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Guide to Orbi Router Setup & Login
The Orbi mesh system constructed by connecting two or more Orbi devices (router and satellites. But you can’t just plug then and use them directly, you have to create new network and by sync Orbi satellite you can complete the Orbi mesh system. Learn how to connect the Orbi router with your home WiFi network and how to configure its settings. Next, we will help you to sync Orbi satellite with the router network using simple instructions.
How to Setup Orbi Router?
Place Orbi Router at the central point of your home/office. Connect Orbi Router with modem using an ethernet cable. Make sure you plug the cable ends into the router’s WAN port & modem’s LAN port. Then power up your router.
After physical installation, let’s learn how to reach Orbi Router login interface and control its settings.
How to Configure Orbi Router?
You can access the web browser on any device (mobile, computer, tablet or laptop). Then you have to create account using the web interface orbilogin.com or IP address 192.168.1.1. To create the account, you need to follow the login process steps:
- Use ethernet cable or the default SSID credentials of the Orbi router to make a connection between the PC & router.
- Open any updated web browser in your connected computer.
- Enter orbilogin.com or IP address 192.168.1.1 into the URL address bar of the web browser and search it by pressing the ENTER button.
- Orbi admin login page will be loaded on your browser where you have to enter the admin login password.
- Enter default login credentials mentioned on the label of the router. Usually, the username: admin and password: password.
- Click login button after typing the correct default admin details. Orbi router Setup Page will be loaded.
- Use dashboard to control Settings of Orbi Router. At first you have to create new Orbi network by entering the new SSID username and password.
- Then, interface will search the Orbi firmware update automatically and if it is available, you should update it.
After that, the Orbi router will reboot itself to apply the new updated settings. So, do not interrupt reboot process, then you can easily connect with the Orbi router new network.
How to Login to Orbi Router via Mobile App?
You can also access Orbi router login settings on Orbi app to complete the Orbi router setup. This app is available on Play Store/ App Store. Learn how to log in to Orbi router via mobile app:
- At first, download Netgear Orbi app and install it from the app store of your device.
- Open the app and access it through the Orbi admin login details.
- You will find default login credentials on the label of the router.
- Or, try the option to create a new account on the app through your Email ID.
- After login, the app will automatically detect Orbi router.
- Then, you can manage settings of Orbi Router over the dashboard.
- You can also set the Orbi firmware update on automatic. By enabling it, you don’t need to manual update the device.
Now, that you have learned how to finish the Orbi router setup through the app as well as orbilogin.com (Orbi router login interface), you should know how to sync orbi satellites.
How to Connect Orbi Satellite with Router?
There is a sync button on the back of the satellite and router, which is easiest method to connect the orbi router & satellite. So, follow these steps:
- Find the Sync button on the back of the router and press it.
- Press the same button on the Orbi satellite.
- Wait for the Satellite and router show solid white light on the Power LED.
- It means the connection is established and now you can connect with the extended mesh network.
Hopefully, you have learned the mesh system setup, but you can also face few errors while setting up your devices. So, learn how to troubleshoot common errors.
Reasons: Why Can’t I Login to Orbi Router?
If you are not able to login to the Orbi router, there can be many reasons like:
- Outdated Web Browser
- Device not connected to the Router.
- Incorrect IP Address or URL
- Incorrect Login Credentials
- Cache Memory and Cookies
Above reasons hold majorly why users face issues during Orbi router login process, worry not, all these issues can be resolved using below given tips and solutions.
Troubleshooting Tips
Follow below troubleshooting tips to reduce errors and setup Orbi router smoothly.
1. Use Updated Browser
If you are using an out-dated web browser, then it might show errors while accessing orbi router login page. So always update your web browser before attempting login.
2. Enter the Correct URL and IP Address
Always use the correct IP address or URL to access the login page. The correct IP address is 192.168.1.1 and the URL is orbilogin.com.
3. Fill Correct Login Credentials
Check the label of the router to see the default login username and password. If you had changed the credentials and now you have forgotten the same, then either reset your router or log in via default login credentials
4. Clear Cache Memory
Before you login to the Orbi router, clear all the cache and cookies of the web browser. If still it shows error, then login via different web browser.
5. Verify Physical Connection
Faulty Cable Connection can also be a root cause behind login errors. Check all the power and network cables of the router, and plug them tight.
6. Reboot Your Router
To restart your router device, you need to either press the power button on the back of the router twice or plug out/in the power adapter from the wall outlet.
7. Reset for Last Solutions
Resetting your devices will wipe the previous data from the device memory. you should use this solution if any Orbi light is showing again and again. To reset the device, you have to find the small pinhole at the back of the device. You can press and hold it with the help of a pin or pen. Hold it for 10 seconds and then release it to initiate the reset process.
Frequently Asked Questions
The reasons might be:
- Device’s poor connection to the router.
- The router may not be powered on.
- Check internet connection (from ISP)
If you want to change WiFi password for the Orbi router, follow below steps:
- Access Orbi Web Interface
- Go to the Security option.
- Enter the current and new passwords.
- Confirm the password and click on the Save Changes button.
To Update the Firmware of the Orbi router, the steps are:
- Open Orbi web interface.
- Go to Advanced settings.
- Choose Upgrading Firmware.
- Download latest firmware, if available.
To connect the smart phone to the Orbi router, steps are:
- Connect smart phone to Orbi Router’s WiFi network
- Use default SSID and password of the router (mentioned on router’s label).
