A guest network gives visitors internet access without exposing your main network, connected devices, or shared files to them. Setting one up on Orbi takes just a few minutes.

Why a guest network matters

Devices on the same wifi network can often see and interact with each other by default — which is fine for your own laptop and smart TV, but not ideal for a visitor's phone, especially if you have smart home devices, shared drives, or printers on your main network. A guest network keeps visitor devices isolated from all of that.

Setup via the app

  1. Open the Orbi app and go to Settings.
  2. Select Guest Network.
  3. Toggle it on and set a name and password.
  4. Save — the guest network is now broadcasting alongside your main one.

Setup via orbilogin.com

  1. Log into orbilogin.com from a device on your main network.
  2. Navigate to the Guest Network section.
  3. Enable it and configure the name and password.
  4. Apply the settings.

Customizing guest access

Depending on your Orbi model, you may be able to set time limits, restrict guest devices from seeing each other, or set bandwidth caps to prevent guest usage from affecting your main network's performance during heavy use.

Security and firmware scope

Guest-network options differ by Orbi generation and app version. Do not assume bandwidth caps, schedules or guest-to-guest isolation are available unless they appear in the exact model documentation. The core purpose is to keep visitors away from the main LAN while providing internet access.

Before making changes

Use a distinct network name and password, choose the strongest security all required guest devices support, and avoid enabling access to local resources unless there is a clear need. Smart-home devices are not automatically safer on a guest network if they require local communication with a hub or phone.

How to verify the result

Test with a second device: browse the internet, attempt to reach a known local address and confirm the intended isolation. Recheck after firmware updates because menu labels and defaults can change.

Model note: Orbi menus, LEDs and available features vary by hardware generation, region and firmware. Use the full model number on the product label when checking official instructions.

Checks that confirm the fix

Before considering the job complete, verify the result under normal use rather than relying on a settings screen alone.

  • Join the guest network with a second device and confirm internet access.
  • Try reaching a known local device to verify the intended isolation.
  • Use a unique WPA2 or WPA3 password rather than reusing the main-network password.

Frequently asked questions

Does the guest network share my main wifi's internet speed?

It shares the same underlying internet connection, so heavy guest usage can affect overall speed unless you've set a bandwidth limit, if your model supports one.

Can guests see my other guests on the same guest network?

Depends on your model and settings — many Orbi systems offer a client isolation option specifically to prevent guest devices from seeing each other.

Related Orbi guides

Sources and verification

Interface names and available features can vary by model and firmware. Verify model-specific steps against the official documentation below.