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This guide explains how to check your LG TV’s network connection status and identify where a wired (Ethernet) connection is failing so you can restore internet access and confirm expected network performance.
Please Note
- Unplug power cords by holding the plug, not the cable.
- Do not use damaged LAN (Ethernet) cables or loose wall jacks.
- If you connect the TV directly to a wall outlet without a router, the TV may not receive an IP address depending on your home network environment.
Slow or unavailable network speed on an LG TV can occur in these situations.
If your LG TV cannot reach the internet or the connection is unstable, the issue is commonly caused by a physical cable problem, a temporary router modem error, or an outage or line issue from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Checking the TV’s wired network status helps you pinpoint where the connection is failing.
1. LAN cable connection or cable damage
The LAN cable may be loose, disconnected, or damaged. A poor connection can reduce throughput or prevent the TV from obtaining network settings.
2. Router or modem temporary error
Your router or modem may have a temporary system error and fail to provide an IP address or route traffic to the internet.
3. ISP outage or line issue
If your home network equipment is working but the internet line is down, the TV may show a connection failure even though the LAN link is active.
Check the wired connection status on your LG TV and isolate the failure point.
Step 1. Connect the TV to the router using a wired (Ethernet) connection
1) Connect a LAN cable from the wall socket to the router’s WAN (Internet) port.
2) Connect the router’s LAN port to the LAN port on the back of the TV using a LAN cable.
Note: You can connect the TV directly to the wall outlet without a router, but depending on your home network environment, the TV may not receive an IP address. Verify your network setup before connecting directly.
Step 2. Check the wired network status in TV Settings
Setting: Settings > All Settings > Connection > Wired Connection (Ethernet)
1) Press the Settings button on the remote.
2) Open All Settings, then select General.
3) Select Network, Wired Connection (Ethernet) and confirm whether the TV shows as connected.
If the TV is not connected, open the network status details to locate the point marked with an “X”.
Step 3. If the “X” is between the TV and the gateway (router)
Cause: The TV is not communicating with the router.
What to do:
1) Reseat the LAN cable at both the TV and router ports.
2) Try a different LAN cable if available.
3) Power-cycle the router: unplug the router power cord, wait 10 seconds, then plug it back in.
4) Recheck the wired connection status on the TV.
Step 4. If the “X” is between the gateway (router) and DNS
Cause: The TV is connected to the router, but the router is not receiving or properly routing an internet signal.
What to do:
1) Power-cycle the router (unplug, wait 10 seconds, plug back in).
2) If you use a separate ISP modem, check its status lights and reboot it if needed.
3) After the network restarts, check the TV’s wired connection status again.
Step 5. If the “X” is between DNS and the internet
Cause: The internet line or ISP service may be down.
What to do:
1) Confirm whether other devices on the same network can access the internet.
2) If multiple devices are affected, contact your ISP and request a line,service check.
3) After the ISP confirms service is restored, recheck the TV connection status.
Step 6. If the LAN cable is connected but the TV does not connect automatically
1) Fully power-cycle the TV: unplug the TV power cord, wait 1 minute, then plug it back in.
2) Reboot the router.
3) If the issue continues, replace the LAN cable and test again.
FAQ
- Q. I connected an Ethernet cable, but my LG TV does not connect automatically. What should I do?
- A. Power-cycle the TV (unplug for 1 minute, then plug back in) and reboot the router. If it still does not connect, try a different LAN cable and confirm the cable is firmly seated in both ports.
- Q. Can my LG TV use Wi‑Fi and a wired connection at the same time?
- A. No. The TV uses one network connection at a time and will prioritize a single active connection (either wired Ethernet or Wi‑Fi).
Still Need Help?
If the steps above did not resolve your issue, please visit the LG Electronics Support website. You can chat with our virtual assistant or schedule a service repair for further assistance.
※ Please note that service fees may apply for engineer visits if your product is out of warranty.