An error code is received when trying to start a game on Nintendo Switch.
If a microSD card is inserted on the console, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.
Is a microSD card being used with the console?
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Power off the console. Remove the microSD card and verify that it is compatible with Nintendo Switch.
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If the microSD card is not compatible with the console, replacing it with a compatible type may resolve the problem.
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If the microSD card inserted is type SDXC, in order to use it on the console, it is necessary to connect to the Internet and perform a system update. The system menu version will not necessarily change after this update.
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If the microSD card cannot be read on Nintendo Switch, it may need to be formatted.
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Once formatted, the information on the microSD card cannot be recovered. If screenshots are stored on the microSD card, be sure to first back up the information on a computer.
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If downloadable software was saved to the microSD card, it can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account where it was purchased.
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Once the microSD card is formatted, redownload the software from the Nintendo eShop.
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If the error persists, try using a different microSD card.
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If the error is still displayed when attempting to start the software, remove the microSD card and redownload the software directly to the system memory.
Situation Not Resolved
If you would like further assistance with the Nintendo Switch console, please contact Nintendo Customer Service.
No
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Ensure the console has the latest system update.
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Check for corrupt data.
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Delete the problematic software and redownload it.
Situation Not Resolved
If you would like further assistance with the Nintendo Switch console, please contact Nintendo Customer Service.
The Nintendo Switch is an amazing device, but like all electronics, it’s not failure-proof. We’ve collected a list of common bugs and errors and the troubleshooting steps to fix them, so you can keep gaming on the go. If you’re having connectivity problems, data management, or stability issues with your Switch, you’ll find your answer below.
One common fix for major connectivity issues associated with wifi, is simply updating the Firmware of the Router or resetting Router back to factory Settings.
This error shows up when you can’t connect to a wired or wireless network. Usually this is a DNS error with the device or your ISP, but it can be an easy fix.
How to fix Error Code 2110-3127, 2618-0203
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Check the DNS settings and change the settings from Manual to Automatic if not required.
How to solve wireless range issues:
- Keep the Nintendo Switch closer to the router. Staying within 10-15 feet of the router gives you the best connectivity.
- Disconnect the Switch from the dock.
- Move other metallic or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- Reset your router to its factory settings.
This error happens when your Internet connection is unstable or you cannot join a match.
How to fix error codes 2618-0201, 2618-0501, 2618-0502, 2306-0501, 2306-0502, 2618-0006
- Move the Nintendo Switch closer to the router. Staying within 10-15 feet of the router gives you the best connectivity.
- Move other metallic or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- If your router supports dual bandwidths, try switching. For example, if you are unable to connect on 2.4 GHz, try switching to 5Ghz.
This error happens when the Switch can’t connect to your wireless connection or the Internet because of improper settings.
How to fix error 2110-2003
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Check your network password.
- Try using your Switch on another wireless connection.
- Move other metallic or electronic devices away from your router and console.
This error appears when you cannot access online features, like the eShop. This happens because of incorrect DNS settings or weak signal.
How to fix error 2811-5001, 2137-8006
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Move other metallic or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- If your router supports dual bandwidths, try switching. For example, if you are unable to connect on 2.4 GHz, try switching to 5Ghz.
These errors happen when you can’t sign in to your Nintendo account. Typically, this means the service is down or under maintenance.
How to fix error 2124-5200, 2811-7503, 2811-7504, 2124-5002, 2124-5249
- Verify the online service status on the official Nintendo Site.
- Wait and try again later.
This error occurs when you can’t connect to a wired or wireless network. This either means a saved network has not been detected, or the USB LAN adapter is installed incorrectly.
How to fix error 2110-1100
- Make sure that the LAN cable has been inserted properly into your Switch.
- Connect the USB LAN port to a different slot in the Nintendo Switch dock.
- Try using another LAN adapter.
- Make sure the Switch is not in Airplane Mode. Press and hold the Home button for 1 second, go into Settings, and turn off Airplane Mode.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the Power button for 3 seconds.
- Check the strength of your Internet connection.
- Keep the Nintendo Switch closer to the router. Staying within 10-15 feet of the router gives you the best connectivity.
- Restart your router and modem.
This error occurs when you are trying to connect to a match and your connection fails. This happens when your Nintendo account is specific to a country or region.
This error occurs when the eShop is undergoing maintenance.
How to fix error code 2813-1400, 2813-0009
This error occurs when the Switch cannot connect to the Internet because Internet settings are incorrect.
How to fix error 2110-2000 through 2110-2899, 2110-1000 through 2110-1999
- Make sure that both ends of your Ethernet cable are securely connected.
- Try a different Ethernet cable.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.Restart your router and modem.
- Connect using a different port on your router.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Make sure your Wi-Fi password is correct.
This is an issue where the Nintendo Switch freezes on one screen.
If the Switch freezes while turning on:
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- If possible, update the Switch’s device software.
If the Switch freezes while starting a game:
- Delete the data, DLC and updates for the game you’re having trouble with.
- Re-download the game.
- If the error still exists, try installing the game on a different SD card, or on the device’s memory.
This error occurs while using the console.
How to fix error code 2162-0002, 2168-0002
This error happens when you’re trying to play online. This happens due to Internet connection speed, NAT type, or other network settings.
How to fix error code 2618-0513
- Try to connect again.
- If you are always unable to connect, or cannot join a specific player, check your NAT settings.
- Restart your router and modem.
This error occurs when your Switch cannot connect to your Internet service.
How to fix error 2110-2900 through 2110-2999
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Enter the IP manually into the Switch’s settings.
- Reset your router to it’s default settings.
This error happens when you can’t sign in to your Nintendo account or eShop. Usually this is caused by a weak or slow Internet connection.
How to fix error 2124-8028
This error occurs when you are unable to join an online match.
How to fix error 2306-0520, 2160-0103
- Try Restarting the console by pressing down the Power button for 3 Seconds.
- Try entering the DNS manually.
- Try Restarting your Network Devices, as sometimes this may solve your problem.
The error appears when you can’t save files to the memory card.
- Try downloading to another memory card.
- Format the memory card and try downloading again.
- Download the file to the system’s memory.
This error happens when your eShop card number cannot be verified.
How to fix error code 2813-6838
This error occurs when trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It usually means the password is incorrect.
How to fix error code 2110-2004, 2110-2200, 2110-2214, 2110-2201
- Check your Wi-Fi password password is correct.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Make sure that you are connecting to the right network which has a strong signal.
- If MAC filtering is enabled on the network, enter the Nintendo Switch MAC address into the router’s settings or consider disabling this setting.
- Disable the Wifi password and then connect the Switch. If it connects with no issue, try changing the wireless network type from WPA-AES to WPA2-AES.
This error appears when trying to join an online match that is already full.
How to fix error 2618-0542
This error mostly happens when Nintendo eShop is not working correctly.
How to fix error 2813-0002, 2306-0811
This error happens when you can’t connect to the internet because of a slow or weak connection.
How to fix error 2160-0202, 2137-0240
This error pops up when there is a failure with the Nintendo Switch.
How to fix error code 2153-0321
This error happens when the Switch cannot connect to a network due to authentication problems.
How to fix error code 2110-3400
- Update your Switch’s device software.
- Try to connect again.
This error occurs when you can’t log in to your Nintendo account or eShop.
How to fix error code 2810-1224
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Wait 10 seconds before attempting to log in again.
These errors usually occur when the Switch cannot connect to the Internet.
How to fix error code 2110-3000 through 2110-3999
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Verify the online service status on the official Nintendo Site.
- Verify that your Internet connection is working on another device.
- Check the DNS settings and change from Manual to Automatic if possible.
- Try using your Switch on another wireless connection
This error usually happens because of corrupted memory data.
How to fix error code 2016-0601
If you are not using an SD card:
- Update your Switch’s device software.
- Delete the problematic software and re-download it.
If you are using an SD card.
- Verify that your SD card is compatible with the Switch.
- Update your Switch’s device software.
- Download the software to the Switch’s built-in memory.
- Format your SD card and try again.
This error happens when trying to turn your Switch on, or wake it up from sleep mode.
How to fix error 2002-4301 to 2002-4463, 2002-0001, 2002-3005
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds. If this does not work, press the Power key for 12 seconds.
- Remove the SD card and see if that resolves the issue.
- Update the device software, if possible.
- Contact Nintendo for repair options.
This error occurs when you are unable to download software from the Nintendo eShop.
How to fix error codes 2002-4501 to 2002-4535, 2002-4690, 2002-4683, 2002-6201, 2002-4741 to 2002-4760, 2002-4641 to 2002-4660
- Make sure that your Switch has the latest system software.
- Check for any corrupted data.
- Reinstall any software that will not open correctly.
- Remove the SD card and try downloading again.
How to fix error 2810-1500
- Try restarting the Nintendo Switch Console by Holding down the Power button for 3 Seconds and select Restart in options.
- After you turn it ON, connect to the Wireless connection, make sure to see for the Wireless icon on to top right of the screen with at least one bar of strength signal.
- If you still face the issue try again after a while.
This error happens when you cannot connect to Ultra Street Fighter II.
How to fix error 2-BABBE-1000, 2406-0819
This error occurs when the Switch can’t detect your LAN adapter.
How to fix error code 2110-2091
- Make sure that both the ends of the Ethernet cable are connected securely.
- Try using a different Ethernet cable.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Try a different port on your router.
How to fix error code 2801-7199:
This error occurs when your device cannot fetch data in a game.
How to fix error code 2122-0082
This error shows up when you try to redeem a code for a game before it is officially released.
How to fix error 2813-0055
This error happens when you try to connect to an online game with a Switch that’s using an older software version.
Error code 2124-3000, 2000-0000
How to fix error 2701-7002
This error indicates a service error while using the Switch online services.
How to fix error code 2817-0700, 2816-0700
This error occurs when software needs to be updated.
How to fix error code 2162-0101
- From the Home menu, open the software.
- Press + or – to open the software options.
- Update the software.
- Restart the game.
This error can happen when you try to start software.
How to fix error code 2164-0020
- Use the Home Menu to select the software that’s causing a problem.
- Press “+” or “-” to open the software options.
- Select Manage Software and then Delete Software.
- Select Delete to confirm.
- Remove the game card and then re-insert it.
- Start the software again. When prompted, update the software.
This error happens when trying to download software.
How to fix error code 2002-0007 or 2002-0008
- Make sure that your console has the latest system software update.
- Check for corrupted data.
- Try deleting software that could be causing the issue.
This error occurs when trying to use matchmaking. This usually means that the network’s NAT type is not set correctly.
How to fix error 2618-0516
If you’re the proud owner of a Nintendo Switch, you’ve probably at some point run into an error code when trying to play a game, or even right in the middle of a gaming session! If you want to know what a Nintendo Switch error code means, then you’ve come to the right place!
2002-1002
Most likely a microSD storage issue
Fix Error Code 2002-1002
2002-2629 to 2002-2669
Most likely a microSD storage issue
Fix Error Code 2002-2629
2002-2000 to 2002-2499
Most likely a microSD storage issue
Fix Error Code 2002-2000
2016-0390
Unsupported microSD storage
Fix Error Code 2016-0390
2205-0123
An error occurred while the IR Motion Camera was reading
Fix Error Code 2205-0123
2002-2049, 2002-4690, 2002-6201, 2016-0247, 2016-0602, 2016-0641
Default save location to microSD card – perform a System Update
Fix Error Code 2002-2085
2002-4301 to 2002-4463, 2002-3005, 2002-3500, 2002-3999, 2002-0001, 2016-0601, 2101-0001, 2107-0445
Amiibo or data transfer is failing.
Fix Error Code 2002-4301
2002-4517, 2002-4641 to 2002-4660, 2002-4741 to 2002-4760, 2002-0007, 2002-0008, 2002-4683
Issue with the microSD card.
Fix Error Code 2002-4517
2005-0003
This error code may indicate an issue related to the microSD card being used.
Fix Error Code 2005-0003
2005-0005, 2005-0004
Console isn’t booting.
Fix Error Code 2005-0005
2021-0003, 2000-0000m 2101-0002, 2107-0427
System Software is not up to date / Corrupted installation.
Fix Error Code 2021-0003
2110-1000 to 2110-1999
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wired or wireless network
Fix Error Code 2110-1000
2110-1100
Unable to connect to a network
Fix Error Code 2110-1100
2110-2000 to 2110-2899, 2110-2900 to 2110-2999, 2110-3000 to 2110-3999
Network Connection issues
Fix Error Code 2110-2000 through 2110-2899
2110-2003
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wireless network
Fix Error Code 2110-2003
2110-2004
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wireless network
Fix Error Code 2110-2004
2110-2220 / 2110-2201 / 2110-2214
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wired or wireless network
Fix Error Code 2110-2220
2110-2091
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wired network
Fix Error Code 2110-2091
2110-2201 / 2110-2214
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wireless network
Fix Error Code 2110-2201
2110-3127
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wired or wireless network
Fix Error Code 2110-3127
2110-3400
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to a wired or wireless network
Fix Error Code 2110-3400
2115-0096
An error is displayed when trying to use an amiibo figure on a Nintendo Switch system.
Fix Error Code 2115-0096
2122-2403 / 2211-0524
Network troubleshooting
Fix Error Code 2122-2403
2124-0200 – 2124-0269
You are attempting to use a game’s online features, but for some reason, you are currently not logged in to your Nintendo Account.
Fix Error Code 2124-0200
2124-3000 / 2137-1508
Your console must be updated prior to connecting to online services.
Fix Error Code 2124-3000
2124-3080
Unable to connect online during the match-making process
Fix Error Code 2124-3080
2124-4007, 2124-4508, 2124-4517, 2181-4017
Unable to connect to an online service / The console might be banned.
Fix Error Code 2124-4007
2124-4009
Update your console to the latest system update.
Fix Error Code 2124-4009
2124-5002, 2124-5200
There is likely a temporary service outage related to Nintendo Accounts.
Fix Error Code 2124-5002
2124-5119,
Unable to connect to an online service / The console might be banned.
Fix Error Code 2124-5119
2124-5249
Likely indicates that the Nintendo Account service is undergoing maintenance.
Fix Error Code 2124-5249
2124-8006, 2124-8007, 2137-8006
DNS Error: Slow Internet connection, wireless interference, or a weak wireless signal from the router.
Fix Error Code 2124-8006
2124-8028
Unable to sign into your Nintendo Account on Nintendo Switch
Fix Error Code 2124-8028
2137-0240
Slow Internet connection, wireless interference, or a weak wireless signal from the router.
Fix Error Code 2137-0240
2139-0006, 2153-0321
The Nintendo Switch console will need to be repaired.
Fix Error Code 2139-0006
2142-0507
Unable to connect to the service, likely due timing out.
Fix Error Code 2142-0507
2142-1099, 2155-0400
Unable to link your Nintendo Switch console to the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls Online app
Fix Error Code 2142-1099
2155-8006
Unable to link a Nintendo Account to your Nintendo Switch console
Fix Error Code 2155-8006
2160-0103, 2306-0520, 2618-0006, 2618-0201, 2618-0516
Unable to join an online match
Fix Error Code 2160-0103
2160-0202
Unable to connect to an online service
Fix Error Code 2160-0202
2160-8006, 2160-8007
Unable to complete a connection test
Fix Error Code 2160-8006
2162-0101
Unable to start a game, “A software update is required”
Fix Error Code 2162-0101
2168-0002
Fix Error Code 2168-0002
2306-0811
Unable to connect to an online service
Fix Error Code 2306-0811
2306-0819
Unable to connect online
Fix Error Code 2306-0819
2306-0820
Unable to play a limited-time online demo, “This service is currently unavailable”.
Fix Error Code 2306-0820
2613-1400
Unable to make a purchase using a credit card on the Nintendo eShop
Fix Error Code 2613-1400
2618-0203
Unable to connect your Nintendo Switch console to an online service
Fix Error Code 2618-0203
2618-0501, 2618-0502, 2618-0542, 2306-0501, 2306-0502
Unable to join an online match
Fix Error Code 2618-0501
2618-0513
Unable to complete the match-making process
Fix Error Code 2618-0513
2810-1224
Unable to sign into your Nintendo Account or are unable to connect to the Nintendo eShop
Fix Error Code 2810-1224
2811-1006
Unable to link a Nintendo Account to your Nintendo Switch console
Fix Error Code 2811-1006
2811-5001, 2811-1028
Unable to access an online feature, such as the Nintendo eShop
Fix Error Code 2811-5001
2811-7001
Use an online service such as the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch Error
Fix Error Code 2811-7001
2811-7502, 2811-7503, 2811-7504
Issue while trying to use an online service such as the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch
Fix Error Code 2811-7503
2813-0002
Unable to connect to the Nintendo eShop
Fix Error Code 2813-0002
2813-0009, 2813-1400, 2813-6835, 2813-9804, 2813-9712
Issue while trying to make a credit card purchase or while redeeming a download code on the Nintendo eShop
Fix Error Code 2813-0009
2813-0040
Unable to redeem a download code,
Fix Error Code 2813-0040
2813-0055
Unable to redeem a download code
Fix Error Code 2813-0055
2813-0071
Issue when downloading software from the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch
Fix Error Code 2813-0071
2813-1470
Unable to make a purchase on the Nintendo eShop using a credit card
Fix Error Code 2813-1470
2813-6838, 2813-6561
Unable to redeem a Nintendo eShop Card, Prepaid card is not working.
Fix Error Code 2813-6838
2816-0700, 2817-0700
Unable to use the Nintendo Switch Online application
Fix Error Code 2816-0700
902-5998
Nintendo eShop service is unavailable due to ongoing maintenance
Fix Error Code 902-5998
A few weeks ago, I started occasionally having trouble with my Switch giving me MicroSD errors when coming out of sleep mode (causing me to lose any progress I’d made), and eventually it transitioned to the console never being able to read my MicroSD. I tried multiple cards, and none worked. Eventually I bought a new MicroSD reader and waited like 3 weeks for it to ship from China.
It arrived today, and I replaced it, and booted up aaaaand Error 2016-0641 again. I noticed, though, that if I plug in a MicroSD card while the system is turned on, it tries to read the card, fails, and then gives the error code, so the MicroSD reader definitely seems to be connected. Does anybody have any recommendations?
Open the system and check the sdcard reader connector to see if it’s connected properly. It might have come loose
I did that. I reconnected it originally, which did not solve the problem, so I eventually bought a replacement MicroSD reader and replaced it. The ribbon cable is definitely seated, and I assume some data is getting through, since it errors when I plug in a MicroSD, and not just randomly
Have this problem too, when I opened my console and detached the microSD reader I saw that a pin got torn off the FEMALE CONNECTOR (The one that’s soldered to the damned mobo), dunno how it happened, but now I need to replace the connector, the reader itself is fine.
Could someone tell me the name of the female connector so I’ll replace it.
your problem is that you have a fake sd card. it corrupted itself and “locked” itself.t that’s the beauty of Chinese crap. get a memory card from a local store, i bet it will work fine after that.
I Have This problem too..somebody can fix this ?
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I purchased Breath of the Wild a few days ago and am just now trying to get my gold points for it, but when I try, I get error code 2016-0403 saying that it’s already expired. I can’t find anything about this code online. Anyone know what’s going on?
Spending my life in search of a worthy elevator.
They did an update today you can use gold coins for credit on the store now ever 100 is $1.00 but I think there issues on the store I was trying to buy Minecraft and a few other games today and got the matience error when it finishe tonight I went in and it won’t let me put ant of my credit cards in to buy the games comes up with verify information entered. I have a feeling there’s issues and yours might be along with it. Is it a new game ?
Yeah I knew about the update, I specifically waited until it dropped to get my gold points. I bought it new, and for that matter I bought Xenoblade today and it gave me no trouble with the points.
You only have a year from the day the game released to redeem the coins. That date past 2 days ago.
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Ohh I didn’t know you had a year I just got my switch a week or so ago.
It’s Nintendo actively trying to get people to purchase digitally; there is evidently no time restriction for digital games and they award more gold coins (approx. 5x) for digital games.
I found out the hard way about the one year expiration yesterday. For some reason, Europe has it expire after two years. I couldn’t get coins for the retail Breath of the Wild on my US or Japanese accounts, but it worked with my UK account.
Nintendo is a video game console that was released on September 23, 1889. It was developed by Nintendo Co., Ltd. The game system can be used to play video games on your computer or on your television. The game system features different gameplays, and it features different characters that you can choose from.
There are many games that are compatible with the Nintendo game system. Some of these games include Super Mario Brothers, Pokemon, The Legend of Zelda, Super Smash Bros, and Splatoon.
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What causes the 2016-0601 error?
The Nintendo documentation indicates that error code ‘2016-0601’ is caused by the following problem: «A MicroSD error has occurred while playing a game powering the Switch on (or waking from sleep mode)».
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How to solve Nintendo Switch error 2016-0601
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You might encounter an error while playing a game on your Nintendo game system. This error can occur during the game and it can prevent you from playing the game properly. It is very annoying and frustrating to experience this error while playing a video game. This error can be caused by a common computer problem or it can be caused by an issue with your Nintendo console or your Nintendo account.
One of the most common errors that you might encounter while playing a game on your Nintendo game system is the Nintendo 2016 0601 Error. This error may occur when you try to access your Nintendo account or when you try to play a game on your Nintendo game system. This error can be annoying and frustrating because you cannot access the game properly.
The problem can be caused by an issue with your device or it can be caused by an issue with your internet connection. It is possible that another application is interfering with the proper functioning of your Nintendo game system. To fix this error, you need to try these solutions one by one until you find the solution that works for you.
First of all, error 2016 0601 might be caused by corrupted data or some error when downloading games. We recommend that you check whether there is corrupted data by clicking on the + on a game’s name in the Nintendo eShop. Then, find the option “Downloaded Data” and check if there is corrupted data. If there are, you can fix them by restoring your downloaded data. You can also check the corrupted data by going to System Settings > Data Management > Manage Software > You Game > Check For Corrupt Data. You can delete the corrupted data by deleting the downloaded data and restarting your console. Then, manually download the game again.
Another solution is to download your game to an external storage device such as a Micro SD card. In that case, the game will not be saved on your system’s internal storage and will not be affected by the error.
Lastly, another solution you can try is to contact the Customer Service to solve this error. You can try contacting them through their customer support number or their website. The customer support will usually ask you to send them the error code that is appearing on your screen. They will tell you what to do next for your problem and give another solution.
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The Nintendo Switch is an incredible device, but like all electronic devices, it is not fault-proof. We’ve put together a list of common bugs and errors and the troubleshooting steps to fix them, so you can keep playing on the go. If you’re having connectivity, data management, or stability issues with your Switch, you’ll find your answer below.
A common solution for the main connectivity issues associated with wifi is to simply update the firmware of the router or reset the router to factory settings.
Error code: 2110-3127, 2618-0203: wireless issues
This error appears when you cannot connect to a wired or wireless network. Usually this is a DNS error with the device or your ISP, but it can be an easy fix.
How to fix error code 2110-3127, 2618-0203
Test your internet connection on another device. If your phone or computer is able to connect to the internet but your Switch cannot, follow the steps below.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Check the DNS settings and change the settings from Manual to Automatic if it is not needed.
- If your network requires a specific DNS address, contact your network administrator.
How to troubleshoot wireless range issues:
- Keep the Nintendo Switch closer to the router. Staying within 10 to 15 feet of the router gives you the best connectivity.
- Disconnect the switch from the docking station.
- Move other metal or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- Reset your router to its factory settings.
Error code: 2618-0201, 2618-0501, 2618-0502, 2306-0501, 2306-0502, 2618-0006: Cannot reach connections, slow Internet.
This error occurs when your internet connection is unstable or you cannot join a match.
How to fix error codes 2618-0201, 2618-0501, 2618-0502, 2306-0501, 2306-0502, 2618-0006
- Move the Nintendo Switch closer to the router. Staying within 10 to 15 feet of the router gives you the best connectivity.
- Move other metal or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- If your router supports two bandwidths, try switching. For example, if you are unable to connect on 2,4 GHz, try switching to 5 GHz.
Error code: 2110-2003
This error occurs when the switch cannot connect to your wireless connection or to the Internet due to incorrect settings.
How to fix error 2110-2003
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Check your network password.
- Try using your Switch on a different wireless connection.
- Move other metal or electronic devices away from your router and console.
Error code: 2811-5001, 2137-8006
This error appears when you cannot access online features, such as the eShop. This is happening due to incorrect DNS settings or a weak signal.
How to fix error 2811-5001, 2137-8006
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Move other metal or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- If your router supports two bandwidths, try switching. For example, if you are unable to connect on 2,4 GHz, try switching to 5 GHz.
Error code: 2124-5200, 2811-7503, 2811-7504, 2124-5002, 2124-5249
These errors occur when you cannot sign in to your Nintendo Account. Typically, this means that the service is down or under maintenance.
How to fix error 2124-5200, 2811-7503, 2811-7504, 2124-5002, 2124-5249
- Check the status of the online service at the official Nintendo website.
- Wait and try again later.
Error code: 2110-1100
This error occurs when you cannot connect to a wired or wireless network. This means that a registered network was not detected or the USB LAN adapter is not installed correctly.
How to fix error 2110-1100
Wired:
- Make sure the LAN cable has been properly inserted into your switch.
- Connect the USB LAN port to another location on the Nintendo Switch dock.
- Try to use another LAN adapter.
Wireless:
- Make sure the switch is not in airplane mode. Press and hold the Home button for 1 second, go to Settings and turn off Airplane mode.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Check the strength of your Internet connection.
- Keep the Nintendo Switch closer to the router. Staying within 10 to 15 feet of the router gives you the best connectivity.
- Restart your router and modem.
Error code: 2124-3080
This error occurs when you try to connect to a match and your connection fails. This happens when your Nintendo Account is specific to a country or region.
Error code: 2813-1400, 2813-0009
This error occurs when the eShop is undergoing maintenance.
How to fix error code 2813-1400, 2813-0009
- Check the status of the online service at the official Nintendo website.
- Wait and try again later.
Error code: 2110-2000 to 2110-2899, 2110-1000 to 2110-1999
This error occurs when the switch cannot connect to the Internet because the Internet settings are incorrect.
How to fix error 2110-2000 to 2110-2899, 2110-1000 to 2110-1999
Wired:
- Make sure both ends of your Ethernet cable are securely connected.
- Try a different Ethernet cable.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
Restart your router and modem. - Connect using a different port on your router.
Wireless:
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Make sure your Wi-Fi password is correct.
Error code: 2005-0005
This is an issue where the Nintendo Switch freezes on a single screen.
How to fix error 2005-0005
If the switch is stuck when turning on the power:
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- If possible, update the software of the switch device.
If the switch gets stuck while starting a game:
- Delete data, DLC, and updates for the game you are having issues with.
- Download the game again.
- If the error persists, try installing the game on a different SD card or on the device memory.
Error code: 2162-0002, 2168-0002
This error occurs while using the console.
How to fix error code 2162-0002, 2168-0002
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- If possible, update the software of the switch device.
Error code: 2618-0513
This error occurs when you try to play online. This happens due to internet connection speed, NAT type, or other network settings.
How to fix error code 2618-0513
- Try to connect again.
- If you still can’t connect or can’t join a specific player, check your NAT settings.
- Restart your router and modem.
Error code: 2110-2900 to 2110-2999
This error occurs when your switch cannot connect to your Internet service.
How to fix error 2110-2900 to 2110-2999
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Enter the IP manually in the switch settings.
- Reset your router to its default settings.
Error code: 2124-8028
This error occurs when you cannot sign in to your Nintendo Account or online store. Usually this is due to a weak or slow internet connection.
How to fix Error 2124-8028
- Check the status of the online service on the official Nintendo website.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Check your network password.
- Try using your Switch on a different wireless connection.
- Move other metal or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- If your router supports two bandwidths, try switching. For example, if you are unable to connect on 2,4 GHz, try switching to 5 GHz.
Error code: 2306-0520, 2160-0103
This error occurs when you are unable to join an online match.
How to fix error 2306-0520, 2160-0103
- Try restarting the console by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Try to enter DNS manually.
- Try restarting your network devices, as this can sometimes fix your problem.
Error code: 2005-0003
The error appears when you cannot save files to the memory card.
How to fix error 2005-0003
- Try downloading to another memory card.
- Format the memory card and try to download again.
- Download the file to system memory.
Error code: 2813-6838
This error occurs when your eShop card number cannot be verified.
How to fix error code 2813-6838
- Check that you are entering the numbers correctly.
Error code: 2110-2004, 2110-2200, 2110-2214, 2110-2201
This error occurs when trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network. Usually it means that the password is incorrect.
How to fix error code 2110-2004, 2110-2200, 2110-2214, 2110-2201
- Check that the password for your Wi-Fi password is correct.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Make sure you are connecting to the correct network which has a strong signal.
- If MAC filtering is enabled on the network, enter the Nintendo Switch MAC address in the router settings or consider disabling this setting.
- Disable the Wifi password, then connect the switch. If it connects without problem, try changing the wireless network type from WPA-AES to WPA2-AES.
Error code: 2618-0542
This error appears when attempting to join an already full online correspondence.
How to fix Error 2618-0542
- Try to join the match later or join another match.
Error code: 2813-0002, 2306-0811
This error mainly occurs when the Nintendo eShop is not working properly.
How to fix error 2813-0002, 2306-0811
- Check the status of the online service at the official Nintendo website.
- Wait and try again later.
Error code: 2160-0202, 2137-0240
This error occurs when you cannot connect to the Internet due to a slow or weak connection.
How to fix error 2160-0202, 2137-0240
- Check that your internet connection works on other devices.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Move other metal or electronic devices away from your router and console.
- If your router supports two bandwidths, try switching. For example, if you are unable to connect on 2,4 GHz, try switching to 5 GHz.
Error code: 2153-0321
This error appears when the Nintendo Switch fails.
How to fix error code 2153-0321
- This error usually means that the device needs to be repaired. Contact Nintendo for details.
Error code: 2110-3400
This error occurs when the switch cannot connect to a network due to authentication issues.
How to fix error code 2110-3400
- Update the software on your Switch device.
- Try to connect again.
Error code: 2810-1224
This error occurs when you cannot sign in to your Nintendo Account or your eShop.
How to fix error code 2810-1224
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Wait 10 seconds before reconnecting.
Error code: 2110-3000 to 2110-3999
These errors typically occur when the switch cannot connect to the Internet.
How to fix error code 2110-3000 to 2110-3999
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Check the status of the online service on the official Nintendo website.
- Check that your internet connection is working on another device.
- Check the DNS settings and change from Manual to Automatic if possible.
- Contact your network administrator to see if certain DNS settings are required.
- Try using your Switch on a different wireless connection
Error code: 2016-0601
This error usually occurs due to corrupted memory data.
How to fix error code 2016-0601
If you are not using an SD card:
- Update the software on your Switch device.
- Remove the problematic software and download it again.
If you are using an SD card.
- Check that your SD card is compatible with the switch.
- Update the software on your Switch device.
- Download the software to the switch’s built-in memory.
- Format your SD card and try again.
Error codes: 2002-4301 to 2002-4463, 2002-0001, 2002-3005
This error occurs when you try to turn on your Switch or wake it up from sleep mode.
How to fix error 2002-4301 to 2002-4463, 2002-0001, 2002-3005
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds. If that doesn’t work, press the On / Off button for 12 seconds.
- Remove the SD card and see if that fixes the problem.
- Update the device software, if possible.
- Contact Nintendo for repair options.
Error codes: 2002-4501 to 2002-4535, 2002-4690, 2002-4683, 2002-6201, 2002-4741 to 2002-4760, 2002-4641 to 2002-4660
This error occurs when you cannot download software from Nintendo eShop.
How to fix error codes 2002-4501 to 2002-4535, 2002-4690, 2002-4683, 2002-6201, 2002-4741 to 2002-4760, 2002-4641 to 2002-4660
- Make sure your Switch has the latest version of system software.
- Check all corrupted data.
- Reinstall any software that will not open properly.
- Remove the SD card and try to download again.
Error code: 2810-1500
This error appears when trying to log into the Facebook account from Nintendo Switch.
How to fix error 2810-1500
- Try restarting the Nintendo Switch console by holding down the power button for 3 seconds and select Restart from the options.
- After turning it on, connect to the wireless connection, make sure you see the wireless icon at the top right of the screen with at least one strength signal bar.
- If the problem persists, try again after a while.
Error code: 2-BABBE-1000, 2306-0819
This error occurs when you cannot log into Ultra Street Fighter II.
How to fix Error 2-BABBE-1000, 2406-0819
- Update your Switch software and restart the game.
Error code: 2110-2091
This error occurs when the switch cannot detect your LAN adapter.
How to fix error code 2110-2091
- Make sure both ends of the Ethernet cable are securely connected.
- Try using a different Ethernet cable.
- Restart your Switch by pressing the power button for 3 seconds.
- Restart your router and modem.
- Try a different port on your router.
Error code: 2801-7199
This error appears when uploading photos to Facebook fails.
How to fix error code 2801-7199:
- Unlink your Facebook account from your Nintendo account.
- Re-link your Facebook account.
- Download the image again.
Error code: 2122-0082
This error occurs when your device cannot retrieve data in a game.
How to fix error code 2122-0082
- Install the latest system update on your Switch.
Error code: 2813-0055
This error appears when you try to redeem a code for a game before its official release.
How to fix Error 2813-0055
- Wait until the game is released to redeem the code.
Error code: 2124-3000, 2000-0000
This error occurs when you try to connect to an online game with a switch using an older version of the software.
Error code 2124-3000, 2000-0000
- Install the latest software update for your Switch.
Error code: 2801-7002
This error appears when you cannot upload a photo to Twitter. Usually this is due to a service issue.
How to fix Error 2701-7002
- Try again later when the service issue has been resolved.
Error code: 2817-0700, 2816-0700:
This error indicates a service error when using Switch Online Services.
How to fix error code 2817-0700, 2816-0700
- Try again later when the service issue has been resolved.
Error code: 2162-0101
This error occurs when the software needs to be updated.
How to fix error code 2162-0101
- From the Home menu, open the software.
- Press + or — to open software options.
- Update the software.
- Restart the game.
Error code: 2164-0020
This error can occur when you try to start the software.
How to fix error code 2164-0020
- Use the home menu to select the software that is causing the problem.
- Press «+» or «-» to open the software options.
- Select Delete to confirm.
- Remove the game card, then reinsert it.
- Restart the software. When prompted, update the software.
Error codes: 2002-0007 to 2002-0008
This error occurs when you try to download software.
How to fix error code 2002-0007 or 2002-0008
- Make sure your console has the latest system software update.
- Check the corrupted data.
- Try to remove any software that might be causing the problem.
Error code: 2618-0516
This error occurs when trying to use matchmaking. This usually means that the NAT type of the network is not set correctly.
How to fix Error 2618-0516
Learn more about how to troubleshoot NAT issues on the Nintendo Switch.