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3.1 Chromecast setup from a Windows PC
If you are running Windows 7 or Windows 8, follow the following steps:
Step 1: make sure your PC is connected to the router either through a cable or through wireless.
Step 2: Install Google Chrome.
Chromecast only works with Chrome browser. So, if your computer does not have Chrome browser yet, download one from: https://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/
Follow the instructions to install the browser.
Step 3: Download the Google Home App.
In your browser, navigate to https://cast.google.com/chromecast/setup Save the file or run it once it is downloaded. If you choose to save the file, you will need to double click on the file to begin the installation process.
Step 4: Run the Google Home app.
Once the app is started, it will automatically start to search for the Chromecast device nearby.
When the Chromecast was found, the device’s name will be shown on your PC. You will see the screen of “Ready to setup ChromecastXXXX”.
Click “Continue” in the installer.
Now check the code shown on your TV screen and the App window. Click That’s my Code if the codes match.
Then, you will be asked to provide the info of the wireless network to be used for Chromecast. Chromecast will connect to this network automatically next time.
If the setup is successful, you will see the “ready to cast” screen.
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3.2 Chromecast setup from Android phone or Android tablet
To set up Chromecast using your Android phone or tablet, you must install the Google Home App for Android. Your Android device must run Android 2.3 or later versions.
Step 1: Make sure your Android phone or tablet is connected to the WiFi network.
Step 2: Get the Google Home App for Android.
You can get the App in Google Play store directly or at: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.chromecast.app
Or navigate to: http://www.google.com/chromecast/setup
Step 3: Launch the Google Home App for Android.
Once the app is launched, it will automatically search for Chromecast devices in range. Select the Chromecast device you want to set up from the list and follow the prompts on the screen to complete the setup of your Chromecast. The other steps are similar to those for Windows PC.
If the setup is successful, you will see the “ready to cast” screen.
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3.3 Chromecast setup from iPhone or iPad
To set up Chromecast using your iOS phone or tablet, you must install the Google Home App for iOS, which is available for iOS devices running iOS 6 or later.
Step 1: Make sure your iPhone or iPad is connected to the WiFi network.
Step 2: Get the Google Home App for iOS from iTunes.
You can get the App in iTunes directly or at: https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/chromecast/id680819774?mt=8
Or navigate to: http://www.google.com/chromecast/setup
Step 3: Launch the Google Home App
Once the app is launched, it will automatically search for Chromecast devices in range. Select the Chromecast device you want to set up from the list and follow the prompts on the screen to complete the setup of your Chromecast. The other steps are similar to those for Windows PC.
If the setup is successful, you will see the “ready to cast” screen.
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3.4 Chromecast setup from Mac OS and OS X
To set up Chromecast on Mac, follow similar steps as in Windows. The requirement is that you need OS X 10.7 or higher.
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4. Troubleshoot Chromecast and FAQs
Q1. Nothing shows on the TV screen.
A1: The possible causes:
Forget to turn on the TV. Turn on it.
No power for Chromecast. Check the light on your Chromecast. It should be illuminated or blinking.
USB port in TV does not provide enough current for Chromecast. The LED colour will be in red. Try the included power adapter
TV source is not set to the HDMI port. Check the source options on TV.
You are using some old HDMI switch or splitter. Most of them should work with Chromecast, but a few may not. Try to plug Chromecast to the TV directly.
Q2. My PC (laptop, smartphone, tablet…) does not find any devices when running the Chromecast App.
A2: Possible causes:
Your PC (laptop, smartphone, tablet…) is not connected to the wireless router. Connect your device to your home network.
Your PC (laptop) is using cable connection to the router. Most of the time, this is NOT a problem. But some router may have strange settings for LAN and wireless. So, try a wireless connection.
Your PC does not have a wireless card. You must use a PC with wireless capabilities.
Your PC (laptop, smartphone, tablet…) is using 5GHz connection. Most of the time, this is NOT a problem. But some router may have strange settings for these two networks. So, try 2.4GHz wireless connection.
Your PC (laptop, smartphone, tablet…) is using 802.11 AC connection. Most of the time, this is NOT a problem. But some router may have strange settings for AC and b/g/n network. So, try to disable AC in your router.
Q3: to be added…
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5. Chromecast Tips
Chromecast tips are now merged with Chromecast how-to guides . More topics on using Chromecast are also there.
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