Requires mobile hotspot and Roku app.
what you need to know
- Download and use the Roku app remote control function.
- move Settings > Network > Connection Settings On-screen instructions guide you through the setup process.
If your Roku doesn’t connect to a Wi-Fi network and can’t even find a remote, you’ll be completely at a loss as to what to do. But there is a solution. If you have a smartphone, download the Roku app to control your Roku.
How do I connect my Roku to Wi-Fi without a remote?
Roku provides apps on the iOS App Store and Android Google Play that allow you to use your smartphone as a remote control. That way you will still be able to connect to Wi-Fi using your Roku device.
Download and open the Roku app.
Roku for Android
Roku for iOS
Tap the menu at the bottom center of the screen. remote control.
Make sure the remote is connected to the correct Roku device. You should see your Roku’s name at the top and a green dot if connected.
Tap the Home icon, then use the directional arrow keys to navigate in the app. Settings > Network > Connection Settings on your Roku.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your WiFi connection.
How do I find my Roku IP address without WiFi or remote?
First you need to know that the Roku does not have an IP address unless connected to a Wi-Fi network. If you can connect your Roku to Wi-Fi without a remote using the steps above, you can find the IP address.
Go to Roku app remote control and tap House button.
Use the arrow keys to navigate Settings > Network > About.
The name of the network the Roku is connected to is displayed and the IP address is displayed under the network name.
Can I connect my Roku directly to my router?
If you can’t connect your Roku wirelessly to your network, we recommend choosing a wired connection. However, this is only possible if you have certain Roku devices, such as the Roku Ultra, as only some have wired Ethernet ports.
To see if you can connect your Roku with an Ethernet cable, look for a labeled port on the back of the device. Ethernet. If you see this message, use an Ethernet cable and connect your Roku to your router.
If you have a Roku Streambar, you can also purchase a USB Ethernet adapter and connect it to your router. Your Roku TV may also have an Ethernet port, so check the back of your TV if you have one.
After connecting your Roku device to your router, do the following:
move to House This is the Roku’s screen.
move Settings > Network > Connection Settings.
Choose cable connection.
The Roku should automatically detect the network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won’t my Roku stay connected to WiFi?
If your Roku keeps dropping WiFi connections, then DHCP may be disabled on your router or there may be a signal strength issue. To troubleshoot, check your router settings and make sure DHCP is enabled. If that doesn’t work, try restarting your Roku TV or TV and Roku device. If WiFi signal strength is an issue, consider a WiFi extender.
How do I pair my Roku remote?
To pair your Roku remote, make sure you have an IR remote, Point Anywhere Standard or Enhanced Remote. For IR remote control, just insert the battery. No pairing required. For other Roku remotes, insert the battery and wait for the Roku TV or device to detect the remote and pair it automatically.
How do I reset my Roku remote?
If you need to reset your Roku remote, remove the remote’s battery and unplug the Roku from the power supply. Reconnect power to your Roku. When the home screen appears, reinsert the remote control battery. Press and hold the pairing button on the remote for 3-5 seconds. In about 30 seconds, the remote will reset and pair again with your Roku TV or device.
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How to Connect Roku to Wi-Fi Without a Remote
You need a mobile hotspot and the Roku app
What to Know
Download the Roku app and use the Remote function.
Go to Settings > Network > Set up connection and the on-screen instructions will step you through getting it working.
If you find your Roku isn’t connecting to your Wi-Fi network, and you also can’t seem to find your remote, you might feel completely lost on what to do. However, there is a solution. As long as you have a smartphone, you control your Roku by downloading the Roku app.
How Do I Connect My Roku to Wi-Fi Without a Remote?
Roku has an app on both the iOS App Store and Android Google Play that allows you to use your smartphone as a remote. This way, you can still use your Roku device to connect to Wi-Fi.
Download and open the Roku app.
Roku for Android
Roku for iOS
In the bottom middle of the screen in the menu, tap on Remote.
Make sure the remote is connected to the correct Roku device. You should see the name of the Roku at the top, with a green dot if it’s connected.
Tap on the Home icon, then use the directional arrow pad on the app to navigate to Settings > Network > Set up connection on your Roku.
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Wi-Fi connection.
How Do I Find My Roku IP Address Without Wi-Fi or a Remote?
First, you should know if your Roku isn’t connected to a Wi-Fi network, it won’t have an IP address. Once you can get your Roku connected to Wi-Fi without a remote using the steps above, you can then find the IP address.
Using the Roku app, go to Remote and tap on the Home button.
Use the arrow pad to navigate to Settings > Network > About.
You should see the name of the network your Roku is connected to, then underneath the network name, you’ll see the IP address.
Can You Connect Roku Directly To Router?
If you’re not having luck connecting your Roku wirelessly to your network, you may want to opt for a wired connection. However, this is only possible if you have certain Roku devices, such as the Roku Ultra, as only some of them have an Ethernet cable port.
To see if you can connect your Roku with an Ethernet cable, look on the back of the device for a port labeled Ethernet. If you see this, use an Ethernet cable and connect the Roku to your router.
If you have a Roku Streambar, you can also buy a USB Ethernet adapter and hook it up to your router that way. A Roku TV may also have an Ethernet port, so check the back of the TV if you have one.
After connecting a Roku device to your router, do the following:
Navigate to the Home screen on your Roku.
Go to Settings > Network > Set up connection.
Select Wired connection.
The Roku should automatically detect your network.
FAQ
Why does my Roku not stay connected to Wi-Fi?
If your Roku keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi, DCHP may have been disabled on your router or there may be a signal strength problem. To fix the issue, check your router settings and make sure DCHP is enabled. If that doesn’t work, try restarting your Roku TV or TV and Roku device. If Wi-Fi signal strength is the problem, consider a Wi-Fi extender.
How do I pair a Roku remote?
To pair a Roku remote, figure out if you have an IR remote, Point Anywhere Standard, or Enhanced Remote. For an IR remote, insert the batteries and you’re good to go; no pairing is required. For other Roku remotes, insert the batteries and wait for the Roku TV or device to detect the remote and automatically pair.
How do I reset a Roku remote?
If you need to reset your Roku remote, remove the remote’s batteries and disconnect the Roku from power. Reconnect the Roku to power; when the home screen displays, reinsert the remote’s batteries. Press and hold the remote’s pairing button for three to five seconds. Within about 30 seconds, the remote will be reset and re-paired with the Roku TV or device.
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How to Connect Roku to Wi-Fi Without a Remote
You need a mobile hotspot and the Roku app
What to Know
Download the Roku app and use the Remote function.
Go to Settings > Network > Set up connection and the on-screen instructions will step you through getting it working.
If you find your Roku isn’t connecting to your Wi-Fi network, and you also can’t seem to find your remote, you might feel completely lost on what to do. However, there is a solution. As long as you have a smartphone, you control your Roku by downloading the Roku app.
How Do I Connect My Roku to Wi-Fi Without a Remote?
Roku has an app on both the iOS App Store and Android Google Play that allows you to use your smartphone as a remote. This way, you can still use your Roku device to connect to Wi-Fi.
Download and open the Roku app.
Roku for Android
Roku for iOS
In the bottom middle of the screen in the menu, tap on Remote.
Make sure the remote is connected to the correct Roku device. You should see the name of the Roku at the top, with a green dot if it’s connected.
Tap on the Home icon, then use the directional arrow pad on the app to navigate to Settings > Network > Set up connection on your Roku.
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Wi-Fi connection.
How Do I Find My Roku IP Address Without Wi-Fi or a Remote?
First, you should know if your Roku isn’t connected to a Wi-Fi network, it won’t have an IP address. Once you can get your Roku connected to Wi-Fi without a remote using the steps above, you can then find the IP address.
Using the Roku app, go to Remote and tap on the Home button.
Use the arrow pad to navigate to Settings > Network > About.
You should see the name of the network your Roku is connected to, then underneath the network name, you’ll see the IP address.
Can You Connect Roku Directly To Router?
If you’re not having luck connecting your Roku wirelessly to your network, you may want to opt for a wired connection. However, this is only possible if you have certain Roku devices, such as the Roku Ultra, as only some of them have an Ethernet cable port.
To see if you can connect your Roku with an Ethernet cable, look on the back of the device for a port labeled Ethernet. If you see this, use an Ethernet cable and connect the Roku to your router.
If you have a Roku Streambar, you can also buy a USB Ethernet adapter and hook it up to your router that way. A Roku TV may also have an Ethernet port, so check the back of the TV if you have one.
After connecting a Roku device to your router, do the following:
Navigate to the Home screen on your Roku.
Go to Settings > Network > Set up connection.
Select Wired connection.
The Roku should automatically detect your network.
FAQ
Why does my Roku not stay connected to Wi-Fi?
If your Roku keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi, DCHP may have been disabled on your router or there may be a signal strength problem. To fix the issue, check your router settings and make sure DCHP is enabled. If that doesn’t work, try restarting your Roku TV or TV and Roku device. If Wi-Fi signal strength is the problem, consider a Wi-Fi extender.
How do I pair a Roku remote?
To pair a Roku remote, figure out if you have an IR remote, Point Anywhere Standard, or Enhanced Remote. For an IR remote, insert the batteries and you’re good to go; no pairing is required. For other Roku remotes, insert the batteries and wait for the Roku TV or device to detect the remote and automatically pair.
How do I reset a Roku remote?
If you need to reset your Roku remote, remove the remote’s batteries and disconnect the Roku from power. Reconnect the Roku to power; when the home screen displays, reinsert the remote’s batteries. Press and hold the remote’s pairing button for three to five seconds. Within about 30 seconds, the remote will be reset and re-paired with the Roku TV or device.
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