Netgear Orbi AX6000 Setup
Are you looking for a reliable source of information regarding the Netgear Orbi AX6000 setup process? If yes, then this page is the one-stop solution for you. Here, you will learn the installation process of your mesh WiFi system through the Orbi app.
How to Use Set Up Orbi AX6000 Through App?
To install the Orbi mesh WiFi system with the aid of the Orbi application, it is suggested that you download the latest version of the ORBI APP on your mobile phone. Therefore, visit the respective APPLICATION STORE (Google Play Store or App Store) of your mobile phone and download the Orbi app. The app must be downloaded from the trusted source only i.e. it must be brought to you by NETGEAR.
The steps for installing the Netgear Orbi AX6000 through the app as mentioned below. You must know that this mesh system consists of a WiFi router and satellites (1 or 1+). You can employ as many satellites depending on the size and shape of your house.
- Switch on your Orbi router after ensuring that it is connected to the modem.
- Switch on your satellites.
- Connect the mobile to the WiFi network of your AX6000 router.
- The WiFi network name is mentioned on the router’s label along with the network key.
- After that, load the ORBI APP.
- You might be asked to create a NETGEAR ACCOUNT.
- Follow the on-screen instructions appearing on your mobile screen.
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How to Access Orbi AX6000 Manually?
Sometimes, the app may crash while setting up the Orbi mesh system. In that case, the user finds himself in a great trouble. But, there’s another way of accessing and setting up the Orbi system. You need to walk through the following steps if you want to complete the Orbi AX6000 setup using the manual approach instead of the mobile application. FYI, you need to use the orbilogin.net web address for the same. Follow these steps for Orbi setup manually:
- Switch on the Orbi units in the same sequence as given in the setup via app.
- Once done, connect your computer to the AX6000 router using a LAN cable.
- You can also take the help of the WiFi connection for the same.
- Thereafter, fire up an updated web browser and type orbilogin.net into the URL field.
- Done? Can you see the Orbi login page? If yes, key in the default AX6000 password.
- You will soon get welcomed by the BASIC HOME screen or STATUS page.
- The instructions to sync your Orbi units might show up.
- Go through them carefully and implement them.
- Your Orbi will soon get connected to the internet!
Quick Tip: The default IP address of your Orbi AX6000 WiFi router is 192.168.1.1. You can use it if you cannot access orbilogin.net. The default username is admin and the default password has the value – password. These values can also be found in the Orbi product manual.
Orbi AX6000 WiFi Router – LED Description
The Orbi router has a Power LED and a Bar LED. The Power LED is located adjacent to the power connecting jack (rear panel). On the other hand, you can easily locate the Router Bar LED on the front. Here is a table disclosing the status of the Orbi router as per the color flashed by its LED:
| S. No | LED | Color | Description | Workaround |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power LED | Solid green | Orbi AX6000 is on | Nothing Needed |
| Solid amber | Router is powering up | Wait for some time | ||
| Blinking amber | Router is resetting | Let the router reset | ||
| Blinking red | Firmware corrupted | Reset the router and set it up again | ||
| Off | Power off | Switch on the router to use internet | ||
| 2 | Router Bar LED | Pulsing white | Syncing in progress | Let your Orbi AX6000 and satellite sync |
| Off | Booting done and router is working normally | No workaround required | ||
| Solid white | Router is resetting | Wait | ||
| Solid magenta | No internet | Connect router to the modem |
How to Update Orbi AX6000 Router Firmware?
Updating the firmware of the Orbi WiFi router helps you keep the home network perfect. In other words, you will not experience delays in the execution of instructions and will also get optimal networking speeds on your client devices.
You can CHECK and UPDATE the FIRMWARE of your AX6000 WiFi router or UPLOAD THE FIRMWARE FILE MANUALLY. To ensure that your router stays updated always, ENABLE AUTOMATIC FIRMWARE UPDATE.
- On a computer connected to your Netgear ORBI AX6000, open an internet browser.
- From Netgear Support, download the latest firmware file for your Orbi model.
- On a new tab, visit orbilogin.net, and log in to the router using valid details.
- From the BASIC Home screen, locate the MANUAL UPDATE option under ADVANCED > ADMINISTRATION > FIRMWARE UPDATE.
- Select the check box next to your router’s name and UPLOAD THE FIRMWARE FILE.
- Click UPDATE.
- Your router will get updated manually.
A Word of Caution: After you select UPDATE, do not try to open a new page by clicking a link. The process may get interrupted.
After the firmware update is completed, you are suggested to navigate to the ROUTER INFORMATION pane and ensure that the firmware is updated. Also, DO NOT try to update the firmware of your router and satellite at the same time. Besides, avoid updating two satellites at the same time.
How to Reset the Orbi AX6000 Mesh System?
Is your AX6000 router bugging you? Can’t you complete the router login process? Is your Netgear Orbi satellite flashing purple? No worries! Resetting the mesh system can work in your favor. Jotted down below are the steps that you can use to reset every Orbi unit.
- Ensure that the Orbi unit is powered up properly and is not sharing a connection with any device.
- After that, pick up an oil pin or a similar sharp object.
- Check the rear panel of the Orbi unit and locate the Reset hole.
- Using the chosen object, press the button present inside the hole.
- Hold for 20-30 seconds.
- Your Orbi unit will reset.
This is how you can reset the Orbi AX6000 unit. After that, you can again perform Netgear Orbi setup using the mobile app or the orbi AX6000 login URL. Know that the mesh system has returned to the default settings. Therefore, use default values for the setup process.
