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v_venkat
Newbie

005 error - not able to update software

I tried multiple options including secret screen to update software on my new Roku express but with no success. I am based in Singapore. Any help to get through with the software update is appreciated

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rsecj
Newbie

Unable to update software

I am sitting with 3 new roku express, connected WiFi (2 Green ticks), each 1 saying UNABLE TO UPDATE SOFTWARE. ERROR CODE :005 I've tried on mobile tethered WiFi as well as now coming to a different house to try another WiFi connection but still the same problem. Is there a fix ? I've also tried the secret screen etc. Roku seems like a pretty garbage company to get any kind of support from.

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Re: 005 error - not able to update software

Same problem

unable to update software and link my roku 

help !!!!

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Johnf3
Reel Rookie

Re: Unable to update software

Having the exact same problem with my three new Roku Express units.  Not a WiFi issue as my month old Roku Premiere is working fine.  Swapped it out for one of the new Express units, but it won’t update.  I assume it’s a Roku issue and those California geeks haven’t shown up for work yet.

Amandaxix
Reel Rookie

Re: Unable to update software

Also having the same issue support told me to wait 24 hours 🙄

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Re: Unable to update software

I am currently having exactly the same problem - I’ve even been to the shop and exchanged the original one and the replacement is doing the same thing. Been trying the 3 hours now - needless to say it’s doing my head in! 
Our other roku box is working fine and we have good internet connection with all other devices in the house. 

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atc98092
Community Streaming Expert

Re: Unable to update software

There's one trick that has worked for numerous users. It makes absolutely no sense, but it has worked for some. Try connecting your Roku to an alternate Internet connection, such as a cell phone hotspot. For absolutely no reason that makes sense, it has worked for others. 

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kirakoba
Reel Rookie

Erro 005

I Just bought a roku Express and i can update The software... I checked my Internet, tried another Internet host and nothing

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Johnf3
Reel Rookie

Re: Unable to update software

Tried through iPhone hotspot.  Didn’t work.

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Amandaxix
Reel Rookie

Re: Unable to update software

Also tried through iPhone hotspot, 1st time buying roku but won’t buy again 

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