There can be many reasons making you force to reset your Orbi, maybe your Orbi is not working the way it should or you simply forgot the password for doing Orbi login.
Whatever the reason is, there are many ways to reset an Orbi to default factory settings. In this post, you will learn various ways to reset Orbi in a snap. The following guide will run you through the step-by-step instructions for resetting an Orbi to factory defaults.
How to Factory Reset Orbi
Soft Reset Method
The easiest way to reset your Orbi is through the Soft Reset method. For this:
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Navigate to the dashboard of your Orbi.
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Search for Reset option in the settings.
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Follow the on-screen prompts until you complete the reset process.
Note: With so many different Orbi models, the process to factory reset the device remain the same. So, no matter whether you have Orbi cbr40 or any other model, following the steps above, you can easily reset your Orbi to the default settings.
Hard Reset Method
If you are unable to log in to your Orbi, then this method is the one you can try to take your WiFi router to its factory defaults. Before starting the process to reset Orbi, make sure it is turned on and receiving sufficient power supply.
To reset the device, locate Factory Reset button on your Orbi.
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Press the button and then release it.
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Wait till the power light on your Orbi stops blinking.
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Your Orbi will restart and get back to default settings.
Also, be informed that taking your Orbi to factory defaults will not degrade the firmware version of the device, only the settings of your WiFi device will be back to defaults.
Once you are all done with the reset process for your Orbi, you need to configure it again for using internet. Just in case you are not well-informed about the process of Orbi setup, follow the steps below.
How to do Orbi Setup?
To again configure your Orbi, follow the below-listed steps as they are:
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Connect your Orbi to modem.
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To connect both the devices, you can either opt for an Ethernet cable or do it wirelessly. However, we recommend you choose wired setup method to avoid any issues while configuring your Orbi.
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Once done, launch a web browser on your computer and access orbilogin web address.
Quick Tip: Make sure the web browser you use to access orbilogin is spouting latest version.
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Orbi router login page will appear asking you to enter your login details.
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Use the default credentials and proceed further by hitting the Sign in button.
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Various on-screen instructions will reveal on your computer's screen. Following the same, you would easily be able to complete the Orbi setup process.
Bonus: At the time of reconfiguring your Orbi, keep all the WiFi-interfering devices at bay. Else, you will not get success with Orbi setup.
Howbeit, if you face any issues while doing the Orbi reset or setup, feel free to shoot your query in the comments section. You can also seek help for any other issues related to your Orbi by sending your query to us via email.