How can I connect my FireStick to WiFi without remote?
How to connect Firestick to WiFi without remote?
The Amazon FireStick is a user-friendly device for streaming videos, shows, movies, music, and more to your TV when connected to the internet. You cannot use the Firestick without a WiFi network and it comes with a remote for connecting to WiFi for internet access. But, in case the remote is damaged or lost it can be frustrating and you may start worrying about ‘how can I connect my FireStick to WiFi without remote’. However, there is no need to worry in such a situation as there are ways to connect your FireStick to WiFi even without the remote. In this article, I am going to show how to connect Firestick to WiFi without remote to get streaming services on any supportive Television.
Before I show how to use Firestick without remote let’s first see how to connect Firestick to WiFi with a remote.
How to connect Firestick to WiFi with a remote – steps to follow
1. Connect the Amazon Firestick to an HDMI port on the back of your television. Next turn on the TV to make sure that the correct source input is selected;
2. Plug the Firestick’s USB power cord into the Firestick, attach the other end of the cord to the included power adapter, and then plug the device directly into a power outlet. If the TV has an open USB port, you can plug the Firestick directly into the TV instead of using the adapter;
3. Press the navigation button (shaped like a ring) on the remote to go to the very top of the Home screen and select ‘Settings’ from the main menu;
4. Highlight the ‘Network’ option from the menu (it’s the second option) using the directional button on the remote and press the Select button in the center of the remote. The Firestick will automatically start scanning for nearby networks and only the strongest networks will appear;
5. Select your home network in the list of nearby networks by pressing the Select button in the remote. If you don’t see your preferred network, select ‘Re-scan’ at the bottom of the list;
6. Use the remote to navigate the on-screen keyboard and enter the password for your home WiFi network;
7. Next select ‘Connect’ which is in the lower-right corner of the on-screen keyboard. Once the Firestick is connected it will say ‘Connected’ which will appear below the network’s name on the list of nearby networks;
If your home network is not password protected, it will attempt to connect automatically;
8. Your Fire TV Stick is now ready for wireless streaming;
Now that you know how to connect Amazon Firestick to WiFi with a remote let me explain how to use Firestick without remote.
How to connect Firestick to WiFi without remote
If you have lost your Firestick Remote here are 3 easy methods about how to connect FireStick to WiFi without remote.
Method 1: Use the Amazon Fire TV App on Your Smartphone
Follow the steps below to install and use the Fire TV App on your smartphone:
1. Open the Play Store (in case of Android) or App Store (in case of iOS) on your smartphone;
2. In the search box, type Amazon Fire TV app and initiate a search;
3. Select the Amazon Fire TV app from the results;
4. Click on the ‘Install’ button next to the Amazon Fire TV app to install the App on your smartphone;
5. Once the Fire TV app finishes downloading and installing, tap ‘Open’ to launch it;
6. Next, sign in using your Amazon account and select your FireStick from the list of ‘Available Devices’;
7. A code will appear on your TV along with a request to pair the FireStick with the Fire TV app on your smartphone;
8. Now, type the activation code on the TV screen in the provided field on your Fire TV app;
9. You’ll see a notification that the connection was successful. Now, you can use the control keys on the Fire TV app to navigate your FireStick without a remote. Using the Fire TV app is as simple as using the FireStick remote;
Method 2: Using Your TV Remote
You can use the TV remote to control your Firestick provided your TV supports HDMI-CEC.
CEC stands for Consumer Electronics Control. The HDMI-CEC feature allows devices that are connected to HDMI ports to work as one and allows you to control all HDMI devices using a single remote. If you want to control your FireStick using the TV remote, you should verify whether your TV supports the CEC feature (mostly new-model TVs do). You can check this by having a look at the product manual or by visiting your TV brand’s official website (the CEC feature on Firestick is enabled by default).
Follow the steps below to use your TV remote to control your FireStick:
1. Connect the FireStick to an available HDMI slot behind your TV;
2. Turn on your TV;
3. Select the FireStick using your TV remote;
4. Go to TV’s System Settings;
5. Navigate to the TV’s HDMI-CEC settings and make it ‘ON’;
6. You should now be able to control your FireStick with your TV remote;
Method 3: Using Your Bluetooth Mouse
You can control your Firestick using the Bluetooth mouse after pairing it with the device. Follow the steps below to connect your Bluetooth device to your Firestick:
1. Connect the FireStick to an available HDMI slot behind your TV;
2. Go to Settings (gear icon) on your FireStick home screen;
3. Select ‘Controllers & Bluetooth Devices’ from the options in Settings;
4. Select ‘Other Bluetooth Devices’ and then click on ‘Add Bluetooth Devices’ from the menu;
5. The FireStick will search for available Bluetooth devices and display them on the screen. When your FireStick detects the ‘Bluetooth mouse’ from the list, select it to pair it with the device;
Frequently asked questions
Now that I have explained how to connect FireStick to WiFi without remote let me also address some of the related questions often asked by FireStick users.
Why is my Firestick not connecting to WiFi?
If your Firestick not connecting to WiFi do the following:
1. Restart your router and Firestick;
2. Make sure your router is within range of the FireStick;
3. Try connecting to a different WiFi network;
4. If you still have problems, reset your FireStick to factory defaults;
How can I connect my Firestick to WiFi without remote?
1. Download the Fire TV app on your mobile device;
2. Connect your mobile device to the same WiFi network as your Fire TV Device;
3. Open the Fire TV app on your mobile device;
4. Select an available device on the screen;
5. Follow the on-screen prompt;
How to connect Firestick to WiFi without remote with iPhone?
Here are the steps to follow on how to connect Firestick To WiFi without remote with iPhone:
Step 1: Enable ‘hotspot’ on your iPhone;
Step 2: Change the hotspot name and password and set your WiFi name similar to the one your Firestick was previously connected to;
Step 3: When you change the hotspot’s name, your Fire TV stick will locate it and connect to the internet automatically;
Step 4: After the FireStick is connected to the WiFi, connect your iPhone to the same hotspot;
Step 5: After your iPhone is connected to the WiFi, go to the Apple store and download the Amazon Fire TV app. Once the setup is completed, the app will automatically look for the Fire TV devices connected to the same network;
Select your Firestick and enter the 4-digit code that appears on your TV screen. After entering the code, you have paired your mobile remote with the Firestick.
Does Firestick need WiFi?
It is a common question – does Firestick need WiFi?
You cannot use an Amazon Firestick without a WiFi network. A Fire TV Stick requires a network to stream content on any supportive Television.
How do I connect Firestick to WiFi without remote?
If you are without your remote you can connect your Firestick to WiFi using the Fire TV App on another smartphone.
What does the blinking light on Firestick remote mean?
The blinking orange light on Firestick remote means it is caught in discovery mode and is trying to connect. To fix this issue you need to factory reset your remote by simultaneously pressing the Back button, Menu button, and the Left Navigation button for at least 10 seconds.
You may also like to read: How to Get Vudu on Firestick
Conclusion
It should be clear from the post that you need not panic in case you lose or misplace your FireStick remote. If you need to use your FireStick without a remote the easy options shown above about how to connect FireStick to WiFi without remote will help you to overcome the problem without the need for a replacement remote. Among the options explained in the post using the Fire TV app is probably the most convenient and reliable option.
If you have tried any of the methods discussed in the post it would be appreciated if you please share your experience about which method worked for you, in the comments section below to help other readers.
