How do I change a TimeCaps connection from wifi to ethernet?

[rivalg]

I've been using a TimeCapsule for several years now and it has always been wifi connected.

The OS X Yosemite introduced some issues when trying to restore backed up data; Apple recommends when Time Machine is slow: "If your backup disk is a Time Capsule, leave your Mac in the same room as the Time Capsule for the initial backup, or use an Ethernet cable to connect your Mac to one of the Ethernet ports on the Time Capsule".

I have not found a good answer on how to change this connection from wifi to ethernet. Some recommend to turn off the wifi altogether - I can't do that as I need it for other devices - Others suggest to do this change using AirPort Utility but, when I access Airport Utility I can't find/follow the instructions given.

Your help is appreciated.

 

[cwa107]

Run an Ethernet cable from your Mac to the Time Capsule. That's it.

 

[rivalg]

cwa107 - I did run a, Ethernet cable and was not able to connect; the wifi connection persisted.

 

[cwa107]

cwa107 - I did run a, Ethernet cable and was not able to connect; the wifi connection persisted.

OK, so now you have two network connections instead of just one - is that a problem? If the WiFi connection really bothers you, disable the wifi connection on the Mac (not on the Time Capsule).

 

[rivalg]

Thanks for your replies - I thought that i should only have 1 connection but not both- so, ** do I know which connection the system is using

(BTW i used to live in Mechnicsburg - now in AZ

 

[cwa107]

Thanks for your replies - I thought that i should only have 1 connection but not both- so, ** do I know which connection the system is using

It will use both simultaneously. If you want to eliminate the wireless connection, go into System Preferences >> Network >> WiFi (on the left side) >> Advanced >> Select your network from the list and then click '-' to remove it.

(BTW i used to live in Mechnicsburg - now in AZ

Small world

I'll bet you miss the snow, huh?

 

[rivalg]

cwa107 - thanks for your help - My wife is from HBG, lived in Mech 45+years- do not miss the snow but do miss trees, flowers, green grass and, of coure, many friend we left behind- Thanks again