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Note: Before you wall-mount your satellite or attach it to the stand, set up your satellite using the instructions in Get Started in this quick start guide.
To prevent the power adapter from accidentally disconnecting from the satellite, use the metal bracket and screw to secure the power adapter to the satellite.
To mount the power adapter to the wall, insert two wood screws into the wall (make sure to leave a portion of the screw thread exposed) and place the power adapter over the screws.
You can set up your Orbi Outdoor Universal Satellite in Orbi mode or Extender mode:
By default, the satellite is set to Orbi mode. If you want to set up your satellite in Extender mode, see Set Up Your Satellite in Extender Mode.
It might take about six minutes for your satellite to sync.
Your satellite uses the same WiFi network credentials as your Orbi router.
Your satellite is set to Orbi mode by default. You can change the mode to Extender mode and set up the satellite as an extender.
Note: After your satellite syncs with your router, the satellite's Sync button is disabled for security reasons. If you press the Sync button and the satellite's bottom Light LED pulses magenta, this LED behavior indicates that the Sync button is disabled.
If your satellite is in Orbi mode, to enable the Sync button, log in to the Orbi router web interface and go to the Attached Devices page. For more information, see the user manual.
If your satellite is in Extender mode, to enable the Sync button, log in to the extender web interface and go to the LED and Sync page. For more information, see the user manual.
To change your satellite from Extender mode back to Orbi mode, do the following:
During the setup, if you don't see the correct LED color as described in the setup steps, try the following:
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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.
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November 2018
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