Change settings in AirPort Utility on Mac
You can change settings in AirPort Utility for updating the app and monitoring base stations.
In the AirPort Utility app on your Mac, choose AirPort Utility > Settings.
Option | Description |
|---|---|
Check for updates when opening AirPort Utility | Select the checkbox to automatically check for software and firmware updates each time you open AirPort Utility. |
Check for updates automatically | Select the checkbox to automatically check for software and firmware updates in the background. Choose a time interval from the pop-up menu, such as Weekly. |
Monitor AirPort base stations for problems | Select the checkbox to have AirPort Utility automatically open when a base station’s status light blinks amber, so you can investigate problems. |
Only monitor AirPort base stations that I have configured | If you chose to monitor base stations for problems, select this checkbox to only monitor base stations set up from the computer you’re using. |
Monitor AirPort base stations over the internet using Bonjour | If you chose to monitor base stations for problems, monitor your wireless devices remotely. |