Base station users must first update to AirPort Utility 5.3.2

Jul 1, 2008 06:58 GMT  ·  By

Apple released yesterday a new Time Capsule and AirPort Base Station (802.11n) Firmware update. Version 7.3.2 requires that you have AirPort Utility 5.3.2. The firmware update includes general fixes and compatibility updates.

"About Time Capsule, AirPort Extreme and AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n Firmware 7.3.2

The Time Capsule, AirPort Extreme and AirPort Express Base Station with 802.11n Firmware 7.3.2 updates include bug fixes. This update requires AirPort Utility 5.3.2. AirPort Utility 5.3.2 can be obtained via an automatic software update or as a manual download," Apple says on its support page.

Now remember, first and foremost you need AirPort Utility 5.3.2, in order to up your base station's firmware. Both Tiger and Leopard versions of the AirPort Utility 5.3.2 are available right HERE.

Whether you own an AirPort or AirPort Express base station, or even the Goliath of wireless base stations, Time Capsule, the package is a must-install, as it provides wireless networking compatible with most devices using Wi-Fi, including Mac, PC, iPhone and iPod touch. AirPort Utility 5.3.2, according to Apple, delivers "wireless networking that works with most Wi-Fi enabled devices, including Mac, PC, iPhone, iPod touch, and more." When AirPort Utility 5.1 or later is opened, it automatically checks all accessible Time Capsule, AirPort Extreme and AirPort Express base stations' firmware. If a newer (later) firmware version is available, you'll be notified and prompted to download and install the new firmware for your base station.

As soon as you're done with this you can update your Time Capsule / AirPort Base Station to the latest firmware version. The Time Capsule and AirPort Base Station 802.11n Firmware 7.3.2 is available as a free download HERE. You can also update the firmware of your base station by using Apple's own Software Update (Apple Menu -> Software Update).