Every smart device has its own set of flaws, and Amazon Firestick is not an exception. You may face problems or issues on Firestick, and among them, internet connectivity and the WiFi connection are the most annoying issues. If there is a problem, there is always a fix. If you have any issues with the connection problem or your Firestick won’t connect to WiFi, it can be sorted out with ease. Follow the below steps to eliminate the WiFi issues on your Firestick.
Firestick won’t connect to WiFi Fixes
- Firestick External Wire Connections
- Restart the Firestick
- Restart the WiFi Router or Modem
- Reset the WiFi settings on Firestick
- WiFi specification
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Firestick External Wire Connections
Make sure that all the wire connections are intact. If possible, unplug all the connections and do it again. The placement of your Firestick may also affect the WiFi connection. Place your Firestick in an open space. Remove any other electronic device which is nearer to your Firestick.
Restart the Firestick
When you are done with the external wire connection and placements, the next choice you have is the restart. Restarting the device will nullify most of the technical issues. Restart your Amazon Firestick and try connecting to WiFi again.
Restart the WiFi Router or Modem
If restarting the Firestick is not working for you, try restarting your WiFi router. Turn off your WiFi router and turn it on after few minutes. If your WiFi Modem has any issues, the restart will clear all the problems.
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Reset WiFi settings on Firestick
Once Firestick is turned on, it will automatically be connected to the home WiFi network. Now, go to Network Settings on your Firestick and forget the Home WiFi network. Then, add a new Home WiFi network to your Firestick.
WiFi Specifications
Amazon Firestick supports WiFi networks like 802.11a/b/g/n/ac. Check your WiFi modem whether it has the supported WiFi networks. If it is not supported, change your WiFi modem.
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To Conclude
These are the fixes and remedies for Firestick WiFi connectivity issues. Try any one or all of the solutions to eliminate the issue. If you still have issues with WiFi connectivity, it is better to call the technical support from Amazon. If you have any other issues on your Firestick, tell us in the comments section.