What is WPS (Push Button) and how to use it to connect a TV, Blu-ray Disc player or other Internet capable device to a Network wirelessly (Wi-Fi)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a feature supplied with many routers. It is designed to make the process of connecting to a secure wireless network from a computer or other device easier.
NOTE: Some manufactures may use the following terms instead of WPS (Push Button) to describe this function.

• Wi-Fi Simple Config
• Push 'n' Connect
• PBC
• Quick Secure Setup (QSS)

Verify that the router and the Internet capable device supports the WPS feature:

1. Look on your modem or router to see if it has a WPS button:
   
2. Go into the Network menu of your Internet capable device to see if the WPS option is available. 
   

Follow these steps to set up a WPS (Push Button) connection:

1. Using the supplied remote, press the HOME button.
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Network.
4. Select Network Set up or Setup Network Connections.
5. Select Wireless,  Wireless LAN or Wi-Fi.
6. Select WPS (Push Button).
7. Select Start so that the TV searches for the WPS connection.
   
8. Press the WPS button on the router to establish a connection. Depending on the router and the home configuration, it may take a few minutes to connect.
   NOTES: Most routers have a light that flashes while the connection is established.
9. Once a successful connection is made, select OK.
   

WPS Push button method for Android TVs

1. Using the supplied remote control, press the HOME button.
2. Select Settings.
3. Under the Network & Accessories category, select Network.
4. Under the Network category, select Network setup.
5. Under the Network setup, select either Easy or Expert.
   • Easy setup
     1. On the Select how to connect to your network screen, select Wi-Fi.
     2. On the Select a way to connect to your wireless router screen, select CONNECT BY WPS BUTTON.

        

     3. Press the WPS button on the wireless router.

        NOTE: The search for the network router is cancelled if you do not press the WPS button on the router within 2 minutes.

   • Expert setup
     1. Under the Device Network screen, select Wi-Fi.
     2. Under the Network Wi-Fi screen, select Connect via WPS.

        

     3. Press the WPS button on the router.

        

   If the WPS connection fails, try the following:

   • Make sure that the router's WPS feature is enabled.
   • Move the router closer to the device.

   Contact the router manufacturer or your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for further assistance.