How to connect chromecast wifi

How to Connect Chromecast to Wi-Fi

This small 35$ device from Google is a streaming device that allows you to view your mobile content on the big screen, that is, your TV.

Connect Chromecast to Wi-Fi on TV

Before you can use your Chromecast device, you need to connect it to your display device. It is important that you also have a power outlet nearby.

• The Chromecast needs a USB power connector and connects to HDMI input.
• It requires a home Wi-Fi network that has all your devices connected to it. For example, your ‘Casting Device’ and ‘Display Device’ should be on the same network.
• Once you plug in the Chromecast to the HDMI port on the rear side of your TV, you can proceed to install the companion app for your mobile device.
• Then, using this app on Android or iOS, you can cast your content and view it on your big screen like an HDTV.

Connect Chromecast to Wi-Fi First Time

When you are about to set up your Chromecast device for the first time, note that you have downloaded the latest app for your mobile device.

• The ‘Google Home’ app for iOS and for Android must be updated.
• Now, you must have two things ready: your app downloaded and installed on your device that will cast content to display device like HDTV, and the device powered up.
• Never forget to check the minimum requirements like OS requirements, app version, etc.
• When you open the app, it finds the Chromecast device automatically and asks you to connect it to a Wi-Fi. Choose the home Wi-Fi network.
• Make sure this is the same network your iPhone is connected to.

Connect Chromecast to a Wi-Fi Network

When trying to connect it to the right Wi-Fi network, take care. You need to have a Google Account in order to begin the setup.

• First, open the Google Home Application in your iPhone/iPad or Android device that you just downloaded and installed.
• Tap first on ‘Get Started’ and then, tap on ‘Set-Up’.
• You will havet o confirm your Google Account to add the Chromecast device to it, and tap ‘Ok’.
• Here you can choose between ‘Bluetooth’ and ‘Wi-Fi’, and we will do ‘No Thanks’ for ‘Bluetooth’ and tap on ‘Wi-Fi’ instead.
• After that, the scanning of devices starts after which you have to select the Wi-Fi as mentioned above. Follow this (https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/2998456?hl=en-SG) for detailed steps.

• The OS requirements for running Chromecast for Android and iOS are available here.
• Always make sure both the devices are connect to the same Wi-Fi network.

Now that you have done learning how to connect your Chromecast to a Wi-Fi, perhaps you already have more room for some tips and tricks.

Supposed that your Chromecast just stopped working and all of a sudden it had trouble connecting to your Wi-Fi network. Well, there is no need to fret because here are some quick fixes to common issues involving your Chromecast.

Quick Fixes To Issues Between Chromecast and Your Router

Check your Wi-Fi network

One of the reasons why you can no longer connect your Chromecast to your Wi-Fi network is because you failed to update your device to a recently changed router password. Another reason is a second Wi-Fi network installed leading Chromecast to connect to different networks.

The quick solution is to ensure that Chromecast is connected with the same network as the one used by your mobile devices.

Use the extender cable

It can sometimes get interference from your huge TV making it difficult to get a clear signal. Fortunately, you can get some help by using an extender cable so that your Chromecast can connect to the Wi-Fi better as it sticks out of the back of your TV.

Reset the modem or router

Turn off the router or modem and unplug the power cord. Simply wait for 10 seconds before reconnecting the power cord and turning it back on.

Factory data reset

You can reset your Chromecast completely back to its original or factory defaults. Although this will not delete any of the app data, you will have to go through the process of setting up again.

Check if the network is operating at 2.4GHz

The signal settings of the router must be checked to determine if the Wi-Fi network is operating in 2.4GHz. That is because Chromecasts only works in this frequency.

Update the firmware of your router

If there is a notification about a firmware update when you log into the router’s settings menu, it means that you need to click it to improve the performance.

Adjust the router channels

Avoid interference from using automatic feature of your router channel. Instead, use a numbered channel option, such as 1, 6, or 11. Also, avoid sharing the same channel as your neighbors to improve the performance of your Chromecast.

If you seem not to find any solution to your current issues, perhaps it is time to buy a new router.

Why won’t my chromecast connect to my WiFi?

Make sure you’re using the correct password. Try re-entering it again. If you’re setting up from a supported iOS or Android device, make sure you’re using the most recent version of the Google Home app. The Chromecast device is within 15 – 20 ft of the mobile device or tablet you’re using to set it up.

How do I reset my chromecast WiFi?

The reset button is located on the side of your Chromecast, next to the micro-USB port. Press this button until the LED light stops flashing orange and starts flashing white. If you’re using a first-generation Chromecast, you can find the reset button at the back of your device.

How do I relink my chromecast?

Once you’ve got the Chromecast in-hand—still plugged into the power and TV! —just press the one and only physical button on the side of the unit for roughly eight seconds. The Chromecast’s indicator light will blink while you’re holding the button—slowly at first, then faster once it gets closer to resetting.

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This wikiHow teaches you how to set up Wi-Fi for your Chromecast. You can only do this using Google Home on a phone or tablet—setting up Chromecast Wi-Fi is no longer supported on a computer.

• Install and open the Google Home app to get started.
• Follow the onscreen prompts to set up your Chromecast.
• Find and select the desired Wi-Fi network for your Chromecast and enter its login information.

Using an Android Phone or Tablet

• Connect the cable to the Chromecast and power supply.
• Plug the power supply into an outlet near your TV.
• Plug the Chromecast into an HDMI port on your TV. This is usually found on the back or side of the TV.

• Open the Play Store app on the home screen or app menu of your Android phone or tablet.
• Tap the search bar at the top and type «google home».
• Tap the app to open it. If you cannot find Google Home, you may be on an older software version that is unsupported. Check for a software update in your settings. You must be running Android 5.0 or higher on a phone, or Android 6.0 or higher on a tablet. [1] X Research source
• Tap Install to install the app. The app will download in the background and will be added to your app menu or home screen when done.

Open the Google Home app. It looks like a white icon with a colorful house. Tap the app to open it.

Setup Google Home. Follow the prompts on the screen to connect your Google account and grant location access.

• If you have already set up Google Home before, tap Set up # device near the top left of the home screen of the app. Choose a home, then tap Next to connect the app to the Chromecast.

Look for a code on your TV. The app will display a code—check that this is the same code on your TV.

• If you wish to choose a different network, change the network on your phone or tablet in the settings.
• If you don’t see your Wi-Fi network at all, tap Other Wi-Fi Network and enter in the network details.

Tick the box if you want the app to remember the Wi-Fi network. It’s recommended to keep this ticked to make it easier to set up future Google devices.

Using an iPhone or iPad

• Connect the cable to the Chromecast and power supply.
• Plug the power supply into an outlet near your TV.
• Plug the Chromecast into an HDMI port on your TV. This is usually found on the back or side of the TV.

• Open the App Store from the home screen of your iPhone or iPad.
• Tap the search icon and type «google home».
• Tap the app to open it. If you cannot find Google Home, you may be on an older software version that is unsupported. Check for a software update in your settings. You must be running iOS 11.0 or higher.
• Tap Get to install the app. The app will download in the background and will be added to your home screen when done.

Open the Google Home app. It looks like a white icon with a colorful house. Tap the app to open it.

• If you wish to skip Bluetooth set up, tap No thanks. Tap the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad, go to Wi-Fi, and tap to connect to the Wi-Fi network that has your Chromecast name in it. Go back to the Google Home app and tap Next.
• If Bluetooth is already on, you won’t see this screen.

• If you have already set up Google Home before, tap Set up # device near the top left of the home screen of the app. Choose a home, then tap Next to connect the app to the Chromecast.

Look for a code on your TV. The app will display a code—check that this is the same code on your TV.

• If you wish to choose a different network, change the network on your phone or tablet in the settings.
• If you don’t see your Wi-Fi network at all, tap Other Wi-Fi Network and enter in the network details.

Tap OK to fill the password automatically. If you prefer to enter the password manually, tap Enter manually and type in the password.

Tick the box if you want the app to remember the Wi-Fi network. It’s recommended to keep this ticked to make it easier to set up future Google devices.

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