Deep Insight of Netgear Orbi RBR40 Router
October 9, 2024 / Mark Jenkins

Deep Insight of Netgear Orbi RBR40 Router Setup

The Orbi RBR40 is an old model of the Netgear, which is easy to configure. Here, you will get to know about how to complete the Orbi RBR40 router setup and how to configure it. We will also add solutions and dispel the confusion that Orbi RBR40 is outdated or not.

Orbi RBR40 Router Setup

  • Connect the Orbi router to the modem via Ethernet cable.
  • Insert one end of the cable to the router node WAN port
  • Insert other end to the modem LAN port.
  • Power on the Satellite on desired location.
  • Press the router Sync button.
  • Press the same button on satellites within 2 minutes.

The connection has been established. It is the most used connection method to link Orbi to your home network.

Orbi Router Configuration

There are two different methods to the configure the RBR40 router;

Via Computer

  • Connect the computer to the Orbi network with the help of the LAN cable.
  • Open the web browser in computer and type in the URL orbilogin.net or IP 192.168.1.1.
  • Search it by pressing the Enter button and you will reach to the login interface page.
  • Enter the username and password (given on the label or in the user manual).
  • You will reach to the interface page, where you can easily configure the settings.

Via Phone

  • Download the Orbi app from the Play Store or App Store in your phone.
  • Open the app; log in to it with the help of the Email address or admin credentials.
  • You will get the admin credentials from the Orbi label or in the user manual.
  • Enter the credentials and log in to the app and configure all the settings.

Let’s see how you can easily update the firmware and change the WiFi password of the network after Orbi RBR40 router setup.

Firmware Update

  • Access to the interface orbilogin.net
  • Select the Advanced Settings> select the Firmware tab.
  • Choose the latest Orbi Firmware version and download it.
  • Install the update and reboot the Mesh system.

WiFi Password Change

  • Access the app or interface.
  • Open the Wireless Settings.
  • Enter the new password and save the changes to apply.

Now, have a look at the latest query, it is a question “Is Orbi RBR40 outdated”. Let’s find out it is true or not;

Is Orbi RBR40 Outdate?

Yes, it is true the Netgear Orbi RBR40 is gone end-of-life and is now considered outdated. It means you can’t buy it from any Netgear store. But, if you want to solve any technical issues you must update it straight away, or if the update is not available, then apply these below given tips and solutions.

Restart

  • Plug out the Orbi power adapter from the wall socket and plug it again to reboot it.
  • You can also reboot it by pressing the power button twice.

Reset

  • Find the reset button.
  • Press it for 10 seconds.
  • The Orbi factory reset process will start.
  • Configure the Orbi device again.

Replace RBR40

The last solution is replacing the Orbi RBR40 device to a new or latest one. You can visit nearby Netgear Store (offline or online) to select.

Conclusion

Here, you have read about how to complete Netgear Orbi RBR40 router setup and configure it through different methods.

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