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What to Do When a Smart TV Will Not Connect to Wi-Fi

Troubleshoot a television that cannot join the home wireless network.

Quick Answer

Restart the TV and router, verify the Wi-Fi password, test another device, and check whether the TV supports the router's current band/security settings.

Step by Step

  1. Check power, cables, network connection, and the currently selected input/account before changing advanced settings.
  2. Restart the TV and router, verify the Wi-Fi password, test another device, and check whether the TV supports the router's current band/security settings.
  3. Test the device after each change so you know what resolved the problem.
  4. Use factory reset or removing/re-adding a smart-home device only after simpler troubleshooting fails.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Menu names and capabilities vary by TV, streaming device, smart-home ecosystem, manufacturer, and model.
  • Smart-home devices can depend on Wi-Fi, hubs, cloud services, Thread/Matter controllers, and account integrations; determine which layer is failing before resetting the accessory.