When you sign up for Xfinity Internet service, you are automatically eligible for a standard Xfinity Gateway device. Once connected, you receive Wi-Fi access on all your devices, from smartphones, tablets, and laptops, to TVs, smart speakers, and other smart devices in your home.

Netgear Orbi is one of the most popular Wi-Fi mesh setups around. For those who don’t know, a mesh Wi-Fi system is a wireless network that combines a router/modem with another mesh satellite system to expand its coverage of a Wi-Fi network. Activating a mesh Wi-Fi means faster speeds, better reliability, and wider wireless coverage.

If you’re wondering how to connect the Orbi router to the Xfinity modem, this guide has the answers for you.

However, do keep in mind that when you connect the Orbi router to the Xfinity modem, you may lose the benefits that come with Xfinity network management and its Advanced Security features.

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Moving on, let’s find out how to connect the Orbi router to the Xfinity modem.

How to Connect Orbi Router to Xfinity Modem?

The Xfinity Gateway device has the router and modem combined into one piece of equipment. However, to connect with the Orbi router, you need to turn off the router features in the Xfinity Gateway device. This refers to enabling the Bridge Mode on the device.

When you enable the Bridge Mode on the Xfinity Gateway device, it turns off only the routing capabilities. That’s when it is left open for other routers to connect.

How to Turn Off Bridge Mode on Xfinity Router?

The Xfinity Gateway device should be connected to Orbi using an Ethernet cable, and following these steps:

  • Connect your laptop to your home Xfinity network.
  • Go to http://10.0.0.1 and select Admin Tool.
  • Enter default username and password i.e. username as admin and password as password. If you had previously changed the password, enter the new password to log in.
  • Click on Gateway from the left-hand column, then At a Glance.
  • Locate the Bridge Mode tab, and change the toggle to Enable.
  • Then you’ll receive this message: “WARNING: Enabling Bridge Mode will disable Router functionality of Gateway and turn off the private WiFi network. Are you sure you want to continue?" Click OK.

Doing so will restart the wireless gateway. You can always disable the Bridge Mode by doing the above-mentioned steps again.

How to Add Access Point to Orbi Router?

When you configure Orbi as an access point, you can use Orbi’s Wi-Fi capabilities and enjoy wide coverage and faster reliability.

While your Xfinity Gateway is connected to the Orbi router through an Ethernet cable, follow these steps:

  • Launch a web browser from your computer that is connected to the Orbi network and go to orbilogin.com.
  • Login with the credentials.
  • Click on the ADVANCED
  • Then click on Advanced > Router/AP Mode.
  • On the next page, click on the AP Mode
  • Click Apply and you’re good to go.

Wrapping Up

Orbi is compatible with Xfinity Internet, which is why it’s a good idea to combine these two for reliable Wi-Fi connectivity throughout your home.

However, do keep in mind that you may be losing the Xfinity network and security features when you turn on the bridge mode. You can dial the Xfinity customer service number for more information.