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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Check for a TV software update

Install available fixes and improvements.

Samsung TV · TizenAbout 4 minutes8 steps · 7 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 8

Keep the TV powered

Make sure the television is connected to the internet. Do not unplug it during an update.

FOLLOW ON YOUR DEVICE01
Look for: Keep the TV powered

A matching screen picture is not available for this step. Follow the instruction above, or open the manufacturer’s guide if your menus differ.

Open Samsung UK Support guidance
Written guidance · take your time
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STEP 1

Keep the TV powered

Make sure the television is connected to the internet. Do not unplug it during an update.

STEP 2

Press Home

Press the Home button on your remote.

An example TV remote with the Home button highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Open Settings

Select Settings in the menu on the left.

Open Settings.
Step 3

STEP 4

Open All Settings

Select All Settings.

Open All Settings.
Step 4

STEP 5

Open Support

Scroll down and select Support at the bottom of the list.

All Settings with Support highlighted.
Step 5

STEP 6

Open Software Update

Select Software Update.

Support with Software Update highlighted.
Step 6

STEP 7

Check

Select Update Now.

Software Update with Update Now highlighted.
Step 7

STEP 8

Let it finish

Accept the update and leave the television connected to power while it restarts.

Leave the TV switched on. It may restart by itself.

The TV checking for updates, with a progress bar.
Step 8

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

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Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly which option to select with your remote. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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