Recently updated on June 1st, 2022 at 12:47 pm
Like every streaming device, Roku needs sufficient power to work properly. If the Roku is not getting enough power you’ll get Roku low power or insufficient power message on your screen. Sometimes Roku’s red light/indicator will start flashing which indicates that Roku is not getting enough power to work properly. If you’re also getting Roku low power messages on your screen, then this post can help you. In this, we’ve shared our research that can help you in fixing Roku low power issue.
What Does Insufficient Power Mean on Roku?
Insufficient power on the Roku device means that your Roku stick is not getting enough power to work properly. The reasons for this problem are mentioned below.
- The cable and adapter are not plugged in properly.
- A faulty adapter or USB cable.
- Underpowered adapter.
- The port you are using is damaged.
- Dirt or a technical/software glitch can also cause this issue.
How Do I Fix Insufficient Power on my Roku?
Connect Roku To The Wall
If you’re using the tv port for providing Roku power, then sometimes you can get Roku low power issue. In this scenario, Roku is not receiving enough power from the tv port to function properly. Thus, it can display low power error message on your tv screen. But you can easily fix this problem. To fix this problem follow the steps below.
- Remove Roku from the tv power.
- Now use the USB cable to connect Roku to the tv.
- And use the Roku power adapter for providing Roku power.
- Connect Roku’s adapter to the power outlet and turn it on.
Now after using Roku’s adapter, your Roku will get enough power to function power. Check if Roku is still displaying a low power error on your screen or not.
Use the Original USB Cable and Adapter
Using a third-party USB cable or adapter can also cause low power issues on your Roku. The Roku USB cable and adapter are specifically designed for providing Roku with enough juice to run properly. So if you’re using a third-party cable or adapter, then try using the OEM cable and adapter. Connect your Roku via the original USB cable and adapter. Now turn on Roku and Roku insufficient power issue will be resolved. If not then try other fixes that are mentioned below.
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Check For Faulty USB Cable and Adapter
Sometimes a damaged USB cable can also cause a low power problem on Roku. To eliminate this issue, check if your USB cable is damaged or not. If you see that the USB cable is damaged then replace it with a new one. After replacing the cable check if the low power issue is resolved or not.
Also, check if the power adapter is working properly or not. To check this you can try using another charger with the power output. If the issue is resolved with the new adapter, then the old power adapter was causing the low power issue on your Roku.
Check TV Ports
Sometimes, you can face this issue due to damaged tv ports. So check if the ports are fine or not, if the port where Roku is connected is damaged then you can get an insufficient power message on your tv screen. To fix this try connecting Roku into another port of your tv. Now check if the low power issue is resolved or not. If not, you’re sure that the damaged port is causing the issue. Then you need to contact a technician near you for resolving this problem.
Clear Roku Cache
Your Roku device can start crashing and restarting due to low power. Some users claimed that they were able to resolve the restarting crashing problem after clearing the Roku cache. This indicates that you can face Roku crashing issues due to cache, not insufficient power. If your Roku is crashing and you think that low power is causing the issue, then you can try clearing Roku’s cache to for eliminating your doubts.
Go to Roku’s home screen. Press the home button on your Roku remote 5 times. Now press up 1 time, then rewind 2 times then fast forward 2 times.
Now your Roku will restart in a couple of seconds. Check if you’re still facing an insufficient power problem or not.
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Reset Your Roku Device
If you’re still facing Roku low power problem, then try factory resetting your device. Factory reset will eliminate any technical glitch causing the issue. After factory reset you’ll lose all of your downloaded data, but there are chances that Roku low power issue will be resolved. To factory reset your Roku follow the steps below
- Go to the Roku home screen.
- Select settings.
- Now go to the system option.
- Select Advanced system settings.
- Scroll down and select factory reset then chose factory reset everything.
After resetting your Roku device, check if the Roku low power issue is resolved. If you’re still getting low power message while using your roku, then try contacting roku team for help. They can help you in fixing roku insufficient power issue. Also check this post on how to fix roku stuck on roku screen.
FAQS
Some users stated that they are getting low power messages even when their Roku is plugged in directly into the wall outlet. This can happen due to a degraded USB cable. Sometimes USB cable gets degraded or damaged over time. In this scenario, you can face low power even when your Roku is plugged directly into the wall. To fix this issue you can try using a new USB cable to power the Roku device. The same thing can happen with a power adapter, you can also try using a power adapter with the same power output. After changing the USB wire and adapter see if the issue is resolved or not.
Yes, you can power Roku through the tv USB port. But in some scenarios, you can face Roku low power issues. To fix this issue you need to connect your Roku to the wall outlet using the original Roku USB cable and adapter.
Roku ultra needs around 4.5 watts for streaming 4k UHD content and Roku stick need around 3 watts for streaming content. Also, note that roku doesn’t have a power off button so it will consume 2 watts even when you are not using it.
The answer is yes and no both because Roku ultra requires 4.5 watts to function properly. But not all tv USB ports are cable providing 4.5 watts. TV USB ports power output ranges between 2.5 watts to 7.5 watts. So not all tv can provide enough power for Roku ultra to work smoothly.
If roku red light is flashing on your roku, then this indicates that your roku is not getting enough power to function properly. In some cases, you’ll get a message “low power” or “insufficient power” message on your screen. In this post we’ve already discussed how you can fix roku low power red light flashing problem.