Who likes to binge watch Netflix on your idiot box? I do, especially on those days that I prefer to sit it out at my home with a large tub of popcorn and cups of piping hot java. Do you want to do that too? But do not have a built-in Wi-Fi? Don’t worry here we will tell you exactly how to binge on Netflix box sets just by connecting your Smart TV to the internet, Just three easy steps and you are done, and it is as easy as that, all you have to really do is connect to the internet. There are both wireless and wired options for you to try and you can enable connection in the following ways.
1. Try the wireless option – connect to your home Wi-Fi
Most of the Smart TVs available nowadays are Wi-Fi-enabled. Now, what do we mean by Wi-Fi enabled? It means that they have an inbuilt wireless adapter. If you want to connect to the web you require just a couple of minutes to do it. But this option works only when your TV is in the same room as the router.
Let’s explore the reasons why you need a wireless connection and why it works for you.
· It requires no trailing wires and hence you can live a clutter-free existence.
· You can try various options on how to keep your TV in different positions in your living room. The best option is mounting it on the wall.
· The best part, it is easy to set it up – Click on a few buttons and you are good to go. Now, the most important part how will you connect to your TV?
· Click on the menu button on your TV remote.
· Next, go the Network Settings options, then set up a wireless connection.
· Select an appropriate wireless network name for your Wi-Fi.
· The next step should be a breeze, just punch on the Wi-Fi password on the remote.
2. For a wired experience plug it directly into your router
If you are looking for the stablest and strongest connection? Plug it into your TV directly into the internet router through an Ethernet cable. The only requirement, bring your TV close to your router.
When you are trying to connect to more than one device, ensure that your connection stays super strong. You can do that by selecting the effective beam forming router.
Here is why you should go for a wired connection
· It is easy to set up – all you need to do is just plug in.
· It provides a reliable connection, ensures that your streaming should be buffering-free.
· The speed is simply amazing, even faster than Wi-Fi.
Get to know here how you can connect to your TV?
· Locate the Ethernet port found right on the back of your TV.
· Next, enable the connecting of the Ethernet cable from your router to the port of your TV.
· Click on the Menu button on your TV’s remote and find the Network Settings.
· Enable the wired internet by selecting the option.
· Click on the remote’s button to type your Wi-Fi password.
3. Use a powerline to connect to the internet when your TV is stationed upstairs
So are you unable to connect the internet to your TV as the router and the TV are in separate rooms? Don’t you worry, your problem can be solved in a jiffy!
Sometimes the router located far away from your device may mean your signal goes weak. Don’t worry you can extend the reach of your home network with the powerline kit. What does a powerline kit contain? It contains 2 Ethernet cables and 2 adaptors. As soon as the adapters are plugged into power sockets and the router, the internet signal is transferred down the electrical cables.
Why should you go for powerline?
· It delivers a strong internet connection to a room which is far away from the router.
· The internet can be availed of to the furthest corner of your home.
· It is really easy to set up.
How would you connect the Smart TV with an internet connection using only a powerline adapter?
· Plug the first powerline adapter into a socket in the router’s room.
· Connect the adapter to your broadband router with an Ethernet cable.
· Next, plug in the second powerline adapter into a socket in the Smart TV room.
· Find the Ethernet port on your Smart TV and plug an Ethernet cable there.
· Next, take the other end of the Ethernet cable and connect it to your powerline adapter,
So now you know how exactly can you enjoy a seamless watch on the idiot box by connecting to the internet! All the processes are pretty easy to follow. Go ahead and try the methods and let us know whether it worked for you.
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