Orbi is one of the most popular networking gadgets which is produced by Netgear. After its successful installation users receive high speed connectivity, wider coverage and reliable signal strength. But no matter how efficient and top-quality technical gadget you use, it is prone to some or the other connectivity issue. You might face the issue after installation or even during installation. Therefore Orbi is no different. So in case if you are facing an Orbi connection problem then you are at the right destination. Because this is the troubleshooting guide for the same. So without any further unnecessary delay, let’s check out the helping guide and get you back in action.

Reasons Behind Orbi Connection Problem 

There can be multiple reasons as to why you are facing connectivity issues with your Orbi. Here are the key reasons for your reference:

 

• Incorrect configuration or setup.
• Loose wiring
• Damaged power socket
• Physical interference and obstructions from nearby gadgets.
• Incorrect placement
• Using incorrect login details.
• Outdated firmware
• Issues with Internet Service Provider or
• Damaged hardware.

 

All these can be potential causes for the Orbi connection problem that you are facing. So now let’s check out the various points that can help you troubleshoot the problem.

✓ Wired Connections Needs To Be Proper.

 

First recheck if the wired connectivity is proper or not. As loose wiring between the host modem and Orbi will definitely create connectivity problems. Further also check if you have plugged the cables into the right ports or not. For this take help from the user manual that came with the package contents of your Orbi. Moreover, recheck if the cables are functioning properly or are defective. If found defective, then replace it immediately to solve the Orbi connection problem.

 

Additionally, if you are using an Ethernet wire for building a connection between the Orbi and your smart device then recheck this connection as well. It shouldn’t be loose or defective. Lastly, check if the power adapter is attached properly to the Orbi’s power port or not.

✓ Ensure Consistent Power Supply

There is no doubt about the fact that power supply is very important for the networking gadgets to work properly. Therefore make sure you are using the power outlet that offers a proper and consistent supply of electricity. We advise you to choose a power socket that has its direct connectivity to the inverter. As this will allow the Orbi to work continuously even during power cuts.

✓ Check For The Interference

One of the major reasons as to why you might be facing an Orbi connection problem can be various physical interferences. So do not place the Orbi router or its satellites in an area where there are too many physical obstructions. It includes heavy furniture sets, big and thick concrete or glass walls as well as electrical and metal items such as refrigerator, cordless phones, microwave, bluetooth devices, aluminum doors, security cameras or baby monitors as well. As all these things create an hindrance in easy travelling of Orbi’s signals. So as you clear the passage you’ll get back the connectivity.

✓ Right Placement Is Crucial 

If you want to avoid an Orbi connection problem, then make sure the placement of Orbi is appropriate. To ensure the same, first make sure the Orbi is placed in a central location and nearby to your host modem. So that it can spread the signals uniformly in each direction. Next do not place the Orbi satellites too far from the Orbi router. As this will break the communication. Additionally, placing the Orbi inside a box will also create connectivity issues. So avoid the same and rather place it in a well-ventilated area and on some higher surface.

✓ Perform Correct Setup Steps

To avoid any Orbi connection problem, you need to perform the initial setup correctly. Here’s the setup guidance that you need to follow very precisely:

 

• First bring your Orbi router in the same area as your modem. Now place it strategically like there shouldn’t be any physical obstruction between the router and the modem.

 

• Moving further using a properly functioning ethernet wire, make a connection between the host modem and the Orbi.

 

• After this activate the Orbi with the help of a power adapter that came with your package contents. Do not move to the next step until the Orbu boots up properly. You’ll get the indication through smart LED light indicators.

 

• Next, take your smart gadget like computer, smartphone, laptop or your iPad. Now fetch the default information from Orbi’s product label which you’ll find as you turn the Orbi upside down. Using this information connect the chosen smart gadget to the Orbi.

 

• Now on the same device launch an internet browser like internet explorer, google chrome, firefox or safari. From here on move to its address bar. To avoid any Orbi connection problem, correctly input the default IP address, which is 192.168.1.1 and press Enter. In case it doesn’t allow you to access the login window then use orbilogin.net or orbilogin.com.

 

• Finally, to complete the setup what you need to do is just follow the on-screen prompts one by one.

✓ Reboot The Devices

You can easily solve some minor Orbi connection problem with the help of a simple reboot. For rebooting the gadgets first detach them from the power socket after turning off the power button. Now wait for a while, not less than a minute. Thereafter replug the gadgets to their respective power sockets. This might instantly solve the connection problems.

 

Note: Sometimes the issue is not with the Orbi but the problem can be from the end of your Internet Service Provider. So do not forget to connect to them.

✓ If Nothing Works: Try Factory Reset 

With the help of factory reset you can revert the Orbi back to its factory settings and redo the setup from scratch thus eliminating an Orbi connection problem. To perform the same, first activate the Orbi if it’s off. Now using a straightened paper clip or you can also use a sim tray releasing pin reset the Orbi. You need to insert the pin into the reset hole of your Orbi and then hold it down until the power LED starts blinking. As the reset completes, get ready to redo the setup.

 

If still the issue persists then get in touch with the experts.