LG TV Error 106 — What It Means & How to Fix It

What Does This Error Mean?

Error 106 means your LG TV cannot connect to your Wi-Fi or wired network. The TV is finding the network name but failing to complete the connection. Restarting the TV and router, and re-entering your Wi-Fi password, usually fixes Error 106.

Affected Models

LG OLED C2
LG OLED C3
LG QNED85
LG NanoCell 75
LG UHD UP7670

Common Causes

Incorrect Wi-Fi password saved on the TV
Router is in a fault state and not accepting new connections
TV is too far from the router for a stable Wi-Fi signal
IP address conflict — another device has the same IP as the TV
Router's MAC address filtering is blocking the TV

How to Fix It

Restart the TV by unplugging it from the wall for 30 seconds, then plug it back in.

A power cycle clears the TV's network state and forces a fresh connection attempt.
Restart your router by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then wait 2 minutes after powering it on.

Router faults prevent all devices from connecting — not just the TV.
On the TV, go to Settings > Network > Wi-Fi Connection, forget the network, and reconnect.

Re-entering the Wi-Fi password clears a saved incorrect password that causes Error 106.
Move the TV closer to the router or use a Wi-Fi extender to boost the signal.

LG TVs need a strong Wi-Fi signal — signal drops below threshold trigger Error 106.
Check your router's MAC address filtering settings and add the TV's MAC address if filtering is enabled.

Find the TV's MAC address under Settings > Network > Wi-Fi Connection > Advanced Settings.
Try connecting via Ethernet cable to rule out a wireless adapter fault.

If Ethernet works but Wi-Fi does not, the TV's wireless module may need service.

When to Call a Professional

Contact LG support if Error 106 persists after all steps below and other devices connect fine. If the TV's Wi-Fi adapter has failed, a technician can test and replace it. A wired Ethernet connection is a reliable workaround if internal Wi-Fi cannot be repaired.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my LG TV show Error 106 but my phone connects to Wi-Fi fine?

Your phone and TV connect to Wi-Fi differently — the TV may have a weaker antenna or a different Wi-Fi band issue. Check whether the TV is connecting to the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band — try switching in the router settings. A saved incorrect password on the TV is also a common cause that does not affect your phone.

Can LG TV Error 106 appear on a wired connection?

Yes — if the Ethernet cable is unplugged, damaged, or plugged into a non-working router port, Error 106 can appear on a wired connection too. Check that the cable clicks firmly into both the TV and router. Try a different Ethernet port on the router.

Does LG TV Error 106 mean my TV is broken?

No — Error 106 is almost always a network configuration issue, not a TV hardware fault. If all other devices connect fine and the TV still shows 106 after a reset, the TV's Wi-Fi chip may be faulty. But this is rare — most cases resolve with a router restart and password re-entry.