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aptninja
Jun 17, 2023Guide
Orbi RBR50 unable to re-connect Circle app after it lost connection, unable to receive passcode
Subject: Orbi RBR50 unable to connect Circle app after it lost connection. Orbi Serial #: 4PM26A5209518 Firmware Version: 2.7.4.24 Circle App, Agent Version: 2.3.0.4 Circle App, Database Versi...
- Jun 18, 2023
I was able to resolve the problem by rebooting the router. After rebooting the router, I was able to receive an SMS text message with the code and complete reconnecting the app.
There should be something baked into the user interface here for parental controls, within the router, that would allow one to retrieve the code, without relying on SMS text messaging.
aptninja
Jun 18, 2023Guide
I was able to resolve the problem by rebooting the router. After rebooting the router, I was able to receive an SMS text message with the code and complete reconnecting the app.
There should be something baked into the user interface here for parental controls, within the router, that would allow one to retrieve the code, without relying on SMS text messaging.
FURRYe38
Jun 29, 2023Guru - Experienced User
Glad you got it working. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/000062080/How-do-I-back-up-the-configuration-settings-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System
Enjoy. 📡