![]() The second-generation model also included the addition of Guest Networking, a feature which allows creation of a separate wireless network for guests. It offered simultaneous 802.11n dual-band operation, which allows older devices to use slower wireless speeds, without affecting the overall performance of devices that can use higher 802.11n speeds. In early 2009, Apple released the second-generation Time Capsule. In 2016, Apple disbanded its wireless router development team, and in 2018 the entire AirPort line of products was discontinued without replacement. The NAS functionality utilizes a built-in "server grade" hard drive. The USB port can be used for external peripheral devices to be shared over the network, such as external hard drives or printers. All models include four Gigabit Ethernet ports (3 LAN ports, 1 WAN port) and a single USB port. ![]() The earliest versions supported 802.11n wireless and came with a 500 GB hard drive in the base model, while the latest model, introduced in 2013, features 802.11ac and a 3 TB hard drive. Introduced on Januand released on February 29, 2008, the device has been upgraded several times, matching upgrades in the Extreme series routers. Apple describes it as a "Backup Appliance", designed to work in tandem with the Time Machine backup software utility introduced in Mac OS X 10.5. They are, essentially, versions of the AirPort Extreme with an internal hard drive. The AirPort Time Capsule (originally named Time Capsule) is a wireless router which was sold by Apple Inc., featuring network-attached storage (NAS) and a residential gateway router, and is one of Apple's AirPort products. The DX still fits fine but the DM is just a touch better for size.Backup drive, AirPort Extreme base station Although the difference between the DX and OEM drives is only a few mm. Also the chassis of the DM is slightly thinner at the edges (being 4 platter) than the DX and is closer to the OEM TC drive in size than the DX. ![]() You can't really buy the DX anymore anyway unless it is old stock. The DM is a touch slower than the 7200 DX but because the drive is over ethernet (and in the TC) the speed difference between the two is irrelevant. The DM (newer drive) uses less energy and runs cooler than the DX. It is now supported on the 2013 AE.ĮDIT II: Replaced the Seagate Barracuda ST4000DX000 5 platter 7200rpm HDD with a Seagate Desktop HDD.15 ST4000DM000 4 platter 5900rpm. I used the iFixit teardown for a general reference.ĮDIT: Removed the comment I originally made that the AE does not support TM. You also need to rebuild the HDD through 'erase' in the AirPort App when you boot back into the TC. A 2TB TC purchase plus a 4TB HDD would not be cheap. Yes I know you can plug in the 4TB to the USB port but I want to have it all internal and clean.Īlso I had a 4TB lying around. I want to be able to use Time Machine from my 5 Macs on one Time Capsule which I can now do without issue. Complications could be ripping of the connectors or wires. It is a fragile operation - but still doable. I would not recommend it though unless you really want the hard drive space like me. Upon rebooting the TC, you rebuild the HDD disk image through the airport app disk tab by choosing erase. It is very snug because the 4TB drive has a little more alloy on the edges. You may need to reposition the rubber up inside the unit with say a driver before you fit the drive back in. Move it left and right to ease it from the rubber edges holding it in inside.ĥ. I removed it by holding the device end gently letting the HDD drop out the bottom, being super careful it does not grab wiring. I left the sata cable attached to the logic board and only levered it off the HDD.ĥ. I used long tweezers as I have used on minis and MacBooks in the past.Ĥ. The black base is a soft plastic and is marked easy.ģ. Find a very thin plastic, but stiff, spudger to get the base of. It is a 7200rpm SATATIII 64MB cache 3.5" HDD.ġ. I am guessing the writing speed is not challenging for it, or the internal fan is efficient.ĭrive replaced: The drive in the Apple AirPort Time Capsule 2TB is the Seagate ST2000DM001. Even with doing the initial backup of 5 Macs at once it did not get hot. It is a hot running drive but does not appear to heat the TC up at all (any different to the 2TB). You will need some very thin spudgers to get the base off.Īlso there are a few thin wire connectors that are not for the faint hearted.ĭrive used (see EDIT at bottom of post): Seagate Barracuda 4TB 7200rpm (ST4000DX000). It is possible but about the same level of difficulty as a hard drive replacement in a Mac mini if you have done that. ![]() So I upgraded the HDD in my 2013 2TB Time Capsule to a 4TB.
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