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User Manual

Orbi Whole Home AC1200 Mesh WiFi System

Models:

Orbi Router Model RBR10 Orbi Satellite Model RBS10

NETGEAR, Inc.

350 E. Plumeria DriveMay 2020 San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12011-02

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Support and Community

Visit netgear.com/support to get your questions answered and access the latest downloads.

You can also check out our NETGEAR Community for helpful advice at community.netgear.com.

Regulatory and Legal

Si ce produit est vendu au Canada, vous pouvez accéder à ce document en français canadien à https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.

(If this product is sold in Canada, you can access this document in Canadian French at https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.)

For regulatory compliance information including the EU Declaration of Conformity, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/.

See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply.

For NETGEAR’s Privacy Policy, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/privacy-policy.

By using this device, you are agreeing to NETGEAR’s Terms and Conditions at https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within your return period.

Trademarks

©NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are used for reference purposes only.

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Chapter 1 Overview

Orbi router model RBR10 overview...................................................9

Orbi router hardware features........................................................9

Orbi router LED behavior.............................................................10

Orbi satellite model RBS10 overview...............................................10

Orbi satellite hardware features...................................................10

Orbi satellite LED behavior...........................................................11

Connect your router...........................................................................11

Place your Orbi satellite.....................................................................12

Sync your Orbi satellite with your Orbi router................................12

Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the network.....................................................................15

Wired connection..........................................................................15

WiFi connection.............................................................................15

WiFi connection using WPS..........................................................15

Types of logins....................................................................................16

Router and satellite labels.................................................................16

Set up and manage with the NETGEAR Orbi app..........................17

Use a web browser to access the router..........................................17

Use the automatic Internet setup option....................................18

Change the language........................................................................20

Chapter 3 Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Setup Wizard.........................................................................22

Manually set up the Internet connection.........................................22

Specify an Internet connection without a login..........................22

Specify an Internet connection that uses a login.......................24

Requirements for entering IPv6 addresses.....................................25

Specify IPv6 Internet connections................................................26

Use auto detection for an IPv6 Internet connection..................27

Use auto configuration for an IPv6 Internet connection...........28

Set up an IPv6 6rd tunnel Internet connection...........................29

Set up an IPv6 6to4 tunnel Internet connection.........................31

Set up an IPv6 pass-through Internet connection......................33

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Set up an IPv6 fixed Internet connection....................................34

Set up an IPv6 DHCP Internet connection..................................35

Set up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet connection..................................37

Change the MTU size.........................................................................38

Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet

Enable Circle smart parental controls..............................................42

Enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi router web

interface..........................................................................................42

Enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi app.......43

Activate and manage NETGEAR Armor using the Orbi app........44

Allow or block access to your network............................................44

Use keywords to block Internet sites...............................................45

Delete keywords that are used to block Internet sites...................47

Avoid blocking on a trusted computer............................................47

Block services from the Internet.......................................................48

Manage network access control lists...............................................49

Schedule when to block Internet sites and services......................50

Set up security event email notifications.........................................51

Chapter 5 Optimize Performance

Enable or disable WiFi Multimedia Quality of Service...................54

Improve network connections with Universal Plug and Play........55

Enable or disable daisy-chain topology..........................................56

Enable or disable implicit beamforming.........................................57

Enable or disable MU-MIMO............................................................57

Enable or disable fast roaming.........................................................58

Chapter 6 Specify Network Settings

View or change WAN settings..........................................................61

Manage Dynamic DNS.......................................................................62

Set up a new Dynamic DNS account...........................................62

Specify a DNS account that you already created.......................63

Change the Dynamic DNS settings.............................................64

Set up a default DMZ server..............................................................65

Change the router’s device name....................................................66

Change the LAN TCP/IP settings......................................................66

Use the router as a DHCP server......................................................68

Disable the DHCP server feature in the router...............................69

Manage reserved LAN IP addresses................................................70

Reserve an IP address....................................................................70

Edit a reserved IP address............................................................71

Delete a reserved IP address entry..............................................71

Manage custom static routes............................................................72

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Set up a static route.......................................................................72

Edit a static route...........................................................................73

Delete a static route.......................................................................74

Specify basic WiFi settings................................................................75

Change the WiFi password or security level...................................76

Set up a guest WiFi network.............................................................77

View or change advanced WiFi settings..........................................78

Use the router as a WiFi access point..............................................79

Set up router mode............................................................................80

Generate a new backhaul password................................................81

Set up a bridge for a port group or VLAN tag group....................81

Set up a bridge for a port group..................................................82

Set up a bridge for a VLAN tag group........................................83

Enable British Telecom IGMP proxy support..................................84

Chapter 7 Manage Your Network

Update the router and satellite firmware........................................87

Check for firmware updates.........................................................87

Manually update firmware............................................................88

Manually update satellite firmware..............................................88

Manually update router firmware................................................89

Change the admin password............................................................90

Enable admin password reset...........................................................90

Reset the admin password................................................................91

View router status and usage information.......................................92

Display Internet port statistics...........................................................92

Check the Internet connection status..............................................93

View satellite status............................................................................94

View and manage logs of router activity.........................................95

View devices connected to the network or edit device

information..........................................................................................96

View devices connected to the network.....................................96

Edit device information on the Attached Devices page...........97

View satellites connected to the network or edit satellite

information..........................................................................................97

View satellites connected to the network...................................97

Edit satellite information that displays on the Attached Devices

page.................................................................................................98

Monitor Internet traffic.......................................................................99

Manage the router configuration file.............................................100

Back up settings...........................................................................101

Erase the current configuration settings...................................101

Restore configuration settings...................................................102

Set up remote management...........................................................102

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Use remote access...........................................................................104

Remotely access your router using the Orbi app.........................104

Chapter 8 Customize Internet Traffic Rules for Ports

Manage port forwarding to a local server.....................................106

Set up port forwarding to a local server...................................106

Add a custom port forwarding service.....................................107

Edit a port forwarding service....................................................108

Delete a port forwarding entry..................................................109

Application example: Make a local web server public...........109

How the router implements the port forwarding rule.............110

Manage port triggering...................................................................110

Add a port triggering service.....................................................111

Disable port triggering or change the time-out period.........112

Application example: Port triggering for Internet Relay Chat.112

Chapter 9 Use VPN to Access Your Network

Set up a VPN connection.................................................................115

Specify VPN service in the router...................................................115

Install OpenVPN software...............................................................116

Install OpenVPN software on your Windows-based computer.116

Install OpenVPN software on your Mac computer..................119

Install OpenVPN software on an iOS device............................120

Install OpenVPN software on an Android device....................120

Use a VPN tunnel on your Windows-based computer................121

Use VPN to access your Internet service at home........................123

Set up VPN client Internet access in the router........................123

Block VPN client Internet access in the router..............................124

Use a VPN tunnel to access your Internet service at home.........124

Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

Quick tips...........................................................................................127

Sequence to restart your network.............................................127

WiFi settings.................................................................................127

Network settings..........................................................................127

The router and satellite do not sync..............................................127

Cannot log into the router...............................................................128

Cannot access the Internet..............................................................129

Troubleshoot Internet browsing.....................................................130

Troubleshoot PPPoE........................................................................130

Troubleshoot WiFi connectivity......................................................131

Troubleshoot your network using the Ping utility........................132

Test the LAN path to your router...............................................132

Test the path from your computer to a remote device...........133

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Chapter 11 Supplemental Information

Factory Settings................................................................................136

Factory Settings for Orbi Router Model RBR10.......................136

Factory Settings for Orbi Satellite Model RBS10.....................137

Technical Specifications..................................................................139

Technical Specifications for Orbi Router Model RBR10.........139

Technical Specifications for Orbi Satellite Model RBS10.......141

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Overview

The Orbi™ Mesh WiFi System creates dedicated high-speed WiFi connections to your Internet service. The Orbi router (model RBR10) connects to your modem or gateway. The Orbi satellite (model RBS10) extends the WiFi signal throughout your home.

This manual describes how to manage your Orbi Mesh WiFi System from your Orbi router web interface. You can manage your Orbi satellite from the Orbi router web interface.

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Orbi router model RBR10 overview

• Orbi satellite model RBS10 overview

• Connect your router

• Place your Orbi satellite

• Sync your Orbi satellite with your Orbi router

For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at https://www.netgear.com/support/.

Note: This manual refers to the Orbi router (model RBR10) as the router and refers to the Orbi satellite (model RBS10) as the satellite.

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Orbi router model RBR10 overview

The following sections are an overview of the Orbi router hardware features and LED behavior.

Orbi router hardware features

The following figures shows the Orbi router hardware features.

Figure 1. Orbi router front and back views

1. Router LED

2. Ethernet port

3. Internet port

4. Power connector

5. Reset button

6. Sync button

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Orbi router LED behavior

The following table describes the LED behavior for an Orbi router LED that is on the front of the router.

Table 1. Orbi router LED behavior

DescriptionLED color

Pulsing white

Solid blue

The power adapter was connected to the router and the router is booting, the router is attempting to sync with the satellite, or the Reset button was pressed and the router is resetting to its factory default settings.

The router finished booting, is connected to the Internet, and is working normally. This color stays on all the time if the router is working normally.

The router is unable to connect to the Internet.Solid amber

The router's firmware is corrupted.Pulsing red

Orbi satellite model RBS10 overview

The following sections are an overview of the Orbi satellite hardware features and LED behavior.

Orbi satellite hardware features

The following figures shows the Orbi satellite hardware features.

Figure 2. Orbi satellite front and back views

1. Satellite LED

2. Power connector

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3. Reset button

4. Sync button

Orbi satellite LED behavior

The following table describes the LED behavior for an Orbi satellite LED that is on the front of the satellite.

Table 2. Orbi satellite LED behavior

DescriptionLED color

Pulsing white

Solid blue

Solid amber

The power adapter was connected to the satellite and the satellite is booting, the satellite is attempting to sync with the router, or the Reset button was pressed and the satellite is resetting to its factory default settings.

The satellite finished booting, is synced with the router, and is working normally. This color stays on all the time if the satellite is working normally.

The connection between the satellite and router is poor, or the satellite failed to sync with the router. Move your satellite closer to the router (or closer to your other satellite if you own more than one satellite)

The satellite's firmware is corrupted.Pulsing red

Connect your router

Power on your router and connect it to a modem.

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To cable your router:

Unplug your modem’s power, leaving the modem connected to the wall jack for your Internet service.

If your modem uses a battery backup, remove the battery.

2. Plug in and turn on your modem. If your modem uses a battery backup, put the battery back in.

Connect your modem to the Internet port of your router with the Ethernet cable that came with your router.

4. Connect the power adapter to your router and plug the power adapter into an outlet.

If the Router LED does not light, make sure that the power adapter is properly connected to your router and power outlet.

Place your Orbi satellite

Your Orbi satellite must be within range of your Orbi router’s WiFi signal in order for it to sync with your router. Use your satellite's LED to help you determine where to place your satellite.

If you own more than one Orbi satellite, your Orbi satellites can sync with each other or with your Orbi router. Place your Orbi satellites so that they are within range of each other or the Orbi router. However, at least one Orbi satellite must be within range of your Orbi router.

Sync your Orbi satellite with your Orbi router

The Orbi satellite that comes with your Orbi router is preset to automatically find and sync to your Orbi router's WiFi signal.

To sync your satellite:

1. Place your satellite. For more information, see Place your Orbi satellite on page 12.

2. Connect the satellite to a power source. The satellite LED pulses white. The satellite automatically finds the Orbi router’s WiFi

signal and attempts to sync to the Orbi router.

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The satellite LED lights one of the following colors:

Blue. The Orbi router and satellite successfully synced, and the connection

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between the router and satellite is good.

Amber. The Orbi router and satellite failed to sync, or the connection with the

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router is poor. Move the Orbi satellite closer to the Orbi router and try again.

If the satellite LED is amber, do the following: a. Unplug your Orbi satellite, move the satellite closer to the router, and plug it

back in.

Press the Sync button on the back of the router.

Within two minutes, press the Sync button on the back of the satellite. The satellite attempts to sync to the Orbi router. The satellite LED lights blue or

amber as described in Step 2 of this procedure.

If you own more than one satellite, repeat these steps to sync your other satellite.

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Connect to the Network and Access the Router

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Connect to the network

• Types of logins

• Router and satellite labels

• Set up and manage with the NETGEAR Orbi app

• Use a web browser to access the router

• Change the language

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Connect to the network

You can connect to the Orbi network through a wired or WiFi connection. If you set up your computer to use a static IP address, change the settings so that it uses Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).

Wired connection

You can connect your computer to the router using an Ethernet cable and join the router’s local area network (LAN).

To connect your computer to the router with an Ethernet cable:

1. Make sure that the router is receiving power (its router LED is lit).

2. Connect an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet port on your computer.

Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the router’s Ethernet port. Your computer connects to the local area network (LAN). A message might display

on your computer screen to notify you that an Ethernet cable is connected.

WiFi connection

To find and select the WiFi network:

1. Make sure that the router or satellite is receiving power (its router or satellite LED is lit).

On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, find and select the WiFi network. The WiFi network name is on the router label. The WiFi network name is the same

for the router and the satellite in the Orbi WiFi System.

Note: If you bought the router and the satellite separately, their default WiFi network names are different.

3. Join the WiFi network and enter the WiFi password. The password is on the router label.

Your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device connects to the WiFi network.

WiFi connection using WPS

If your device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can connect your device to the Orbi WiFi network using WPS.

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To use WPS to connect to the WiFi network:

1. Make sure that the router is receiving power (its router LED is lit).

Check the WPS instructions for your computer or WiFi device.

3. Press the Sync button on the router.

Within two minutes, on your WPS-enabled device, press its WPS button or follow its instructions for WPS connections.

Your computer or mobile device connects to the WiFi network.

Types of logins

Separate types of logins serve different purposes. It is important that you understand the difference so that you know which login to use when.

Types of logins:

Internet service login. The login that your Internet service provider (ISP) gave you

• logs you in to your Internet service. Your service provider gave you this login

information in a letter or some other way. If you cannot find this login information, contact your service provider.

WiFi network key or password. Your router and satellite are preset with the same

• WiFi network name (SSID) and password for WiFi access. This information is on the

router label and the satellite label.

Router login. This logs you in to the router interface from a web browser as admin.

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Router and satellite labels

The Orbi router and satellite label shows the router’s or satellite's MAC address and serial number. The label also includes a QR code you can scan during the setup to connect to the Orbi setup network. The following is an example of what the router or satellite label might look like:

Access the Router

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Set up and manage with the NETGEAR Orbi app

You can use the NETGEAR Orbi app to set up and access your Orbi network.

To find the app, scan a QR code or search for NETGEAR Orbi in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

For more information about the Orbi app, visit https://www.netgear.com/home/apps-services/orbi-app.

Note: If you do not want to use the NETGEAR Orbi app, you can use the Orbi router web interface to set up your Orbi devices. For more information about how to access your Orbi router web interface, see Use a web browser to access the router on page

17.

To set up your Orbi WiFi system with the Orbi app:

1. Download the NETGEAR Orbi app on your mobile device.

2. On your mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager.

3. Locate and connect your mobile device to the Orbi setup WiFi network called Orbi_setup.

Launch the Orbi app and follow the setup instructions.

Use a web browser to access the router

When you connect to the network (either with WiFi or with an Ethernet cable), you can use a web browser to access the router to view or change its settings. The first time you access the router, the NETGEAR installation assistant automatically checks to see if your router can connect to your Internet service.

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Use the automatic Internet setup option

You can set up your Orbi router automatically with the router web interface. Before you start the setup process, get your ISP information and make sure that the computers and devices in the network use the settings described here.

When your Internet service starts, your Internet service provider (ISP) typically gives you all the information needed to connect to the Internet. For DSL service, you might need the following information to set up your router:

The ISP configuration information for your DSL account

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ISP login name and password

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Fixed or static IP address settings (special deployment by ISP; this setting is rare)

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If you cannot locate this information, ask your ISP to provide it. When your Internet connection is working, you no longer need to launch the ISP login program on your computer to access the Internet. When you start an Internet application, your router automatically logs you in.

Installation and basic setup takes about 15 minutes to complete.

To automatically set up your Orbi router:

1. Make sure that your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device is connected to the router with a wired or WiFi connection.

Wired. Connect an Ethernet cable to the router's Ethernet port and to an Ethernet

•

port on your computer.

WiFi. Connect your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device to the Orbi setup

•

network called Orbi_setup.

Note: If you want to change the router’s WiFi settings, use a wired connection to avoid being disconnected when the new WiFi settings take effect.

2. Launch a web browser. The page that displays depends on whether you accessed the router before:

The first time that you set up the Internet connection for your router, the browser

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goes to orbilogin.com, and the Orbi login page displays.

If the router web interface does not display, enter orbilogin.com in the address

•

field for your browser to start the installation process.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions. The router connects to the Internet.

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If the browser does not display the web page, do the following:

Make sure that the computer is connected to LAN Ethernet port on the router or

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over WiFi to the router.

Make sure that the router is receiving power, and that its router LED is lit.

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Close and reopen the browser or clear the browser cache.

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Browse to orbilogin.com.

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If the computer is set to a static or fixed IP address (this setting is uncommon),

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change it to obtain an IP address automatically from the router.

If the router does not connect to the Internet, do the following: a. Review your settings.

b. Make sure that you selected the correct options and typed everything correctly.

Contact your ISP to verify that you are using the correct configuration information.

d. Read Troubleshooting on page 126.

If problems persist, register your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR technical support.

Log in to the Orbi router web interface

When you log in to the Orbi, the browser displays the router web interface. You can use the router web interface to change the router or satellite settings.

To log in to your Orbi:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

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Change the language

By default, the language is set as Auto.

To change the language:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

In the upper right corner, select a language from the menu.

When prompted, click the OK button to confirm this change. The page refreshes with the language that you selected.

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Specify Your Internet Settings

Usually, the quickest way to set up the router to use your Internet connection is to allow Orbi to detect the Internet connection when you first access the router with a web browser. You can also customize or specify your Internet settings.

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Use the Setup Wizard

• Manually set up the Internet connection

• Requirements for entering IPv6 addresses

• Change the MTU size

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Use the Setup Wizard

You can use the Setup Wizard to detect your Internet settings and automatically set up your router.

To use the Setup Wizard:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup Wizard. The Setup Wizard page displays.

5. Select the Yes radio button. If you select No, you are taken to the Internet Setup page (see Manually set up the

Internet connection on page 22).

6. Click the Next button. The Setup Wizard searches your Internet connection for servers and protocols to

determine your ISP configuration and checks your operation mode.

Manually set up the Internet connection

You can view or change the router’s Internet connection settings.

Specify an Internet connection without a login

To specify the Internet connection settings:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

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3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Internet. The Internet Setup page.

5. Leave the Does your Internet connection require a login No radio button selected.

If your Internet connection requires an account name or host name, type it in the Account Name (If Required) field.

If your Internet connection requires a domain name, type it in the Domain Name (If Required) field.

For the other sections in this page, the default settings usually work, but you can change them.

8. Select an Internet IP Address radio button:

Get Dynamically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your IP address. Your

•

ISP automatically assigns these addresses.

Use Static IP Address. Enter the IP address, IP subnet mask, and the gateway IP

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address that your ISP assigned. The gateway is the ISP router to which your router connects.

9. Select a Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button:

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers.

•

Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select

•

this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

10. Select a Router MAC Address radio button:

Use Default Address. Use the default MAC address.

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Use Computer MAC Address. The router captures and uses the MAC address

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of the computer that you are now using. You must use the one computer that the ISP allows.

Use This MAC Address. Enter the MAC address that you want to use.

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11. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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12. Click the Test button to test your Internet connection.

Specify an Internet connection that uses a login

To view or change the basic Internet setup:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Internet. The Internet Setup page displays.

5. Select the Does your Internet connection require a login Yes radio button. The page adjusts.

6. From the Internet Service Provider menu, select the encapsulation method: The selections are PPPoE, PPTP, or L2TP.

In the Login field, enter the login name your ISP gave you. This login name is often an email address.

In the Password field, type the password that you use to log in to your Internet service.

If your ISP requires a service name, type it in the Service Name (if Required) field.

10. From the Connection Mode menu, select Always On, Dial on Demand, or Manually Connect.

11.

To change the number of minutes until the Internet login time out, in the Idle Timeout (In minutes) field, type the number of minutes.

This is how long the router keeps the Internet connection active when no one on the network is using the Internet connection. A value of 0 (zero) means never log out.

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12. Select an Internet IP Address radio button:

Get Dynamically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your IP address. Your

•

ISP automatically assigns these addresses.

Use Static IP Address. Enter the IP address, IP subnet mask, and gateway IP

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address that your ISP assigned. The gateway is the ISP router to which your router connects.

13. Select a Domain Name Server (DNS) radio button:

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers.

•

Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select

•

this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

14. Select a Router MAC Address radio button:

Use Default Address. Use the default MAC address.

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Use Computer MAC Address. The router captures and uses the MAC address

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of the computer that you are now using. You must use the one computer that the ISP allows.

Use This MAC Address. Enter the MAC address that you want to use.

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15. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

16. Click the Test button to test your Internet connection.

Requirements for entering IPv6 addresses

IPv6 addresses are denoted by eight groups of hexadecimal quartets that are separated by colons. You can reduce any four-digit group of zeros within an IPv6 address to a single zero or omit it. The following errors invalidate an IPv6 address:

More than eight groups of hexadecimal quartets

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More than four hexadecimal characters in a quartet

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More than two colons in a row

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Specify IPv6 Internet connections

You can set up an IPv6 Internet connection if the router does not detect it automatically.

To set up an IPv6 Internet connection:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select the IPv6 connection type:

If you are not sure, select Auto Detect so that the router detects the IPv6 type

•

that is in use.

If your Internet connection does not use PPPoE, DHCP, or fixed, but is IPv6, select

•

Auto Config. Your Internet service provider (ISP) can provide this information. For more information about IPv6 Internet connection, see the following sections:

Use auto detection for an IPv6 Internet connection on page 27

•

Use auto configuration for an IPv6 Internet connection on page 28

•

Set up an IPv6 6rd tunnel Internet connection on page 29

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Set up an IPv6 6to4 tunnel Internet connection on page 31

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Set up an IPv6 pass-through Internet connection on page 33

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Set up an IPv6 fixed Internet connection on page 34

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Set up an IPv6 DHCP Internet connection on page 35

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Set up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet connection on page 37

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6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Use auto detection for an IPv6 Internet connection

To set up an IPv6 Internet connection through auto detection:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select Auto Detect. The page adjusts.

The router automatically detects the information in the following fields:

Connection Type. This field indicates the connection type that is detected.

•

Router’s IPv6 Address on WAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

for the router’s WAN (or Internet) interface. The number after the slash (/) is the length of the prefix, which is also indicated by the underline (_) under the IPv6 address. If no address is acquired, the field displays Not Available.

Router’s IPv6 Address on LAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

for the router’s LAN interface. The number after the slash (/) is the length of the prefix, which is also indicated by the underline (_) under the IPv6 address. If no address is acquired, the field displays Not Available.

6. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:

Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but

•

some IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.

Auto Config. This is the default setting.

•

This setting specifies how the router assigns IPv6 addresses to the devices on your home network (the LAN).

(Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID to be used for the IPv6 address of the router’s LAN interface.

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If you do not specify an ID here, the router generates one automatically from its MAC address.

8. Select an IPv6 Filtering radio button:

Secured. In secured mode, which is the default mode, the router inspects both

•

TCP and UDP packets.

Open. In open mode, the router inspects UDP packets only.

•

9. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Use auto configuration for an IPv6 Internet connection

To set up an IPv6 Internet connection through auto configuration:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

From the Internet Connection Type menu, select Auto Config. The page adjusts.

The router automatically detects the information in the following fields:

Router’s IPv6 Address on WAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

Router’s IPv6 Address on LAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

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(Optional) In the DHCP User Class (If Required) field, enter a host name. Most people can leave this field blank, but if your ISP gave you a specific host name,

enter it here.

(Optional) In the DHCP Domain Name (If Required) field, enter a domain name. You can type the domain name of your IPv6 ISP. Do not enter the domain name for

the IPv4 ISP here. For example, if your ISP’s mail server is mail.xxx.yyy.zzz, type xxx.yyy.zzz as the domain name. If your ISP provided a domain name, type it in this field. For example, Earthlink Cable might require a host name of home, and Comcast sometimes supplies a domain name.

8. Select an IPv6 Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button:

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers.

•

Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select

•

this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

9. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:

Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but

•

some IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.

Auto Config. This is the default setting.

•

10.

(Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID that you want to be used for the IPv6 address of the router’s LAN interface.

If you do not specify an ID here, the router generates one automatically from its MAC address.

11. Select an IPv6 Filtering radio button:

Secured. In secured mode, which is the default mode, the router inspects both

•

TCP and UDP packets.

Open. In open mode, the router inspects UDP packets only.

•

12. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Set up an IPv6 6rd tunnel Internet connection

The 6rd protocol makes it possible to deploy IPv6 to sites using a service provider’s IPv4 network. 6rd uses the service provider’s own IPv6 address prefix. This limits the

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operational domain of 6rd to the service provider’s network and is under direct control of the service provider. The IPv6 service provided is equivalent to native IPv6. The 6rd mechanism relies on an algorithmic mapping between the IPv6 and IPv4 addresses that are assigned for use within the service provider’s network. This mapping allows for automatic determination of IPv4 tunnel endpoints from IPv6 prefixes, allowing stateless operation of 6rd.

With a 6rd Tunnel configuration, the router follows the RFC5969 standard, supporting two ways to establish a 6rd tunnel IPv6 WAN connection:

Auto Detect Mode. In IPv6 Auto Detect mode, when the router receives option 212

• from the DHCPv4 option, auto detect selects the IPv6 as 6rd Tunnel setting. The

router uses the 6rd option information to establish the 6rd connection.

Manual Mode. Select 6rd. If the router receives option 212, the fields are

• automatically completed. Otherwise, you must enter the 6rd settings.

To set up an IPv6 6rd Tunnel Internet connection:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. In the Internet Connection Type menu, select 6rd. The page adjusts.

The router automatically detects the information in the following sections:

6rd (IPv6 Rapid Development) Configuration. The router detects the service

•

provider’s IPv4 network and attempts to establish an IPv6 6rd Tunnel connection. If the IPv4 network returns 6rd parameters to the router, the page adjusts to display the correct settings in this section.

Router’s IPv6 Address on LAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

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6. Select an IPv6 Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button:

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers.

•

Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select

•

this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

7. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:

Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but

•

some IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.

Auto Config. This is the default setting.

•

This setting specifies how the router assigns IPv6 addresses to the devices on your home network.

(Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID that you want to be used for the IPv6 address of the router’s LAN interface.

If you do not specify an ID here, the router generates one automatically from its MAC address.

9. Select an IPv6 Filtering radio button:

Secured. In secured mode, which is the default mode, the router inspects both

•

TCP and UDP packets.

Open. In open mode, the router inspects UDP packets only.

•

10. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Set up an IPv6 6to4 tunnel Internet connection

The remote relay router is the router to which your router creates a 6to4 tunnel. Make sure that the IPv4 Internet connection is working before you apply the 6to4 tunnel settings for the IPv6 connection.

To set up an IPv6 Internet connection by using a 6to4 tunnel:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

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3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select 6to4 Tunnel. The page adjusts.

The router automatically detects the information in the Router’s IPv6 Address on LAN field. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired for the router’s LAN interface. The number after the slash (/) is the length of the prefix, which is also indicated by the underline (_) under the IPv6 address. If no address is acquired, the field displays Not Available.

6. Select a Remote 6to4 Relay Router radio button:

Auto. Your router uses any remote relay router that is available on the Internet.

•

This is the default setting.

Static IP Address. Enter the static IPv4 address of the remote relay router. Your

•

IPv6 ISP usually provides this address.

7. Select an IPv6 Domain Name Server (DNS Address) radio button:

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers.

•

Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select

•

this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

8. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:

Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but

•

some IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.

Auto Config. This is the default setting.

•

This setting specifies how the router assigns IPv6 addresses to the devices on your home network.

(Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID that you want to be used for the IPv6 address of the router’s LAN interface.

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If you do not specify an ID here, the router generates one automatically from its MAC address.

10. Select an IPv6 Filtering radio button:

Secured. In secured mode, which is the default mode, the router inspects both

•

TCP and UDP packets.

Open. In open mode, the router inspects UDP packets only.

•

11. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Set up an IPv6 pass-through Internet connection

In pass-through mode, the router works as a Layer 2 Ethernet switch with two ports (LAN and WAN Ethernet ports) for IPv6 packets. The router does not process any IPv6 header packets.

To set up a pass-through IPv6 Internet connection:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select Pass Through. The page adjusts, but no additional fields display.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Set up an IPv6 fixed Internet connection

To set up a fixed IPv6 Internet connection:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select Fixed. The page adjusts.

Configure the fixed IPv6 addresses for the WAN connection:

IPv6 Address/Prefix Length. The IPv6 address and prefix length of the router

•

WAN interface.

Default IPv6 Gateway. The IPv6 address of the default IPv6 gateway for the

•

router’s WAN interface.

Primary DNS Server. The primary DNS server that resolves IPv6 domain name

•

records for the router.

Secondary DNS Server. The secondary DNS server that resolves IPv6 domain

•

name records for the router.

Note: If you do not specify the DNS servers, the router uses the DNS servers that are configured for the IPv4 Internet connection on the Internet Setup page. (See Manually set up the Internet connection on page 22.)

7. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:

Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but

•

some IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.

Auto Config. This is the default setting.

•

This setting specifies how the router assigns IPv6 addresses to the devices on your home network.

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In the IPv6 Address/Prefix Length fields, specify the static IPv6 address and prefix length of the router’s LAN interface.

If you do not specify an ID here, the router generates one automatically from its MAC address.

9. Select an IPv6 Filtering radio button:

Secured. In secured mode, which is the default mode, the router inspects both

•

TCP and UDP packets.

Open. In open mode, the router inspects UDP packets only.

•

10. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Set up an IPv6 DHCP Internet connection

To set up an IPv6 Internet connection with a DHCP server:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select DHCP. The page adjusts.

The router automatically detects the information in the following fields:

Router’s IPv6 Address on WAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

Router’s IPv6 Address on LAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

for the router’s LAN interface. The number after the slash (/) is the length of the

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prefix, which is also indicated by the underline (_) under the IPv6 address. If no address is acquired, the field displays Not Available.

6. Select an IPv6 Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button:

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers.

•

Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select

•

this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

(Optional) In the User Class (If Required) field, enter a host name. Most people can leave this field blank, but if your ISP gave you a specific host name,

enter it here.

(Optional) In the Domain Name (If Required) field, enter a domain name. You can type the domain name of your IPv6 ISP. Do not enter the domain name for

9. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:

Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but

•

some IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.

Auto Config. This is the default setting.

•

This setting specifies how the router assigns IPv6 addresses to the devices on your home network (the LAN).

10.

(Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID that you want to be used for the IPv6 address of the router’s LAN interface.

If you do not specify an ID here, the router generates one automatically from its MAC address.

11. Select an IPv6 Filtering radio button:

Secured. In secured mode, which is the default mode, the router inspects both

•

TCP and UDP packets.

Open. In open mode, the router inspects UDP packets only.

•

12. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Set up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet connection

To set up a PPPoE IPv6 Internet connection:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The IPv6 page displays.

5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select PPPoE. The page adjusts.

The router automatically detects the information in the following fields:

Router’s IPv6 Address on WAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

Router’s IPv6 Address on LAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired

•

In the Login field, enter the login information for the ISP connection. This is usually the name that you use in your email address. For example, if your main

mail account is JerAB@ISP.com, you would type JerAB in this field. Some ISPs (like Earthlink and Deutsche Telekom) require that you use your full email address when you log in. If your ISP requires your full email address, type it in this field.

In the Password field, enter the password for the ISP connection.

In the Service Name field, enter a service name. If your ISP did not provide a service name, leave this field blank.

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Note: The default setting of the Connection Mode field is Always On to provide a

steady IPv6 connection. The router never terminates the connection. If the connection is terminated, for example, when the modem is turned off, the router attempts to reestablish the connection immediately after the PPPoE connection becomes available again.

9. Select an IPv6 Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button:

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers.

•

Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select

•

this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

10. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:

Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but

•

some IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.

Auto Config. This is the default setting.

•

This setting specifies how the router assigns IPv6 addresses to the devices on your home network (the LAN).

11.

(Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID that you want to be used for the IPv6 address of the router’s LAN interface.

If you do not specify an ID here, the router generates one automatically from its MAC address.

12. Select an IPv6 Filtering radio button:

Secured. In secured mode, which is the default mode, the router inspects both

•

TCP and UDP packets.

Open. In open mode, the router inspects UDP packets only.

•

13. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Change the MTU size

The maximum transmission unit (MTU) is the largest data packet a network device transmits. When one network device communicates across the Internet with another, the data packets travel through many devices along the way. If a device in the data path

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uses a lower MTU setting than the other devices, the data packets must be split or “fragmented” to accommodate the device with the smallest MTU.

The best MTU setting for NETGEAR equipment is often the default value. In some situations, changing the value fixes one problem but causes another. Leave the MTU unchanged unless one of these situations occurs:

You experience problems connecting to your ISP or other Internet service, and the

• technical support of either the ISP or NETGEAR recommends changing the MTU

setting. These web-based applications might require an MTU change:

A secure website that does not open, or displays only part of a web page

- Yahoo email

- MSN portal

You use VPN and experience severe performance problems.

•

You used a program to optimize MTU for performance reasons, and now you are

• experiencing connectivity or performance problems.

Note: An incorrect MTU setting can cause Internet communication problems. For example, you might not be able to access certain websites, frames within websites, secure login pages, or FTP or POP servers.

To change the MTU size:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup. The WAN Setup page displays.

In the MTU Size field, enter a value from 64 to 1500.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

If you suspect an MTU problem, a common solution is to change the MTU to 1400. If you are willing to experiment, you can gradually reduce the MTU from the maximum

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value of 1500 until the problem goes away. The following table describes common MTU sizes and applications.

Table 3. Common MTU sizes

ApplicationMTU

1500

The largest Ethernet packet size. This setting is typical for connections that do not use PPPoE

or VPN, and is the default value for NETGEAR routers, adapters, and switches.

Used in PPPoE environments.1492

Maximum size to use for pinging. (Larger packets are fragmented.)1472

Used in some DHCP environments.1468

Used in PPTP environments or with VPN.1436

Typical value to connect to dial-up ISPs.576

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Control Access to the Internet

The router comes with a built-in firewall that helps protect your home network from unwanted intrusions from the Internet.

This chapter includes the following sections:

• Enable Circle smart parental controls

• Activate and manage NETGEAR Armor using the Orbi app

• Allow or block access to your network

• Use keywords to block Internet sites

• Delete keywords that are used to block Internet sites

• Avoid blocking on a trusted computer

• Block services from the Internet

• Manage network access control lists

• Schedule when to block Internet sites and services

• Set up security event email notifications

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Enable Circle smart parental controls

Circle smart parental controls is a parental control technology that helps you monitor your children’s devices that are connected to your network.

You can enable Circle using your router web interface, or you can enable Circle using the Orbi app. After you enable Circle using the router web interface or the Orbi app, you must use the Circle app to finish the setup.

You can do the following with the Circle app:

Set time limits for daily Internet usage

•

Set individual filter levels for each family member

•

Set a bedtime for your family member's devices

•

Pause the Internet

•

Manage your family’s mobile devices across all networks with Circle

•

For more information about Circle smart parental controls, visit www.netgear.com/circle.

Enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi router web interface

You can enable Circle using the Orbi router web interface, but you must use the Circle app to finish setting up your Circle account.

Before enabling Circle, make sure that your router is running the latest firmware and that your router is in router mode. Your router must be in router mode to work with Circle. You can't enable Circle if your router is in access point (AP) mode or bridge mode.

To enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi router web interface:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Makes sure that your router is in router mode.

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For more information, see Set up router mode on page 80.

Update your router's firmware. For more information, see Update the router and satellite firmware on page 87.

6. Select BASIC > Parental Controls. The Parental Controls page displays.

7. Move the slider to the right to enable Circle.

Note: You can only enable one parental controls service.

8. Click the Apply button. The links to download the Circle app displays.

9. Download the Circle app on your mobile device.

10.

Launch the Circle app and follow to prompts to set up Circle. Circle smart parental controls is enabled on your NETGEAR router.

Enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi app

Before enabling Circle, make sure that your Orbi router is in router mode (which is the default mode). Your router must be in router mode to work with Circle. You can’t enable Circle if your router is in access point (AP) mode or bridge mode.

To enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi app:

1. Launch the Orbi app. The dashboard displays.

2. Tap Parental Controls. The Parental Control page displays.

3. Move the Enable Circle slider to the right to enable Circle.

4. Tap the Download and Install Circle App button.

5. Download the Circle app. You must use the Circle app to finish setting up your Circle account.

Launch the Circle app and follow the prompts.

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Activate and manage NETGEAR Armor using the Orbi app

NETGEAR Armor is an advanced multi-layer cyber security solution that protects not only your network but individual devices as well. NETGEAR Armor protects your devices from viruses, spyware, hackers, spam, and phishing.

For more information about NETGEAR Armor, visit netgear.com/landings/armor/default.aspx.

Use the NETGEAR Orbi app to activate and manage NETGEAR Armor.

To activate Armor using the Orbi app:

1. Launch the Orbi app. The dashboard displays.

2. Tap Security. The Armor page displays.

3. Tap the Activate button.

Note: It might take about five seconds to verify your NETGEAR account credentials. NETGEAR Armor activates.

Tap Launch Armor Portal from your Orbi app to access the Armor Portal.

Allow or block access to your network

You can use access control to block access to your network.

To set up access control:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

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4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Access Control. The Access Control page displays.

5. Select the Turn on Access Control check box. You must select this check box before you can specify an access rule and use the

Allow and Block buttons. When this check box is cleared, all devices are allowed to connect, even if a device is in the blocked list.

6. Select an access rule:

Allow all new devices to connect. With this setting, if you buy a new device, it

•

can access your network. You don’t need to enter its MAC address on this page. We recommend that you leave this radio button selected.

Block all new devices from connecting. With this setting, if you buy a new

•

device, before it can access your network, you must enter its MAC address for an Ethernet connection and its MAC address for a WiFi connection in the allowed list.

The access rule does not affect previously blocked or allowed devices. It applies only to devices joining your network in the future after you apply these settings.

7. To allow the computer or device you’re currently using to continue to access the network, select the check box next to your computer or device, and click the Allow button.

To view a list of allowed or blocked devices that are not connected, click one of the following links:

View list of allowed devices not currently connected to the network

•

View list of blocked devices not currently connected to the network

•

The list displays.

9. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Use keywords to block Internet sites

You can use keywords to block certain Internet sites from your network. You can use blocking all the time or based on a schedule.

This feature only supports website URLs that begin with http://. If the website you want to block begins with https://, use the Circle smart parental controls feature instead. Circle smart parental controls feature can block websites that begin with either http://

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or https://. For more about Circle smart parental controls feature, see Enable Circle smart parental controls on page 42.

To block Internet sites:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Sites. The Block Sites page displays.

5. Select a keyword blocking option:

Per Schedule. Turn on keyword blocking according to a schedule that you set.

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(See Schedule when to block Internet sites and services on page 50.)

Always. Turn on keyword blocking all the time, independent of the Schedule

•

page.

In the Type keyword or domain name here field, enter a keyword or domain that you want to block.

For example:

Specify XXX to block http://www.badstuff.com/xxx.html.

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Specify .com if you want to allow only sites with domain suffixes such as .edu or

•

.gov.

Enter a period (.) to block all Internet browsing access.

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7. Click the Add Keyword button. The keyword is added to the keyword list. The keyword list supports up to 32 entries.

8. Click the Apply button. Keyword blocking takes effect.

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Delete keywords that are used to block Internet sites

To delete keywords that are used to block Internet sites:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Sites. The Block Sites page displays.

Do one of the following:

To delete a single word, select it and click the Delete Keyword button.

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The keyword is removed from the list.

To delete all keywords on the list, click the Clear List button.

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All keywords are removed from the list.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Avoid blocking on a trusted computer

You can exempt one trusted computer from blocking. The computer that you exempt must be assigned a fixed IP address. You can use the reserved IP address feature to specify the IP address. See Manage reserved LAN IP addresses on page 70.

To specify a trusted computer:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

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3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Sites. The Block Sites page displays.

5. Scroll down and select the Allow trusted IP address to visit blocked sites check box.

In the Trusted IP Address field, enter the IP address of the trusted computer.

7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Block services from the Internet

You can block Internet services on your network based on the type of service. You can block the services all the time or based on a schedule.

To block services:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Services. The Block Services page displays.

Specify when to block the services:

To block the services all the time, select the Always radio button.

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To block the services based on a schedule, select the Per Schedule radio button.

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For information about how to specify the schedule, see Schedule when to block Internet sites and services on page 50.

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6. Click the Add button. The Block Services Setup page displays.

7. To add a service that is in the Service Type list, select the application or service. The settings for this service automatically display in the fields.

To add a service or application that is not the list, select User Defined. a.

If you know that the application uses either TCP or UDP, select the appropriate protocol.

Otherwise, select TCP/UDP (both).

b. Enter the starting port and ending port numbers.

If the service uses a single port number, enter that number in both fields.

•

To find out which port numbers the service or application uses, you can contact

• the publisher of the application, ask user groups or newsgroups, or search on the Internet.

To specify how to filter the services, select one of the following radio buttons:

Only This IP Address. Block services for a single computer.

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IP Address Range. Block services for a range of computers with consecutive IP

• addresses on your network.

All lP Addresses. Block services for all computers on your network.

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10. Click the Add button.

Your settings are saved.

Manage network access control lists

You can use access control to block or allow access to your network.

To manage devices that are allowed or blocked:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

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The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Access Control.

The Access Control page displays.

5. Select the Turn on Access Control check box.

Click the View list of allowed devices not currently connected to the network link.

The list displays.

Select the check box for a device.

Use the Add button, Edit button, and Remove from the list button as needed.

9. Click the Apply button.

Your settings are saved.

Schedule when to block Internet sites and services

When you schedule blocking, the same schedule is used to block sites and to block services. For information about how to specify what you want the router to block, see Use keywords to block Internet sites on page 45 and Block services from the Internet on page 48.

To schedule blocking:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Schedule.

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Specify when to block keywords and services:

Days to Block. Select the check box for each day that you want to block the

• keywords or select the Every Day check box, which automatically selects the

check boxes for all days.

Time of Day to Block. Select a start and end time in 24-hour format, or select

• All Day for 24-hour blocking.

Select your time zone from the list.

If you live in a region that observes daylight saving time, select the Automatically adjust for daylight savings time check box.

8. Click the Apply button.

Your settings are saved.

Set up security event email notifications

The router can email you its logs of router activity. The log records router activity and security events such as attempts to access blocked sites or services.

To set up email notifications:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Security > E-mail.

The E-mail page displays.

Select the Turn Email Notification On check box.

In the Primary E-mail Address field, enter the email address to which logs and alerts are sent.

This email address is also used for the From address. If this field is blank, log and alert messages are not sent.

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In the Your Outgoing Mail Server field, enter the name of your ISP outgoing (SMTP) mail server (such as mail.myISP.com).

You might be able to find this information in the configuration window of your email program. If you leave this field blank, log and alert messages are not sent.

In the Outgoing Mail Server Port Number field, enter your mail server’s port number.

You might be able to find this information in the configuration window of your email program.

If your outgoing email server requires authentication, select the My Mail Server requires authentication check box and do the following:

In the User Name field, type the user name for the outgoing email server.

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In the Password field, type the password for the outgoing email server.

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10. To send alerts immediately, select the Send Alerts Immediately check box.

Email alerts are sent immediately when someone attempts to visit a blocked site.

11.

To send logs based on a schedule, specify these settings:

From Send logs according to this schedule menu, select the schedule type.

•

From the Day menu, select the day.

•

From the Time menu, select the time, and select the am or pm radio button.

•

12. Click the Apply button.

Your settings are saved.

Logs are sent automatically. If the log fills before the specified time, it is sent. After the log is sent, it is cleared from the router memory. If the router cannot email the log and the log buffer fills, the router overwrites the log.

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Optimize Performance

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Enable or disable WiFi Multimedia Quality of Service

• Improve network connections with Universal Plug and Play

• Enable or disable daisy-chain topology

• Enable or disable implicit beamforming

• Enable or disable MU-MIMO

• Enable or disable fast roaming

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Enable or disable WiFi Multimedia Quality of Service

Wi-Fi Multimedia Quality of Service (WMM QoS) prioritizes WiFi voice and video traffic over the WiFi link. WMM QoS is automatically enabled.

WMM QoS prioritizes WiFi data packets from different applications based on four access categories: voice, video, best effort, and background. For an application to receive the benefits of WMM QoS, WMM must be enabled for both it and the client running that application. Legacy applications that do not support WMM and applications that do not require QoS are assigned to the best effort category, which receives a lower priority than voice and video.

To enable or disable WMM QoS:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings.

The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.

5. In the Advanced Wireless Settings (2.4GHz b/g/n) or (5GHz 802.11a/n/ac) section, do one of the following:

To enable WMM, select the Enable WMM (Wi-Fi multimedia) settings check

•

box.

To disable WMM, clear the Enable WMM (Wi-Fi multimedia) settings check

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box.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Improve network connections with Universal Plug and Play

Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) helps devices, such as Internet appliances and computers, access the network and connect to other devices as needed. UPnP devices can automatically discover the services from other registered UPnP devices on the network.

If you use applications such as multiplayer gaming, peer-to-peer connections, or real-time communications such as instant messaging or remote assistance, enable UPnP.

To enable Universal Plug and Play:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > UPnP. The UPnP page displays.

5. Select the Turn UPnP On check box. By default, this check box is selected. UPnP for automatic device configuration can

be enabled or disabled. If the Turn UPnP On check box is cleared, the router does not allow any device to automatically control router resources, such as port forwarding.

6. Type the advertisement period in minutes. The advertisement period specifies how often the router broadcasts its UPnP

information. This value can range from 1 to 1440 minutes. The default period is 30 minutes. Shorter durations ensure that control points receive current device status at the expense of more network traffic. Longer durations can compromise the freshness of the device status but can significantly reduce network traffic.

7. Type the advertisement time to live in hops. The time to live for the advertisement is measured in hops (steps) for each UPnP

packet sent. Hops are the steps a packet takes between routers. The number of hops can range from 1 to 255. The default value for the advertisement time to live is 4 hops, which should be fine for most home networks. If you notice that some devices

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are not being updated or reached correctly, it might be necessary to increase this value.

8. Click the Apply button. The UPnP Portmap Table displays the IP address of each UPnP device that is accessing

the router and which ports (internal and external) that device opened. The UPnP Portmap Table also displays what type of port is open and whether that port is still active for each IP address.

To refresh the information in the UPnP Portmap Table, click the Refresh button.

Enable or disable daisy-chain topology

Daisy-chain topology allows your Orbi satellite to connect to other Orbi satellites. This feature only applies if you own one Orbi router and two or more Orbi satellites. If you disable this feature, your Orbi satellites can connect only to your Orbi router. This feature is enabled by default.

Note: Enabling or disabling this feature causes all your Orbi devices to reboot.

To enable or disable daisy-chain:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings. The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.

To enable or disable daisy-chain topology, do one of the following:

To enable daisy-chain topology, select the Enable Daisy-Chain Topology check

•

box.

To disable daisy-chain topology, clear the Enable Daisy-Chain Topology check

•

box.

6. Click the Apply button.

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Your settings are saved.

Enable or disable implicit beamforming

Implicit beamforming allows the router to use information from WiFi clients that support beamforming to improve the WiFi signal.

To enable or disable implicit beamforming:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings. The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.

To enable or disable implicit beamforming, do one of the following:

To enable implicit beamforming, select the Enable Implicit Beamforming check

•

box.

To disable implicit beamforming, clear the Enable Implicit Beamforming check

•

box.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Enable or disable MU-MIMO

Multiuser multiple input, multiple output (MU-MIMO) improves performance when multiple MU-MIMO-capable WiFi clients transfer data at the same time. WiFi clients must support MU-MIMO, and they must be connected to a 5 GHz WiFi band.

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To enable or disable MU-MIMO:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings. The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.

To enable or disable daisy-chain topology, do one of the following:

To enable MU-MIMO, select the Enable MU-MIMO check box.

•

To disable MU-MIMO, clear the Enable MU-MIMO check box.

•

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

If you connected over WiFi to the network, you are disconnected from the network and must reconnect.

Enable or disable fast roaming

Fast roaming allows your Orbi devices to direct your client devices to the most optimal WiFi band quicker.

To enable or disable fast roaming:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

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4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings. The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.

To enable or disable fast roaming, do one of the following:

To enable fast roaming, select the Enable Fast Roaming check box.

•

To disable fast roaming, clear the Enable Fast Roaming check box.

•

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Specify Network Settings

This chapter includes the following sections:

• View or change WAN settings

• Manage Dynamic DNS

• Set up a default DMZ server

• Change the router’s device name

• Change the LAN TCP/IP settings

• Use the router as a DHCP server

• Disable the DHCP server feature in the router

• Manage reserved LAN IP addresses

• Manage custom static routes

• Specify basic WiFi settings

• Change the WiFi password or security level

• Set up a guest WiFi network

• View or change advanced WiFi settings

• Use the router as a WiFi access point

• Set up router mode

• Generate a new backhaul password

• Set up a bridge for a port group or VLAN tag group

• Enable British Telecom IGMP proxy support

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View or change WAN settings

You can view or configure wide area network (WAN) settings for the Internet port. You can set up a DMZ (demilitarized zone) server, change the maximum transmit unit (MTU) size, and enable the router to respond to a ping to its WAN (Internet) port.

To view the WAN settings:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup The WAN Setup page displays.

View or change the following settings:

Disable Port Scan and DoS Protection. DoS protection protects your LAN against

•

denial of service attacks such as Syn flood, Smurf Attack, Ping of Death, and many others. Select this check box only in special circumstances.

Default DMZ Server. This feature is sometimes helpful when you are playing

•

online games or videoconferencing, but it makes the firewall security less effective. See Set up a default DMZ server on page 65.

Respond to Ping on Internet Port. This feature allows your router to be

•

discovered. Use this feature only as a diagnostic tool or if you have a specific reason.

Disable IGMP Proxying. IGMP proxying allows a computer on the local area

•

network (LAN) to receive the multicast traffic it is interested in from the Internet. If you do not need this feature, select this check box to disable it.

MTU Size (in bytes). The normal MTU (maximum transmit unit) value for most

•

Ethernet networks is 1500 bytes, or 1492 bytes for PPPoE connections. Change the MTU only if you are sure that it is necessary for your ISP connection. See Change the MTU size on page 38.

NAT Filtering. Network Address Translation (NAT) determines how the router

•

processes inbound traffic. Secured NAT protects computers on the LAN from attacks from the Internet, but might prevent some Internet games, point-to-point

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applications, or multimedia applications from working. Open NAT provides a much less secured firewall, but allows almost all Internet applications to work.

Disable SIP ALG. The application-level gateway (ALG) for the Session Initiation

•

Protocol (SIP) is enabled by default for enhanced address and port translation. However, some types of VoIP and video traffic might not work well when the SIP ALG is enabled. For this reason, the router provides the option to disable the SIP ALG.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Manage Dynamic DNS

Internet service providers (ISPs) assign numbers called IP addresses to identify each Internet account. Most ISPs use dynamically assigned IP addresses. This means that the IP address can change at any time. You can use the IP address to access your network remotely, but most people don’t know what their IP addresses are or when this number changes.

To make it easier to connect, you can get a free account with a Dynamic DNS service that lets you use a domain name to access your home network. To use this account, you must set up the router to use Dynamic DNS. Then the router notifies the Dynamic DNS service provider whenever its IP address changes. When you access your Dynamic DNS account, the service finds the current IP address of your home network and automatically connects you.

If your ISP assigns a private WAN IP address (such as 192.168.x.x or 10.x.x.x), the Dynamic DNS service does not work because private addresses are not routed on the Internet.

Set up a new Dynamic DNS account

To set up Dynamic DNS and register for a free NETGEAR account:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

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4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Dynamic DNS. The Dynamic DNS page displays.

5. Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box.

6. In the Service Provider list, select NETGEAR.

7. Select the No radio button.

In the Host Name field, type the name that you want to use for your URL. The host name is sometimes called the domain name. Your free URL includes the

host name that you specify, and ends with mynetgear.com. For example, specify MyName.mynetgear.com.

In the Email field, type the email address that you want to use for your account.

10.

In the Password (6-32 characters) field, type the password for your account.

11.

To agree to the terms of service and privacy policy, select the check box above the REGISTER button.

12. Click the REGISTER button.

13.

Follow the onscreen instructions to register for your NETGEAR Dynamic DNS service.

14. To check that Dynamic DNS is enabled in the router, click the Show Status button. A message displays the Dynamic DNS status.

Specify a DNS account that you already created

If you already own a Dynamic DNS account with NETGEAR, No-IP, or Dyn, you can set up the router to use your account.

To set up Dynamic DNS if you already created an account:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Dynamic DNS. The Dynamic DNS page displays.

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5. Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box.

6. In the Service Provider list, select your provider.

7. Select the Yes radio button. The page adjusts and displays to show the Status, Cancel, and Apply buttons.

In the Host Name field, type the host name (sometimes called the domain name) for your account.

For a No-IP account or Dyn account, in the User Name field, enter the user name for your account.

10.

For a NETGEAR account at No-IP, in the Email field, type the email address for your account.

11.

In the Password (6-32 characters) field, type the password for your DDNS account.

12. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

13.

To verify that your Dynamic DNS service is enabled in the router, click the Show Status button.

A message displays the Dynamic DNS status.

Change the Dynamic DNS settings

To change your settings:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Dynamic DNS. The Dynamic DNS page displays.

5. Change your DDNS account settings as necessary.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Set up a default DMZ server

The default DMZ server feature is helpful when you are using some online games and videoconferencing applications that are incompatible with Network Address Translation (NAT). The router is programmed to recognize some of these applications and to work correctly with them, but other applications might not function well. In some cases, one local computer can run the application correctly if the IP address for that computer is entered as the default DMZ server.

DMZ servers pose a security risk. A computer designated as the default DMZ server loses much of the protection of the firewall and is exposed to exploits from the Internet. If compromised, the DMZ server computer can be used to attack other computers on your network.

The router usually detects and discards incoming traffic from the Internet that is not a response to one of your local computers or a service that you configured in the Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page. Instead of discarding this traffic, you can specify that the router forwards the traffic to one computer on your network. This computer is called the default DMZ server.

To set up a default DMZ server:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup. The WAN Setup page displays.

Select the Default DMZ Server check box.

6. Type the IP address.

7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Change the router’s device name

The router’s device name is its model number. This device name displays in a file manager when you browse your network.

To change the router’s device name:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > Device Name. The Device Name page displays.

In the Device Name field, type a new name.

6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Change the LAN TCP/IP settings

The router is preconfigured to use private IP addresses on the LAN side and to act as a DHCP server. The router’s default LAN IP configuration is as follows:

LAN IP address. 192.168.1.1

•

Subnet mask. 255.255.255.0

•

These addresses are part of the designated private address range for use in private networks and are suitable for most applications. If your network requires a different IP addressing scheme, you can change these settings.

You might want to change these settings if you need a specific IP subnet that one or more devices on the network uses, or if you use competing subnets with the same IP scheme.

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To change the LAN TCP/IP settings:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup. The LAN Setup page displays.

In the IP Address field, type the IP address.

In the IP Subnet Mask, type the subnet mask of the router. The IP address and subnet mask identifies which addresses are local to a specific

device and which must be reached through a gateway or router.

7. Change the RIP settings. Router Information Protocol (RIP) allows a router to exchange routing information

with other routers.

a. Select the RIP direction:

Both. The router broadcasts its routing table periodically and incorporates

• information that it receives.

Out Only. The router broadcasts its routing table periodically.

•

In Only. The router incorporates the RIP information that it receives.

•

b. Select the RIP version:

Disabled. This is the default setting.

•

RIP-1. This format is universally supported. It is adequate for most networks,

• unless you are using an unusual network setup.

RIP-2. This format carries more information. Both RIP-2B and RIP-2M send the

• routing data in RIP-2 format. RIP-2B uses subnet broadcasting. RIP-2M uses multicasting.

8. Click the Apply button.

Your settings are saved.

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If you changed the LAN IP address of the router, you are disconnected when this change takes effect.

9. To reconnect, close your browser, relaunch it, and log in to the router.

Use the router as a DHCP server

By default, the router acts as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. The router assigns IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses to all computers connected to the LAN. The assigned default gateway address is the LAN address of the router.

These addresses must be part of the same IP address subnet as the router’s LAN IP address. Using the default addressing scheme, define a range between 192.168.1.2 and 192.168.1.254, although you can save part of the range for devices with fixed addresses.

To use the router as a DHCP server and specify the pool of IP addresses that the router assigns:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.

The LAN Setup page displays.

If you previously disabled the DHCP server feature, select the Use Router as DHCP Server check box.

Specify the range of IP addresses that the router assigns: a.

In the Starting IP Address field, enter the lowest number in the range. This IP address must be in the same subnet as the router. The default starting IP address is 192.168.1.2.

In the Ending IP Address field, enter the number at the end of the range of IP addresses. This IP address must be in the same subnet as the router. The default ending IP address is 192.168.1.254.

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7. Click the Apply button.

Your settings are saved.

The router delivers the following parameters to any LAN device that requests DHCP:

An IP address from the range that you defined

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Subnet mask

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Gateway IP address (the router’s LAN IP address)

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DNS server IP address (the router’s LAN IP address)

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Disable the DHCP server feature in the router

By default, the router acts as a DHCP server. The router assigns IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses to all computers connected to the LAN. The assigned default gateway address is the LAN address of the router.

You can use another device on your network as the DHCP server, or specify the network settings of all your computers.

To disable the DHCP server feature in the router:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.

The LAN Setup page displays.

5. Clear the Use Router as DHCP Server check box.

6. Click the Apply button.

(Optional) If this service is disabled and no other DHCP server is on your network, set your computer IP addresses manually so that they can access the router.

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Manage reserved LAN IP addresses

When you specify a reserved IP address for a computer on the LAN, that computer always receives the same IP address each time it accesses the router’s DHCP server. Assign reserved IP addresses to computers or servers that require permanent IP settings.

Reserve an IP address

To reserve an IP address:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.

The LAN Setup page displays.

In the Address Reservation section of the page, click the Add button.

In the IP Address field, type the IP address to assign to the computer or server. The page adjusts.

Choose an IP address from the router’s LAN subnet, such as 192.168.1.x.

Type the MAC address of the computer or server.

Tip: If the computer is already on your network, you can copy its MAC address from the Attached Devices page and paste it here.

9. Click the Apply button.

The reserved address is entered into the table.

The reserved address is not assigned until the next time the computer contacts the router’s DHCP server. Reboot the computer, or access its IP configuration and force a DHCP release and renew.

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Edit a reserved IP address

To edit a reserved address entry:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.

The LAN Setup page displays.

5. Select the radio button next to the reserved address.

6. Click the Edit button.

The Address Reservation page displays.

7. Change the settings.

8. Click the Apply button.

Your settings are saved.

Delete a reserved IP address entry

To delete a reserved address entry:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.

The LAN Setup page displays.

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5. Select the radio button next to the reserved address.

6. Click the Delete button.

The address is removed.

Manage custom static routes

Typically, you do not need to add static routes unless you use multiple routers or multiple IP subnets on your network.

As an example of when a static route is needed, consider the following case:

Your main Internet access is through a cable modem to an ISP.

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Your home network includes an ISDN router for connecting to the company where

• you are employed. This router’s address on your LAN is 192.168.1.100.

Your company’s network address is 134.177.0.0.

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When you set up your router, two implicit static routes were created. A default route was created with your ISP as the gateway, and a second static route was created to your local network for all 192.168.1.x addresses. With this configuration, if you try to access a device on the 134.177.0.0 network, your router forwards your request to the ISP. The ISP forwards your request to the company where you are employed, and the company firewall is likely to deny the request.

In this case you must define a static route, telling your router to access 134.177.0.0 through the ISDN router at 192.168.1.100. Here is an example:

The Destination IP Address and IP Subnet Mask fields specify that this static route

• applies to all 134.177.x.x addresses.

The Gateway IP Address field specifies that all traffic for these addresses will be

• forwarded to the ISDN router at 192.168.1.100.

The Private check box is selected only as a precautionary security measure in case

• RIP is activated.

Set up a static route

To set up a static route:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

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3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Static Routes. The Static Routes page displays.

5. Click the Add button. The page adjusts.

In the Route Name field, type a name for this static route (for identification purposes only.)

7. To limit access to the LAN only, select the Private check box. If Private is selected, the static route is not reported in RIP.

Select the Active check box to make this route take effect.

Type the IP address of the final destination.

10.

Type the IP subnet mask for this destination. If the destination is a single host, type 255.255.255.255.

11. Type the gateway IP address. This address must be on the same LAN segment as the router.

12.

Type a number from 2 through 15 as the metric value. This value represents the number of routers between your network and the

destination. Usually, a setting of 2 or 3 works.

13. Click the Apply button. The static route is added.

Edit a static route

To edit a static route:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password.

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The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Static Routes. The Static Routes page displays.

In the table, select the radio button for the route.

6. Click the Edit button. The Static Routes page adjusts.

Edit the route information.

8. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Delete a static route

To delete a static route:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Static Routes. The Static Routes page displays.

In the table, select the radio button for the route.

6. Click the Delete button. The route is removed from the table.

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Specify basic WiFi settings

The router and satellite come preset with the same WiFi network name (SSID) and the same WiFi security. You can find the SSID and password on the router label and on the satellite label. If you log in to the router and change the WiFi settings, the router automatically sends the new settings to the satellite.

If you change your WiFi settings, make a note of the new settings and store it in a safe place where you can easily find it.

If your computer or mobile device is using a WiFi connection when you change the network name (SSID) or other WiFi security settings, you are disconnected when you click the Apply button. To avoid this problem, use a computer with a wired connection to access the router.

To specify basic WiFi settings:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the Orbi admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Wireless. The Wireless Settings page displays.

To change the network name (SSID), type a new name in the Name (SSID) field. The name can be up to 32 characters long and it is case-sensitive. The default SSID

is randomly generated and is on the router’s label. If you change the name, make sure to write down the new name and keep it in a safe place.

To change the 2.4 GHz WiFi channel, select a number from the 2.4GHz Channel menu.

Note: The 5 GHz WiFi channel is fixed and you cannot change it.

In some regions, not all channels are available. Do not change the channel unless you experience interference (shown by lost connections or slow data transfers). If this happens, experiment with different channels to see which is the best.

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When you use multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different channels to reduce interference. The recommended channel spacing between adjacent access points is four channels (for example, use Channels 1 and 5, or 6 and

10).

7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. The router sends the new settings to the satellite.

If you are using a WiFi connection and you changed the SSID, you are disconnected from the network.

8. Make sure that you can connect to the WiFi network with its new settings. If you cannot connect using WiFi, check the following:

Is your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device connected to another WiFi

•

network in your area? Some WiFi devices automatically connect to the first open network without WiFi security that they discover.

Is your computer or WiFi device trying to connect to your network with its old

•

settings (before you changed the settings)? If so, update the WiFi network selection in your computer or WiFi device to match the current settings for your network.

Change the WiFi password or security level

To change the WPA settings:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the Orbi admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Wireless.

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The Wireless Settings page displays.

5. Under Security Options, select a WPA option:

WPA2-PSK [AES]

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WPA-PSK [TKIP] + WPA2-PSK [AES]

•

WPA3-Personal [SAE]

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The WPA3 option uses the newest standard for the strongest security.

Some older computers and WiFi devices cannot use WPA3 or WPA2. If your network includes old computers and WiFi devices, select the WPA-PSK [TKIP] + WPA2-PSK [AES] radio button.

The Password (Network Key) field displays.

In the Password (Network Key) field, enter the network key (password) that you want to use.

For WPA and WPA2, it is a text string from 8 to 63 characters. For WPA3, it is a text string from 8 to 127 characters.

Write down the new password and keep it in a secure place for future reference.

8. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Set up a guest WiFi network

To set up a guest WiFi network:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the Orbi admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Guest Network. The Guest Network Settings page displays.

5. Select the Enable Guest Network check box.

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6. Leave the Enable SSID Broadcast check box selected. Allowing the router to broadcast its WiFi network name (SSID) makes it easier to find

your network and connect to it. If you clear this check box, that creates a hidden network.

7. To change the network name, type a new name in the Guest Wireless Network Name (SSID) field.

The name can be up to 32 characters long and it is case-sensitive. If you change the name, make sure to write down the new name and keep it in a safe place.

8. Select or clear the Allow guests to see each other and access my local network check box.

To protect your privacy, this check box is cleared by default. That means your guests can use your Internet connection but they cannot access computers or devices that are connected to your Orbi network.

9. Select a security option. The WPA2 options use the newest standard for the strongest security. WPA2 is the

default setting.

10. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. The router sends the new settings to the satellite.

View or change advanced WiFi settings

To view or change advanced WiFi settings:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings. The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.

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Note: The backhaul password is a security key that is used in WiFi communication

between the router and the satellite. For information about generating a new backhaul password, see Generate a new backhaul password on page 81.

5. In the Region list, select your region. In some locations, you cannot change this setting.

6. To control the SSID broadcast, select or clear the Enable SSID Broadcast check box.

When this check box is selected, the router broadcasts its network name (SSID) so that it displays when you scan for local WiFi networks on your computer or WiFi device.

7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Use the router as a WiFi access point

You can set up the router to run as an access point (AP) on the same local network as another router or gateway.

For example, you can use the Orbi router as a WiFi access point that connects to a gateway or modem router that you already use for your Internet service. In this situation, you do not need to change the settings for the gateway or modem router.

To set up the Orbi router as an AP after you set up your Internet connection:

Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Internet port of this router to a LAN port on your existing router or gateway.

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

3. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

4. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Router/AP Mode. The Router/AP Mode page displays.

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6. Select the AP Mode radio button. The page adjusts.

7. Select the IP address setting:

Get dynamically from existing router. The other router on the network assigns

•

an IP address to this router while this router is in AP mode.

Enable fixed IP settings on this device (not recommended). Use this setting

•

if you want to manually assign a specific IP address to this router while it is in AP mode. Using this option effectively requires advanced network experience.

Note: To avoid interference with other routers or gateways in your network, we recommend that you use different WiFi settings on each router. You can also turn off the WiFi radio on the other router or gateway and use the Orbi only for WiFi client access.

8. Click the Apply button. The IP address of the router changes, and you are disconnected.

9. To reconnect, close and restart your browser and enter orbilogin.com.

Set up router mode

If you set up your router as an access point, you can change it back to a router.

To set up the Orbi router as a router:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Router/AP Mode. The Router/AP Mode page displays.

5. Select the Router Mode radio button. The page adjusts.

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6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Generate a new backhaul password

The backhaul password is a security key that is used in WiFi communication between the router and the satellite. You can generate a new backhaul password. After you generate a new backhaul password, you must use the Sync button to build a new backhaul connection so that the router and satellite can communicate with each other using WiFi.

To generate a new backhaul password:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings. The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.

5. In the Backhaul Password section, click the GENERATE button. The router generates a new backhaul password.

Set up a bridge for a port group or VLAN tag group

Some devices, such as an IPTV, cannot function behind the router’s Network Address Translation (NAT) service or firewall. Based on what your Internet service provider (ISP) requires, for the device to connect to the ISP’s network directly, you can enable the bridge between the device and the router’s Internet port or add new VLAN tag groups to the bridge.

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Note: If your ISP provides directions on how to set up a bridge for IPTV and Internet

service, follow those directions.

Note: This feature is only supported if the router is in router mode.

Set up a bridge for a port group

If the device that is connected to the router’s Ethernet port is an IPTV device, your ISP might require you to set up a bridge for a port group for the router’s Internet interface.

A bridge with a port group prevents packets that are sent between the IPTV device and the router’s Internet port from being processed through the router’s Network Address Translation (NAT) service.

To configure a port group and enable the bridge:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the Orbi admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > VLAN/Bridge Settings. The VLAN/Bridge Settings page displays.

Select the Enable VLAN/Bridge Settings check box. The page expands.

6. Select the By bridge group radio button. The section expands.

7. Select the Port1 check box.

If a VLAN ID is required, select the Enable VLAN ID check box and enter the VLAN ID in the field.

The VLAN ID can be a value from 1 to 4094.

9. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Set up a bridge for a VLAN tag group

If the device that is connected to the router’s Ethernet port is an IPTV device, your ISP might require you to set up a bridge for a VLAN tag group for the router’s Internet interface.

If you are subscribed to IPTV service, the router might require VLAN tags to distinguish between the Internet traffic and the IPTV traffic. A bridge with a VLAN tag group prevents packets that are sent between the IPTV device and the router’s Internet port from being processed through the router’s Network Address Translation (NAT) service.

You can add VLAN tag groups to a bridge and assign VLAN IDs and priority values to each VLAN tag group.

To add a VLAN tag group and enable the bridge:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the Orbi admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > VLAN/Bridge Settings. The VLAN/Bridge Settings page displays.

Select the Enable VLAN/Bridge Group check box. The page expands.

6. Select the By VLAN tag group radio button. The section expands.

7. Click the Add button. The Add VLAN Rule page displays.

Specify the settings as described in the following table.

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DescriptionField

Name

VLAN ID

Priority

Select the Port1 check box.

Enter a name for the

VLAN tag group.

The name can be up to

10 characters.

Enter a value from 1 to

4094.

Enter a value from 0 to

9. Click the Apply button. The VLAN tag group is added.

10. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Enable British Telecom IGMP proxy support

You must use this feature only for British Telecom (BT) Internet Protocol television (IPTV) service. It might also work with TalkTalk IPTV service.

To enable BT IGMP proxy support:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the Orbi admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup. The WAN Setup page displays.

5. Clear the Disable IGMP Proxying check box.

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6. Select the Support British Telecom (BT) IGMP Proxying check box.

7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

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Manage Your Network

This chapter describes the router settings for administering and maintaining your router and home network.

The chapter includes the following sections:

• Update the router and satellite firmware

• Change the admin password

• Enable admin password reset

• Reset the admin password

• View router status and usage information

• Display Internet port statistics

• Check the Internet connection status

• View satellite status

• View and manage logs of router activity

• View devices connected to the network or edit device information

• View satellites connected to the network or edit satellite information

• Monitor Internet traffic

• Manage the router configuration file

• Set up remote management

• Use remote access

• Remotely access your router using the Orbi app

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Update the router and satellite firmware

You can use the router web interface to check if new firmware is available and update your router and satellite, or you can manually update the firmware for your router and satellite.

Check for firmware updates

To check for new firmware and update your router and satellite:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Firmware Update > Online Update. The Firmware Update page displays.

5. Click the Check button. The router checks to see if new firmware is available for the router and satellite.

If new firmware is available, click the Update All button. The router locates and downloads the firmware for the router and satellite and begins

the update.

Note: To avoid the risk of corrupting the firmware, do not interrupt the upgrade. For example, do not close the browser, click a link, or load a new page. Do not turn off the router or satellite.

When the upload is complete, your router and satellite restart. The update process typically takes about one minute. Read the new firmware release notes to find out if you must reconfigure the router after updating.

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Manually update firmware

If a satellite is connected to your router, you can log in to the router to manually upload the firmware on your satellite.

WARNING: We recommend that you always update the firmware on your satellite first,

and then update your router. Also, do not update the firmware on your router and satellite at the same time, and do not update more than one Orbi device (router or satellite) at a time. If you need to update more than one Orbi device, wait for the first Orbi device to finish updating before updating your next Orbi device.

To manually update the firmware on your Orbi router and satellite, follow these high level steps:

Visit netgear.com/support and download the firmware for both your Orbi router and satellite.

Update the firmware on your Orbi satellite. For more information, see Manually update satellite firmware on page 88.

Update the firmware on your Orbi router. For more information, see Manually update router firmware on page 89.

Manually update satellite firmware We recommend that you update your

satellite’s firmware before you update the router’s firmware.

To manually update your satellite’s firmware:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Firmware Update > Manual Update. The Firmware Update page displays.

5. Select the check box next to your satellite’s model name. If you have more than one satellite, only update one satellite at a time. You must wait

for the first satellite to finish updating before updating the next satellite.

6. Click the Update button.

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The Orbi satellite Firmware Update window opens.

If the browser asks you for the admin password, enter the same password that you entered for the router.

8. Click the BROWSE button.

Locate and select the satellite firmware file that you downloaded. The firmware file name ends in .img or .chk.

10. Click the UPLOAD button. It takes a few minutes to complete the process.

11.

After Orbi satellite finishes updating, select Status and double-check the firmware version on the Status page.

The firmware on your Orbi satellite is updated.

Manually update router firmware We recommend that you update your router’s

firmware after you update the satellite’s firmware.

WARNING: Make sure that your satellite completes its firmware update before you

update your router’s firmware.

To manually update your router’s firmware:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Firmware Update > Manual Update. The Firmware Update page displays.

5. Click the Browse button.

Locate and select the router firmware file you downloaded. The firmware file name ends in .img.

7. Click the Upload button. The firmware is updated.

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Change the admin password

This feature let you change the default password that is used to log in to the router with the user name admin. This password is not the one that you use to access the Orbi WiFi network.

Note: Be sure to change the password for the user name admin to a secure password. The ideal password contains no dictionary words from any language and contains uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. It can be up to 30 characters.

To set the password for the user name admin:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Set Password. The Set Password page displays.

5. Type the old password, and type the new password twice.

6. To be able to reset the password, select the Enable Password Reset check box. We recommend that you enable password reset.

7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Enable admin password reset

The router admin password is used to log in to your router web interface. We recommend that you enable the password reset feature so that you can reset the password if it is forgotten. This reset process is supported in Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome browsers but not in the Safari browser.

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To enable password reset:

Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.

Enter http://www.routerlogin.net. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and

password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Set Password. The Set Password page displays.

5. Select the Enable Password Reset check box.

6. Select two security questions and provide answers to them.

7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved.

Reset the admin password

To reset your admin password::

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Click the Cancel button. If password reset is enabled, you are prompted to enter the router's serial number.

Enter the router's serial number in the field. You can find the router's serial number on the router label.

5. Click the Continue button.

6. Enter your answers to the security questions. You defined these answers when you set up the password reset feature.

7. Click the Continue button. You are requested to set a new admin password and set new security questions.

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8. Enter your new admin password, set new security questions and answers, and click the Next button.

Your settings are saved.

9. Click the Login Again button. A login window opens.

10. With your new admin password, log in to the router.

View router status and usage information

To view router status and usage information:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Click the ADVANCED tab. The ADVANCED Home page displays the router status.

Display Internet port statistics

To display Internet port statistics:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

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4. Click the ADVANCED tab.

5. In the Internet Port pane, click the Show Statistics button. The Show Statistics window opens and displays following information:

System Up Time. The time elapsed since the router was last restarted.

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Port. The statistics for the WAN (Internet) port and LAN (Ethernet) port. For each

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port, the page displays the following information:

Status. The link status of the port.

TxPkts. The number of packets transmitted on this port since reset or manual clear.

RxPkts. The number of packets received on this port since reset or manual clear.

Collisions. The number of collisions on this port since reset or manual clear.

Tx B/s. The current transmission (outbound) bandwidth used on the WAN port and LAN port.

Rx B/s. The current reception (inbound) bandwidth used on the WAN port and LAN port.

- Up Time. The time elapsed since this port acquired the link.

- Poll Interval. The interval at which the statistics are updated in this page.

To change the polling frequency, enter a time in seconds in the Poll Interval field and click the Set Interval button.

7. To stop the polling entirely, click the Stop button.

Check the Internet connection status

To check the Internet connection status:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

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The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Click the ADVANCED tab.

5. In the Internet Port pane, click the Connection Status button. The Connection Status window opens and displays the following information

IP Address. The IP address that is assigned to the router.

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Subnet Mask. The subnet mask that is assigned to the router.

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Default Gateway. The IP address for the default gateway that the router

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communicates with.

DHCP Server. The IP address for the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol server

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that provides the TCP/IP configuration for all the computers that are connected to the router.

DNS Server. The IP address of the Domain Name Service server that provides

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translation of network names to IP addresses.

Lease Obtained. The date and time when the lease was obtained.

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Lease Expires. The date and time that the lease expires.

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6. To release (stop) the Internet connection, click the Release button

7. To renew the Internet connection, click the Renew button.

8. To exit the page, click the Close Window button.

View satellite status

To view your satellite’s status, it must be connected to your Orbi network.

To view your satellite’s status:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Attached Devices.

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The Attached Devices page displays.

In the Connected Satellites section, find your satellite’s IP address.

6. Enter your satellite’s IP address in your web browser’s address bar. A login window opens.

Enter the same admin user name and password that you entered for the router. The satellite’s status displays.

View and manage logs of router activity

The log is a detailed record of the websites you accessed or attempted to access and other router actions. Up to 256 entries are stored in the log.

To view and manage logs:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Logs. The Logs page displays the following information:

Date and time. The date and time the log entry was recorded.

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Source IP. The IP address of the initiating device for this log entry.

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Target address. The name or IP address of the website or news group visited or

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to which access was attempted.

Action. The action that occurred, such as whether Internet access was blocked

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or allowed.

To refresh the log page, click the Refresh button.

6. To clear the log entries, click the Clear Log button.

7. To email the log immediately, click the Send Log button.

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View devices connected to the network or edit device information

You can view the devices that are connected to your Orbi network. You can also edit the information that displays on the Attached Devices page in the router web interface.

View devices connected to the network

You can view all computers or devices that are currently connected to your Orbi network.

To view devices connected to your network:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Attached Devices. The Attached Devices page displays the following information in the Connected

Devices section:

Device Name. This section displays the device model, name, type, and IP address.

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IP Address. This section displays the device IP address. The device’s IP address

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can change because the router assigns an IP address to each device when it joins the network.

MAC Address. This section displays the device MAC address. The unique MAC

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address for each device does not change.

Connection Type. This section displays how the device is connected to the Orbi

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network through a wired Ethernet connection or WiFi connection.

Connected Orbi. This section displays the Orbi router or satellite that the device

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is connected to. The Orbi router’s or satellite’s MAC address also displays.

To update this page, click the Refresh button.

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Edit device information on the Attached Devices page

You can change the connected device model and name that display on the Attached Devices page.

To view devices connected to your network:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Attached Devices. The Attached Devices page displays.

5. Select a connected device that displays on the page. The Edit Device page displays.

To change the device model, enter a new model in the Device Model field.

To change the device name, enter a new name in the Device Name field.

To change the device type, select a device from the Device Type menu.

9. Click the APPLY button. Your settings are saved.

View satellites connected to the network or edit satellite information

You can view the satellites that are connected to your Orbi network. You can also edit the information that displays on the Attached Devices page in the router web interface.

View satellites connected to the network

You can view the satellites that are connected to your Orbi network.

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To view satellites connected to your network:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Attached Devices. The Attached Devices page displays the following information in the Connected

Satellites section:

Device Name. This section displays the satellite model, name, and IP address.

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IP Address. This section displays the satellite IP address. The satellite’s IP address

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can change because the router assigns an IP address to each satellite when it joins the network.

MAC Address. This section displays the satellite MAC address. The unique MAC

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address for each satellite does not change.

Connection Type. This section displays how the satellite is connected to the Orbi

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network through a wired Ethernet connection or 2G or 5G WiFi connection.

Connected Orbi. This section displays the Orbi router or satellite that the satellite

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is connected to. The Orbi router’s or satellite’s MAC address also displays.

Backhaul Status. This section displays the backhaul connection status between

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the satellite and router or another satellite.

To update this page, click the Refresh button.

Edit satellite information that displays on the Attached Devices page

You can change the satellite’s model and name that display on the Attached Devices page.

To edit the satellite’s model or name that displays on the Attached Devices page:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com.

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A login window opens.

3. Enter the router admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

4. Select Attached Devices. The Attached Devices page displays.

5. Select a connected device that displays on the page. The Edit Device page displays.

To change the device model, enter a new model in the Device Model field.

To change the device name, enter a new name in the Device Name field.

8. Click the APPLY button. Your settings are saved.

Monitor Internet traffic

Traffic metering allows you to monitor the volume of Internet traffic that passes through the router Internet port. You can set limits for traffic volume.

To monitor Internet traffic:

Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your Orbi network.

2. Enter orbilogin.com. A login window opens.

3. Enter the admin user name and password. The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time

that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

The BASIC Home page displays.

Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Traffic Meter. The Traffic Meter page displays.

Select the Enable Traffic Meter check box.

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To control the volume of Internet traffic, use either the traffic volume control feature or the connection time control feature:

Select the Traffic volume control by radio button and then select one of the

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following options:

No Limit. No restriction is applied when the traffic limit is reached.

Download only. The restriction is applied to incoming traffic only.

- Both Directions. The restriction is applied to both incoming and outgoing

traffic.

Select the Connection time control radio button and enter the allowed hours

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in the Monthly limit field.

If your ISP charges for extra data volume when you make a new connection, enter the extra data volume in MB in the Round up data volume for each connection by field.

In the Traffic Counter section, set the traffic counter to begin at a specific time and date.

To start the traffic counter immediately, click the Restart Counter Now button.

If you want the router to issue a warning message before the monthly limit of Mbytes or hours is reached, in the Traffic Control section, enter a numeric value.

By default, the value is 0 and no warning message is issued.

10. To stop the Internet connection when the limit is attained, select the Disconnect and disable the Internet connection check box.

11. Click the Apply button. The Internet Traffic Statistics section helps you to monitor the data traffic.

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To update the Internet Traffic Statistics section, click the Refresh button.

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To display more information about the data traffic on your router and to change the poll interval, click the Internet Traffic Status button.

Manage the router configuration file

The configuration settings of the router are stored within the router in a configuration file. You can back up (save) this file to your computer, restore it, or reset it to the factory default settings.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Overview

Orbi router model RBR10 overview

Orbi router hardware features

Orbi router LED behavior

Orbi satellite model RBS10 overview

Orbi satellite hardware features

Orbi satellite LED behavior

Connect your router

Place your Orbi satellite

Sync your Orbi satellite with your Orbi router

Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the network

Wired connection

WiFi connection

WiFi connection using WPS

Types of logins

Router and satellite labels

Set up and manage with the NETGEAR Orbi app

Use a web browser to access the router

Use the automatic Internet setup option

Log in to the Orbi router web interface

Change the language

Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Setup Wizard

Manually set up the Internet connection

Specify an Internet connection without a login

Specify an Internet connection that uses a login

Requirements for entering IPv6 addresses

Specify IPv6 Internet connections

Use auto detection for an IPv6 Internet connection

Use auto configuration for an IPv6 Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 6rd tunnel Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 6to4 tunnel Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 pass-through Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 fixed Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 DHCP Internet connection

Set up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet connection

Change the MTU size

Control Access to the Internet

Enable Circle smart parental controls

Enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi router web interface

Enable Circle smart parental controls using the Orbi app

Activate and manage NETGEAR Armor using the Orbi app

Allow or block access to your network

Use keywords to block Internet sites

Delete keywords that are used to block Internet sites

Avoid blocking on a trusted computer

Block services from the Internet

Manage network access control lists

Schedule when to block Internet sites and services

Set up security event email notifications

Optimize Performance

Enable or disable WiFi Multimedia Quality of Service

Improve network connections with Universal Plug and Play

Enable or disable daisy-chain topology

Enable or disable implicit beamforming

Enable or disable MU-MIMO

Enable or disable fast roaming

Specify Network Settings

View or change WAN settings

Manage Dynamic DNS

Set up a new Dynamic DNS account

Specify a DNS account that you already created

Change the Dynamic DNS settings

Set up a default DMZ server

Change the router’s device name

Change the LAN TCP/IP settings

Use the router as a DHCP server

Disable the DHCP server feature in the router

Manage reserved LAN IP addresses

Reserve an IP address

Edit a reserved IP address

Delete a reserved IP address entry

Manage custom static routes

Set up a static route