Sometimes, you may be in a hurry to watch TV shows online on your Samsung TV. What if you don’t connect your Samsung TV to WiFi and the remote controller is missing? So, knowing alternatives for setting up an internet connection on your Samsung TV will relieve stress. This guide explains all possible ways to do so.
Connect the Samsung TV to WiFi using a Keyboard or Mouse
If you own a personal computer, it must have a wired/wireless keyboard or mouse. Using those devices, you can navigate to your Samsung TV settings and set up a wireless internet connection. Begin by connecting the keyboard or mouse dongle to the Samsung TV’s USB port. If the device is detected, a cursor will appear on your Samsung TV screen, and you can set up WiFi using these steps.
- Open Settings and choose General or Connection.
- Click the Network option and tap Open Network Settings.
- Pick your WiFi name from the available list shown.
- Type the network security credentials and choose Done.
- Finally, click OK, and the Samsung TV will connect to the WiFi.
Connect the Samsung TV to WiFi using the IR Remote App
Android smartphones with IR blasters are advantageous as they can function as a physical IR remote controller. This is possible with the IR remote app matching the Samsung TV on your Android smartphone. Then, open the IR-based remote app for Samsung TV and click the power button to sync the app with the Samsung TV. Once done, use the other controlling icons and access the TV WiFi settings. Finally, pick the home WiFi network and connect it to the TV.
| IR Remote App | Download |
|---|---|
| Samsung TV Remote IR | Play Store |
| Remote Control for Samsung TV | Play Store |
| Samsung Smart TV Remote IR | Play Store |
Connect the Samsung TV to WiFi using a Bluetooth Controller
If you own a Bluetooth controller, you can pair it with your Samsung TV and use it as a substitute remote. Visit this webpage and follow the instructions to finish the pairing process. Now, use the gaming controller to head to the Network settings on your Samsung TV. Then, select a WiFi network you want.
Connect the Samsung TV to WiFi using TV Panel Buttons
Most Samsung TVs have a Home or Settings button, among other physical buttons. So, go near the Samsung TV and look under its side panel. If your Samsung TV has a Home or Settings button, single-press it. This will open the Settings menu on your Samsung TV. Use the navigation or volume buttons to select the WiFi settings. From there, select the desired network and connect it to the Samsung TV.
Keep in mind that entering a password can be hard using TV buttons. Therefore, you should use a keyboard or mouse to type a password.
Important Note: If your Samsung TV has only one or two buttons, you can’t use them to access the TV settings or connect it to WiFi.
Use an Ethernet Cable to Connect the Samsung TV to the Internet
If your Samsung TV doesn’t receive WiFi signals from the router due to long range, there is another way. You can connect it to the internet via wired connections. For that, you will need an Ethernet cable. If you don’t have one, buy an ethernet cable from Amazon and connect one end to the TV’s LAN port and the other to the router.
Now, using the IR remote app or mouse, go to the Samsung TV Settings→ General/Connection→ Network → OK. Your TV will connect to the internet.
FAQ
You can use the Wi-Fi Direct feature on your Samsung TV to make it possible. Go to Menu → Network → Wi-Fi Direct. Then, enable Wi-Fi Direct on your phone and select your Samsung TV to establish a WiFi connection.
It happens due to a technical glitch in the TV or router. Restarting your WiFi router and Samsung TV will rectify the connection issue.
