How to set up an Amazon Fire Stick, Amazon's portable media streaming device, for the first time

[ad_1]

• Figuring out how to set up an Amazon Fire Stick is simpler than it seems.
• Amazon’s Fire Stick is an easy way for those who don’t have a smart TV to watch shows and movies, listen to music, and enjoy other subscription-based services. 
• Setting up Amazon’s Fire Stick just requires a television with an HDMI port, batteries for the remote, and an internet connection. 
• Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories.

More than five years ago, Amazon released its very own streaming device where you can watch all your favorite TV shows, movies, and more — the Fire Stick. It also comes with equipped with Alexa for voice commands. 

Today, an Amazon Fire Stick costs about $40, and it’s simple to set up. All you need is a television with an HDMI port, batteries for the remote, and an internet connection. 

Check out the products mentioned in this article:

Amazon Fire Stick (From $39.99 on Amazon)

Amazon Prime Membership (From $12.99/mo on Amazon)

How to set up an Amazon Fire Stick

1. When you receive your Amazon Fire Stick, there will be 3 items: the remote, power adapter, and the Fire Stick. First, find the Fire Stick. 

2. Plug the Fire Stick into one of your TV’s HDMI ports, which can usually be found on the back of the television. 

3. Connect the power cable to the Fire Stick. 

4. Then, plug the power cable into a wall outlet, or into the USB port of the TV.

5. Turn on your TV. Using the television’s remote, find the correct input channel or source that  you plugged the Fire Stick into (for example, HDMI 1), and select it.

6. Once you’ve inserted batteries into your Fire Stick remote, press any button. 

7. Now, you should see the Amazon Fire Stick start-up screen. Follow the instructions on screen to finish setting up your Fire Stick. This includes pairing the remote, setting up the language, connecting to Wi-Fi, and signing into your Amazon account. 

Once you’ve signed into your Amazon account, you can download video-streaming apps like HBO, Hulu, and Netflix as well as games and music. 

If you are a Prime member, you will have access to Prime Video. You can also use Alexa to check the weather and add items to your Amazon cart. 

Related coverage from How To Do Everything: Tech:

• ‘What is Amazon Fire TV?’: Everything you need to know about Amazon’s media streaming devices

• All the ways you can watch Amazon Prime Video on your TV

• How to reset an Amazon Fire TV Stick to its factory settings, whether it’s malfunctioning or you want a fresh start

• ‘What is the Amazon Fire TV Stick?’: Everything you need to know about Amazon’s flash-drive shaped streaming device

SEE ALSO: The best smart speaker you can buy: Amazon Echo vs. Google Home vs. Sonos One

Join the conversation about this story »

NOW WATCH: Watch Ford’s delivery robot that walks on two legs like a human

[ad_2]