Google chromecast Gen 2 - bricked

[Steamy Tom]

So I am sure some might have seen or experienced but yesterday certain google devices like the chromecast gen 2 or chromecast audio stopped working and you are also unable to complete setup after a factory reset.

Apparently the client certificate expired which now presents a challenge to resolve.

Making this thread so anyone with usable work arounds or updates can share with the local community.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Chromecast/comments/1j7caui/did_google_just_brick_the_2nd_gen_chromecast

https://www.reddit.com/r/Chromecast/comments/1j7lhrs/the_chromecast_2s_device_authentication

 

[RyanPCMR]

Yes, this happened to me late yesterday when I tried to fix a non-streaming issue by doing factory reset. Didn't work and still not working, although online Reddit post says that people can try to set the device date to 08 March 2025 and it will let you complete the setup but still not stream to the Chromecast 2nd gen and audio. Hoping they will have a fix soon.

 

[Bliksis]

These Android players work when they do, until there's a problem. Then you're on your own.

 

[Steamy Tom]

Yes, this happened to me late yesterday when I tried to fix a non-streaming issue by doing factory reset. Didn't work and still not working, although online Reddit post says that people can try to set the device date to 08 March 2025 and it will let you complete the setup but still not stream to the Chromecast 2nd gen and audio. Hoping they will have a fix soon.

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I got mine working by following 2 of the work arounds.

So set your date back and then follow the setup process. At this point your device will appear normal on your TV but you won't be able to cast to it.

Then follow the steps to disable Auth using activity manager.

This will put you in a state where you can at least use the device again to cast

 

[RyanPCMR]

Glad I could help you to get your Chromecast device back online.

 

[epah]

 

[CrypticZA]

Just a handy workaround i found is set your date back to when it was working to pair it to your WiFi and then i am streaming my stuff via VLC. So i start playing it on VLC and then cast it from there.

It worked perfect for me last night was able to watch 2 episodes with no issues