How Do I Update Echo Dot Software?

Under normal circumstances, your Echo Dot will update its software automatically from time to time.

Use an Alexa command like, Alexa, what time is it?

Settings highlighted on the Alexa device management website

to verify its on and connected.

Verify the ring light turns red, or the mute button turns red.

Wait for the Echo Dot to update.

Echo Dot 1 highlighted in the device menu on the Alexa settings website

If the Dot is already fully updated, it wont update.

Does My Echo Update Automatically?

Does An Echo Dot Need to be Updated?

Device Software highlighted on the Alexa website

If your Echo Dot has an old version of the software, then it needs to be updated.

Click yourEcho Dotin the list of your devices.

Scroll down to the About section, and look at theDevice software version.

Echo Dot 4th Generation highlighted on the Amazon website

Navigate to theAlexa equipment Software Versions site, and check thelatest software versionfor your Echo Dot.

If your Echo Dot has an older version installed, it needs an update.

Tap your Wi-Fi internet, then tapChangenext toWi-Fi internet.

There could be a few reasonswhy your Echo gear appears offline.

There could an issue with your Wi-Fi, or your Echo may be too far from the router.

You may also need to update the Alexa app on your phone.

In the Alexa app, goMore>configs>Music & Podcasts>Link New Service.

ChooseAmazon Musicto connect your account with your Echo.