Why the Google Chromecast setup is super easy

The Google Chromecast setup is easy! I'll help!

In this era of rapidly evolving electronic hardware, such as smartphone's, tablets, HDTV's, and computers, things can be a little intimidating If you are not a technology guru when setting up your hardware, turning what is supposed to be a convenience into a nightmare! Sure, you can always pay your neighborhood Geek squad to come setup your devices at a hefty price, but luckily, with the Google Chromecast, all you need to know is how to operate your PC, android, or iPhone smartphones.

Not only does the Chromecast come in at a sweet price, of only $35 dollars, it comes with an even sweeter installation process. While the Google Chromecast setup will be pretty easy for tech veterans, for those not familiar with electronics still may find some trouble. So if your searching around the web for Google Chromecast help, this nifty guide will demonstrate step-by-step how simplified Google has made the setup process, and help you if you are having some trouble setting up your new Chromecast HDMI streaming media player.

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Chromecast HDMI dongle, HDMI extension, and charger

OK, OK, So now you are ready to start the process of setting up your Google Chromecast. The HDMI TV dongle is fully plugin and play, this means you just simply attach the Chromecast into your HDTV HDMI slot and it is ready to go once you install the Google cast app on your PC.

1. 

   Plugging the Chromecast into the HDMI slot

   Connect your Google Chromecast into an open HDMI slot on your TV.                 

   
   
2. Now, take your included USB charger and either connnect to a open slot on your TV, or connect to a power outlet.( I recommend using a power outlet so your TV does not have to draw extra power.)
   
   
3. Follow the onscreen instructions. (if the Chromecast recommends using the HDMI extension for better WiFi reception then use it as well.)

   

   First screen during the setup

   
   
   
   
4. Go to your PC, download & install the Chromecast app http://www.google.com/chromecast/setup.

• Open the app and choose the device you want to setup
• Follow the onscreen prompts to complete
• Select your home WiFi network

Googles PC chromecast app download page

4. If your Google Chromecast is setup correctly, you should be presented with the Chromecast home screen, with your WiFi network listed on the bottom left corner.

Once setup is complete, you're ready to cast!

That was not too difficult, Google really makes the process as simple as matching up your homes WiFi network to the device. It should be noted that your streaming experience is going to tie right into the speed of your home internet, so if you have an older connection, you may experience longer loading times. Once you have everything setup, all that is left is for you to start queuing up your YouTube videos, or Netflix play lists and enjoy the quality invest you made into the Google Chromecast.  

If for some reason you are still having trouble with the setup process, do not worry, Google has a neat little web tool that can assist if you are encountering strange problems, or are just having difficulty with the process. They have created a web install page where it will guide you step by step through the process and help with any errors you encounter. Google Chromecast Web Setup