How to update a Samsung TV via USB

You can download a software update for your Samsung TV from the Samsung Support website. Follow the below steps to find out how.

1 Press the Home button on your remote control.

Please note: Depending on the type of remote control you have, you may need to press "Menu" or "Settings" instead.

2 Use the left and right buttons on your remote to navigate to "Settings".

3 Select "Support".

4 Select "Contact Samsung" or "About This TV".

5 Your TV's Model Code and Software Version will be displayed on screen. Make a note of the Model Code and currently installed Software Version.

Using a Windows computer, laptop or Mac:

1 Go to the Samsung Support website.

2 Enter your TV's model number in the search box (e.g. UE40F8000).

3 When you start typing, the website will prompt you with the UK variant of your TV. Select the correct model number.

Please note: All UK model codes end in XXU.

1 Scroll down to the "Downloads" section to find the software update file and a Firmware Update user manual.

2 Compare the available download version with the currently installed version.

3 Click to download the files.

4 Follow the steps described in the Firmware Update User Manual to update the software on your TV.

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