Hi Triple M! Where were you a week ago...:) I purchased several of the ONN 4k Streaming boxes for my home. After setting it up, I noticed the lack of internal storage for programs and data (just as you pointed out). I've been a fan of Troypoint for years so I found his video on expanding the storage. His video recommended formatting the USB stick as part of the device (in order to use it for storing apps). After realizing that this DID NOT allow me to store data (videos, music, etc.), I started researching how to expand external storage. Triple M... every video and article I found about this ONLY showed how to add INTERNAL storage. Not one article talked about data storage. As a result of this and many hours of troubleshooting (I'm a retired PC Systems Consultant...:)), I accidentally discovered that, if I ignore the "New USB attached - Setup" (or some such message), the USB drive is now available as data storage. Also, if you restart the ONN box, the message disappears. Imagine my surprise when I saw your video about how to solve my issue. Hence the "Where were you...". Thanks so much for creating this video, Triple M! I'm putting this link in my ONN box folder (on my PC) for future reference.
@@Ridethebomb777 I DID read the box. However, I'm NOT an Android programmer and this was my first experience with an Android TV box. Therefore, I didn't know what to expect as far as storage capabilities and expansion capabilities.
@@CPatafio Far play. I think the Onn would be fine for most people who just want to stream their 'paid' subscriptions ... Netflix, Prime etc etc. But for actually cord cutters who rely on apk's for their entertainment .... no.
@@Ridethebomb777 I was actually able (using the instructions in the video PLUS some troubleshooting) to install 2 USB sticks... one as memory expansion and one as additional storage.😀
Great video. Got the same Onn box from my brother a week ago and wanted to add storage from USB stick and was not able to do it. Either format as system storage which would make it unreadable to my PC or can't use it at all. Your video solve that. Is there a program or method to image/restore the device in case it goes back or you want to image to another Onn device? If you can answer that or make a video on it that would be great. Thanks.
If you’d had success with an external SSD drive with your ONN streaming box, can you please comment below with the brand of that hard drive as well as the size? Sometimes the brand makes a big difference whether or not it will work at all, and your input will save people a lot of hunting around. Thank you.
@@gstar7686 If the files are larger than 4 GB, will it just STOP copying at that point (i.e. 'fail') OR ... Will the rest of the file CONTINUE to be copied as a 'second part' (that could still be played after viewing the first part)? If the latter (though inconvenient and clunky) you still could watch your videos, yes? Pardon my computer ignorance ... just curious what the reality is when it comes to the 4 GB file limitation of FAT32? TIA!
Hey what's up I did this to my ONN Box now when I turn It on It comes on say's Google TV then the screen goes Black how can I fix this or factory reset It without seeing? THANKS
is there a way to save all the apps I have downloaded to the email address I use so that when i set up a new box and log into the box with my email that it will install all my apps during the set up instead of searching for the apps I want to download on the tv box. What is the max hard drive space you can use, can I use a 12tb hard drive?
Does the format goes to Google Chromecast TV? I follow all the instructions and the only thing is I'm unable to move apps to the USB drive. Is there something I'm doing wrong??
Do not use the original power supply that it comes with, 5ghz wireless will become unstable and slow to a crawl. I assume your usb speeds will not be as fast as they should be, either. Use a higher quality micro usb cable and plug it in somehow (I use my xbox one, personally).
Can you do a video on how to use file x-plore to access the miscellaneous files on the onn box and delete them . i have 2.4 gb in there and it is using up all my available storage . 🙏🏻
Did everything but I do t see flashdrive in xploere. On the left n right on xplore I only see internal Storage But when I go into setting system storage I see the flashdrive. Using Walmart onn box I’m just wondering why I do t see my 64 gig flashdrive in xplorer.
@XMP2K5 yes it is I tried two different 128 gb flash drives and both won't add it to extra storage at one point it added it but you couldn't side load anything
May I know if it is possible to set up the box without login to the google account? if I do not intend to download any app from google play store? or can I logout my google account after installation of all the apps I need? Actually I am helping my friend to set up the box but I do not intend to keep my google account login in the TV Box.
I did exactly as shown but it says, "disk drive not connected". It is connected. I pulled out all of the cords and cables and reseated them but no change. ???
Some OTG cables aren't compatible with this Onn 4k streaming device from what i am told. Some may have problems carrying the power or your usb may have to be formatted to something other than Fat32 only or what format that brand of otg cable you have , requires. So, you have to make sure to get a compatible OTG cable for this onn device. Hope that helps.
Good tips. Thanks for sharing brother Triple M!! 👍🏽👊🏽✊🏽☺💯
Hi Triple M! Where were you a week ago...:) I purchased several of the ONN 4k Streaming boxes for my home. After setting it up, I noticed the lack of internal storage for programs and data (just as you pointed out). I've been a fan of Troypoint for years so I found his video on expanding the storage.
His video recommended formatting the USB stick as part of the device (in order to use it for storing apps). After realizing that this DID NOT allow me to store data (videos, music, etc.), I started researching how to expand external storage. Triple M... every video and article I found about this ONLY showed how to add INTERNAL storage. Not one article talked about data storage. As a result of this and many hours of troubleshooting (I'm a retired PC Systems Consultant...:)), I accidentally discovered that, if I ignore the "New USB attached - Setup" (or some such message), the USB drive is now available as data storage. Also, if you restart the ONN box, the message disappears.
Imagine my surprise when I saw your video about how to solve my issue. Hence the "Where were you...". Thanks so much for creating this video, Triple M! I'm putting this link in my ONN box folder (on my PC) for future reference.
Didn't you read the side of the box before you bought them ?
@@Ridethebomb777 I DID read the box. However, I'm NOT an Android programmer and this was my first experience with an Android TV box. Therefore, I didn't know what to expect as far as storage capabilities and expansion capabilities.
@@CPatafio Far play. I think the Onn would be fine for most people who just want to stream their 'paid' subscriptions ... Netflix, Prime etc etc.
But for actually cord cutters who rely on apk's for their entertainment .... no.
@@Ridethebomb777 I was actually able (using the instructions in the video PLUS some troubleshooting) to install 2 USB sticks... one as memory expansion and one as additional storage.😀
Does it come with ethernet build in ! Or do i need to buy otc cable, if so , which one you recommend! Thank you
Great video. Got the same Onn box from my brother a week ago and wanted to add storage from USB stick and was not able to do it. Either format as system storage which would make it unreadable to my PC or can't use it at all. Your video solve that.
Is there a program or method to image/restore the device in case it goes back or you want to image to another Onn device? If you can answer that or make a video on it that would be great. Thanks.
If you’d had success with an external SSD drive with your ONN streaming box, can you please comment below with the brand of that hard drive as well as the size? Sometimes the brand makes a big difference whether or not it will work at all, and your input will save people a lot of hunting around. Thank you.
Hey @Triple M I got a question I have a samsung ssd t7 1tb and the onn 4k streaming pro device what settings do I gotta enable to get more storage..?
Nice. Have you tried installing an ssh server on it and accessing it from your computer?
Hello, is there a video on how to do it? thanks.
ONN boxes are nice, but it's a big disappointment that is doesn't work with NTFS or exFAT formatted drives.
Why are those 2 things important???
@@mercedesbenzs600bash Because FAT32 formatted drives won't let you copy files over that are greater than 4GB.
@@gstar7686 Much appreciated...
@@gstar7686 Does ext4 work?
@@gstar7686
If the files are larger than 4 GB, will it just STOP copying at that point (i.e. 'fail') OR ...
Will the rest of the file CONTINUE to be copied as a 'second part' (that could still be played after viewing the first part)?
If the latter (though inconvenient and clunky) you still could watch your videos, yes?
Pardon my computer ignorance ... just curious what the reality is when it comes to the 4 GB file limitation of FAT32?
TIA!
Hey what's up I did this to my ONN Box now when I turn It on It comes on say's Google TV then the screen goes Black how can I fix this or factory reset It without seeing? THANKS
Awesome video brother. Thanks for sharing. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an incredible weekend. Much love and RESPECT
Is there any way to connect a USB wireless keyboard to the ONN? Thanks!
Hola lo has intentado ¿es posible?
Yup add it as a Bluetooth device under remotes
Thanks for the info.
Hi, there's a way to add a USB controller with the otg? I try to do it, but the Onn doesn't recognize it.
wow you just made m,y onn box worth more money to me thanks man be safe.
is there a way to save all the apps I have downloaded to the email address I use so that when i set up a new box and log into the box with my email that it will install all my apps during the set up instead of searching for the apps I want to download on the tv box. What is the max hard drive space you can use, can I use a 12tb hard drive?
So I literally used the link your description to buy the otg cable followed the instructions it’s not detecting the usb drives
Does the format goes to Google Chromecast TV? I follow all the instructions and the only thing is I'm unable to move apps to the USB drive. Is there something I'm doing wrong??
Instalas una sola apk y evitas esos cables. Zank remote en el móvil y en la onn tv de receptor y ok..
Do not use the original power supply that it comes with, 5ghz wireless will become unstable and slow to a crawl. I assume your usb speeds will not be as fast as they should be, either. Use a higher quality micro usb cable and plug it in somehow (I use my xbox one, personally).
Where did you get that adapter?
Or what's the name of it?
There's an Amazon link in the description.
Hi mate, does the onn box come with the google play store?
Yes, but it’s a tv is version. Which app in particular are you looking for?
Great, except it doesn't work. I believe I have version 10. I was able to add the hardware, it's not visible under "storage."
Can you do a video on how to use file x-plore to access the miscellaneous files on the onn box and delete them . i have 2.4 gb in there and it is using up all my available storage . 🙏🏻
bought an otg cable but it isnt powering (or reading) my sandisk flash drive. Is there a setting not mentioned to get it to work?
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Did you find the solution brother?
And after doing this, how do I place the emulator games on the pendrive 🤔 or is that option no longer possible?
will this work if the flash drive is already format fat32
I have a question does this device support Verizon apk?
Some apps still take space from from the onn storage e en if u put it on flash drive
Have you tried a usb ethernet adapter with the otg cable?
Yes it works but you are capped at 100Megabits
I have 128 gn3 thumb drive that I formatted and it doesn’t recognize it is it to big? I
Did everything but I do t see flashdrive in xploere.
On the left n right on xplore I only see internal
Storage
But when I go into setting system storage I see the flashdrive.
Using Walmart onn box I’m just wondering why I do t see my 64 gig flashdrive in xplorer.
Was your flashdrive formatted to proper format before it was connected to the Onn device? If not, Onn system may not recognize that flashdrive.
Took a shot every time he said "go ahead" and got liver poisoning. 🤪
You can't add more then 64GB I've tried a 128 GB flash drive doesn't work
@XMP2K5 yes it is I tried two different 128 gb flash drives and both won't add it to extra storage at one point it added it but you couldn't side load anything
Onn tv box got an update yesterday do you know what it was
Nothing important, does not cause any change.
@@-I.I- thanks
May I know if it is possible to set up the box without login to the google account? if I do not intend to download any app from google play store? or can I logout my google account after installation of all the apps I need? Actually I am helping my friend to set up the box but I do not intend to keep my google account login in the TV Box.
I did exactly as shown but it says, "disk drive not connected". It is connected. I pulled out all of the cords and cables and reseated them but no change. ???
Some OTG cables aren't compatible with this Onn 4k streaming device from what i am told. Some may have problems carrying the power or your usb may have to be formatted to something other than Fat32 only or what format that brand of otg cable you have , requires. So, you have to make sure to get a compatible OTG cable for this onn device. Hope that helps.
Nice bro.
Flash drive isn't showing up.
Why does my USB not show up after I have put it in to my OTG cable?
did you format it?
@@Triple_M yes, I formatted it on a fire stick to fat32 And then put it in on my 0NN box
Mine’s not working for some reason?
Anyone having issue reading the device unplugged device restart the whole thing and then it should read it
I can't even get this thing to pass the setup stage waste of good good money 😢
Did you pair it with your cellphone first, then try to connect it to a network wifi router or hotspot? One way or the other should work.
@@Slim1423 I just don't bother with it anymore