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    How to Set Up a Roku Streaming Device

    Get your Roku plugged in and streaming your favorite shows in minutes.

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Plug in your Roku
    2. 2.Switch your TV to the right input
    3. 3.Connect to your Wi-Fi
    4. 4.Create or sign in to a Roku account
    5. 5.Start watching
    1

    Plug in your Roku

    ~15s
    Connect the Roku to your TV using the HDMI cable that came in the box. Then plug the power cable into a wall outlet. You should see a small light on the Roku turn on.
    2

    Switch your TV to the right input

    ~20s
    Use your TV remote to press the Input or Source button. Choose the HDMI port where you plugged in the Roku (usually HDMI 1 or HDMI 2).

    Quick Tip

    Look at the back of your TV to see which HDMI port you used. It will have a number like HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 printed next to it.

    3

    Connect to your Wi-Fi

    ~15s
    The Roku will ask you to pick your Wi-Fi network. Select your home network name from the list, then type in your Wi-Fi password using the on-screen keyboard.
    4

    Create or sign in to a Roku account

    ~18s
    Follow the on-screen steps to create a free Roku account, or sign in if you already have one. You can do this on your phone or computer if typing on the TV is hard.

    Quick Tip

    If you have a smartphone, you can visit roku.com/link on your phone to type more easily.

    5

    Start watching

    ~15s
    Once setup is done, you will see the Roku home screen. Use the remote to scroll through apps like Netflix, Hulu, and YouTube. Click on any app to open it and start watching.

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