Planning to bring your old Hisense TV back to life and connect it to a Wi-Fi network? It’s important to note that not all Hisense Smart TV models support Wi-Fi or have Ethernet ports. However, if your TV has only HDMI or USB ports, you can still connect it to the internet using an external Ethernet adapter. This device allows you to link an Ethernet cable directly to your TV, providing a stable internet connection. To learn how to connect an ethernet cable to your Hisense TV without an ethernet port in detail, follow the steps outlined in this article.
Things to Do Before Connecting Ethernet Cable to Hisense TV
Many older Hisense Smart TV models lack built-in Ethernet ports, making it challenging to establish an internet connection via Ethernet cable. However, you can quickly connect your TV to the internet using a USB or HDMI to Ethernet adapter. Before purchasing, ensure your Hisense TV has an HDMI or USB port.
How to Connect an Ethernet Cable to a Hisense TV Without an Ethernet Port
1. Unpack the Ethernet adapter and connect its USB or HDMI cable to the corresponding port on your Hisense TV.
2. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to your router and the other end to the Ethernet adapter attached to the TV.
3. Turn on your Hisense Smart TV and Wi-Fi router.
4. Wait a few seconds for the adapter to activate.
5. Your TV should now receive a wired internet connection from your router.
6. Test the connection by streaming online content on your TV.
FAQ
Yes, you can use an Ethernet adapter to connect your Ethernet cable to the HDMI port on your Hisense Roku TV.
To resolve WiFi connectivity issues, restart your WiFi router. If the problem persists, forget the WiFi network on your Hisense TV and try reconnecting.