As far as i know all kobos need to be activated upon first start, and you must create an account with kobo. To find the closest library that supports overdrive, go to and click find. A range is the area in which you can connect to the network. Kobo released an update for its current ereader models that give owners the ability to. Kobo aura h2o not connecting netiher to wifi nor with cable hi, i have an old kobo aura which i wanted to use again.
Does your network appear in the wifi list on your ereader. My goal is to give you the best experience possible. Adding a network editing your wireless networks about wi fi you can use your ereader to connect to kobo over a wireless internet connection wi fi. I have also had 2 different kobos and must say that the kobos are the easiest to use and i absolutely love the bookstore. Borrow ebooks from the public library using your kobo ereader. Your e reader library is right at your fingertips and you get a 100 free classics to read, plus you have capabilities to store up to many hundreds of books. With a kobo libra h2o, forma, aura one, aura h2o edition 2, aura edition 2, or clara hd, you can borrow and read ebooks directly on the device. Hi, my name is am sorry to hear that you are having this issue.
Aura hd, a kobo aura edition 2, a kobo aura one and i have now a kobo libra h20 and. We show you exactly how to use calibre as well as copy ebooks directly to your device. Kobo aura h2o edition 2 kobo aura edition 2 things to know. Kobo aura one vs kobo forma im looking at these on the uk prices and so there is a. The kobo aura one is also waterproof so feel safe taking this ereader to the beach or to the pool. When you connect pocket, you will be able to access any articles that have been saved. Get personalized recommendations based on your reading habits and earn kobo super points on every purchase. If you have an older kobo model, borrowed library books will automatically show up on it as well when syncing after checking out the book from one of the devices listed above, but unfortunately you cant initiate borrowing from older kobos. Fix wi fi issues on your kobo ereader enter your search term. My kobo said i had to log in to connect to my wifi.
With overdrive on a kobo libra h2o, forma, aura one, aura h2o edition 2, aura edition 2, or clara hd, you can borrow free ebooks from your public library right from your device. The aura h2o has been connecting to wifi and syncing just fine since i first set it up in the evening of my birthday a couple of years ago. Devices that use cellular technology can connect to mobile networks. With 8gb of storage space, your kobo aura h2o can carry twice as many ebooks as other ereaders. Wi fi set up tips for your kobo ereader rakuten kobo. Kobo aura h2o edition 2 case ultra slim smart protective folio cover with auto wakesleep function for kobo aura h2o 2nd edition 6. Locate the small hole on the bottom of your ereader. Do i need to transfer my kobo books to my kobo aura h2o. However, it no longer has the ability to connect to the home wifi that used to work just fine. Plus, with up to 2 months of battery life, you have the freedom to keep reading, wherever you go.
The router does see the aura hd connecting, but the tablet is not able to maintain the connection. Kobo adds overdrive integration to aura, clara hd, and. Your ereader will sync and update with the latest books. Im looking at getting an ereader for a mixture of normal ebook formats for fun and journal pdfs for work. Kobo library, and to update your books with bookmarks or annotations you made while reading on another device. I have owned a kobo aura hd, a kobo aura edition 2, a kobo aura one and i have now a kobo libra h20 and none of them had any problems with wifi. These ereaders work differently than older kobo devices or ereaders from other manufacturers. Kobo ereader 2gb, wifi, 6in black for sale online ebay. How to set up your kobo reader for the first time youtube. Touch,glo, aurah2o, glohd,auraone, clarahd, libra h2o. Open up to over 6 million ebooks and audiobooks on awardwinning ereaders and the free rakuten kobo app. Kobo aura h2o edition 2 rakuten kobo ereader store. In this video tutorial you will learn how to load ebooks on the kobo aura h2o. Your quick start guide by douglas vargas available from rakuten kobo.
Ive had my kobo aura for about 7 years now, and it still works just as great as the. How to reset kobo ereaders to fix problems the ebook. The closest equivalent is kobos aura h2o, an older waterproof reader that measures 7. New kobo aura h2o ereader clears the fcc, has wifi and a 6. Pocket is currently available on these kobo ereaders. Follow these steps if you have trouble connecting to wi fi on your kobo ereader.
Cellular networks have much wider signal coverage than wifi. So if your kobo ereader ever starts acting up, freezes, or stops responding and you cant get it to work right, the first thing you want to try is a basic reset by poking a paperclip into the small hole on the bottom of the ereader that sounds all good and fine unless you dont have a paperclip ive been there. I have a kobo aura 6 inch that will not connect to wifi. If the 7th digit of your serial number is a 2 you have the second version, otherwise you have the first version. The kobo ebookstore gives you access to over 5 million titles, so a new favourite is always at your fingertips. Once it goes to sleep for a couple minutes it drops any wifi connection it was connectes. While almost all touch and unique features of the proposed kobo cihazar market by a canadian manufacturer with 5 kobo mini, 6 kobo touch, backlit 6 kobo glo is the slim and elegant design 6 kobo aura, highresolution 6. News and discussion about the kobo line of ebook readers. Comfortlight technology reduces the amount of blue light coming from the screen, which turns the screen a yellowyorangish color and is supposed to be better for your eyes and your sleep quality, especially if you read late at night. Kobo aura h2o is the first premium ereader that truly allows for worryfree ereading because of its waterproof and dustproof design. You will learn how to use calibre, adobe digital editions or windows explorer. The definitive guide to reset kobo ebook drm removal.
What is the difference between kobo aura h2o and amazon kindle oasis wifi. Kobo owners, help, i cant connect to wifi and continue. If you buy a book on, youll need to sync before youll see the book in your kobo library. Learn how to get started with these kobo ereaders here. Kobo aura h2o is the first premium ereader to have a waterproof and dustproof design that allows you to take it worryfree from the beach, to the bath, to your bed. Manually add the network to your ereader if the network is hidden. When i input the ip address etc the browser just brings up the message unknown use precise location. Then it becomes a chore to find something small enough to fit in. It is not kobo s fault this dude is so cheap he bought ancient. Connecting pocket on your kobo ereader pocket support.
Starting by kobo wireless ereader made me hope that it will actually be wireless, until i hear the first step is plug in via usb cable. Kobo aura, kobo aura hd, kobo glo, kobo glo hd, kobo touch, kobo mini, and kobo aura h2o. All youll need is a wi fi connection and a valid credit card. With overdrive on your kobo ereader, all you need is a library card and a wi fi connection to borrow ebooks from your public library. Ive removed all network information, restarted the ereader and scanned for networks. If youre using an older kobo ereader, like an earlier kobo aura, touch 2.
If youre not signed in to your kobo account, click sign in at the top of the screen and sign in. Kobo aura will not connect to wifi mobileread forums. The aura h2o is a great ebook reader its waterproof, has a bluelight filter, a large, sharp screen, and it supports a number of ebook file. Your ereader will connect to wi fi and download available ebooks and updates. Kobo aura will not connect to wifi page 2 mobileread. Unplug the power connector from the back of your wireless router, then plug the power connector back into the wireless router wait a couple of minutes for it to fully. It was easy to set up, ordering books and using the library are also very easy. How to borrow overdrive ebooks on your kobo ereader. Kobo aura will not connect to wifi i have a kobo aura 6 inch that will not connect to wifi. I have had a number of e readers and this one is the best overall. How to borrow library ebooks on kobo ereaders using overdrive.
If you already have books from kobo, all you need to do is sign in on your new kobo aura h2o with your regular kobo account username and password, then sync your ereader over wi fi. Kobo has actually released two versions of these devices. Wireless fidelity, or wifi, is an amazing technology that allows you to network your computers, office, home, etc. When kobo launched the aura one two years ago, they thrilled fans by integrating support for library ebooks, only to frustrate us by leaving the feature out of subsequent kobo models like the aura h2o2 and the clara hd that changed this week with a new firmware update. After you download the firmware for your device, extract the zip file into the. Use wi fi to connect to the internet on your ereader, to search the kobo bookstore, and sync your kobo ereader. Tips on entering your wi fi information if you have. If you have trouble connecting your kobo ereader to wi fi, try these steps to fix the problem. I connected it to my pc and updated the firmware to the latest firmware with kobo desktop and then did the factory reset but it still will not connect to wifi. Following methods also work for transfering pdf files to kobo. I followed the steps outlined above by meeera but cannot connect successfully. The new kobo aura h2o has 8gb of memory, which means it can hold up to 6,000 ebooks in other words, lots. Kobo ereaders can only connect to wi fi networks that are 2.
My wifi is provided by a linksys wrt54gglgs running ddwrt v24sp2 051711 std. Follow the steps below to sign into overdrive and get started. Waterproofing your kobo ereader your kobo aura h2o can be submerged in 1 metre just over 3 feet of fresh water for up to 30 minutes if you follow. The drought of news about new us ebook readers ended today with the discovery that kobos next ebook reader has made an appearance on the fcc website kobo or rather their hardware partner netronix has taken the sensible precaution of placing most of the useful info under an embargo, but there were a few nuggets of information. Find out which is better and their overall performance in the ereader ranking. Use wi fi to connect to the internet on your ereader, to search the kobo bookstore, and sync. Connect your ereader to your computer using a micro usb cable. Browse, borrow, and place holds on library books directly from your ereader. Also, the aura hd is able to connect to some other wifi access points.
Page 19 connect your ereader to your computer using a micro usb cable and tap connect. That will be useful if you buy from their ebookstore but otherwise i find it annoying. Fix wi fi issues on your kobo ereader rakuten kobo. The kobo is easy to use and navigate with to the kobo store for any purchases.