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With most 4K UHD TVs (here the LG OLED65E9), the user is prompted to choose the WiFi network connection when setting up the TV. Simply go into their settings menu to automatically detect available WiFi networks, then connect to them by entering the password. The vast majority of 4K Ultra HD TVs and network media players are WiFi enabled. In either setup, once the network cables are connected to the router and various devices, the latter can immediately access the local network and the internet. This cable can then be connected to a network switch that is connected to the TV, game consoles and network media player.

If the internet box is located in a different room, you will have to run at least one cable from the latter to your devices (or use a pair of powerline adapters).

You can install the internet box close to the TV or the A/V stand that holds all of your connected electronics.

In an older building without a network connection, you have two options: All you have to do is connect this communication box to the internet router with a network cable so that all of the rooms equipped with RJ45 ports are connected. These ports lead to a communication box generally situated in the room or in the equipment room where the switchboard is located. In older buildings it is possible to install adapted wall sockets yourself. Recent houses and apartments generally have one or several RJ45 ports in each room, beside the mains sockets. Should you opt for a WiFi connection or an Ethernet connection using a network cable? What steps should you follow in both cases? What are the advantages and disadvantages of these two options? Ethernet connection (RJ45 cable) On the Panasonic TX-55GZ2000 OLED television, the Ethernet port is situated at the back, underneath the TV antenna ports.Ī network connection via Ethernet cable, also called a LAN connection, consists in connecting the 4K television or network media player’s network port to one of the RJ45 ports on the internet box or router. The question then arises of which type of connection to use to connect to the internet router.

But before enjoying all of these features, you need to connect your UHD 4K TV and network media player to the local network and to the internet.

You will finally be able to enjoy your TV programs using Replay and streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video, but you’ll also be able to watch your movies and series stored on a NAS and shared over the local network. You’ve just purchased a new 4K UHD Smart TV and a network media player.