It is undoubtedly true that the firmware of the router and satellite must be upgraded to the newest version if you want the better working of the Orbi mesh WiFi system. Although, Orbi updates the firmware automatically. But sometimes due to some technical complications it not updates the firmware. So, in this situation, you need to update the Orbi firmware manually via Orbi Netgear login.

If you are unaware of the process of how to update Orbi firmware, then you don’t need to worry. After all, we have steps by step guide. So, we advise the users not to skip the points from the post. If you skip any point, then the entire process will halt. Read on!

Before we start the firmware update process we would like to tell you about the needs that you will require during the procedure.

Requirements of Orbi Firmware Update

Here we listed all the important requirements that help you during the firmware update.

• Electricity source that supplies the fluctuation-free power supply.

• A stable and constant internet connection from modem and ISP.

• Devices like a smartphone, computers, or laptops.

• Update Browser.

• Keep the default web URL of Orbi.

• Note down the administration details to access the dashboard.

That’s all the things that you have to prepare just before the firmware process. Now, let’s move to the next section in which we explain all the steps in detail.

Steps to Update Orbi Firmware

Give Power to Orbi

Plug the Netgear Orbi power cable into the working socket which supplies the sufficient power supply.

After plugging in the Orbi, you need to press the power button until the device is boot up.

Connect Orbi to Modem

Now, take an Ethernet cable in your hand and insert one end of the cable into the Orbi and the second end into the host modem.

Make sure the cable you use is damage-free and works properly.

Power Computer

Switch on the computer by pressing the power on button. After that check the browser version to ensure your device has updated the browser or not. If not, then update it at the same time.

Open the Browser

Once the browser is upgraded, you need to open it and download the firmware version of the Netgear Orbi according to the model and name.

Save the downloaded version at the desired location.

Access the Default Web Address

Now, you need to access the default web address of Netgear Orbi by inserting it into the URL bar.

Note: During typing the URL do not make typing errors. Plus, cross-check the URL after typing to avoid the login issues.

Press the Enter key to reach out to the login portal of Orbi.

Log In to Netgear Orbi

You will see the login page of the Netgear Orbi. You have to put the login details like username and password.

We advise you to keep the caps lock of the keyboard off while inserting the credentials.

Hit the Login button to access the dashboard of the device.

Update Firmware

Within a second you will see the Basic Home Screen in which you need to follow the following steps to update the firmware:

• Go to the Menu Settings

• Select the Advanced > Administration settings.

• Firmware Update > Manual Update.

• Firmware Update page display.

• Select the Check box.

• Upload the downloaded firmware version.

• Click on the Save button.

Congratulations! Your device has been updated successfully.

Thus, these are the steps that you need to perform to update the firmware through the Orbi Netgear login page.

Conclusion,

Now, you know how to update the firmware of the Netgear Orbi in a hassle-free manner. Once the device is updated you will get the best service from the device and also get the opportunity to use the new features.