How to Change Your Samsung TV Device Name on Your Home Network

Customize your Samsung TV's device name for better network recognition and personalization. Learn how to rename your TV on 2024 models and earlier versions.

To change your Samsung TV's device name, navigate to the network settings menu and modify the device name under the network configuration options. This process helps improve network identification and personalizes your TV experience.

1. How to Change Your Samsung TV Device Name

Follow these steps to rename your Samsung TV:

1. Turn on your Samsung TV and press the Home button on your remote control.
2. Navigate to Settings using the arrow buttons on your remote.
3. Select General or Network from the settings menu.
4. Choose Network or Device Name depending on your TV model.
5. Select Edit or Change Device Name to modify the current name.
6. Enter a new name for your TV and confirm the changes.

2. Supported Samsung TV Models

The device name customization feature is available on most Samsung TV models, including:

- Samsung Galaxy View series (2024 models)

- QLED, Neo QLED, and Micro LED TVs (2023–2024)

- Crystal UHD and UHD TVs (2020–2023)

- Smart TVs (2016–2023)

3. Why Change Your TV's Device Name?

Renaming your Samsung TV enhances network identification and personalizes your home entertainment setup. It also simplifies device management on your router and improves compatibility with smart home systems.

4. Additional Things to Check

If you encounter issues while renaming your TV, consider these troubleshooting steps:

- Ensure your TV is connected to the internet via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

- Restart your TV and router to refresh network settings.

- Verify that your TV's software is up to date.

5. Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to connect your Samsung TV to Wi-Fi

- How to update your Samsung TV software

- How to troubleshoot Samsung TV network issues