How to Set Up Orbi 750 Router and Satellite?

An Orbi 750 mesh system comes with an RBR750 router and RBS750 satellites. Installing the entire mesh system is quite easy with the help of the Orbi mobile app. In this blog, we will share complete instructions for Netgear Orbi setup via the app. Additionally, you will also get to know instructions to add an Orbi 750 add-on satellite to the mesh network.

How to Set Up Orbi 750 Mesh System?

To set up the Orbi mesh system, you need to first install the Orbi app. You can do that via orbi-app.com or the respective app store of your mobile device. Thereafter, follow the steps given below:

• Connect the LAN port of the modem and the Internet port of your Orbi 750 router (RBR750).
• The Internet port is generally yellow in color.
• Ensure that the satellites are placed in the same room as your modem and Orbi RBR750.
• Switch on your devices now.
• Connect your mobile phone to the Orbi WiFi network.
• The SSID and password of the Orbi 750 router are given on its label.
• Launch the Orbi app and create MyNetgear account.
• Use your email ID and password for that.
• You will now get logged in to your Orbi router.
• Create WiFi network for 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz bands and set WiFi passwords.
• Reconnect your mobile phone to the Orbi router network using new WiFi details.
• Tap the Continue option and set up admin password for your Orbi router.
• You will also be prompted to answer security questions.
• Answer them properly. They will help you out if you ever forget the admin password.
• With the help of the on-screen instructions, you have to place your satellites on their permanent locations.

How to Add an Orbi 750 Add-On Satellite?

You might need an Orbi 750 satellite if the existing satellites are not able to provide you enough WiFi signals. The steps to add the add-on satellite to the Orbi mesh system are given below:

• Launch the Orbi app on a mobile phone connected to the Orbi 750 router.
• If prompted, enter the Netgear account details.
• You should now tap theHome icon.
• Select the Add Satellite option.
• Go through the on-screen prompts to install the Orbi 750 satellite (RBS750).

In this manner, you can add an Orbi satellite to the mesh system. Know that you can always manage the home network using the Netgear Orbi login URL if the app is not working for you.

What to Do If Orbi 750 Can’t Connect to Internet?

The entire process of completing Orbi RBR750 and Orbi RBS750 seems useless when the mesh system fails to connect to the internet. You should follow the tips given below in case your Orbi 750 can’t connect to internet:

• Connect your Orbi router and the main modem using a non-damaged Ethernet cable only.
• Your Orbi 750 satellites must be present in the WiFi range of the Orbi router.
• Restart the Orbi mesh system to fix network errors.
• Ensure that your Orbi RBR750 or Orbi RBS750 satellites are not placed near heavy electrical appliances.
• Check with your ISP to confirm whether internet is working fine from his end or not.
• The connection between your Orbi 750 router and modem should be strong (finger-tight).

In Conclusion

The process of setting up an Orbi 750 router and Orbi RBS750 satellites is very easy. You just need the Orbi app and a working internet connection. After creating the Netgear account, the app itself will guide you with the installation process. However, you might need to perform a factory reset of the mesh router and satellites if Orbi 750 can’t connect to the internet after taking care of every factor.