I noticed today that Airplay no longer works on my Apple TV for any device (iphone, ipad, mac etc). In addition, it says Activation has failed in the About screen of Apple TV. I see others with this issue. Has this been solved?
Apple TV
The activation issue means it isn't properly connected to the network.
Make sure DNS is set to auto (settings - general - network)
If on wifi try ethernet
Make sure router has port 123 open (refer to manual if unsure)
Get a report from istumbler, netstumbler, or similar. Look for signal strength, noise, nearby networks
Test on another network
Note that there have been updates to the security behind airplay that may no longer compatible and that model is considered obsolete.
The activation issue means it isn't properly connected to the network.
Make sure DNS is set to auto (settings - general - network)
If on wifi try ethernet
Make sure router has port 123 open (refer to manual if unsure)
Get a report from istumbler, netstumbler, or similar. Look for signal strength, noise, nearby networks
Test on another network
Note that there have been updates to the security behind airplay that may no longer compatible and that model is considered obsolete.
Apple TV Model MC572LL/A (2nd Gen)
