To set up a Fire TV Cube, all you need to do it plug in the device, attach it to your TV, put batteries in the Fire remote, turn it on, and then follow the instructions on the screen. However, there are a few troubleshooting steps to note just in case something goes wrong.
Easy enough, right? If you are looking for more detailed instructions, don’t worry, we have them listed step-by-step in the next section for the simplest possible installation, as well as several solutions for any problems to might encounter. So, let’s find out exactly what the Fire TV Cube offers and if it’s worth the upgrade, and everything else you need to know.
How to Set Up the Fire TV Cube
Here’s what you need to do to set up the Fire TV Cube:
It shouldn’t take longer than a few minutes to completely set up your new Fire Tv Cube and from there you can enjoy the thousands of movies, games, TV shows, and more that the device provides.
How to Pair the Fire TV Cube Remote
If for some reason you remote did not automatically pair when you turned it on, don’t worry, we will run through the directions for manually connecting the two right now.
- Press the HOME button on the Fire TV remote.Hold is down for about 10 seconds until you see a PLAY/PAUSE icon appear.Then, click the icon.
Still not working? As silly as it sounds, you may need to ensure the batteries you used are working properly and that you have inserted them correctly.
If that still didn’t fix the problem, ensure there is no interference between the remote and the Cube itself or your television.
What to Do if the Fire TV Cube Won’t Connect to the WiFi
The Fire TV Cube needs to connect to your home router in order to function, but problems with WiFi connections are the most commonly encounter frustrations with this device. Usually, it is through no fault of the machine itself and instead is an issue with your Wifi strength or router placement.
To ensure you can connect your Fire TV Cube to your WiFi, you may want to make sure there is no interference between the device and the router. Thick walls made of concrete or adobe could be inhibiting the network from connecting, but it could also be your microwave, baby monitors, or even your Google Home device that is in the way.
You may need to restart your router by unplugging it and waiting a few minutes before plugging it back it and trying again.
If that still doesn’t work, you will need to contact your internet service provider.
Final Thoughts
Once you have successfully set up your Fire TV Cube by following the instructions above and solving and troubleshooting issues that may occur, you might never leave the couch!
You can even control the Cube with your Google Home device, Alexa, Echo, or whichever system you have, through voice commands. So even if you have your hands full in the kitchen or want your family to turn the Cube off right away, you don’t have to lift a finger!
The Fire TV Cube is certainly a tech upgrade for your home, but without any of the complicated installation frustrations!
