This guide will take you through all the possible fixes for the blinking white light on your Roku device. We’ll cover everything from simple troubleshooting tips to more advanced solutions to get you back to streaming again in no time.
How to Fix the Blinking White Light on Your Roku Device
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If there’s a blinking white light on your Roku player, something is wrong. These are the most likely culprits:
- Connectivity issues
- Software problem
- Unsupported display resolution
System Restart Your Roku Device
A quick restart can resolve most problems on your Roku device or any device. To restart your device:
- Press the Home button on your Roku remote
- Scroll and select Settings
- Select System
- Select Power. If you do not see a Power submenu, skip to the next step.
- Select System restart
After a few seconds, your device should fully restart.
Note: If you are using a Roku TV or a Smart TV with built-in Roku functionality, there is a different method to restart the device.
You can restart the device by removing the power cord from your Roku device for at least 10 seconds before plugging it back in.
Is your screen still blank? Try the next solution.
Reboot Your WiFi Router
Rebooting your WiFi router will help resolve connection issues with your Roku device. All you have to do is:
- Unplug your WiFi device from the power source
- Wait for a minute and plug the device’s cable into the power outlet
This method should fix any connection problems affecting your Roku device. If the white light keeps blinking, change your TV display resolution.
Change Your TV’s Display Resolution
When your TV’s screen resolution is lesser than the output resolution of your Roku device, it can cause over-scanning or distortion on the edges of the screen. It might also be responsible for the blinking white light.
In the event of display resolution incompatibility:
- Go to the home screen of your Roku device by pressing the Home button on the remote control.
- Use the arrow buttons on the remote to navigate the Settings menu, then select a Display type.
- Select Display resolution and choose the best resolution for your TV or monitor.
- Press OK to confirm your selection.
The resolution options available (720p, 1080p, and 4K) vary depending on your Roku device and the capabilities of your TV.
Check Your Cable Connections
Faulty or incorrectly plugged cables can cause a white blinking light on your Roku device and disrupt your TV setup. Examine each cable and the connections to the ports for any damage or incorrect plug-ins.
Here’s what to do:
- Ensure that all cables connecting your TV to your Roku device are plugged in correctly. This includes the HDMI cable and the wire that connects to your TV port.
- If all the cables are well connected, check for physical damage. If you find any faulty ones, replace them.
- If you cannot find external physical damage, try new cables to rule out internal problems. You can also test the cables on alternative devices to confirm their working condition.
Connect Your Roku Device to Wired Internet
Your router may be responsible for the white blinking light on your Roku device. Change your internet connection from wireless to wired and see if that changes anything.
You need an Ethernet cable and a router or modem with an available Ethernet port for wired connections. Use the following steps to establish a connection:
- Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your Roku device.
- Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to an available Ethernet port on your router or modem.
- Switch on your Roku device and wait to connect to the internet.
- Once the device is connected, go to the home screen of your Roku device and navigate to the Settings menu.
- Select Network and then Check connection to ensure your device has connected to the internet.
If the connection is successful, your Roku device should be able to stream content without interruption. It should also eliminate the white blinking light on your device.
Factory Reset Your Roku Device
A factory reset will restore your Roku device to its original settings, wipe all personal settings and data, and clear out any files causing the white blinking light.
There are two ways to reset your Roku device; using a remote or the reset button. To reset your device to factory settings using a remote:
- Go to the home screen of your Roku device by pressing the Home button on the remote control.
- Use the arrow buttons on the remote to navigate the Settings menu, then select System.
- Select Advanced system settings.
- Select Factory reset and then select “Factory reset everything.”
- Confirm the action by selecting Yes, and wait for the process to complete.
If you want to use the reset button:
- Locate the button at the back or bottom of the Roku device.
- Press and hold the button for 10 seconds and then release (If your Roku device’s reset button is a hole, you’ll have to use a straightened paper clip to press it.)
- Once complete, an indicator light or LED status will blink rapidly.
Remember that a factory reset will delete all your settings, including your account information, channels, and saved data. If you have a Roku TV, restoring it to default will also erase the TV settings, including channels and input settings. You will need to set up your device and install your channels again.
Keep Streaming
Your Roku device provides your favorite entertainment channels and content. It’s a bummer when you can’t access them due to a white blinking light. Not to worry, you can get back to the entertainment you love by fixing this problem with the tips in this guide.
If you still experience issues with your Roku device after trying these methods, contact the Roku customer support team for further assistance. They will help you identify the problem and provide recommendations or solutions. Remember that if your device is out of warranty, you will be charged for repairs or replacement parts.
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