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How to fix the Errors and Issues on your Roku streaming Media Player



It is common that you may come across issues and errors while activating your Roku streaming device.  Each and every error has a different troubleshooting step. All you need to do is to identify the type of the error and execute the guidelines.

Most common Issues and Errors on Roku while you link and activate the Roku streaming Device
  • Unable to connect the Roku streaming device to the Internet.
  • Errors while using Roku activation code.
  • Buffering and video loading issues.
  • Not able to link  the streaming device to the Roku TV.
  • Roku remote not working.
To resolve the Internet Connection Issues
  • Check the wireless network settings. Always make sure you use valid credentials.
  • Check the Ethernet cables , if you prefer wired connection.
  • Disconnect the streaming device from the network connection and connect it back again.
Roku account Issues
  • Unable to connect the device to the Roku account- Check if you use valid credentials for your roku account. If not, create a new account and start the activation process from the beginning.
  • Go to Go.roku.com/hdcp, sign in and check if the credentials are working.
Buffering and Video Loading Issues
  • Check if you have a good speed Internet connection. Reload the videos and check if the error still persist.
Unable to Link the Streaming Device to Roku TV
  • Ensure you use a valid activation code. If the existing code is not working, press the star button on your remote to get a new code.
  • Contact our agents to get a new code.
Try restarting or updating your Roku streaming Device
  • Go to settings > System > System restart to restart the streaming device.
Try updating the Roku streaming Device
  • Go to settings > System > System update to update the roku streaming device.
  •  Remove all the power cables attached to the device.  Turn off your device and reconnect all the cables back again.
Roku Remote Issues
  • If you have a roku remote , try replacing the roku remote with a new one.
  • Check and make sure that the batteries are seated properly.
  • Click on the  pairing button on the remote for at least few seconds and check if the errors still persist.

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