“I own an Orbi RBR850 mesh system which I want to reset to the factory settings. The router is reset with the help of the Reset button. However, Orbi RBS850 satellites can’t be reset. What can be done in such a scenario?” – a frustrated Orbi user.
Have you been through a similar situation? Are you also unable to reset the Orbi satellite? Let us help you get rid of the hindrance and get the factory settings running on the satellite. Take a thorough run through this post and learn the ultimate fix.
It so happened that while the Orbi user reset the router, it was done perfectly without causing any error. He tried to reset the satellites and it looked as though the task is accomplished. However, the satellites showed up in the interface with the same customized names. That means they couldn’t be reset using the Reset button.
Give a shot at the remedies that we’ve presented ahead to complete the reset:
Orbi satellites can be reset via the Reset button located on them. But you must follow the correct procedure. Here is how you can get the task completed:
Your satellite is now reset and is running on the default settings. Make sure to follow the exact steps. Are you still failing to reset satellites? Try what’s given ahead.
Try moving the Orbi satellite to another spot in the home. Shift it away from the router while you are trying to reset it. The satellite might automatically get connected to the router thereby hampering the reset process. So, moving it away will be helpful. Plug it in another room far from the router and use the steps given above to reset it.
Use the web interface to reset your Netgear Orbi satellite if the physical button does not help you. Connect your computer to Orbi’s network first and then do the login. As you’ve reset your router, you must use the default values to connect to the network and log in to the router. You can log in to the Orbi using orbilogin.com on a browser. Upon logging in, go to Settings. Click on the Advanced tab and select Factory Reset or Erase option. This will reset the Orbi satellite to the default values. Use the same process with the second satellite as well.
Once the Orbi router and the satellites are reset, you should set them up once again.
After you’ve reset the Orbi system, you need to set it up again. Once the setup is completed, place the Orbi devices in different parts of the home where you wish to connect to the internet. Now that you’ve given a fresh beginning to your Orbi system, you can enjoy seamless internet access throughout the home. With the hope that we’ve helped you reset your Netgear Orbi RBS850 satellites, we put a full stop to this helpful post.
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