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Fire TV error code 1061 and possible ways to fix it will be discussed in this write-up. The guide is especially for users currently faced with error code 1061 on their Amazon devices.
Majority of people has been making use of Amazon streaming device to watch their favorite movies and TV shows but most times theyโre frustrated by the constant reoccurring of error code on their screen.
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What Amazon Prime Error Code 1061 indicates
Whenever you experience this error, itโs an indication that there is an issue with your connection. And this will prevent your prime server from establishing a connection with your device.
Most times, it happens to Fire Stick users when theyโll be trying to stream content. Android users are not free from this error as well.
Simply restarting the internet of your device can remove this error.
How to fix it
Confirm the status of your Internet Connection
As you know, the error occurs when your internet connection is weak or being unstable.
So, the first thing you should do is checking the status of your internet.
Restart your Fire Stick
Disconnect all power cables linked to your device and be patient for at least 30 seconds before connecting it again.
From the menu, you can as well restart.
Navigate to the settings >>> click on My Fire TV >>> Restart.
Restart your Router
One of the best ways to boost your internet speed is to restart your router.
Before you do this, ensure no other device is connected.
Better still unplug the router and all the power cables, wait for a couple of seconds before connecting it back.
Delete and reinstall the Prime Video App
This method will be useful when other methods fail to resolve the Prime error code 1061.
Simply delete and reinstall, thatโs all.
With your account information, you can log in again and start enjoying your favorite show.
Whitelisting a device
When your Firestick is blocked or blacklisted, you can whitelist it.
First, you need to confirm if the network is blocked from the routerโs admin panel, then unblock it.
There are situations when a Wi-Fi network you wish to connect your Fire TV will be hidden, preventing it from appearing on the available list of networks.
Better still check the status, if itโs hidden, then unhide and try to establish a connection again.
To establish a connection:
- Go to your Fire TV stick settings >>> select Network. Scroll down and search for โJoin Other Networkโ.
- Type the SSID of the network that was hidden. Press the Pause/Play button.
- Select the network security type and security password/code then tap on Play/Pause.
- Check the details, press Pause/Play to establish a Wi-Fi connection.
Forget your network
If the problem persists on the same network youโre initially connected to, then forget the network so it will allow you to connect again.
Navigate to Fire TV Stick >>> tap on Network >>> position the cursor on the problematic network then click on the Fire TV menu in the remote.
Confirm and delete the network.
At this point, try to reconnect.
If the error persists as you try to establish another connection to a particular Wi-Fi, the router needs to be set back to default.
If you notice your network is consistently unstable, reach out to your ISP and make an official complaint.
Restarting your Fire TV manually
Manually restart your Fire TV Stick with the guidelines below:
- Disconnect the source of power from the socket
- Remove the USB cable of the Fire TV
- Turn on the power source land try again
The remote can also be used to restart the Fire TV by long-pressing the Play/Pause button together with the select button.
This will automatically restart it.
HDMI extender method
According to Amazon, itโs advisable to make use of an HDMI extender oftentimes.
This for especially for those who are not making of it.
The importance of this is that it will fit in properly, hence improving the network connection.
If after this, the error persists, reset the Fire TV Stick to Factory default.
Navigate to settings >>> My Fire TV >>> Reset for default.
In Conclusion
Errors are inevitable especially since the device which connects to the internet gets software updates in a bid to fix any bug/issues.
Frequently asked questions
Amazon Fire TV Stick is not connecting to a new Wi-Fi network.
This happens especially when your previous Wi-Fi network has been cached and itโs refusing to get over it.
To resolve this forget your old network or better still clear cache on your Fire TV stick.
My Fire TV Stick frequently disconnects from my Wi-Fi network.
Several factors can give rise to this; weak internet connection, obsolete software.
To resolve this, disconnect your Fire TV from your television, then restart both your TV and router.
Plug back your device and check the status.
My Amazon Fire TV suddenly stopped working?
Simply restart your Fire TV device or you can establish a direct connection between your Fire TV and your TV.
Next, remove the Fire TV inserted in the HDMI port, then connect it back.
The HDMI hub or cable might be faulty.
Simply replace it.
My Fire TV couldnโt connect to the Fire TV app?
If the app you downloaded refuses to connect, erase the cache and data then restart the device.
Uninstalling and reinstalling the app is the next step.
Restart Fire TV device.
After that, press & holds Play/Pause together with the select button.
How do I get rid of fire stick error?
On the remote, press and power button, wait for a minimum of 10 seconds before pressing it again.
Another thing you can do is to remove the power cord from the outlet, then plug it back in after few seconds.
