Google Chromecast Review

Setting it Up
Getting the Chromecast set up is pretty simple. You will need a PC or mobile device that has WiFi access to get everything set up. First install the Chromecast in an open HDMI port on your TV then plug in the USB power cable to the back of the Chromecast and you are ready to go. Once the Chromecast power up this screen will come up on your TV.

Google Chromecast Set Up

Now lets get the Chromecast on our home network so we can start streaming media to it. To do this you will need to download the Chromecast App from Google. Once downloaded and installed open it up and it will search for your Chromecast’s AP. Once it finds it, it will be ready to set it up.

Google Chromecast Set Up

The Chromecast will display a code on your TV. This code should match the code displayed on the Chromecast software on your PC. If it is go ahead and hit “That’s My Code” to continue.

Google Chromecast Set Up

On the next screen you set up the Wireless network the Chromecast will connect to and enter a name for your Chromecast, I have named mine “enigma5”.

Google Chromecast Set Up

Now you are ready to cast! You will need the Cast Extension for Chrome to cast what is inside of your browser. You can also run any of the supported Chromecast apps to easily cast to your TV.

Google Chromecast Set Up

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