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How to Connect Roku to WiFi Without Remote [3 Methods]
Key Notes
- Using Remote App – Install App → Click Open → Login Roku Account → Click Device → Select Roku TV→ Tap Connect Now → Click Remote → Go to Home → Tap Settings → Open Network → Click Set up Connection → Go to Wireless → Choose WiFi Network.
Roku is a perfect cord cutter for all traditional cable services. With Roku, you can instantly stream thousands of movies and TV shows online on your TV with an HDMI port. You can even use voice commands to search or play media content using your Roku voice remote. However, it would be annoying when the Roku remote stops working or are misplaced. Luckily, several alternative ways to connect your Roku to WiFi without a remote.
Connect Roku to WiFi Using Mobile [Android/iOS]
Make sure to connect your smartphone and Roku-connected device to the same WiFi network by creating a hotspot from a secondary smartphone. You should rename the hotspot and its password like the home WiFi network. As a result, your Roku-connected TV will connect to this hotspot automatically.
1. At first, install the Roku app on your smartphone.
- For iOS: App Store
- For Android: Google Play
2. Open the Roku app.
3. Sign in to your Roku account or continue as a guest.
4. Now click on Devices in the bottom right corner.
5. From the available devices, select your Roku TV and click on Connect now.
6. Next, click the Remote icon and then click Home.
7. Go to Settings and tap on the Network option.
8. Select Set up connection and then choose Wireless.
9. Select your WiFi network from the list of available networks.
Connect Roku to WiFi Using PC
You can control your Roku-connected TV from a computer or laptop. For that, install the Remoku third-party extension on Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge. The Remoku extension is available on the Chrome web store for free download. After the installation, simply click the Remoku icon and start using remote controls.
Connect Roku to Router Using Ethernet
Ethernet is another way to let your Roku access the internet directly from the WiFi router. However, this method only applies to Roku Ultimate models, Roku Streambar, and some Roku televisions.
1. Take your ethernet cable and connect one end to Roku and the other to a WiFi router.
2. Using the Roku remote app, go to Settings → Network → Set up connection → Wired.
3. It will automatically detect the signal from the router.
Tips! Suppose you have misplaced or lost your Roku TV remote; you can still find the Roku remote if you have paired the remote to the Roku TV already.
FAQ
Yes, but we might have to set up the mobile hotspot to initiate the process. First, change the name and the password of your mobile hotspot to the same as your home WiFi. Now, simply connect the device and open the Roku app.
