How to Turn On WiFi on an LG Smart TV

Trying to set up your new LG Smart TV and get it connected to the internet, but can’t figure out how to turn on the Wi-Fi? We’ve all been there. Out of the box, it may not be immediately obvious how to get your fancy new LG TV hooked up to your Wi-Fi network. But have no fear – it just takes a few simple steps using your LG Smart TV remote to enable Wi-Fi and connect.

Preparing to Set Up Wi-Fi on Your LG Smart TV

Before you begin the Wi-Fi set up process on your LG Smart TV, make sure you have the following:

• LG Smart TV remote – You’ll need the remote that came with your LG TV in order to access the settings menu and connect to Wi-Fi. Check that you have batteries installed and that it is powered on.
• Your Wi-Fi network name and password – Have your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password handy so you can select the right network and enter the password to connect. Make sure to check that the password is correct.
• Nearby Wi-Fi router – Your LG Smart TV will need to be within range of your Wi-Fi router in order to connect. If the signal is weak, it may have trouble establishing a stable connection. Make sure your router is powered on and working correctly.

Once you’ve verified those items, you’re ready to start setting up Wi-Fi.

Accessing the Settings Menu on Your LG Smart TV

The first step is to access the settings menu, as this is where you will find the network options to connect to Wi-Fi.

• Turn on your LG Smart TV using the power button on the remote. Allow it to boot up completely until you see the home screen.

• On the remote, locate the button labeled Settings or Home depending on your specific model. Press this button.

• This will bring up the TV settings menu. You may need to select All Settings first to access the full list.

• Next, use the arrow buttons and OK button on the remote to navigate to the option for Networks.

Connecting Your LG Smart TV to Your Wi-Fi Network

Once in the Networks menu, you will see options for setting up either wired or wireless internet connectivity.

Here are the steps to select and connect to your Wi-Fi network:

• Choose Wi-Fi Connection using the LG remote.

• The TV will automatically start scanning for available nearby Wi-Fi networks. When it finishes, it will display a list.
• Use the up/down arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the name (SSID) of your Wi-Fi network. When the correct one is selected, press OK.
• You will now be prompted to enter the network password. Carefully enter each character of your Wi-Fi password using the remote buttons. Navigate to each letter/number and press OK to select it.

Tips

It’s easy to mistype the Wi-Fi password during this step. We recommend double and triple checking that you have entered it correctly as this is the most common connectivity issue.

• Once finished entering the password, highlight Connect and press OK.
• The TV will now attempt to connect to the selected Wi-Fi network using the password.

If successful, you should see a “Connected to Internet” note displayed at the top or bottom of the screen. Congratulations, your LG Smart TV is now connected to Wi-Fi! If you receive an error about the password being incorrect or can’t establish a connection, move on to the troubleshooting tips next.

How to turn on Wi-Fi on your LG Smart TV with a remote

Using your LG Smart TV remote is the easiest way to turn on Wi-Fi and connect to your wireless network. Here are the step-by-step instructions:

1. Turn on your LG Smart TV using the power button on the remote. Allow it to fully boot up and display the home screen.
2. Press the Settings or Home button on the remote to access the TV settings menu.
3. Navigate to and select the “Network” option, then choose “Wi-Fi Connection”.
4. The TV will scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks and display a list. Scroll through and highlight your network name.
5. Enter your Wi-Fi password using the remote buttons to navigate the on-screen keyboard. Go slowly to ensure accuracy.
6. Finally, select Connect and your LG Smart TV will attempt to join the Wi-Fi network.
7. If connection is successful, you will see a “Connected to Internet” confirmation. If you get an error, double check your password or try troubleshooting steps.
8. Once connected over Wi-Fi, use the Smart TV features like web browsing, video streaming apps and smart platform integration.

Following this remote control Wi-Fi set up process should only take a few minutes. Reach out if you have any issues getting your LG TV to connect wirelessly.

How to turn on Wi-Fi on your LG Smart TV without a remote

• Locate the manual power button on the back or side panel of your LG Smart TV. It may have a standby symbol.

• Press and hold the manual power button for 5-10 seconds until the TV turns on. Wait for it to boot up completely.
• On the TV screen, navigate using the hardware buttons located below the panel. There may be up/down and side arrow keys for navigation.
• Access the Settings menu using the hardware keys and navigate to the Network > Wi-Fi Connection options.

• Scroll through the list of detected Wi-Fi networks and select yours when highlighted. This may have to be done using the numerical channel up/down keys.

• Slowly enter your Wi-Fi password character-by-character using the remote-less navigation keys. Double check accuracy.

• Submit the password and wait for the network connection confirmation message, indicating a success.

While turning on Wi-Fi without the LG remote is more tedious, it can be done with patience using the built-in hardware panel keys. Consider locating your remote before attempting extensive Smart TV configuration changes without it.

What to do if your LG Smart TV can’t connect to Wi-Fi

If you’ve gone through the Wi-Fi setup process but your LG Smart TV still won’t connect or drops frequently, try these steps:

1. Power cycle your Wi-Fi router by unplugging it for 30 seconds and plugging back in. Then reboot the LG Smart TV afterwards.

     2. Temporarily move the TV right next to the router while testing to see if distance/signal issues are at fault.

     3. Disable security on your Wi-Fi for testing. If connecting succeeds, re-enable security, double check password and reconnect the LG TV. Interference could block secured networks.

    4. Forget the problematic wireless network on the LG TV and re-enter from scratch. Repeat the connection steps carefully and accurately.

    5. Contact your internet provider – there may be wireless issues impacting the entire network, not just the television.

    6. As a last resort, reset your LG Smart TV network settings to factory standards using the Reset menu option. You may need to re-enter your apps and accounts afterwards before retesting Wi-Fi.

If all else fails, contact LG support with your troubleshooting details and error logs. They will analyze and determine if Wi-Fi repair or parts replacement may be necessary. Be prepared to provide television purchase date and model information as well.

Troubleshooting Tips for LG Smart TV Wi-Fi Issues

If you followed the steps above but your LG Smart TV still won’t connect to Wi-Fi, try some of these troubleshooting suggestions before calling for support:

• Double and triple check your Wi-Fi password – As noted above, the most common reason an LG Smart TV fails to connect to Wi-Fi is an incorrect password during set up. Carefully re-enter the password and verify each character.
• Check for router issues – Make sure your Wi-Fi router is powered on and operating correctly. Reboot the router and test the connection from another device first if needed.
• Verify the LG TV location – If the Wi-Fi signal is weak where the TV is located, connectivity issues can result. Try relocating the TV closer to the router temporarily during set up to rule out distance/interference factors.
• Test with an Ethernet cable – To determine if Wi-Fi is the culprit, connect your LG Smart TV directly to your router via Ethernet cable. If internet connectivity succeeds this way, a Wi-Fi specific setting, interference or hardware problem is present.

• Restart the LG Smart TV – As a last resort, conduct a full power cycle of the TV by unplugging it from the wall for 30+ seconds. Then plug back in, power on and re-try the Wi-Fi set up from the beginning.

If you still can’t get your LG Smart TV to maintain a stable internet connection after trying the above steps, then contact LG support online or by phone for further troubleshooting. Provide them with detailed information about your Wi-Fi set up attempts, internet service and any error messages received. They can advise about replacement options if a hardware failure is suspected on new LG Smart TVs under warranty.

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