How to fix the Error “Chromecast Reconnect Me”

Google Chromecast enables you to stream video content right to your TV. It is one of the cheapest gadget available in the market to turn your Normal TV into a Smart TV. Chromecast is a device that you plug in into your TV’s HDMI Port using a USB Cable. You can use Chromecast to access videos from NetFlix and Youtube. You can use your Smartphone as a Remote Controller for your Chromecast. In this article, we are going to talk about Chromecast and How to fix the Error “Chromecast Reconnect Me”.

What do I need for Chromecast?

First of all, you will need a Chromecast Dongle. Furthermore, an HD TV with a dedicated HDMI Port to connect the dongle. And, the most important one of the Setup is a Stable Wi-Fi Connection. Last but not the least, a Mobile Device to control your Chromecast.

How does Chromecast Work?

Like a Cable Box or an Antenna, Chromecast too acts as a Transmitter between your TV and your Video Provider from where you will stream videos. First of all, Chromecast broadcasts the content on your linked Netflix or Youtube account, then it shows it too the TV.

How do I Setup Chromecast?

Setting up your Chromecast is a very easy method. First of all, you need to Plug it into your TV. Take your Smartphone in your hand so as to use it as a Remote. Now, connect the Chromecast and Smartphone to the same Wi-Fi. As soon as they get connected to the Wi-Fi, they will recognise each other and start working.

What about the Chromecast Audio?

Similar to its Video Focused Cousin, the Chromecast Audio Plugs in into Speakers to Stream music over Wi-Fi. It works with Spotify, Google Play Music etc, and it is Compatible with both Android as well as iOS Devices.

How to fix the Error “Chromecast Reconnect Me”?

There’s an occasional issue with the Chromecast. Sometimes when you work with the Chromecast, a window appears showing “Chromecast Reconnect Me”. Don’t worry, we are here to help you. Check our simple steps to fix the issue:

Factory Data Reset:

The first and the easiest way to fix the “Chromecast Reconnect Me” is to Reset it to its Factory Defaults. Don’t worry, the Factory Data Reset won’t delete any of your Apps Data, it will simply drag the Updated Settings to the Default one.
To do this, follow the simple steps:

• Hold down the button on the back of your Chromecast for almost about 25 seconds.
• Once the TV Screen goes blank you can let go and for it to clear its memory.

Reset your Modem/Router:

First of all, turn your Modem and Router Off, and disconnect them from the Power too. Wait for 10 seconds and then reconnect the Power Supply only. Now switch on your Modem first and then the Router. After both of them turns on, wait for 30 seconds to 1 minute more and then connect the Chromecast.

Use the Extender:

You have been provided with a short HDMI Extender Cable in the box with your Chromecast. The purpose of this cable is to give your Chromecast a little more breathing room to detect your Wi-Fi Network more accurately.

Move your Router:

If your Router is at a distant place of your house or it is in such an angle of your house that it finds difficult to connect with the Chromecast, then its time for it to have a change in the position.
Also, you can get a Wi-Fi Extender or a separate Wi-Fi Router to place near the Chromecast.

Update your Router’s Firmware:

When you Login to your Router’s Settings menu, there may be a notification regarding the Router’s Firmware Update. If there is any such notification then click on it. After the Update, it will improve your Network Security from External Threats.

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KumarJeeru

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