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Why is my 3DS XL not turning on?

It is a possibility that the power button may be damaged. In order to make sure that the power button is not damaged, press the power button. If functioning correctly, there should be a green or red LED light on the side of the device that turns on. If the power button is not functioning it will need to be replaced.
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Why isn't my 3DS not turning on?

Unplug the AC adapter and wait approximately 30 seconds before plugging it in again. Ensure the AC adapter is securely connected to both the Nintendo 3DS and the electrical outlet. The battery pack may not be connected correctly if the recharge LED lights up then immediately turns dark.
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What is the 3DS black screen of death?

The black screen of death is where the 3DS turns on and can hold a charge, but only the backlight will come on the screen itself (top and bottom) stays black. Remove all the components: SD Card, Game, stylus etc.
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How do I force my 3DS to turn on?

Release the Power Button and wait three seconds. Hold the Power Button down for another three seconds. If the power still does not turn off, try removing the battery, then putting it back in.
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How do you fix a unresponsive 3DS?

Recalibrate the touch screen. Recalibrate the circle pad. Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system powers off. Power the system on and see if the issue persists.
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How to REVIVE a Dead 3DS! | Blue Light, Doesn't Boot

What does it mean if a 3DS is bricked?

A brick (or bricked device) is a mobile device, game console, router or other consumer electronic device that is no longer functional due to corrupted firmware, a hardware problem, or other damage. The term analogizes the device to a brick's modern technological usefulness.
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How do I turn on my 3DS XL?

Press the POWER Button, as indicated in the illustration below. The stylus is used to operate the Touch Screen. You can find it in the stylus holder on the back of the system.
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Is there a reset button on 3DS XL?

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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Will 3DS stop working?

UPDATE 7/19/22: Nintendo confirms that both the Wii U and 3DS eShops will close on March 27, 2023. After that date it will still be possible to redownload purchased content (games, DLC), get software updates, and play online "for the foreseeable future."
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How long does it take a dead 3DS to charge?

It takes about 3 ½ hours to fully charge the battery pack with the power off, although this will vary depending on how much charge is left in the battery when the recharge begins. The system can be used while the battery is recharging, but this will increase recharging time.
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Is Black Screen of Death fixable?

The Black Screen of Death is usually caused by a software glitch (or Windows Update) but can often be repaired. Black screens that occur seemingly at random are usually the result of a more serious hardware problem. This will require component repair or replacement. Whatever the case, there is almost always a solution.
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How do I fix a black screen on my 3DS XL?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system powers off. Then power the system back on. This may take more than 10 seconds.
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Is Black Screen of Death bad?

The black screen of death is caused by a critical error in your computer's operating system that can happen because of a faulty device driver, a hardware defect, or a Windows software glitch. While usually fixable, finding the root cause of the black screen isn't always easy.
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How do I know if my 3DS XL is charging?

When charging, an orange Recharge LED will be lit next to the Power LED. The Power LED will still indicate the power level of the system.
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How do I unfreeze my 3DS XL?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system powers off (about 10 seconds), then power the system back on. General system stability can be improved by applying the latest system update.
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Can you turn on a 3DS while charging?

Yes. Your system can be played while it is charging.
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How many hours does a 3DS last?

The typical battery life for the Nintendo 3DS is between three and five hours if you're playing a Nintendo 3DS game. If you're playing a Nintendo DS game on the 3DS, the battery might last anywhere between five and eight hours.
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How long does a 3DS usually last?

If you take good care of it, you can make them last 10 years easy enough. Assuming you have an average system and haven't got an unlucky combination of components.
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Why won t my switch turn on?

Your console may have frozen.

Press and hold the power button for at least 12 seconds to turn the console completely off. Then press the power button again to turn the console on. * If the above method fixes the problem, it's likely that your console was frozen with the screen turned off.
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What is a hard reset on 3DS?

To hard reset a Nintendo 3DS, press and hold the Power button until it turns off. This may take up to 10 seconds. A hard reset is different from a factory reset: A hard reset is simply restarting your device. If you continue experiencing problems, a system update or factory reset may be required.
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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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How do you open the battery on a 3DS XL?

Hold the POWER Button down until the system turns off. Remove any Game Cards from the system. Turn the two crosshead screws on the bottom of the system counterclockwise to remove the battery cover. To remove the battery cover, lift it up slightly and slide it away from the bottom of the system.
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Does 3DS XL have sleep mode?

For Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, New Nintendo 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS XL, and New Nintendo 2DS XL. Closing the system while it is turned on will put the system into Sleep Mode. Sleep Mode will reduce power consumption while still using features such as StreetPass and SpotPass.
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Can I use my 3DS without battery?

While plugged, the 3DS uses power directly from the AC, the rest goes to the battery. That's why the screen gets "brighter" whenever plugged. So yeah, AC power is more than enough to run a 3DS, and charge it at the same time.
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