Finding the Wireless MAC Address

Bypassing Wi-Fi Setup for Your Smart TV

Most smart TVs do not allow you to access the network settings until you have completed the initial setup. Follow these instructions to locate the MAC address:

Power On and Initial Language/Region Setup

• Unbox and Plug In: Connect the power cord and turn on the TV.
• Initial Prompts: The TV will first prompt you to select your Language and Region/Country. Complete these simple steps.

The Network/Connectivity Screen

The next screen will almost always be the Network or Connectivity screen, where the TV automatically searches for Wi-Fi networks.

• Look for the Bypass Option:Carefully check all corners and buttons on the screen for the following options:
  • Skip
  • Setup Later
  • Connect Manually
  • No Internet Connection
• Select the Bypass Option: Use your remote's directional pad to navigate and select the option to skip the wireless connection.

Choosing the Input Source

• Once you skip the Wi-Fi, the TV will likely ask you to connect your devices.
• Select Your Primary Input: Choose the input you plan to use most often (e.g., HDMI 1 for a gaming console). This tells the TV to skip all the "Smart Hub" or app setup features.
• The TV should then proceed to the regular home screen or the selected input source.

Device-Specific Instructions

Apple TV

• Go to the main menu on your Apple TV and select Settings.
• In the Settings Menu, select About.
• Here you can find your MAC Address listed as the Wireless ID.

Xbox One

• Press the Menu button on your controller.
• Navigate to the Settings page.
• Select Network.
• Select Advanced Settings.
• MAC address will be listed next to Wireless MAC on the right-hand side of the screen.

PlayStation 4

• Turn on your PlayStation 4 without any disk in the drive and wait for the menu to pop up.
• Navigate to the Settings icon (located on the far left).
• Select the System icon under the Settings menu.
• You will see your MAC address listed on this screen, containing letters and numbers in the format xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.

Roku

• From the Home screen, press Up to make the Menu Bar appear.
• Select Settings.
• Select Player Info.

Roku TV

• Enter the Internet menu.
• Select Setup new wireless connection.
• Highlighting either "scan again" or "scan again to see all networks" options displays an informational panel with the wireless MAC address of your Roku TV.

Amazon Echo

• Download the Amazon Alexa app to your phone or computer and sign in with your Amazon account.
• Connect to the wireless network transmitted by your Echo device.
• The wireless MAC address for your Echo can be found at the bottom of the Echo Setup screen in the Alexa app.

Amazon Fire Stick

• From the Fire TV or Fire TV Stick’s home screen, scroll down to Settings.
• Next, scroll to the right and select System.
• Next, scroll down to and select About.
• Next, scroll down to Network. Your Fire TV or Fire TV Stick’s MAC Address will be listed on the right in the format xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.

Nintendo DS

(Applies to: New Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 2DS)

• From the HOME menu, highlight and select the System Settings Icon.
• Select Internet Settings.
• Tap Other Information.
• Tap Confirm MAC Address. Your system's MAC Address will be displayed on the screen.

Nintendo Wii

• Go to the Wii Channel.
• Select Wii Options (round button in the bottom left corner of the screen with the word Wii on it).
• Go to Wii Settings (second page).
• Select Internet.
• Select Console Information.
• The first line will have the MAC Address.

PlayStation 3

• Start the PlayStation 3 with no disc inserted.
• Select the System Settings icon and push the X button.
• Select System Information and push the X button.
• The third line will be the MAC Address.

Xbox 360

• From the Xbox Dashboard, go to My Xbox (select the Xbox logo on the controller) > Settings > System Settings.
• Select Network Settings.
• Select Wired Network or Wireless Network based on your connection to the internet.
• Once you are in the correct network tab, select Configure Network > Additional Settings > Advanced Settings.
• The 12-digit MAC address will be listed at the bottom of the screen.

Incompatible Devices