How to Setup Orbi RBK852, Update Firmware and Reset?

Orbi Mesh system is one of the most used mesh devices that user install to extend the network in the house. There are LEDs on it which information can be gathered from here Orbi color meaning. Here you will get to know about the Netgear mesh model Orbi RBK852 device setup, interface login, how to update it and reset it to dispel any problem.

Setup Orbi RBK852 Device

• Place the Orbi router near to the ISP modem.
• Connect cable to the router WAN port.
• Then, connect the other end to the modem LAN port.
• Then it is time to the turn on the router device by connecting power cord.

Now connect the satellites with the help of the Sync button wirelessly.

• Power the satellites and press the Sync button on the Orbi router and satellites.
• The devices will connects automatically, but you have to log in to the interface and complete Orbi outdoor satellite setup.

Now you have to log in to the Orbi device with the help of your phone or computer. Below you will get to know both ways.

Log in to Orbi RBK852

By Phone

You have to download the Netgear Orbi app in your phone. To download, you have to choose the Play store (in Android) or App Store (In iPhone). Here, you have to enter app name and search. Simply download the app by taping on the icon.

• Open the app in your phone.
• Enter the login credentials to access.

If you don’t have the credentials then create an account by Signing Up. Enter the Email address, name and generate password.

• Enter the credentials and log in to the interface of the app.
• Here you can simple adjust and manage the Orbi RBK852 device features and settings.

By Computer

You have to connect the computer to the router with the help of LAN cable or using SSID name and password and follow simple steps down here.

• If you have windows OS computer or laptop then you have open any updated browser like Chrome, Firefox or any other.
• If you have Mac OS computer or laptop then you have open any updated browser like Safari.
• Search the URL orbilogin.net or you can use IP 192.168.1.1 and you will reach to the login page of the interface.
• Here, you have to enter the username and password and click on the Log In button. The interface will open up on the screen, where you can easily change settings, networks and access features.

The Orbi router setup is completed, now, let’s see how to update the Orbi device by following some steps below here;

Update RBK852 Firmware

Through App

• Access the Netgear Orbi app in your phone.
• Go to the menu option or tab.
• Select Updates option in here.
• Tap on the UPDATE button.

Through Computer

• Access the Orbi interface GUI window in computer.
• Go in to Settings tab here.
• Find the Firmware tab and open it.
• Search for new firmware version and update.

There can be technical issues that you can face from the Orbi like internet is not connecting, Orbi can’t connect to modem. To dispel the issues, you have to reset the device.

How to Reset RBK852?

There are simple and easy steps to reset the Orbi device, just follow;

• Find the RESET button under or side of the device.
• It is a Pinhole button, which you can press using a sharp object.
• Just give it a long press and the reset process will start.

You must remember that by resetting the device, you will have to restart the setup process and configure the device again.

Conclusion

Here, you have seen and learned about the Orbi RBK853 mesh system setup, login, how to update it and how to reset it.