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Netflix doesn't work - error "NW-2-5" (network issues) - started about four or five days ago.
When the TV's DNS is manually set to 8.8.8.8 Netflix works, set back to 192.168.20.254 (pihole) it stops.
BUT Netflix works on ALL other devices that go through the Pihole...?? PC, phones, Xbox... they all work, except the TV.

OK here's something weird. To try and narrow down the issue a little I went to the blocklists page in the console and unchecked ALL the lists, planning to enable them one-by-one to see which one is doing it.

I am having the same exact issue but not only with Netflix but Disney Plus and Hulu. Main difference is every Netflix app on my network will not launch unless pointed to a outside DNS server. 4 Rokus, PS4, TVs and Bluray players. Doesn't matter if Pihole is enabled or not. I have also disabled all block lists just like you but still won't launch. Only way around it for me so far is with Cascading Routers. Have the pihole on the forward facing router and all devices on the back router. Set the back router DNS server to the IP of the forward router.

I have the same error code as you and just like you I have disabled pihole, and removed all blocklists. Netflix still wont launch but like I said the main difference is all of my devices are having issues.

Hm, interesting. I have an Asus RT-86U with Merlin, there was a Merlin update recently too. The Asus provides ethernet/wifi to the house, and gets its WAN from the router that was supplied by my telco.

But somehow, Netflix doesn't like talking to a DNS server that is not public, with the router being the only exception (as demonstrated by @JonnyB's router cascade). This is probably due to Netflix seeming to be excruciatingly rigorous at shutting out access via VPN or through a proxy.

Now, I don't have a Netflix account, an Asus Router or an LG TV, so the following paragraphs are kind of a blind shot attempt to apply a mildly related solution to a different problem. You have to decide whether it's worth a try.

When trying to fence my TV from leaving my home network in ways I didn't approve of, I ultimately resorted to putting it into a separate WLAN raised by a separate Zero W where all DNS traffic was forced to Pi-hole, regardless which DNS server my TV was using. To that end, I had to alter the Zero's prerouting table.

As far as I am aware of, Asus routers allow ssh login, so you could give that approach a try by extending your router's iptables. I won't post them, as there is an easier way in your case: You happen to run your router with Merlin, so you can set up DNS Filters.
From the UI, find LAN DNS Filter, switch "Enable DNS-based Filtering" to ON, and select "Router" from Global Filter Mode. Assuming you have defined Pi-hole as local DNS server via the DHCP settings, leave the custom entries blank.
(I am assuming Merlin's documentation as well as a corresponding screenshot are up to date)

Both approaches - iptables via ssh or DNS filters via UI - should produce the same result:
They force any(*) DNS traffic on your network to reroute through Pi-hole.
So when your TV requests to resolve api-global.netflix.com through Google's 8.8.8.8, your router will show that request friendly but firmly to your Pi-hole instead, while your TV thinks it is still talking to Google.

Usually, Apple TV is considered as the most consistent device for set-top streaming. Though being considered as the best one, its performance too depends on various factors including servers of any content channel, your data connection and so on. So if you are dealing with Apple TV "an error occurred loading this content apple tv" or "there's a problem loading this content" and couldn't see videos, there may be number of possibilities for the problem.

This is 100% easy way to fix any problems like there's a problem loading this content when you're facing, there is no doubt that basic issue can be fixed through this way. Simply go to Settings > General > Restart. Or you can hold down the bottom button and menu button for nearly 6 seconds, until your Apple TV restarts again.

If leaving subtitles off doesn't solve an error occurred while loading this content on Apple TV, it is time you check your Internet connection. It may be moderate and very slow. Data travels through various servers before reaching to your Apple TV. And when your Internet connection is slow, you will see Apple TV error loading content. To check if your Internet connection is fine, go to ATV's network test (which is built-in). Follow path Settings >> General >> Network >> Test Network.

Apple TV assumes that all its users need to watch all the things in HD. Look fellas, high-quality is preferable, but what if your Internet is slow? In such cases, SD is the most preferable option. Simply change the video quality of Apple TV by going to Settings >> Audio & Video >> TV Resolution. If 1080p is selected, change it to 720p.

People tend to keep their ATV within an entertainment console, which leads to interference with WiFi receiving signals. And this gives you the content loading error. You can verify the strength of your WiFi signal on your ATV going to Settings >> General >> Network. Usually, five bars are expected to be seen. In case you witness a weak signal, try connecting your Apple TV the router or modem using an Ethernet cable or simply move your ATV.

By default, Apple TV sends data regarding quality assurance to Apple. Even though your privacy is taken care of, the network bandwidth is not. You may have buffering problems due to Send Data to Apple feature. So try turning it off. Go to Settings >> General >> Send Data to Apple.

Are you stilling find an answer to solve loading error on Apple TV? There are many device connected to your WiFi. Some of them may continue to use WiFi even when you are not. For instance, iPhone and iPad download updates when unused. So better keep these devices WiFi off when you are not using them. Simply go to the Settings and find the option where you can turn the WiFi off of these devices.

Further, with help of a USB-C cable, hook up your PC and ATV. Take care to properly plug cable's one end to the PC's USB port and the other to your Apple TV's USB port. This port can be seen below the HDMI port. Make proper connection in order to get your device recognized by Tenorshare ReiBoot.

The latest Apple TV firmware needs to be downloaded online so as to fix the system. Once downloaded, click on Start Repair. This process of repairing will take few minutes or several hours (this depends on the issue though).

In the above article, we have explored various yet simple solutions to solve the issue regarding Apple TV content loading. Though Apple is capable of finding solutions for its product-related issues, Tenorshare ReiBoot will help resolve the problem in no time. It is the most trustworthy method to get rid of any Apple TV errors. Feel free to share any feedback related to above solutions as well as other solution, if any, by commenting below.

Usually, Apple TV is considered as the most consistent device for set-top streaming. Though being considered as the best one, its performance too depends on various factors including servers of any content channel, your data connection and so on. So if you are dealing with Apple TV "An error occurred loading this content" issue in iOS 13/12/11, there may be number of possibilities for the problem.

This solution is for Dietpi, and Plex Rasberry users who see an error occurred loading items to play. Since both systems have the same uninstallation and reinstallation process, you can follow the steps below to proceed further.

Typically, the database is located in the directory where you installed the Plex setup. For instance, /Plug-in Support/Databases/com.plexapp.plugins.library.db. But it also depends on your device and operating system. Therefore, the steps to repair the corrupt database of Plex are for the default directory location.

Note: You must enter all the commands as they are demonstrated in this article. These commands will not work in case of any misspelling, misspacing, or incorrect symbols and characters.

If you have an existing TIDAL subscription and you are using the service through Plex, then this solution is for you. Many users have complained about seeing the playback error (an error occurred loading items to play) on Plex when trying to play the podcast or music using TIDAL.

However, you must be very picky about the new device if you want to transfer the media. According to the Plex guidelines, your computer should have 1500 to 2000 PassMark. It is compulsory to run your files in 1080p and 720p resolution with an internet speed of 10Mbps and 4Mbps.

This error comes when you keep your media on any external hard drive. And you plug in and plug out the device from your Mac or Windows computer incorrectly. So in a way, this error is caused by the user and not the Plex system. However, it does disturb your Plex Media Server.

There are two reasons that lead to cause this error. The first is that you have been trying to watch a 4K, HEVC, MKV, or any other format and resolution video that requires high PassMark and internet speed. Or if your Plex Media Server has multiple users who are trying to transcode at the same time.

Moreover, you need to have at least 3 Mbps internet speed to play your media in 720p on Kodi with a Plex add-on. To fix this problem, you can tweak the quality settings to see which works best in eliminating the playback error.

Meta Description: Here are 5 tried and tested ways to fix an error occurred loading items to play Plex. If there are more playback issues that bother you, this article also tells you methods to solve them.

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