- Connecting the Amazon echo dot and your PC makes your life easier.
- Alexa can be connected to your computer to allow you to add audiobooks, and videos and play music. It allows you to set alarms and create shopping lists, reminders, and to-do lists.
- You can connect to your ceiling fans and speakers. You can use your voice command for your ceiling fan to turn on and play music.
- Recently, I was watching a YouTube video in which a person managed to turn on the tap water using Alexa, I was really fascinated by what Alexa can really do.
Does Alexa Need WiFi?
To work, Alexa devices require a WiFi connection. Alexa is an Internet of Things device. A sensor records audio(when you ask a question) and sends it to the cloud via Wi-fi. It is then processed and sent back over Wi-fi to Alexa from cloud to answer your question.
How to connect Alexa to a new WiFi network with the app
Open the Alexa app, then tap Devices to connect Alexa with a new WiFi network. Select Echo & Alexa, then choose the Alexa device that you wish to connect to a new WiFi Network. Next, tap Change next WiFi Network to enter your WiFi password
1. Open the Amazon Alexa App. The Alexa app can be downloaded from both the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
Not all Alexa apps are authentic. Make sure to download the Alexa app from AMZN Mobile LLC.
2. Next, tap Devices. This tab will appear in the bottom-right corner.
3. Next, select Echo & Alexa.
4. Next, select the Alexa device that you wish to connect to a new WiFi connection. Go back to the Devices screen, and then select All Devices. This will be to the right side of Echo & Alexa. If your device is still not visible, reset it and set up a new one. Check out this step-by-step guide to help you rest your Echo device.
Notice: You can ask Alexa for the name of your device if you forget it.
5. Next, tap Change. This small text will appear to the right under WiFi Network.
6. Next, tap No. You will need to hold the button down until your device enters setup mode. An Echo smart speaker will have an orange light as it enters setup mode.
7. Next, put your Alexa device in setup mode and tap Continue.. Each Alexa device is unique, so be sure to review the app to determine which button to press. You will need to press the action button if you own an Echo smart speaker. This button is located on the top of your Echo device and has a dot in its middle.
8. Next, select your Alexa device. If you don’t see your Alexa device in the list, tap Device not listed? at the bottom of the app.
9. Next, select your WiFi network. You can skip this step if you have already saved a WiFi network.
10. Then enter your WiFi password.
11. Wait for your Alexa to connect to the new WiFi network.
You can connect Alexa to WiFi using a browser if you are unable to use the mobile app. This is how to connect Alexa with WiFi without using the app.
How to connect Alexa to a new WiFi network without the app
Sign in to alexa.amazon.com to connect Alexa to a WiFi network. Next, click Settings > Create a new device. Select your device. Next, switch on pairing mode to connect to your device’s WiFi network. Next, select your network and enter your password.
1. Go to alexa.amazon.com using a web browser. This can be done with Google Chrome, Safari or Firefox.
2. Log in to Amazon account. Enter your Amazon username and password. If youdon’t have an Amazon account. Click the Create a New Amazon Account button to create an Amazon account.
3. Next, click Settings. This will appear in the left sidebar. This option is available in the left sidebar of your browser. Zoom out or expand your browser window to see it.
4. Next, select Set up a new device.
5. Next, choose the Alexa device that you wish to connect to a new WiFi connection. Scroll down to see more options.
6. Click Continue.
7. Next, plug your Alexa device into a power source.
8. Wait for the ring light turn orange.
Not seeing the orange light ring on your device? You will then see the button that you need to press on your device. You will most likely need to press the action button at the top of the Echo device with the dot in its middle.
9. Next, connect to a network using the format AmazonXXX. Open your browser and connect to the WiFi networks on your phone or computer. To set up Alexa on a Windows11 PC, click the WiFi icon at the bottom-right corner. You can also find the WiFi icon on a Mac in the upper right corner of your screen. If you are using a tablet or a phone, go to Settings > WiFi. You should then see the network among all available WiFi networks.
10. Go back to your browser, and then click Continue. After you’ve connected to your WiFi network you’ll see a window saying, “Your computer has connected” to Alexa.
11. Next, choose the WiFi network to which Alexa should be connected. You can skip this step if you have already saved a network.
12. Next, enter your WiFi password. Click Connect.
13. Finally wait for your Alexa to connect to the new WiFi network. After you’re done, you can ask Alexa a question to verify the connection. You can ask Alexa, for example, “Alexa what’s the weather like tomorrow?”
How to Connect Alexa to a Windows 11(laptop)
Step 1: Open a web browser on your computer and go to alexa.amazon.com.
Step 2: Sign in to your Amazon account or create a new one. If you’re an existing Amazon user, you can sign in with your email address and password and click Sign-in. Otherwise, click on Create a new Amazon account. On the next page, type in your name and email address and create a password. Next, click on Create your Amazon account.
Step 3: Next, click Settings. You will find the Settings button in the left sidebar.
Step 4: Then click Set up a new device. From the Settings menu page, you will find this as the first option under the Devices panel.
How to Connect Alexa to a Windows 11 using Bluetooth
1. Ask Alexa to turn on Bluetooth.
2. Then, Go to Windows 11 taskbar and click ⌃ and then click on the Bluetooth logo.
3. Now, Click on Add a Bluetooth Device. A Window will pop up named Bluetooth & other devices.
4. You should now see your external device listed on Bluetooth & other devices. Tap on the device to pair.
How to Connect Alexa to a Windows 11(PC) using Bluetooth
If you’ve found that your PC does not have Bluetooth built in, then you’ll need to add it. The good news is that it’s easy to do and you don’t have to spend much on it. You just have to buy Bluetooth adapter from online e-commerce store or nearby computer stores and after you buy the device, plug the device in your PC and follow these steps-
1. Ask Alexa to turn on Bluetooth.
2. Then, Go to Windows 11 taskbar and click ⌃ and then click on the Bluetooth logo.
3. Now, Click on Add a Bluetooth Device. A Window will pop up named Bluetooth & other devices.
4. You should now see your external device listed on Bluetooth & other devices. Tap on the device to pair.
How to Connect Alexa to a iPad using Bluetooth
Step 1: On your iPhone, open the Settings app. Navigate to Bluetooth and open it.
Step 2: Say, “Alexa, pair” to put the Amazon Echo device in Bluetooth Pairing mode. With that command, Alexa should give you an audible acknowledgment that it is searching and confirm when your Echo device is in pairing mode. Alexa should also give you an audible confirmation that it has just connected to your iPad.
On your Bluetooth screen, the Echo will now show as connected. You can see this by scrolling to Other Devices at the bottom where the particular Echo device appears. If you are facing any issue or have questions related Windows 11 you can comment us below. It will be a pleasure to help you.
