What to Know

The options you see may vary depending on your Fire tablet’s generation, but the process is basically the same on all devices.

Before turning on your tablet, make sure it has a full charge. Plug it in and keep an eye on the battery indicator. Once charged, press and hold the Power button to turn on your device.

Choose your language and preferred font size, then tap Continue.

Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter the password to connect. Your Fire tablet will automatically download any updates it needs.

Review the features and uncheck any you don’t want, then tap Continue.

You’ll then be walked through setting up the Alexa voice assistant. Tap Agree & Continue, or choose Disable Alexa, then tap Continue.

Tap Finish to arrive at your Fire tablet’s home screen. Close any pop-ups, then you’re ready to begin using your device.

What Should I Do After Setting Up My Fire Tablet?

Check for an update to your Fire tablet’s software in the Settings app. Go to Settings > Device Options > System Updates > Check Now. If new software is available, you’ll receive a prompt to download and install it.

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