We solve problems with connecting the TV to the Internet

Today, almost any technical device has in its capabilities such an option as an internet connection. We can say that the World Wide Web is an indispensable companion in our life today. And this is not surprising: any question and any business can be solved in a matter of minutes using the capabilities of the global network. And such a device, like a TV, was no exception. Almost any modern TV can go to the world wide web. But what if the TV does not connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi?

The most common cause is a hardware failure device.

First of all, let's find out how the network connection scheme works. And then we will try for ourselves to answer the question: why are there any problems with the connection? So, let's take a closer look at what TV is like with access to a global web service.

The most popular TV in this series are probably Samsung SMART TV. They have their own operating system with their proprietary shell and, accordingly, their own application store. Of course, a variety of programs, he can not boast. However, what is it worth being able to play Angry Birds on the big screen with just hands? Progress does not stand still, so you can expect new compatible games and applications.

Do not forget about TVs with the Android operating system. Here is where there is a person to disperse: you will have millions of programs and millions of games. In general, everyone will find a TV with access to the World Wide Web to taste. If this is more or less clear, let us turn to the topic of our conversation: why the TV does not connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi, and how to deal with it? We will solve this question on the example of the Samsung SMART TV.

Connect to the network via Wi-Fi

First, let's talk about your first connection to the network through a wireless module. Perhaps here lies the cause of your problems, which, in fact, you can then solve. This is done very simply, so it’s enough to go through the points and follow the instructions:

  1. Make sure that the Wi-Fi router is in the on state and its connection is active;
  2. Click on the "Menu" button located on the TV remote control;
  3. Go to the "Network" item and the "Network Settings" tab. Here, read the information presented on the scoreboard and click "Start". The search for the wireless router begins;
  4. After that, a list of found networks will be displayed on the screen. You will need to choose your own and then click “Next”. If necessary, enter the password and wait for the connection to be established;
  5. At the end of the process, click on OK and feel free to use all possible Internet services.

As you can see, the installation of the TV connection to the Internet via Wi-Fi is quite simple. There should be no problems. So let's see what could be the problem, as well as ways to fix them.

Problems connecting the TV to the Internet

  1. If all the above points are done correctly, and there were no errors in the process of their execution, and there is still no connection to the network, then there may be a problem with the router or cable itself. Check if you paid for the Internet? You can try to connect, for example, from a smartphone or tablet and check its operation. With a positive result, you will need to resolve conflicts with the router itself.
  2. If in the process of connecting to the TV network, it gives an error that the connection failed, then you should check the IP settings. If you have it written there: get it automatically, then you should try to set these parameters manually. And, accordingly, vice versa. They must match the parameters of the router (with the exception of the last IP number).

Let's sum up

Today we have studied in detail the capabilities of a TV that has Internet access. We also looked at setting up a connection to the router via Wi-Fi, possible connection problems, and how to fix them. Now you yourself can safely make setting up the TV connection to the Internet and even eliminate problems encountered during installation. Happy viewing and entertainment, friends! Share your experience in the comments and help others better understand this issue.