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# Select as the network type. A list of Wi-Fi networks will appear.
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# Select as the network type. A list of Wi-Fi networks will appear.
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#* If you don't see the network you're looking for, try rebooting your Wi-Fi access point.
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#* If you don't see the network you're looking for, try rebooting your Wi-Fi access point.
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#* 2018 Smart TV models (NU7100, NU710D, NU7300, and NU730D) can only connect to 2.4Ghz wireless networks. If you're trying to connect one of these models to a 5GHz network, you won't be able to make the connection.<ref>https://ift.tt/2HQ4u91>
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#* 2018 Smart TV models (NU7100, NU710D, NU7300, and NU730D) can only connect to 2.4Ghz wireless networks. If you're trying to connect one of these models to a 5GHz network, you won't be able to make the connection. 2019 models support both 5GHz and 2.4GHz.<ref>https://ift.tt/2HQ4u91>
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#Select your Wi-Fi network. If your Wi-Fi network requires a password, a dialog box will appear asking you to enter it now.
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#Select your Wi-Fi network. If your Wi-Fi network requires a password, a dialog box will appear asking you to enter it now.
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#Enter your Wi-Fi password and select . Your Samsung Smart TV will attempt to connect to the Wi-Fi network.
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#Enter your Wi-Fi password and select . Your Samsung Smart TV will attempt to connect to the Wi-Fi network.
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#* Select '''About this TV''' or '''Contact Samsung''' (the option varies by model).
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#* Select '''About this TV''' or '''Contact Samsung''' (the option varies by model).
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#* Scroll down to find the MAC address, which looks like 6 pairs of letters and/or numbers separated by hyphens (-).
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#* Scroll down to find the MAC address, which looks like 6 pairs of letters and/or numbers separated by hyphens (-).
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# Move the wireless access point closer to the TV. If your network is performing fine but your TV isn't able to connect, it
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# Move the wireless access point closer to the TV. If your network is performing fine but your TV isn't able to connect, it could be because of the distance between the TV and the wireless access point. If possible, put both devices in the same room with a clear line-of-sight (no walls or tall furniture between the two). Samsung recommends placing the router within 50 feet of the Smart TV, but the closer the better.<ref>https://ift.tt/2HQ4u91>
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#* If it's not possible to move closer to the access point, try [[Boost a Wifi Signal|using a Wi-Fi extender to boost the signal]].
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#* If you're in an apartment or condo, neighboring units could be using devices that impact your wireless performance. Moving the TV and/or router away from shared walls could help.
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# Try a wired network connection. If the wireless connection isn't working, you can connect your TV to the router with an Ethernet cable. Here's how:<ref>https://ift.tt/2UJoobe>
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#* Insert one end of the cable into the port on the back or side of your TV, and another into an available LAN port on your router/access point.
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#* Press the Menu or Home button your remote and select '''Network'''.
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#* Select '''Network Settings'''.
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#* Select '''Network Type'''.
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#* Select '''Wired'''.
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#* Select '''Connect'''.
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# Update the firmware on your TV. If the issue isn't with your internet provider, you may need to update your TV. Since the TV isn't online, you'll need a computer with internet access and a USB flash drive to download the update.
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# Update the firmware on your TV. If the issue isn't with your internet provider, you may need to update your TV. Since the TV isn't online, you'll need a computer with internet access and a USB flash drive to download the update.
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#*Go https://ift.tt/2HW7KQy on a computer.
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#*Go https://ift.tt/2HW7KQy on a computer.
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