Wifi issues....possible simple fix?

[Wayne361]

First off thanks for the forum providers and contributors...I have learned a lot to this point as a newby. I have new mag254 up and running hardwired through hdmi/ethernet cables. Trying to get wifi connection but having problems that leave me scratching my head. I have a mag compatible wifi stick which I configured to home internet/modem. I found instructions on a sticky on how to connect...which I followed. Mag recognizes wifi in settings for wifi. BUT I cannot get it to "switch over" so to speak. When I disconnect cables its a no go. Am I missing a crutial step? Seems odd that mag recognizes the wifi setup...password accepted etc but cant connect. If it makes any difference I am running a 40 inch sony smart set.

Thanks,

Wayne

[dale-63]

Have you rebooted the mag box afterwards I had that problem rebooted it then it worked

[Wayne361]

Have you rebooted the mag box afterwards I had that problem rebooted it then it worked

Thanks Dale...i appreciate the feedback. I will try this later when I get home and report back.

Wayne

[Wayne361]

No dice. Rebooted device and can only view when wired up. Ive exhausted my limited knowledge of such so will resort to hiring someone more electronically inclined than myself. Any other suggestions are welcome before I call.

Thanks

[Bkman2020]

Have you tried doing a software update?

[Bkman2020]

What type of router do you have ?

[Bkman2020]

What type name brand is that wifi stick is that you are using?

[Bkman2020]

Try choosing other like wep in wifi options in your mag wifi options.

[Wayne361]

I did try to do a software update....maybe this is the issue....software wont update. Stays at 0%. Says last updated in may of this year....but wont update. any idea on how to proceed with this?

Thanks

[Wayne361]

Will try the WEP in wifi.

Thanks

[Wayne361]

Thompson router and d link 160 stick

[Bkman2020]

Update the software hardwired then when its all complete try wireless setup once agian

[Wayne361]

Update the software hardwired then when its all complete try wireless setup once agian

I tried to update software hardwired but wouldnt update. Stayed at "0%" Do you have to leave it for some time? I left it for 5-10 minutes and nothing.

thanks

[Bkman2020]

Are you sure you are connected to the internet ? you update in the embedded portal.

[Bkman2020]

c/p from informir:

Settings" of the internal portal (Autoupdate firmware system)


◾ Open “Settings” of the internal portal;


◾ Choose “Update software now”;


◾ In the opened window “Autoupdate” choose the list of “Available versions” by pressing “OK” - The latest available version is on top of the list;


◾ Choose necessary firmware version;


◾ Move “focus” to “Update” using buttons on RC (up, down, left and right);


◾ Choose “Update” by pressing “ОК” on RC;


◾ Wait untill STB will be updated. Updating process is desplayed as filling of progress-bar and comments

['chasing...]

go to 'settings button on remote & select 'reset settings, & then 'reboot device,, with only wireless configured...:)

[Wayne361]

Thanks guys for the advice. Much appreciated. Got everything working :) Wife is now off my ass...hahaha. Subscription that came with unit isnt what was advertised as there isnt a lot of English content, except for movies, but that is an easy fix.

Regards and thanks once again