Connect your Samsung TV in four steps

Your Samsung TV connects to WiFi through its built-in network settings. You do not need any cables beyond power — the TV finds your network and stores the password so it reconnects automatically. The whole process takes about five minutes and works the same way whether your TV is brand new or several years old.

Start with your TV powered on and your WiFi network name and password ready. If you do not know your WiFi password, check the sticker on your router or ask whoever set up your network.

Key Takeaways

  • Open Settings on your Samsung TV remote, then navigate to General, then Network, then WiFi to see available networks.
  • Select your network name from the list, enter your password exactly as it appears (capital letters and symbols matter), and wait for the connection to complete.
  • Your TV will remember this network and reconnect automatically when you turn it on, even if you restart your router.
  • If your TV does not see your network, move closer to the router, restart both devices, or check that your router is broadcasting the network name.

Step 1: Open the Settings menu

Pick up your Samsung TV remote and press the Home button (it looks like a house icon). This brings up the main menu on your screen. Look for Settings — it is usually in the bottom row and looks like a gear icon. Press it.

If you cannot find Settings in the main menu, press the menu button on your remote instead. This opens a different menu where Settings appears as an option near the top.

Step 2: Navigate to Network settings

Once Settings opens, you will see several categories listed. Use the arrow buttons on your remote to move down to General and press Enter. The TV will show you another list of options.

Look for Network in this list. Press Enter on it. Your TV will now show you network options, including WiFi. Press Enter on WiFi.

Step 3: Select your network and enter the password

Your TV will scan for available networks and show you a list of network names. Find your network name in this list — it is the same name you see on your phone or computer when you look for WiFi. Highlight it with the arrow buttons and press Enter.

A keyboard will appear on your screen. Use the arrow buttons to select each letter and number of your WiFi password, then press Enter after each character. Take your time and enter it exactly as it appears on your router or account — uppercase and lowercase letters are different, and spaces or symbols must match. When you finish, look for a Connect button and press Enter.

Step 4: Wait for the connection to complete

Your TV will show a message saying it is connecting. This usually takes 10 to 30 seconds. You will see a confirmation message when the connection succeeds — it may say "Connected" or show a checkmark next to your network name.

Once connected, your TV will remember this network. The next time you turn on your TV, it will reconnect to WiFi automatically without asking for the password again.

What to do if your TV cannot find your network

If your network name does not appear in the list, the most common cause is distance. Move your TV closer to your router — even 10 feet closer can make a difference. Then go back to Settings, Network, WiFi and scan again.

If that does not work, restart both your TV and your router. Turn off your TV completely, wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on. At the same time, unplug your router's power cable, wait 30 seconds, and plug it back in. Once both devices finish restarting, try scanning for networks again.

If your network still does not appear, check that your router is actually broadcasting your network name. Some routers have a setting to hide the network name. If yours is hidden, you can still connect — instead of selecting from the list, look for an option that says Add Network or Enter Network Name Manually, then type your network name by hand.

Troubleshooting a wrong password error

If your TV says the password is wrong, the most likely cause is a typing mistake. Passwords are case-sensitive, meaning that "MyPassword" is different from "mypassword". Check your router or account to see the exact password, including capital letters, numbers, and symbols.

A second common cause is an old password. If you recently changed your WiFi password, your TV still has the old one stored. Go back to Settings, Network, WiFi, select your network, and look for an option to Forget or Remove the network. Then add it again with the new password.

What to do if your TV keeps disconnecting

If your TV connects but then drops the connection after a few minutes or hours, move it closer to your router. WiFi signals weaken with distance and through walls. If moving the TV is not possible, consider moving your router to a more central location or adding a WiFi extender.

Another cause is interference from other devices. Microwaves, cordless phones, and baby monitors can disrupt WiFi on the 2.4 GHz band. If your router supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks, try connecting to the 5 GHz network instead — it has less interference but shorter range. You may see two network names in your list, one with "5G" or "5GHz" in the name.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an ethernet cable to connect my Samsung TV to the internet?

No. WiFi is the standard way to connect. However, if your TV is near your router and you want a more stable connection, you can plug an ethernet cable directly into the back of your TV. This is optional — WiFi works fine for most people.

Will my TV remember my WiFi password if I restart it?

Yes. Once you enter your password and connect successfully, your TV stores it. When you turn the TV back on, it reconnects automatically without asking for the password again. You only need to enter it once.

What if I see two network names that look the same?

You likely have a dual-band router that broadcasts both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks. The 5 GHz network (often labeled with "5G" or "5GHz") is faster but has shorter range. The 2.4 GHz network reaches farther. If your TV is far from the router, use the 2.4 GHz network. If it is close, either works.

Can I connect my Samsung TV to a guest WiFi network?

Yes. Guest networks appear in your list of available networks just like your main network. Select it and enter the guest password. This is useful if you want to keep your TV on a separate network from your computers and phones.

What should I do if I forgot my WiFi password?

Check the sticker on the bottom or back of your router — it usually has the default password printed there. If you changed the password and cannot remember it, you can reset your router to factory settings by holding the reset button for 10 seconds, but this will erase all your settings. Contact your internet provider if you need help recovering your password.