How to Change 5 Ghz Channel on Netgear Orbi 850?
Netgear routers, extenders and mesh systems are pre-configured to use the Wireless frequency channels. These band channels work well for most of the people during and after the Orbi router setup. Mostly, there are dual band system in routers and Orbi mesh systems which are 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. But you will also find triple bands out there, which includes 6 GHz with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.
These channels are used to dispel the connections and internet signals problems easily. You must set the frequency bands according to the area of your house. Here, we are providing the steps to change your Netgear Orbi 850 channels to make internet service good in your house.
Access Orbi Interface
To access the Orbilogin interface you have to connect your computer or laptop to the router network via LAN cable or SSID name. After that, open the web browser and type in the URL orbiloginet.com.
If Orbilogin.com not working then you can also use IP address 192.168.1.1 to access. Enter the admin credentials on login page and click on Login button.
Go Into Wireless Settings
Now, you have to reach to the Wireless setting which you will find in Advanced tab. select the Region menu and click on the location in which you are staying. Then, scroll down.
Change Channel to 5GHz
After scrolling down, select the Channels tab, where you can change the frequency bands from the 2.4 GHz to the 5GHz. you will be asked to choose a channel number.
It is because regional wireless broadcast regulations, not all the bands or channels are available in all regions.
After selecting just click on the Apply button to save the changes.
Note: If your router has set on the 5 GHz frequency then you must set the satellites channels to the same.
You can also change the settings from the Orbi app, but it advisable that you do it from the GUI interface using computer or laptop.
The Last Lines
There are easy steps which you can use to change the Orbi device frequency channel from 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz. We hope now your speed and reliability problem is solved and you are enjoying fast internet services in your home.
