How to Connect a Roku to WiFi
- Wireless Network Name (SSID)
- Wireless Network Key (Password)
Finding Network Credentials
Most wireless routers or gateways have a label with the default credentials. If the credentials aren't there, check the documentation that came with your device.
If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) installed the wireless router or gateway, they might have left you a setup sheet which may have the credentials.
? Do you know your Wireless Network name (SSID) and key (password)?
- Wireless Network Name (SSID)
- Wireless Network Key (Password)
Finding Network Credentials
Most wireless routers or gateways have a label with the default credentials. If the credentials aren't there, check the documentation that came with your device.
If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) installed the wireless router or gateway, they might have left you a setup sheet which may have the credentials.
- From the main screen, use the Roku Remote Controller to select and open Settings.
- Now under settings screen, go to Network.
- On the Network screen, select "Setup new Wi-Fi / wireless connection", push OK on the remote.
- Roku will scan for and show you a list of detected wireless networks.
- Select your wireless network and push OK on the remote.
- You may have to put in your network password using the remote control navigation buttons and on-screen keyboard.
- Select and push OK on Connect once you have completed the password.
If other wireless devices are connected to the network and functioning properly, chances are the router is OK. It's possible there is an environmental issue. Do you have a portable wireless device (Smart Phone, Tablet, Laptop, etc.) that you can put in the same area to test and see if that device's wireless connection still functions as intended in that location?
If you haven't already, please try power cycling the device you're working with.
- Turn off your device.
- Wait ten seconds.
- Turn your device on again.
At this time, Roku has not indicated that there are any compatibility issues with specific models of networking equipment on the market. To ensure that your specific networking equipment and all settings will work properly with your Roku, please reach out to the manufacturer directly for further assistance.
Each Roku model supports a slightly different set of Wireless standards. While your router most likely does support the Roku, you may need to ensure the proper settings are enabled. Refer to the list below to determine what your model of Roku does, and does not support.
| Model | 2.4GHz Wi-Fi | 5Ghz Wi-Fi | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 802.11 b | 802.11 g | 802.11n | 802.11 a | 802.11 ac | ||
| Roku DVP (N1000) | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | |
| Roku SD (N1050) | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | |
| Roku HD (N1100) | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | |
| Roku HD (2000) | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | |
| Roku XD (2050) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku LT (2400) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku LT (2450) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku HD (2500) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku 2 HD (3000) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku 2 XD (3050) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku 2 XS (3100) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku LT (2700) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku 1, SE (2710) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku Express (3700) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku Express+ (3710) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Express (3900) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Express+ (3910) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| Roku HD-XR (N1101) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku XDS (2100) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku Streaming Stick, MHL (3400, 3420) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku Streaming Stick, HDMI (3500) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku 2 (2720) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku 3 (4200) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku 2 (4210) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku 3 (4230) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku Streaming Stick (3600) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Roku 4 (4400) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Roku Premiere (4620) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Roku Premiere+ (4630) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Roku Ultra (4640) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Streaming Stick (3800) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Streaming Stick+ (3810) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Ultra (4660) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
The device needs to be within a reasonable range of the router in order to connect and have the best connection speeds.
- In general, in most homes, you can be up to 30 feet from your router for a decent connection.
- From 30' to 50' away, the speeds will be slower, and may drop occasionally, but it should be usable.
- Greater than 50' away, and the signal will most likely be too weak to overcome interference. The speeds will be slow, and the connection may be sporadic.
The above numbers are approximates only. Optimal range may vary based on router make and model.
Your router may need to be relocated to a more centralized location in order to provide better coverage for all your devices.
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