The AirPort Extreme is a residential gateway combining the functions of a router, network switch, wireless access point and NAS as well as varied other functions, and one of Apple's former AirPort products. The latest model, the 6th generation, supports 802.11ac networking in addition to older standards. Versions of the same system with a built-in network-accessible hard drive are known as the AirPort Time Capsule.
The back of a 2007 AirPort Extreme
First three AirPort Base Station models, including the AirPort Extreme to the right (Called AirMac Extreme in Japan).
AirPort is a discontinued line of wireless routers and network cards developed by Apple Inc. using Wi-Fi protocols. In Japan, the line of products was marketed under the brand AirMac due to previous registration by I-O Data.
First three AirPort Base Station models, including the AirPort Extreme to the right.
Original Graphite (1999)
Snow (2001)
AirPort Extreme Base Station