How to setup the Netgear Orbi wifi mesh system through the Orbi app?

With the Netgear Orbi app in your possession, you can set up, control and manage the Netgear Orbi Setup without any hassle. From checking the status of your network and notifications, you can easily manage the other features of your Netgear Orbi wifi mesh system on the app. Get a detailed study on the Orbi setup process by reading the information given in this blog.

Downloading the Orbi app

The Orbi app is a useful tool to set up the Orbi wifi system. Follow the onscreen steps given below once you download and launch the Orbi app:

Start by downloading the Orbi app and opening it. When you open it for the very first time, you can create a Netgear account.
Just Tap on Get Started. You can tap on ENABLE CAMERA AND SCAN and then scan the QR code on the Orbi router’s sleeve or base. Just tap on CONTINUE after that.
Choose the products and the number of Orbi satellites in the system and then tap on CONTINUE.
Restart the modem now. Locate the modem and just tap on CONTINUE. Then unplug the modem and tap CONTINUE. You can plug the modem back in and wait. Wait until the lights stabilize and then tap CONTINUE.

Connecting the Orbi wifi system

Using the included ethernet cable, you can connect the Orbi router’s yellow Internet port to the modem’s ethernet port.
Now, plug in the Orbi router in the nearby outlet available using the supplied power adapter.
You can wait until the Orbi router starts up. It will be confirmed by the router’s ring LED pulsing white during start-up and then again becoming solid white. This might take a few minutes.
You can also plug the Orbi satellites into the outlets nearby. Make sure that the devices are in the same room.

After returning to the Orbi app, just tap on continue. A progress bar will be displayed while the Orbi router is starting up.

Connecting to the Orbi router’s default wifi

You can now proceed to connect to the default wifi of the router by following the steps given below:

Firstly, open the wifi settings on the mobile device.
You can connect to the Orbi’s default wifi SSID. It is usually found on the Orbi router’s product label.
Return to the Orbi app and tap on CONTINUE. Once the mobile device successfully connects to the Orbi router’s default wifi SSID, you will see the Personalize settings page. Tap on NEXT.
The Create wifi network page displays. Here, you can choose the Orbi wifi network name SSID and the password. Tap on NEXT to continue. These credentials will help in connecting the devices to the Orbi’s wifi network. You will then see the setup admin login page.
Tap on NEXT after choosing the Orbi router’s admin password. You can use the credentials to access the Orbi router’s settings. Just ensure that you choose a unique password that is totally different from the Orbi wifi password.
The Setup Security question page displays after tapping Next.
You can choose to answer two security questions from the drop-down menu and simply tap on NEXT. In case the mobile device prompts you, allow suggested wifi networks. The mobile device connects to the new Orbi wifi network.
You can tap on CONTINUE now.
Perform the firmware updates if available any.

With this, you have completed the Netgear Orbi wifi mesh system through the Orbi app.

How to resolve issues on Netgear Orbi setup using the Orbi app?

If you are facing trouble with the Netgear Orbi wifi system installation via the Orbi app, just follow the quick troubleshooting tips given below:

Try to reboot the modem

You can go for rebooting the modem if you are facing any issues with the Netgear Orbi mesh wifi system. Just unplug it from the power source and plug it back again. Again, connect the modem to the internet port of the router using an ethernet cable.

Always use the latest version of the Orbi App

The outdated version of the app leads to errors in the installation process of the Netgear Orbi wifi mesh system. In fact, it only adds issues to your network and devices. So just make sure that you are using the latest version of the Orbi app.

Try to install manually

You can also go for the manual installation of the Orbi wifi mesh system. For this, you will have to connect your device to the wifi network using the SSID and the password. These can be found generally on the router sticker. Now, open any compatible browser and visit orbilogin.net. This is the default gateway to configure your Netgear router. When the router interface displays, just follow the setup instructions available.

Resetting the Orbi wifi system to the factory defaults

The reset option has the power to erase all your personalized settings to the factory defaults including the SSID and the password. Hence, you must consider this option as your last resort only. But, if you have finally decided to reset the Orbi wifi system, just follow the given set of instructions below:

Firstly, ensure that the Orbi device is in power-on mode.
Then, you can press the reset button. Just take the help of a paper clip or any other similar object.
Hold the reset button until the Power LED available on the device blinks amber.

The device is finally reset to the factory defaults.

Conclusion

You can complete the Netgear Orbi setup using the Orbi app. Still, if you face any queries with the setup process, reach out to our team of experts on the toll-free number. `