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If you're an Apple user, you may have wondered if it's possible to link your iCloud with your AirPort. The short answer is yes, but it's not always straightforward. Some users have reported issues with connecting their AirPort base station to iCloud, despite having previously used the service successfully. Others have found success by setting their iCloud credentials in the airport utility and restarting their AirPort. There are also workarounds, such as using the iCloud Photo Library and optimising device storage.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| iCloud and AirPort connection | Set iCloud credentials in airport utility on Base Station page under Back to My Mac |
| Set device to "Optimise Device Storage" | |
| Enter a local hostname or network address |
What You'll Learn
How to set up iCloud Photo Library
To link iCloud with AirPort, you should use the iCloud Photo Library and set the device(s) to "Optimise Device Storage".
To set up iCloud Photo Library, follow these steps:
- On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Photos.
- Make sure iCloud Photos is on. If it’s not, turn on Sync this [device].
- Tap Shared Library, then follow the onscreen instructions to invite participants and add photos and videos.
- Decide which photos to move to the shared library. You can select all the photos in your library, pick photos by the dates taken or people featured, or manually select photos.
- You'll be prompted to pick the people to add to the Shared Photo Library. By default, the names of people in the group will be selected, but you can add others as well.
You can also view your iCloud Shared Photo Library on iCloud.com on your phone, tablet or computer.
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How to connect to an AirPort Network Drive
To connect to an AirPort Network Drive, you can use Back to My Mac. To do this, set your iCloud credentials in the Airport Utility (on the Base Station page under Back to My Mac). You can also set your device to 'Optimise Device Storage' and use the iCloud Photo Library.
If you're having trouble connecting, try restarting your AirPort, going into the Airport Utility, and checking the status on Back to My Mac. You can also try editing your Apple ID settings and entering your password.
To connect to a computer or file server, tap at the top of the Browse screen. If you don't see the option to connect, tap Browse again. Tap 'Connect to Server', enter a local hostname or network address, then tap Connect. After you connect to a computer or file server, it will appear in the Recent Servers list on the Connect to Server screen.
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How to set up Back to My Mac
To set up Back to My Mac, you need to set your iCloud credentials in the Airport Utility. You can find this on the Base Station page under Back to My Mac. Once you've done this, restart your Airport, go into Airport Utility, and check the status on Back to My Mac.
If you're having trouble connecting to iCloud, try updating your Airport Extreme. To do this, go to the Back to My Mac section in Airport Utility, edit your Apple ID settings, and enter your password. This should validate and turn green. Apply the update to your Airport Extreme, and check the status of your Apple ID under Back to My Mac.
If you're still having issues, make sure you have the iCloud Photo Library set up on your device and that your device is set to "Optimise Device Storage".
To connect to an AirPort Network Drive, tap at the top of the Browse screen. If you don't see this option, tap Browse again. Then, tap Connect to Server and enter a local hostname or network address. Once you're connected, your computer or file server will appear in the Recent Servers list on the Connect to Server screen.
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How to fix an AirPort base station that cannot connect to iCloud
If your AirPort base station cannot connect to iCloud, there are a few things you can try. Firstly, set your iCloud credentials in the Airport Utility (on the Base Station page under Back to My Mac). Then, restart your AirPort and go into the Airport Utility to check the status on Back to My Mac. If the status is yellow, with a message saying "this base station cannot connect to iCloud", it may be a glitch on Apple's part. Try restarting your AirPort again and checking the status. If the problem persists, make sure you have the latest version of the Airport Utility and that your Apple ID is set up correctly. You can also try setting your device to "Optimise Device Storage" in the iCloud Photo Library settings. To connect to an AirPort Network Drive, tap at the top of the Browse screen. If you don't see the option, tap Browse again. Then, tap "Connect to Server" and enter a local hostname or network address.
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How to access files on AirPort from your iPhone
To access files on AirPort from your iPhone, you can use Back to My Mac. First, set your iCloud credentials in the Airport Utility on the Base Station page under Back to My Mac. Then, restart your AirPort, go into Airport Utility, and check the status on Back to My Mac. If you see a green light, you're connected. If you see an amber light, try editing your Apple ID settings and entering your password. Then, apply the update to your AirPort and check the status again.
You can also try connecting to an AirPort Network Drive. Tap at the top of the Browse screen, then tap Browse again. Tap Connect to Server, and enter a local hostname or network address. After you connect to a computer or file server, it will appear in the Recent Servers list on the Connect to Server screen.
Additionally, you can make use of the iCloud Photo Library and set your device to "Optimise Device Storage". This will help you free up space on your iPhone and access your files more efficiently.
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Frequently asked questions
Set iCloud credentials in Airport Utility (on Base Station page under Back to My Mac).
Check your Apple ID settings and enter your password. If this doesn't work, it may be a glitch on Apple's part.
Make use of iCloud Photo Library and set the device(s) to "Optimise Device Storage".
Tap at the top of the Browse screen. If you don’t see , tap Browse again. Tap Connect to Server. Enter a local hostname or a network address, then tap Connect.
