If your Fire TV Stick feels like it's dragging its feet lately, buying a replacement isn't your only option — and the fix might only take a few minutes.

You turned on your TV expecting the Fire TV home screen, but instead you are staring at a black screen, maybe the Fire TV logo flashes and then nothing, or perhaps ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You're sitting on the couch, Fire TV remote and popcorn at the ready, all set to unwind with a favorite show. You press play. And you wait.