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Ingatestonian
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Feb 13, 2026

Resetting Orbi RBS50Y outdoor satellite

I've bought a second-hand RBS50Y and want to add it into my existing mesh.

 

However, from reading the manual, once the satellite is synced it needs resetting to be able to sync it to a new device.

 

How can I reset the device in order to allow it to sync again? The manual is not really clear, just mentioning the reset button - is that sufficient? Do you just press it briefly and that's it?

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  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Feb 13, 2026

    press and hold reset for 7-15 seconds while its powered on. The status light should change color and blink when held long enough. 

  • StephenB's avatar
    StephenB
    Guru - Experienced User
    Feb 13, 2026
    Ingatestonian wrote:

    I've bought a second-hand RBS50Y and want to add it into my existing mesh.

    Is it compatible?

    • https://kb.netgear.com/000065169/Which-Orbi-routers-and-satellites-are-compatible