to configure absolutely nothing.
976409
It shold have come with an installation CD that would automate that for you. I have it linked to my PC running Win 7 Home. When I plugged it in, the computer found it.
1853353
Backup your vital files, and do a clean install. Aka... boot from the server disc, format the drive, and use it as a server os, not a workstation. Installing over something is not really a viable path, in my humble opinion. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/install-configure-2.aspx
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not at all.see my commentsit does not work with windows 8.1 untill you 'reconfigure it' even cad told the hp tech