Apple Releases Firmware Update 7.6.7 and 7.7.7 for AirPort Base Stations

airport_utility_iconApple today released a new firmware update for all of its 802.11n Wi-Fi base stations, including the AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Time Capsule. According to Apple's release notes, the update includes bug fixes and is designed to improve the stability and performance of the products.

This update:
- Fixes an issue which may prevent communication between clients on the same network
- Improves performance with an extended guest network
- Addresses potential naming conflicts with Bonjour Sleep Proxy

Apple has also released a 7.7.7 update for its 802.11ac Wi-Fi Base stations, including the latest AirPort Extreme and AirPort Time Capsule models. It fixes the same issues.

The firmware updates can be installed through the AirPort Utility app for iOS or OS X.

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iProd Avatar
107 months ago
Gimme back a wired client table you swine
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chirpie Avatar
107 months ago
Do you mean 7.7.7 ??
I feel like we're talking about airplanes not firmware updates. ^_^;
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jbachandouris Avatar
107 months ago
Wow! An update after how long? Shocking.
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joueboy Avatar
107 months ago
It took years Apple to realized that Airport Extreme has some bug issues. Wow!
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Amazing Iceman Avatar
107 months ago
About time! I thought Apple abandoned this product line.
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107 months ago
I wish they'd bring back the ability to monitor via snmp.
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