Connecting Orbi to router is generally not recommended because Orbi itself is a router. Therefore, is advised to replace the current router with an Orbi router and then connect it to the modem. Just in case, you still want to connect Orbi router to router only, here are the steps to follow.
How to Connect Orbi to Router?
The setup process to an Orbi with the router just requires a few minutes. The steps given below will help you connect the router with the Orbi app or the login page and configure it. After that, you will be able to get WiFi signals depending upon the WiFi technology your router supports.
You will need your Orbi router, satellites, modem, and power adapters to set up the system. Arrange a pair of Ethernet cables too. Apart from that, download the Orbi app on your mobile phone and install it. For your information, the Orbi app will be the Command Center for Orbi setup and help you connect Orbi satellite to the router.
Set Up Orbi with Router using the Netgear Orbi app
- Launch the app after installing it on your mobile phone.
- The next step is to create a Netgear account.
- If you already have an account, enter the required details.
- Select the router model after scanning the QR code on the sleeve or base of Orbi.
- Now, go through the prompts appearing on the screen to connect mobile to the Orbi network, set up admin password, update the firmware, etc.
Once you are done setting up Orbi router in an ordinary way, consider connecting it to the router using an Ethernet cable and return to the Orbi app. There, select the Access Point mode under the Mode Selection menu.
Set Up Orbi with Netgear Orbi Login Page
- Connect your PC to the Orbi using an Ethernet cable or its WiFi credentials.
- Open an internet browser and access orbilogin.net.
- Log in using the default login details (username – admin and password – password).
- The Netgear Orbi setup wizard will open.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to install the Orbi.
In this manner, you will be able to set up the Orbi. The wizard will then guide you with the placement of the Orbi satellites. Just ensure that you have not kept them away from the router.
Advanced Features to Access After Connecting Orbi
Here are some features that will help you connected safely to the home network of the Orbi router. These features will work irrespective of the fact that you have set up the router in Router mode or the AP mode.
- Netgear Armor: This is an in-built feature that comes on a trial-basis initially. As the name suggests, it acts as an armor for your home network. No harmful viruses will be able to attack the connected devices. You will experience real-time protection against hackers and added privacy.
- Smart Parental Controls: Kids these days love internet a lot. However, you need to keep their simple minds safe too. For that, Smart Parental Controls feature is designed. It will allow you to monitor your kids’ activities online.
In a Nutshell
It is not very difficult to connect Orbi to router. You just need a working internet connection, a modem, router, and LAN cables. Apart from this, if you are completing setup via the login URL, ensure that you have a web browser installed on PC. If you are using a mobile phone, do not forget to get the latest version of the Orbi app. Now, you are free to connect 200+ devices to the Orbi WiFi network.
