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Q: Connecting apple tv to macbook air problems

When I try to connect my macbook air to my apple tv 3rd generation the video I am playing stutters and does not play smoothly, which is never a problem when I am playing content directly on the apple tv or Macbook. Is there a way to solve this?

MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015), iOS 9.2

Posted on Jan 1, 2016 4:10 AM

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marlapira

Q: Connecting apple tv to macbook air problems

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  • by Winston Churchill,

    Winston Churchill Winston Churchill Jan 1, 2016 6:14 AM in response to marlapira
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    Jan 1, 2016 6:14 AM in response to marlapira

    Welcome to the Apple Community.

     

    Try the following steps, check whether things are working after each step where appropriate, before trying the next.

     

    1. Check AirPlay is turned on on the Apple TV (turn it off and on if it already is)
    2. Check that both devices are on the same network (System Preferences > Network, on the Mac and Settings > General > Network, on the Apple TV).
    3. Restart the Apple TV (Settings > General > Restart).
    4. Restart the Apple TV by removing ALL the cables for 30 seconds.
    5. Restart your router. (Also try removing it’s power cord for at least 30 seconds)
    6. Restart your computer.

     

    If you are still having problems, try turning off bluetooth if it's enabled, also try using 802.11n for wifi if you are currently using either 802.11b or 802.11g.


    Additionally, the following article(s) may help you.

     

    Troubleshooting AirPlay

    Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections

    Recommended Wi-Fi settings

    Wifi Diagnostic Software (for Mac users)

     

    You may also find some help on this page, where I’ve collected some of the more unusual solutions to network issues.


    When making adjustments to your network for better optimisation, you may find some of the points mentioned on this page helpful.