How to Connect your Sony Smart TV to Wi-Fi

A wired connection is more stable than a Wi-Fi one

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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In order to use all the functionality and features of yourSonySmartTV, the device should be connected to the Internet.

After connecting yourTVto the Internet, you’ll have access to more features, you’ll be able to download and install new apps, and even use streaming services.

The Internet connection can be made wirelessly (through a wireless network) or wired (using anEthernetcable).

Usually, if you like to stream movies and other content on yourSonySmartTV, it’s recommended that you use a wired connection because it’s more stable and offers a bigger bandwidth.

For more Sony guides, check out our dedicated hub.

How do I connect to the Internet on my Sony Smart TV?

1. Set up a wireless connection

Check yourmodemandrouterto confirm that you have a working Internet connection.
On yourSonySmartTV’s remote control, press theHomebutton.
Go toSettings.
Now navigate toNetwork > Network Setup.
ChooseWireless Setup>Scan. Your device will now scan for available wireless networks.
When you see yourNetwork (SSID), select it and enter the password for yourWi-Finetwork.
After that, selectContinue.
When prompted to set up theTV’s IP address and proxy server, chooseAuto.
SelectContinue > Save & Connect.
Confirm the selection by choosing OK. The setup should now be complete.

You can connect to your Sony TV to Wi-Fi using your TV’s built-in Network Settings. Depending on yourSonySmartTV’s model number, some options may differ, but you can select similar ones to follow the same process.

Keep in mind that newer devices have built-in wireless LAN and you can connect directly.

If yourTVdoesn’t have built-in wirelessLANbut is wirelessLAN-ready , you can use a wirelessLANadapter like the UWA-BR100 to connect to a wireless network.

2. Set up a wired connection

The process is similar forSonySmart TVs with Android OS as well as forSonySmart TVs released before 2015. The options may be named differently, but you can choose similar ones to follow the same process.

If there are any connection problems, re-do the Internet connection setup, check with your ISP for issues, or update theSonySmart TV’s firmware.

Remember that usually, a wired connection is better because it offers more stability and bigger bandwidth, especially if you like watching streamed content or you do heavy network tasks.

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How to Connect your Sony Smart TV to Wi-Fi#

How do I connect to the Internet on my Sony Smart TV?#

1. Set up a wireless connection#

2. Set up a wired connection#

How to Connect your Sony Smart TV to Wi-Fi

How do I connect to the Internet on my Sony Smart TV?

1. Set up a wireless connection

2. Set up a wired connection