How to Solve Orbi Satellite Not Found Issue?

Orbi router and satellites are networking devices which are a part of the Netgear Orbi mesh system. It helps internet signals to reach at every corner of your house. It is easy to complete the Orbi router setup. But if you are facing Orbi satellite not found issue, then you can take help to find out reasons and solutions below here.

• Satellite is placed out of reach of the Orbi router in your house.
• Your router not connected to internet or cable modem via Ethernet cable.
• Orbi Satellites are not powered on or not connected to any power wall outlet/socket.
• Sync button is not pressed on the router and satellites which will connect devices wirelessly.

Now, have a look at some easy to apply solutions to dispel the Orbi satellite not found error.

Solutions: Orbi Satellite Not Found Issues

Check Orbi WiFi Satellite is On

You should make sure that Orbi child node (Satellite) is turned on, before connecting both of Orbi devices or starting Orbi outdoor satellite setup. Just plug in the satellite’s power cord to the Power wall socket and press the power button to start the node.

Check Orbi Router Connected to Internet

Router receives WiFi signals from the cable modem which you can connect via Ethernet cable. So, you must ensure that the router is getting signals or not. If not, then;

• Check cable is connected modem LAN port and router WAN port.
• Make sure that cable is not loose and tightly connected.

Press Router and Satellite Sync Button to Link

The Orbi router and satellites can be connected to each other by pressing the Sync button. So, if it is not pressed in correct pattern follow these below given steps;

• Find Sync button on the router and press it.
• Then, within 2 minutes press the satellite Sync button.

Both the devices will connect to each other automatically within some minutes.

Check Cables Are in Good Condition

You must also check out all the cables connected to the Orbi router and satellites like Ethernet cable and power cord. Make sure the cables are in good condition if they are not, simply replace them and use new one.

Reboot Orbi Satellite and Router

If you are still facing Orbi satellite not found issue, then reboot the satellites and router;

• To restart the router, you have to plug out its power adapter from the wall socket and plug it in again.
• To restart the satellite, you have to press the power button twice.

Reset Netgear Orbi WiFi Router

The reboot process will solve the issue for sure, but in some of the cases, the issue will not fix. Then, at last, you have to perform Orbi satellite reset and WiFi router reset process. Just follow some instructions to reset the device;

• Find the WiFi RESET button.
• Press and hold it for 10-15 seconds.
• Then the reset process will start.

But, then you have to re-adjust the settings and network through app or interface login window.

The Conclusion

Here, you have seen reasons why you are facing Orbi satellite not found issue and learned how to solve it with the help of tips and solutions.