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Orbi Blocking Websites - Solved
ORBI is blocking HTTPS websites that are not explicitly defined in URL.
To unblock any https website, do the following:
Log into to your router admin console (https://orbilogin.net)
Click on Advanced Tab
Click on Security >> Block Services
Click Add
Click on Service Type DropDown and Select HTTPS
Click Add to save
Your all set. Close out admin and then retry ORBI admin console as just orbilogin.net and waalaa.Add Https as unblocked service
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Hi jeffbr26
Thanks for sharing these tips on what is working for you.
Regards,
Blanca
Community Team- I want to block youtube on the devices my kid uses. but not on the device I use. can we do that with orbi mesh network?
bdiges wrote:
I want to block youtube on the devices my kid uses. but not on the device I use. can we do that with orbi mesh network?Not with the default Orbi on-board keyword blocker - which can work with clear text http only anyway - I'm afraid.
The only way to achieve this is using some App on the end-point, like the Smart Parental Controls which comes in two flavors (Circle or Netgear Smart Parental Controls SPC) depending on your product. More and more devices will be added or migrated from Circle to SPC with coming-up firmware updates.
Many thanks. I'll give that a go now. Orbilogin was of course one of the sites I couldn't get to! Hope this works.
all working fine now. thanks for your help.
Im having the same issue, how did you end up logging into Orbilogin ? It keeps blocking me! Cheers
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joewerms wrote:
Im having the same issue, how did you end up logging into Orbilogin ? It keeps blocking me! Cheers
joewerms , looks like you have double routers in your network and that's why you can't login to Orbi, and this is -probably- the reason of seeing some sites blocked.
Please open a Command Prompt on any computer attached to Orbi (the comupter you're trying to login to Orbi from) and type:
> tracert 8.8.8.8 (traceroute to Google’s DNS server)
If you see two private IP addresses listed in the first two hops then you have double NAT and you need to modify your setup. If you see only one private address and the second hop shows a public address, then you’re all good.
jeffbr26 wrote:
ORBI is blocking HTTPS websites that are not explicitly defined in URL.
To unblock any https website, do the following:
Thank you. This fixed the same problem I was having as well!
It begs the question why by default are these routers set to block HTTPS sites which are not defined in the URL? I'd imagine heaps of people will be puzzled running into this issue.
How were you able to get logged in to orbilogin.net?
This solved my problem but is the hacker now able to steal my information because I basically told the router to allow the https request, regardless of the certificate being expired or not expired? Where are my comments going? Why are they disappearing. I am having major issues because Deep State scumbags are attacking me, to keep me silenced. https://covertmassgenocide.com https://deepstatecriminals.com How can I resolve this issue [DoS Attack: RST Scan] from source: 18.136.3.76, port 8888, Friday, June 04, 2021 17:32:42
[DoS Attack: SYN/ACK Scan] from source: 52.162.107.6, port 443, Friday, June 04, 2021 17:29:43 Why does noboby seem to have a solution for DOS and DDOS attacks? How come restoring my router to factory defaults does not resolve the issue?
Modem Combo Units:
Couple of options to try,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ for the IP address the Orbi router gets from the modem. Then you can use the Orbi router in Router mode.
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the Orbi router to the modem, LAN to LAN and configure AP mode on the Orbi router.
My Setup (Cable 900Mb/50Mb)CM1100>XR450> > EX7700 (Wireless Extender)
Additional NG HW: Orbi CBK40(Gateway Mode), R7800, EX7500/EX7700 and WNHDE111this fixed my apple tv's, and my email links
What did you do to fix your problem?
roguecyclist wrote:
this fixed my apple tv's, and my email links
First, thank you for the original post. The quick start guide that came with my router said I am supposed to go to orbilogin.com, not net, so I could not get in until I figured out the IP address.
I followed the instructions and whitelisted HTTPS, but I am still being told that sites like Facebook are insecure. I also have services blocking set to never.
I have the Orbi connected via LAN to my AT&T Arris BGW210-700 gateway. The gateway is set to Passthrough mode with DHCPS fixed to the Orbi's MAC address. My computer is connected to the Orbi via LAN. I just installed the Orbi yesterday, and that is when I started having problems with sites being blocked. I have also had some apps on my phone blocked. I am assuming the issue has to be in the Orbi, because none of these problems happened before. Thanks!
What Firmware is currently loaded?
Try putting the modem back to modem/router mode and configure the Orbi for AP mode and see if sites are blocked?
Moviecane wrote:
First, thank you for the original post. The quick start guide that came with my router said I am supposed to go to orbilogin.com, not net, so I could not get in until I figured out the IP address.
I followed the instructions and whitelisted HTTPS, but I am still being told that sites like Facebook are insecure. I also have services blocking set to never.
I have the Orbi connected via LAN to my AT&T Arris BGW210-700 gateway. The gateway is set to Passthrough mode with DHCPS fixed to the Orbi's MAC address. My computer is connected to the Orbi via LAN. I just installed the Orbi yesterday, and that is when I started having problems with sites being blocked. I have also had some apps on my phone blocked. I am assuming the issue has to be in the Orbi, because none of these problems happened before. Thanks!
I have the most up to date firmware. Since I wrote the post, I also discovered that my Ring doorbell would not connect. I put it in AP mode like you suggested, and now everything works great! I'm not sure it is worth trying to play with the Orbi as a router if it is working so well as an AP. Thank you!
- Thanks. One of the app was not working for me. This solution fixed it. Thanks.
I'm having trouble getting to https://orbilogin.net/ too - it's being blocked because of this issue. Any hints on how to get to the settings so I can access the advanced settings and make this change?
What Firmware is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?Are you trying to access the RBRs web page with a PC and web browser?
acemathias wrote:I'm having trouble getting to https://orbilogin.net/ too - it's being blocked because of this issue. Any hints on how to get to the settings so I can access the advanced settings and make this change?
I have read all the support and still can not figure out what to do... please keep answers simple as that was the whole reason i went with the orbi system.
it is an Orbi RBR40 with 3 satelites connected to att uverse - i cant even find this in the netgear drop down.
issue: Orbi is not connecting to websites - even the the orbilogin.net website is being blocked and asking for a password
background: i connected the orbi to my ATT uverse modem that was installed the previous day. Internet was running perfectly with the att router that was provided. I simply unplugged the att router and then plugged in the orbi router to expand the broadcast.
what is the step by step approach to fixing this? and please dont say "Configure the modem for transparent bridge mode"
- i have no idea what this means...
- i have the orbi app on my phone and thats about it. i cant seem to connect to the orbi on my computer, because of this issue.
- i have read about turn of double IP settings, or turn off this or that - but can not seem to find a simple step by step approach to fixing this problem that i was assured was an out of box solution for a simple person like me.
Please help.
Sorry but this does not work. I can't get to the console page because I am blocked - it's a catch 22. Please can someone explain in PLAIN ENGLISH how to fix this? I bought this because it is supposed to be simple to set up. I am not an IT expert so need steps in simple language not jargon. Thanks
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too? Is there a built in router here by chance?
JennaJ wrote:Sorry but this does not work. I can't get to the console page because I am blocked - it's a catch 22. Please can someone explain in PLAIN ENGLISH how to fix this? I bought this because it is supposed to be simple to set up. I am not an IT expert so need steps in simple language not jargon. Thanks
ok, i'm going to try and answer this, as i was having the same problem - and the answers were just very confusing.
Background----
1. my network had a ATT ROUTER that the ATT guy put in place. Internet was up and running and was good, as long as i was close to the router. So I bought the Orbi - because the review and people at Best Buy said it was "just plug in and everything is good and will fill the whole house and outside"
2. It doesnt work that way - here is why (in my terms (im sure i will get this wrong)
3. The ATT ROUTER is sending out an IP address that allows your home to access the internet
4. As soon as you connect the ORBI - without doing anything else, it too will send out an IP address
5. this is fine, except that now the IP addresses have a conflict and wont let certain websites connect - i dont know the technical reason why - it just does.
6. so... HERE IS THE KEY... you have to turn off the ORBI system, from generating its own IP address, and use the one the ATT Router generates, and ONLY use the ORBI to expand the wireless network throughout the house. In order to do this you need to change the ORBI from "ROUTER MODE" to "ACCESS POINT" or AP mode... they dont make it easy to do this so i found this YOUTUBE VIDEO
7. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo
8. i had to watch the video all the way through once so i knew what was going to happen, and then i watched, and then paused at each step and actually did the same thing.
9. It worked.
10. basically there will be a login to the ORBI device by typing "orbilogin.com" in a browser
--- the login is "admin" / "password" meaning that is the code... user name = "admin" and password = "password"
--- follow the video, pause every step and do exactly what it says - and it will work.
11. they really should have a external button that does this and you choose from the very beginning before plugging into your providers Router.
hope this helps - in my plain english...
I cannot log on to the OrbiNet site because my Orbi is blocking it. How do i work around this in order to access the page to allow HTTPS sites? Thank you!
What Firmware is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too? Built in router here by chance? If so, This would be a double NAT condition which isn't recommended. https://kb.netgear.com/30186/What-is-Double-NAT
https://kb.netgear.com/30187/How-to-fix-issues-with-Double-NAT
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge or modem only mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ/ExposedHost or IP Pass-Through for the IP address the Orbi router gets from the modem. Then you can use the Orbi router in Router mode.
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the Orbi router to the modem, configure AP mode on the Orbi router. https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop
MaryBirk wrote:I cannot log on to the OrbiNet site because my Orbi is blocking it. How do i work around this in order to access the page to allow HTTPS sites? Thank you!
