You can connect Orbi router to EarthLink router via iPhone in a few simple steps. But, know that you are attempting to connect two WiFi routers and that will surely result in a double NAT situation (not advised). Therefore, it is important that you configure your EarthLink router in the Bridge mode first and then connect it to Orbi router. However, there is an Option 2 also. You can set up your Orbi router in AP mode. But, this will turn off the routing abilities of your Orbi. Therefore, you should go for option 1 only. As far as the Orbi and EarthLink router connection via the Orbi app on an iPhone is concerned, we are going to mention the steps without further ado.
We are assuming that you’ve already installed your EarthLink router in the Bridge mode. It means you can now hardwire it to your Orbi router. The entire process has been discussed further in the write-up.
Before you get started, ensure a few things – your iPhone must be charged and should be running an upgraded iOS version. Also, disable cellular data for some time. The internet connection requirement for your iPhone will be fulfilled from your Orbi router. Once you are done with all this, follow the below-given steps:
Note: During the first-time launch of the app, you might be asked to create a Netgear account. So, create one using the email ID and password. You will be able to receive updates regarding the product and communicate with the Netgear community with its help.
Quick Tip: The admin password and the WiFi password of the router are two different entities. Therefore, consider giving them different values. The first password allows access to the router’s dashboard whereas the second one grants access to the WiFi network.
In this manner, you can create a connection between your Orbi router and the EarthLink router. You are suggested to ensure that you are using an updated version of the Orbi mobile app on your iPhone. You can always use the above-given instructions to set up the Orbi router via the orbilogin.net URL. But, you need to connect your PC to the Orbi router for that.
It is now time to wrap up the guide explaining how to connect Orbi router to EarthLink router using iPhone. We are hopeful that you have connected your devices after setting up the EarthLink router in bridge mode. In case, it does not support the Bridge mode settings, you should set up the Orbi router in the Access Point mode. You will get the option to do the same in the Orbi mobile app only.
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