topic Re: Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day in Sky Stream

Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day

Markt336 — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 21:01:15 GMT

Remote doesn't work when puck freezes then you have to unplug it to reset it

Re: Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day

Markt336 — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 21:16:02 GMT

My wifi was on and i am running ethernet.
i will see how it goes now wifi switched off thank you all for your help

Re: Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day

Fothergill1 — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 21:34:01 GMT

Hi @Markt336 .

As you are connected by Ethernet you must turn off WiFi in your settings as you have suggested (Settings / Network / Advance settings). If after turning off WiFi you are still having issues it will probably be that your network is struggling.

One of the main reasons for freezing is the quality and speed of the network signal being received at the TV/puck and not that being received at the router. This can be checked with the Netflix App (Get help > Check network). The minimum speed recommended for HD is 25mbps and 30mbps for UHD (add 5mbps to each if you have an additional puck).

Note the Ethernet port on the Stream puck only supports 100mbps so don't expect any highert speed when you run the Netflix Speed test.

Although the conventional wisdom suggests Ethernet is best some people have had more success with WiFi so it's always worth a try.

Re: Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day

MarkGoldsmith — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 22:46:16 GMT

When disabling the WiFi in the network settings, it's always worth rebooting your puck after doing so (by unplugging it for a minute).

Ive seen in the past the WiFi not actually disabling itself when it's turned off in the settings without the puck being rebooted.

Re: Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day

Super+Anthony — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 07:22:14 GMT

I have had the same issue and I am using Ethernet. My broadband is over 500mbps

I spoke to sky last night and they were very helpful and have said they have had lots of people saying about the issues. We did a reset yesterday and seems better. We will see how it goes and if it carries on they will possibly look as swapping the puck

Re: Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day

Markt336 — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 11:16:25 GMT

Yes that seems to have worked thank you very much everyone for your help 👍

Re: Puck keeps freezing at least 2-3 times a day

Super+Anthony — Sun, 12 May 2024 16:40:29 GMT

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