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How do I reset my Nintendo 3DS XL without the pin?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system resets; this may take some time. Once the system is powered down, press the POWER Button once to turn it back on.
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How do I reset my Nintendo 3DS if I forgot my PIN?

What to do
  1. Select the System Settings icon on the HOME Menu, and tap Open.
  2. Tap Parental Controls.
  3. Tap Forgot PIN.
  4. Answer your secret question or tap I Forgot. ...
  5. Tap OK to send an e-mail to the address you configured for use with parental controls. ...
  6. The e-mail will contain your master key.
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How do I reset my parental control PIN?

If you forgot the PIN that you created when you set up parental controls, follow the instructions below to reset it.
  1. On your device, open the Settings app .
  2. Tap Apps & notifications.
  3. Tap Google Play Store.
  4. Tap Storage. ...
  5. This will reset your parental controls and your PIN.
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What is a master key for 3DS?

Nintendo's parental controls reset tool will generate a master key to reset the Parental Control PIN on your system. A credit card is required to use this service and a $0.50 fee is to ensure it is used by an adult.
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How do I force a factory reset on my 3DS?

Tap Format again to erase the data.
  1. Select the System Settings icon on the HOME Menu, and tap Open.
  2. Tap Other Settings.
  3. For Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS, tap the right arrow three times until you reach page four, then tap Format System Memory. ...
  4. Tap Format.
  5. Tap Format again to erase the data.
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How do I bypass parental locks?

23 Ways (and Counting) for Kids to Bypass Your Parental Controls
  1. Parents forgot to secure all the devices. ...
  2. Figure out parents' passwords. ...
  3. Sneak the phone or iPad when parents are asleep. ...
  4. Use tech in offline mode. ...
  5. Hack the family router. ...
  6. Factory-reset the device. ...
  7. Use VPN (Virtual Private Network) ...
  8. Use a proxy server.
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What is the 4 digit PIN for parental control?

The Personal Identification Number (PIN) is a four-digit code that protects application settings on a child's device and prevents a user from uninstalling the application. This PIN is set from ESET Parental Control for Android website or the parent's mobile device.
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How do I hard reset my 3DS?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system resets; this may take some time. Once the system is powered down, press the POWER Button once to turn it back on.
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How do I reset my Nintendo 3DS XL password?

Complete these steps
  1. Access the Nintendo Network ID Settings.
  2. Select Password Settings.
  3. Select from the following options: Change Password: Update the password associated to your Nintendo Network ID. Save Password: Choose whether or not the password is required to access the user account on the system.
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How do I factory reset my 3DS without setting?

To hard reset your Nintendo 3DS, you need to finish the following steps. Step 1: Press and hold the POWER button down for several seconds until the system resets. Step 2: After the system is powered down, press the POWER button once to turn it back on. Now you can begin to format system memory.
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Does factory reset delete everything on 3DS?

Restoring the console to factory settings will delete all data, and you will no longer be able to use data saved on a microSD card. The following types of data, saved in the system memory, will all be deleted: Software data. Save data.
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Does a factory reset delete everything?

A factory data reset erases your data from the phone. While data stored in your Google Account can be restored, all apps and their data will be uninstalled.
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Does formatting 3DS remove Nintendo ID?

Format the Nintendo 3DS family system. Formatting the system will remove the Nintendo Network ID, so that a different one can be linked or created. Nintendo Network accounts removed via system formatting can be linked again to the same system in the future.
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Should you factory reset a 3DS before selling it?

Please ensure that prior to sale, your Nintendo 3DS/2DS console is ready for sale by formatting the system memory of the device. All data, accounts, digital games, and any personal information on the device must be wiped prior to selling the device.
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What does soft reset do?

To perform a soft reset, you power off your phone and turn it back on. Restarting your phone closes all the processes and apps running on your phone and loads all the system files from scratch. A soft reset does not come with the risk of losing your data.
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What is a master key code Nintendo?

If you provide your Inquiry number and console serial number over the phone, you will be issued with a "master key" (an 8-digit number) that can be used to reset your PIN. By entering the master key supplied, you'll be able to set a new PIN.
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How do I remove Nintendo ID from my 3ds XL?

Complete these steps
  1. Select System Settings from the HOME Menu.
  2. Select Nintendo Network ID Settings.
  3. Select Other.
  4. Select Delete Nintendo Network ID.
  5. If prompted, enter the 4-digit PIN and select OK.
  6. Select your reason for deleting from the options on the screen.
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How do I unlink my old 3ds from my Nintendo ID?

Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account. Click User info, then scroll down to the Linked accounts section and click Edit. To unlink an NNID from your Nintendo Account, click the checkmark next to Nintendo Network ID to remove the link.
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