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Orbi Router Setup & Sync Orbi Satellites

An Orbi router combined with various satellites along with your home modem’s network, it refers to a mesh network that has been established to provide a proper WiFi coverage around your home. The main purpose of the mesh network is solved when router is properly connected with the modem and along with its satellites.
Hence, we will explain you about how to complete this Orbi mesh setup by connecting the router and sync Orbi satellites with it. Let’s dive into the Orbi router setup.

Orbi Router Setup

  • First, unplug your modem from the power outlet, wait for 10 seconds, and plug it back in.
  • Take the ethernet cable and connect the yellow port on the Orbi mesh route.r to your modem.
  • Plug in the router. Give it a minute or two. The LED ring on top will turn white, then pulse magenta while it’s booting up.
  • If the LED turns solid blue, it indicates a strong connection.
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Adding Orbi Satellites

Plug in the satellite about halfway between the Orbi mesh router and your dead zone. Press the Sync button on the satellite and router to make a connection.
The LED ring will pulse white, then magenta, and if all is good, it turns blue (strong connection) or amber (decent, but could be better). But if the device shows red LED? It indicates, no connection, move it closer to the router.
Pro Tip: Don’t place satellites too close or too far from the router. Aim for around 30-40 feet away, max.

Using the Orbi App

You can set it up manually, but the Orbi app makes the Orbi router setup ten times easier.

  • Download the Orbi app from Google Play or Apple Store.
  • Create or log in to your Netgear account.
  • The app will walk you through the steps like a personal tech buddy detecting your Orbi, syncing satellites, checking speeds, all that good stuff.
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You can also name your network, set a password, and even create guest access right from the app.
Note: Orbi combines 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands under one name by default, which is actually great for seamless roaming between devices. You don’t need to switch manually among the networks.

Logging In via Web Browser

If you want to tweak more settings start your computer and type orbilogin.com or orblilogin.net or 192.168.1.1 into your web browser. A login page will appear, here enter the Orbi admin login username and password to access the orbi router login interface.

  • Username: admin
  • Password: password
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You will get the access and then you can manage the orbi router and satellite’s settings and features easily.
Hope, you have set your Orbi mesh system using these above given steps. But if you are getting any kind of trouble, use the tips given below:

Troubleshooting Tips

In this section, you will get to learn major and already use troubleshooting tips and solutions.

Slow Orbi WiFi?

  • Run a speed test via the app. Just open and access the Orbi app with the help of the MYNETEGAR credentials or create a new one. Select the Speed test option and run it.
  • Restart both the router and modem. To restart the devices, you just have to push the power button on them twice.
  • Check for firmware updates. Go to the Netgear official website, open the support, and search for the latest firmware update for your Orbi specific model.

Devices Won’t Connect?

  • Forget the network on your internet device and reconnect with the same one with the help of the network SSID password.
  • Restart the Orbi mesh router by unplugging the power adapter and plugging it again in the wall outlet.

Flashing Magenta Light that Won’t Go Away?

That’s a sync issue. Move your satellite closer to the Orbi mesh router and re-sync the router and satellite with the help of the Sync button.
Reboot both the devices and if the internet drops, afterwards reboot the connected modem.

Orbi Systems Manual Factory Reset Process

  • Reset orbi router. Use a paperclip or pen to press the reset button on the back of the router and satellites. Hold it for 10 seconds and release it.
  • After reset Orbi router, you need to reconfigure whole settings through the Orbi app or orbilogin.net. But remember, you should use the default Orbi admin login credentials to log into the interface.

Now let’s learn how you can manage the Orbi mesh system important settings like change the WiFi password, Update the firmware, & change the admin credentials.

How to Change Orbi WiFi Password?

To change the Orbi WiFi password, you have to log into the Orbi app or orbilogin.net on your phone or computer. Go into the Wireless Settings > select the SSID tab > enter the new network name and password > click/tab SAVE to apply the new SSID credentials.

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How to Update Orbi Firmware?

There are two ways to update the Orbi firmware one is activating the automatic update from the Orbi app on your phone. The other way is downloading the latest firmware file and install it from the orbilogin.net interface. let’s discuss both of them:

  • Access the Orbi app in your phone > go to the administration tab > select the Firmware option > enable the Automatic updates.
  • Visit the Netgear’s official site and download the latest update file from here. Now, access the Orbi router login page and choose the Firmware tab. Paste the file and click Update button.

How to Change Orbi Admin Login Credentials?

Access the Orbi router setup interface on your computer that is connected with the Orbi network. Use the previous Orbi router login password and log into the device.
Now, select the Administration tab. Enter the new admin password and click SAVE button to apply the new admin credentials.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Extend WiFi Range?

Constructing a mesh network in your home will surely extend your WiFi range. Orbi mesh system is one of the best mesh networks right now, so we advise for the Orbi router & satellites to extend your WiFi range.

How do I Extend My WiFi Signal to Another Building 200 Feet Away?

Netgear Orbi network can carry the reach of over 200 feet to another building, but you have to sync at least 4-5 satellite with the Orbi router in your building.

How do I Refresh Orbi?

By turning it off and powering it on for once. Or plugging out the Orbi mesh router adapter & plugging it again in the wall socket to reboot the Orbi, which will refresh Orbi network.

How to Remove Satellites from Orbi?

It is easy to disconnect Orbi satellites from the Orbi mesh router. Just turn them off. Or you can use the Orbi app to disconnect them.

Can I Use Orbi Just as a Router?

Of course, you can easily use Orbi router to connect with WiFi internet network. You don’t need any satellite for the connection, but it will not work as the mesh network then.