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How to Fix the Echo Dot Does Not Respond?

Is your Echo Device not turning on? This problem is faced by many users after the Echo Dot setup. But don't worry, you can easily troubleshoot this error with the help of some simple troubleshooting solutions. 
Methods to fix the Echo Dot does not respond error:
 
Check for Microphone Button 
 
Echo Dot does not respond to your voice commands if the microphone button is turned off. So, make sure that it is turned on. This button is at the top of Echo Dot device with MIC symbol. Just press that button and ask your device about the weather. If this solution does not work for you, proceed further to the next troubleshooting step.

 
Restart the Echo Dot  
 
 
If your Echo Dot device is unresponsive, hard reset the device to troubleshoot the error:
 
 
  • Find the reset button present at the bottom of Echo Dot device and press this button using the pin or paper clip. 
  • Once you press the button, you will see the blue light ring on Echo Dot device turns to orange. 
  • Wait till the device gets turned off and then turn it on again.  Your Echo Dot will reset to the original settings.
  • Now, you have to set up the device using the Amazon Echo app on your smartphone. 
 
Most of the time, these troubleshooting solutions to fix the problem. But, if not, you can purchase a remote to give commands to the Echo Alexa app. But we suggest you proceed to the next troubleshooting solution instead of doing this. 
 
 
Enable and disable the Echo App privacy 
 
If your Echo Dot is not responding then try enabling the App privacy settings. For this, follow the given steps:
 
 
  • Click the ‘Alexa’ button presents at the bottom of the screen. 
  • It will enable the Echo App and again you have to click on this button. 
  • Verify giving commands to your device. 
With the aforementioned troubleshooting solution, you may be able to fix the Echo Dot Does Not Respond error you are facing after Echo Dot setup. But, if you are unable to troubleshoot the problem, we suggest you seek expert help.  The expert will help you to identify the reason behind the issues and suggest you the best possible solution for the troubleshooting of this error.

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