The Orbi mesh system is the most popular product of Netgear because of its seamless and efficient coverage. There is a feature in Orbi called a Netgear Orbi Access Point that allows a connected device to act as a gateway. You can use this gateway to connect other devices.
If you also want to enable Orbi AP mode, then read this blog properly. In this post, we discuss step-by-step instructions to activate Orbi access point mode.
Methods to Configure AP Mode
It is very simple to configure Orbi AP mode; you can do it easily at home. Below you explore two methods to enable Orbi Access Point.
- Through Web
- Via Orbi App
Through Web
If you are using an Ethernet cable to connect your computer with an Orbi router, then you will use this method. Follow the steps to configure:
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- I hope your computer device is connected to the network.
- Visit the orbilogin.com or IP address 192.168.1.1 in the web browser
- Connect the gateway to the router or modem.
- Also connect the device to the gateway and access its web interface.
- Choose an IP address by following onscreen steps.
After using the above steps, enable Orbi in AP mode and enjoy the better and more reliable network throughout your home. By using this interface, you can complete the Orbi satellite setup process.
Via Orbi App
If you are using wireless connection, then you will use the Orbi app to enable the Orbi AP mode. Steps are:
- Make sure the mobile device is connected to the Orbi router.
- Go to any app platform and download the Orbi app..
- Open it and login via default credential. (You can also create a new account using an email ID.)
- Once you entered the app interface, go to the settings, and then advanced the same as the interface.
- Find the Access Point Mode and enable it by clicking on it.
These steps are helping you to configure the Orbi AP mode by using the Orbi app. You can also adjust several settings of Orbi on this app and solve problems if your Orbi satellite is not connecting or working.
Conclusion
In the above post, you learnt how to enable Orbi AP mode by using the web interface and the Orbi app. The Orbi Access Point helps boost your home network.