Can I use Time Capsule as a media server only?

[vmachiel]

Hi,

So I have a weird question. I have a Time Capsule (the latest one) in a box here. I already have a pretty good router and a killer access point (ubiquity). I don't need it's router functionality. Can I change settings or put new software on it, that's just make it a media server? I want to put stuff on there and stream it to my devices.

Thanks!

 

[Altemose]

So I have a weird question. I have a Time Capsule (the latest one) in a box here. I already have a pretty good router and a killer access point (ubiquity). I don't need it's router functionality. Can I change settings or put new software on it, that's just make it a media server? I want to put stuff on there and stream it to my devices.

Yes. You can disable the wireless and give it a static IP on your network. Then disable the network routing and place it into "Bridge Mode". From there you can use the "Disks" pane in AirPort Utility to control the Time Capsule as a NAS. Keep in mind that you will be limited speed wise hosting files off the Time Capsule compared to a "true NAS".

 

[vmachiel]

Awesome I'll try that thanks.

 

[Altemose]

Awesome I'll try that thanks.

No problem! Report back if you have any questions and with how it all goes...

 

[Undecided]

Keep in mind that you will be limited speed wise hosting files off the Time Capsule compared to a "true NAS".

Including the delay from spinning up the hard drive, because the time capsule will keep shutting it down.

 

[Altemose]

Including the delay from spinning up the hard drive, because the time capsule will keep shutting it down.

Most NASs offer some sort of a spin down to save power and wear on the drives. I would not call that a complaint or downfall with the Time Capsule.