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- Connect your Samsung TV to WiFi by navigating to the Network Settings.
- Alternatively, you can establish an internet connection on Samsung TV through an Ethernet cable.
If you want to download apps or stream your favorite movies or TV series, connect your Samsung TV to a WiFi network. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for connecting your Samsung TV to WiFi, with or without a remote control.
How to Connect Samsung TV to WiFi [New Models]
1. Hit the Settings icon once you turn on your Samsung TV.
2. Click the All Settings option and choose Connections.
3. Navigate to Network and hit the Open Network Settings.
4. On the next screen, select the Wireless option, and your Samsung TV will search for available WiFi networks.
5. After choosing your preferred WiFi, enter your WIFI password and hit the Go button to connect your TV to WiFi.
How to Connect Older Models of Samsung TV to WiFi
1. Start by clicking the Settings option on the Samsung TV home screen.
2. Navigate to General settings and choose Network.
3. Move to Network Settings and click the Wireless option.
4. Choose the WiFi option and enter the passcode.
5. Finally, click the OK button to connect your Samsung TV to the wireless network.
How to Connect Samsung TV to WiFi Without a Remote
If you’ve misplaced your physical Samsung TV remote control, don’t worry. Alternatively, you can install the SmartThings remote app on your smartphone from the App Store or Play Store.
After installing the app, sign in to your Samsung account and pair it with your Samsung TV. Before pairing, connect your smartphone and Samsung TV to the same WiFi. Once connected, you can use the navigation buttons on the remote to go to the Network Settings and switch from existing WiFi to a new WiFi network on your Samsung TV.
Moreover, you can use external devices like a universal remote control, a wired mouse, and a wired keyboard to connect your Samsung TV to WiFi.
How to Connect Samsung TV to a Wired Internet Connection
Is your WiFi network unstable, and do you face issues with connecting your Samsung TV to the internet wirelessly? Here’s the perfect solution for you! Instead of a wireless network, you can also use an Ethernet cable to connect your Samsung TV to the internet.
To do that, fetch an ethernet cable and connect one end to the Samsung TV’s ethernet port and the other to your WiFi router. After this, navigate to Settings → General → Network → Open Network Settings → Wired → OK.
Why Can’t I Connect a Samsung TV to a WiFi Connection?
You can’t connect your Samsung TV to Wi-Fi when the router is damaged, incorrect Wi-Fi credentials, or the distance between your TV & the Wi-Fi router is too long. Sometimes, unknown technical glitches might restrict you from connecting the Samsung TV to the Internet.
To resolve this problem, restart the router, enter the right WiFi password, and keep the router & TV close to each other. If it doesn’t solve the problem, restart or update your Samsung TV firmware to its latest version and try again.
That’s all, folks. The full potential of Samsung Smart TV is unleashed only when connected to the Internet. In case your remote is broken or lost, use the official Samsung TV remote app or ethernet cable to connect the Samsung TV to the Internet without a remote.
