How to Connect Orbi Mesh Router to T-Mobile Internet?
You cannot connect a WiFi router directly to a T-Mobile internet fiber cable. That is why T-Mobile provides WiFi gateways to users that can be coupled with a variety of networking devices to provide seamless internet connectivity in the house. Generally, these gateways are modems that do not have very high WiFi range. Due to this fact, people tend to connect Orbi mesh router to T-Mobile internet gateways. Some are able to do it successfully whereas some fail. If you belong to the second lot, then we have tailored a guide for you. With the help of this blog, you will get to know the connection process of these devices. Continue reading!
Steps to Connect Orbi Mesh Router to T-Mobile Internet
There are two methods available to connect an Orbi WiFi router to the gateway provided by T-Mobile telecom services. In the first method, you have to go to the orbilogin.net URL. On the other hand, the second method uses the mobile application specifically designed for Orbi mesh network management. Since it is very easy to perform operations via the mobile app, we are mentioning the steps to connect your devices using that approach below.
Before getting started, you need to know that Orbi mesh system also has satellites that need to be synced with the router to provide you with the seamless internet connectivity throughout the house.
Step 1: Get Started with the Orbi and T-Mobile Connection
The first step involved in the connection process is all about downloading the Orbi application. You can either go to orbi-app.com or simply navigate to the corresponding application store of your mobile phone to complete this task. But, whichever path you choose, ensure that you are not downloading the outdated version of the app. Launch the Orbi app after the installation finishes and create your Netgear account in case you don’t have one. Tap the GET STARTED option after that.
Step 2: Restart Your Gateway and Hardwire It to Orbi
Stay on the app and tap the option labeled ENABLE CAMERA AND SCAN. Go to the router and scan the QR code located on its sleeve or base. Tap CONTINUE on the app. You are now supposed to select the Orbi product and the number of satellites present in your mesh system. The app will now instruct you to restart the T-Mobile internet gateway. Walk through them to give a successful restart to your mesh system.
Now, take the Ethernet cable that you’ve got with your Orbi mesh router and satellites. Insert its one end into the different colored port of your Orbi router and another one into the Ethernet port of your T-Mobile device. After that, plug your Orbi device into the power outlet with the help of its power adapter and let it start up. Wait for 5 minutes till the ring LED on the router becomes solid white. Also, place your satellites in the same room as router and switch them on.
Step 3: Connect Mobile to Orbi Router SSID
Return to the Orbi app once again after powering up your devices and select CONTINUE. Now, disconnect your mobile phone from the cellular data or another WiFi and connect it to the Orbi mesh router’s default SSID. You can find the router’s SSID on the product label. On the app’s dashboard, go to the PERSONALIZE YOUR SETTINGS page by tapping CONTINUE several times. As soon as you tap NEXT, you will see the CREATE WIFI NETWORK page.
Step 4: Personalize the Settings and Finalize the Connection
This section consists of the final steps involved in the process to connect Orbi mesh router to T-Mobile Internet gateway. You are now supposed to create new SSID and WiFi password for the mesh router. Tap NEXT and your will reach the SET UP ADMIN LOGIN page. On this page, you will be prompted to create the Netgear Orbi login password. Apart from this, you have to answer two security questions.
The mobile device will now suggest you to connect to the new Orbi WiFi network. Tap CONTINUE after that let the router check for Netgear Orbi firmware update. The process will take 5-8 minutes. Thus, wait patiently. You should tap UPDATE if a new firmware version is available. Tap NEXT and then pick up your satellites to move them to their permanent locations.
Note: After the setup and connection process of Orbi mesh router with the T-mobile internet gateway, it is not necessary that you will have to maintain a line of sight between the router and satellite. They just need to be present in each other’s range.
The Bottom Line
With all the above discussion, we are now about to wrap up post explaining how to connect Orbi mesh router to T-Mobile internet. Let us hope that after taking the help of what information we have provided you so far will be able to help you with the connection process. Now, you can connect to WiFi in any part of your house as your Orbi is working seamlessly with T-Mobile internet gateway.
