Wi-Fi on the MSi L1350D TV: How to enable and configure the network connection

TV MSi L1350D — a popular Smart TV model, but many users encounter difficulties when connecting to Wi-Fi for the first time. Unlike modern devices with automatic network detection, it requires manual configuration through hidden menus or button combinations. This article will help you figure out how to activate the wireless module, even if it's not visible in the default settings.

Peculiarity L1350D - using a platform based on Android TV 9.0 with a customized shell from MSiBecause of this, the path to the Wi-Fi settings may differ from the usual one. Samsung or LGWe'll cover all possible methods: from basic activation via the remote control to resetting network settings when the module is blocked.

If your TV previously connected to the network, but now Wi-Fi "disappears" after an update or reset, a firmware issue may be the cause. In this case, further diagnostics will be required—there's a separate section of this article devoted to this.

1. Basic method: turning on Wi-Fi through the settings menu

The most obvious method is to use the standard menu. However, MSi L1350D The "Wi-Fi" option may be hidden under several layers of settings. Follow these step-by-step instructions:

1. Click the button Home (home) on the remote to open the main menu.

2. Select a section Settings (gear icon) → Network and Internet.

3. Find in the submenu Wi-FiIf the item is not there, click Additionally or More....

4. Activate the switch On next to the module's name. The TV will begin searching for available networks.

Important: If the network list is empty after turning it on, check that Wi-Fi isn't disabled on the router itself. Also, make sure the TV is within range (no more than 10 meters from the router, with no obstructions).

Check that the router is turned on and distributing Wi-Fi.

Make sure the remote control has working batteries.

Disable VPN or proxy on your TV (if used previously)

Reboot your router if networks are not showing-->

On some firmware versions MSi L1350D paragraph Wi-Fi can be called Wireless network or WLANIf you don't find it in the section Network and Internet, try an alternative route:

Settings → Device → Network settings → Wireless connection

2. Alternative method: turning on via the service menu

If Wi-Fi doesn't turn on using the default settings, the module may be disabled at the system level. In this case, service menu (Hidden from the user). Caution: Incorrect actions here may reset the TV settings!

Login instructions:

1. Turn off the TV using the remote control (button) Power).

2. Press and hold the combination on the remote control: Menu + 1 + 1 + 4 + 7.

3. Without releasing the button, turn on the TV with the button Power on the body.

4. Wait for the service menu to appear (usually a blue or green screen with small text).

In the service menu:

• 🔍 Find the section Network or Wi-Fi Module (use buttons ↑↓ for navigation).
• 🔄 Check the module status: if specified Disabled, change to Enabled.
• 💾 Save changes (usually the button Exit or OK) and reboot the TV.

⚠️ Attention: In the service menu, do not change the parameters related to Backlight, Panel Adjustment or EEPROMThis may cause irreversible damage to the matrix or board.

3. Turn on Wi-Fi using the hardware buttons on the TV

If the remote control is lost or not working, you can control the settings using the physical buttons on the body. MSi L1350D. They are usually located on the bottom or side panel:

• 📺 Power — on/off.
• 🔽 Volume -/+ — volume control (used for menu navigation).
• 📊 Source/Input — switching signal sources.
• ⚙️ Menu — call the main menu (if any).

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Turn on the TV with the button Power on the body.

2. Click Menu (or Source, if there is no separate menu button).

3. By using Volume -/+ navigate through the menu to the section Settings → Net.

4. Select Wi-Fi and activate the module with the button OK (or Source, if it performs the role of confirmation).

If your model does not have a button Menu, try holding Volume - And Source simultaneously for 5 seconds - this may open a hidden menu.

Through the standard settings menu

I use WPS on my router.

I enter data manually

Problems occur frequently, I have to reset the settings-->

4. Connection issues: Why Wi-Fi won't turn on

If after all the manipulations the module still does not activate, the reasons may be as follows:

Critical feature MSi L1350DOn some firmware versions, the Wi-Fi module gets blocked after five unsuccessful connection attempts. In this case, only a hard reset or a software update will help.

If your TV was previously connected to a different network and has now “forgotten” it, try:

• 🔄 Restart the router and TV at the same time.
• 📵 Delete a saved network in settings: Settings → Network → Saved Networks → Delete.
• 🔧 Change the Wi-Fi channel on the router (for example, from automatic to fixed 6 or 11).

5. Reset your TV to restore Wi-Fi

If other methods don't help, there remains factory resetThis will delete all saved networks, accounts, and installed apps, but it often solves wireless module problems.

Instructions:

1. Open the menu: Settings → Support → Reset.

2. Select Reset network settings (if any) or Full reset.

3. Enter your PIN (default) 0000, 1234 or 9999).

4. Confirm the reset and wait for the reboot (it will take 2-5 minutes).

⚠️ Attention: After a full reset, the TV will require initial setup, including language and country selection. Please have your Wi-Fi network information (name and password) ready.

If resetting doesn't help, the reason may be hardware failure Wi-Fi module. In this case:

• 🛠️ Contact the service center MSi (check warranty).
• 🔌 Use an alternative connection via Ethernet (if there is a port on the TV).
• 📶 Buy an external USB Wi-Fi adapter (models with a chip are supported) RTL8188 or RTL8812).

6. Updating the firmware to fix Wi-Fi errors

On MSi L1350D Wi-Fi problems are often related to outdated firmware. The manufacturer periodically releases patches to fix connection issues. There are two ways to update the firmware:

Method 1: Via the Internet (if Wi-Fi has ever worked)

Go to:

Settings → About device → System update → Check for updates

If an update is found, confirm the installation. Don't turn off the TV during the process!

Method 2: Via USB drive (if Wi-Fi doesn't work)

Download the latest firmware from official website MSi (Support section → enter model L1350D). Instructions:

1. Unzip the archive with the firmware onto a flash drive (format FAT32).

2. Insert the flash drive into the USB port of the TV.

3. Go to Settings → About device → Update from USB.

4. Select the firmware file (usually has the extension .bin or .pkg).

⚠️ Attention: Use a flash drive with a capacity of no more than 8 GB. Unknown firmware sources may contain malware—download files only from the official website.

After update:

• 🔄 Restart your TV.
• 🔧 Reset your Wi-Fi (networks may drop after the update).
• 📱 Check the operation of Smart TV apps (some require re-authorization).

7. Checking the router's compatibility with the TV

Sometimes the problem isn't in the MSi L1350D, but in the router settings. The TV may not support:

• 🌐 Modern standards Wi-Fi 6 (use Wi-Fi 4/5).
• 🔒 Encryption Types WPA3 or WEP (optimally - WPA2-PSK).
• 📡 Channels above 11 in the 2.4 GHz range (try channels 1, 6 or 11).
• 🔗 Modes 802.11r (Fast Roaming) or 802.11k.

Recommended router settings for MSi L1350D:

If your router does not support these options, try:

• 🔄 Temporarily disable network protection (leave Open network) for the test.
• 📡 Connect your TV via guest network router (usually with simplified settings).
• 🔧 Update the router firmware (on the manufacturer's website, for example, TP-Link or ASUS).

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about Wi-Fi on the MSi L1350D

Settings → About device → Status → Network information

Network → MAC Address (Wireless)