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I can't connect to Wi-Fi after the initial set-upUpdated 11 days ago

If you are having trouble re-connecting to Wi-Fi after the initial set-up of your Board, please check your software version and the proceed to the appropriate steps below. You can find this number under Settings > System. 

If you’d prefer to connect with us to get set up, you can always schedule a call with our team here, or let us know a better time to reach you and we’ll give you a call.

If your software version is less than 1.3.8

  • Logout: If you have already logged into your Board, logout.
    • Select the menu icon in the upper right corner
    • Select Settings (gear icon) and “Logout”
  • Connect to Wi-Fi:
    • Access the alternative connectivity interface as shown in this short video
    • Select "Network & Internet"
    • If needed, toggle off "Airplane mode"
    • Select "Internet" and connect to your preferred network
  • Date and Time: If the network shows “limited connectivity,” check that the date and time are accurate.
    • Select “System” then “Date & Time”
    • If the date/time are incorrect, disable “Set time automatically”
    • Manually update the date and time
    • Reconnect to your preferred network 
  • Restart your Board:
    • Hold down the round, center power button
    • Select "Restart" when prompted
  • Proceed with your Board setup
    • Create your Board account or sign-in using your existing account to continue setup 

If your software version is 1.3.8-1.4.11 (EXCEPT FOR 1.4.8):

  • Logout: If you have already logged into your Board, logout.
    • Make sure you are logged into the owner profile
    • Select the menu icon in the upper right corner
    • Select Settings (gear icon) and “Logout”
  • Connect to Wi-Fi:
    • Access the alternative connectivity interface by tapping the top left corner of the display 6 times during the Board logo animation (quick video here)
    • Select "Network & Internet"
    • Connect to your preferred network
  • Proceed with your Board setup
    • Create your Board account or sign-in using your existing account to continue setup

If your software version is 1.4.8:

  • Power off and unplug your Board
    • Power off your Board then unplug it from your power outlet for 30 seconds
    • Power on and restart your Board
  • If that doesn’t work then forget and reconnect to your network
    • In Wi-Fi settings, select your network and tap "Forget"
    • Reconnect and re-enter the password

If your software version is 1.5.0 or higher:

  • Forget and reconnect to your network
    • In Wi-Fi settings, select your network and tap "Forget"
    • Reconnect and re-enter the password
  • If that doesn’t work, power off and unplug your Board. 
    • Unplug your Board from your power outlet for 5 minutes
    • Power on and restart your Board

If your software version is 1.3.8 or greater and the above does not work:


  • Logout: If you have already logged into your Board, logout.
    • Select the menu icon in the upper right corner
    • Select Settings (gear icon) and “Logout”
  • Connect to Wi-Fi:
    • Access the alternative connectivity interface by tapping the top left corner of the display 6 times during the Board logo animation (quick video here)
  • Select "Network & Internet"
    • Connect to your preferred network
  • Proceed with your Board setup
  • Create your Board account or sign-in using your existing account to continue setup


If you continue to have trouble, please send an email to [email protected] with a photo or video of what you are seeing and the email used to place the order. If you’d prefer to connect with us live,  you can always schedule a call with our team here, or let us know a better time to reach you and we’ll give you a call.


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