Fix iPod touch WiFi issue (won't connect)

Ok, this is really simple and it worked for me and my Linksys WiFi. 2 step is all it takes to explain to anyone how to fix this common problem.

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Step 1: Find Your Router

Find you router. This is pretty simple but good luck anyway.

mgonzales5 says: Oct 3, 2011. 11:02 AM

I tried resting my router it worked for like 3 minutes i got connected but it jst kicks me off i jst cant stay conected to my wifi??????

YAMAMA210 says: Sep 19, 2011. 2:02 PM

I have an Ipod touch that won't connect to my 2wire network. I have an at&t router & I've tried reseting everything. Nothing works. It keeps telling me "incorrect password". Any help would be greatly appreciated.

luvit says: Jun 24, 2011. 7:02 PM

dear sir, i regret to ask you to immediately remove those pictures, because i;m curious.

mcrater says: Jun 24, 2011. 7:35 AM

Aw man Thanx man i feel soryy for those people who still trying to connect their ipods man YOU ARE THE BEAST!!

prunes says: Dec 27, 2009. 2:58 PM

I found with the IPhone and IPod touch, both of which I have tried with multiple routers seems to be the DHCP DNS information doesn't get put into the device. so what I have been doing to fix it is putting in manual DNS settings you can use 8.8.8.8 or 8.8.4.4 (Google DNS servers)

jvasquez4 in reply to prunesMay 30, 2011. 10:29 AM

idid that, & its STILL not working . im becoming impatient with my iPod, can u plz help me out ?? PLEASE, idk wat to do . ):

Robotika in reply to prunesDec 27, 2009. 4:10 PM

I was having problems with connecting after we had blackouts occur. After putting in 8.8.4.4 I've finally been able to connect again. So thank you for this! :)

logankiba in reply to RobotikaApr 25, 2010. 2:23 PM

thank you so much this worked like a charm

alo0395 in reply to RobotikaJan 1, 2010. 6:04 PM

how do you put it in 8.8.4.4.

Robotika in reply to alo0395Jan 1, 2010. 8:00 PM

Go to settings, network, wi-fi. Under "choose a network", pick the one you are using and hit the blue arrow. Then you can select DHCP, scroll down to DNS and select DNS and then you can put in the setting. I put in 8.8.4.4 and that worked out well for me.

I hope that description helped. :)

clever28451 in reply to RobotikaDec 27, 2011. 10:26 PM

how do u go to the blue arrow it doesnt show up on mine

twister88 in reply to RobotikaMar 30, 2010. 7:58 PM

Hey, thanks a lot! I have been struggling with this for a day now and just happened to find this website. Your instructions did the trick. Thanks so much!!!!

Robotika in reply to twister88Mar 31, 2010. 12:38 PM

Yay! I am glad it worked out for you. Nothing worse than getting a headache trying to get things to work. Thanks to Prunes, again, for suggesting those settings.

imichelle says: May 30, 2011. 5:50 AM

hi where exactly do i put 8.8.8.8 ? right beside DNA? or under the HTTP proxy under server, port or authentication. sorry... thanks!!

angelsvolleyball23 says: Feb 28, 2011. 8:10 PM

okay i had the same problems all u do is get in an area were u have the most wifi. ur location ur at is not getting enough signal or ur connection for ur ntwork is low. if that dos not work reboot the ipod. if this helped letme know.

jpugh93 says: Feb 17, 2011. 9:59 PM

I was so frustrated and was messing with my ipod touch for so long.. Tried everything.. Ended up coming across the bluetooth menu and my bluetooth was off. So I turned it on and it connected right away! Try it! It might be the problem!

pleb1 says: Dec 28, 2010. 3:28 PM

Sorry guys, still NOT connected....

pleb1 says: Dec 28, 2010. 3:15 PM

My iPod Touch Wouldnt connect to my new n dualband TALKTALK wifi modem/router. My iMac connected, no problem. The touch said my password was incorrect.
The Touch was incorrect. Repeatedly.
The comment by "PRUNE" sorted me out. I used 8.8.8.8 CONNECTED!!!

beth margret says: Sep 9, 2010. 11:41 PM

it didn't work nothing i do works .. it just comes up with unable to connect to big pond wireless connection ____ :( what do i dooo

supitsgreg says: Sep 1, 2010. 5:08 PM

Remove pictures please.

Boredness says: Aug 2, 2010. 8:24 AM

ok i got home and tried connecting my ipod to the sever. its connected but says sever not connected or something like that. i tried syncing alot, reset all settings a couple of times and even reset network settings a couple of times and i also resetted my router AND STILL AINT CONNECTING!!! And it still haves the signal up but wont connect. CAN SOMEONE PLEASE HELP ME!!!!!!!! >:(

taco bell says: May 16, 2010. 8:55 PM

i selected my network and put in the password and it said "unable to join the network "linksys" " what do i do now?

DnOS boi says: Mar 29, 2010. 7:59 PM

I did everything you said, and my Ipod still isnt connecting.
It recognises my wifi, I put in the password and says that I'm connected but when i try to use Safari it just says can't connect.
What Do I Dooooo!!??

zimm723 says: Mar 7, 2010. 5:57 PM

what do i do if it doesnt even show any networks and my wifi is working on all my computers

tat2ddeviant says: Jan 5, 2010. 1:33 PM

You should be wary, pushing the reset button on some routers, will cause them to reset back to "factory" settings, and blow away any routing/firewall policies you have in place. Check w/ your "Admin" before doing this.

GorillazMiko says: Jan 18, 2008. 5:39 PM

Cool idea. I will try this is it happens to my iPod touch that I might get soon, and you should post your own pictures though. It's better to have some than none though.

Ja2Pc in reply to GorillazMikoDec 25, 2008. 8:13 PM

ROMOVE THE PICS!!!! Joking :D Nice tutorial helped me, my jailbroken touch didn't connect to wifi so I reseted my router and SUCSESS!!!

alo0395 in reply to Ja2PcJan 1, 2010. 6:09 PM

how did you jail break your ipod?

nepheron (author) in reply to GorillazMikoJan 21, 2008. 12:39 PM

I was feeling lazy

The magical duct tape kid in reply to GorillazMikoJan 20, 2008. 4:02 PM

What Ipod do you have now.

GorillazMiko in reply to The magical duct tape kidJan 20, 2008. 5:44 PM

iPod video, 30GB. It's screwed up, the battery needs to be replaced.

The magical duct tape kid in reply to GorillazMikoJan 20, 2008. 6:15 PM

Hey, I know how to fix Ipod Video battery's, if you want I can make an Instructable on how to do it. By the way I have a Second Generation Ipod Nano

GorillazMiko in reply to The magical duct tape kidJan 21, 2008. 3:27 PM

Please post an Instructable, that would be GREAT help. Websites only show selling it!

The magical duct tape kid in reply to GorillazMikoJan 22, 2008. 5:08 AM

Sure, I'll get right on it!

The magical duct tape kid in reply to The magical duct tape kidJan 22, 2008. 5:13 AM

First, I will probably post an instructacle for how to replace your Ipod Nano battery.

nepheron (author) in reply to The magical duct tape kidJan 21, 2008. 12:38 PM

Yah, make an instructable for that. This website doesn't have to many iPod helps on it :(

Warlrosity says: Dec 30, 2009. 7:48 PM

Nice... but, what if your wi-fi has a passcode?

intothepavement says: Dec 28, 2009. 12:02 AM

Please don't judge me, I know I'm stupid concerning wi-fi etc..
I just got an iPod Touch. I want to use it online at home. Do I go out and buy a wireless modem? or do i need more equiptment?

any help would be soooo appreciated.

POMANDERSPICE says: Oct 7, 2009. 8:16 PM

HELLO GUYS i am one of those people who had problem connecting with wi-fi. after few weeks trying to fix it..Did all the research then i stopped for awhile then today i finally solved my problem. IF YOU HAVE A VERIZON FIOS you will need to update you firmware follow this instructions <a href="http://www22.verizon.com/NROneRetail/NR/rdonlyres/DC61C914-5A14-49C2-B7D6-121660D75171/0/VerizonFiOSRouterFirmwareXboxprocedure2.pdf">http://www22.verizon.com/NROneRetail/NR/rdonlyres/DC61C914-5A14-49C2-B7D6-121660D75171/0/VerizonFiOSRouterFirmwareXboxprocedure2.pdf</a> believe me it works!! if you need help let me know

puggz48 says: Jul 23, 2009. 11:46 PM

ok i got the ipod touch and trying to connect to wifi i enter my password for my connection and it keeps telling me inccorrrect password do i have to input some information into the ipod or what thanks in advance for any help.