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Why won t my Nintendo Switch turn on?

Your battery may be out of charge.
Charge your console for at least 30 minutes (and approx. 3 hours for a full charge). Then attempt to turn the console on again.
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What should I do if my Nintendo Switch won't turn on?

What to do
  1. Reset the AC adapter by unplugging it from both ends. Leave the AC adapter unplugged for at least 30 seconds. ...
  2. Perform a hard reset by holding down the POWER Button located on the top-left of the console for 20 seconds, then press the POWER Button once for the console to turn on.
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Why is my Switch not turning on even though it's charged?

A faulty cord may be the culprit if your Switch won't turn on. Check it for any dirt, exposed or frayed wires, a bent adapter, or bent pins. If you see any damage, invest in a new cord. Remember, use only an original Nintendo power cable to charge your Switch—an off-brand cord could cause issues with your console.
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Why isn t my Nintendo Switch turning on after I reset it?

If the Switch doesn't turn on after performing a hard reset, it might be a bigger hardware problem. You might have a damaged charging port, a faulty battery, or unresponsive buttons. Contact customer service to set up a repair.
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Will Switch not turn on if dead?

Charge the Battery

If the battery is dead, then Nintendo Switch won't turn on after hard reset. Charge the Switch for at least 3 hours. You can directly charge the console using the wall adapter. An alternative way is to charge the Nintendo Switch using the Dock.
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Can you force restart a Switch?

If holding the POWER Button for 3 seconds fails to bring up the Power Menu, you can press and hold the POWER Button for at least 12 seconds to force the console to shut down. *If you want to restart software, close the software and then open it again.
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How long does it take for dead Switch to turn on?

Leave it on charge (supervised) for at least 2 hours, but keep it plugged in for longer if it still shows no signs of life. If after 12-24 hours you still get nothing from trying to turn it on, try a hard reset as detailed above as one last attempt to get things going.
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How do I know if my power Switch is bad?

Signs It's Time To Replace Your Switch
  1. Your lights don't turn on, take a minute to turn on, or flicker, and putting a new bulb in doesn't fix it. It's common that some bulbs, like the incandescent tube lights, take a minute to turn on. ...
  2. The switch makes noise. ...
  3. Sparks. ...
  4. It's warm to the touch.
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How long does it take a dead Switch to charge and turn on?

How Long Does the Switch Need to Charge Before It Turns On? The battery will usually need at least a 1-percent charge before it turns on. A 1-percent charge should be available after 10-15 minutes of charging.
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Why would a Switch just stop working?

A switch circuit that doesn't operate correctly may simply have a tripped breaker or blown fuse. Head to the electrical service panel and locate the breaker or fuse. If the breaker is tripped, reset it; or if the fuse is blown, replace it with an exact duplicate.
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How long does a Nintendo Switch last?

For Nintendo Switch Lite, model number: HDH-001, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours. For Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, model number: HEG-001 [product serial number begins with "XTW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours.
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How do you charge a completely dead Switch?

Please use an official Nintendo Switch AC Adapter [HAC-002] to charge your console. * The Nintendo Switch AC adapter can be used to charge either the Nintendo Switch or the Nintendo Switch Lite.
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How can I tell if my Switch is charging?

Quite Simple. When the power cable is plugged in the Type-C USB port, the Nintendo Switch will display a tiny battery icon with a little lightning indicator as well. If you see these icons on the screen at the top, your Switch is charging up properly.
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What happens when a switch goes bad?

Faulty light switches can make a variety of electrical sound effects, but most can be described with one of the following words: clicking, sizzling, popping, or buzzing. Sometimes this can be caused by loose wire connections, so make sure to check these.
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How much does it cost to replace a power switch?

Depending on your electrician, a simple light switch replacement can cost between $50 and $150. It's the easiest switch to replace. This price is based on an electrician's average hourly charge of $50 to $100 per hour.
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Can a toggle switch go bad?

Of course, any moving mechanical thing can go wrong or worn out and this applies to toggle switch. Mechanical toggle light switches can and do fail regularly.
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Can a Nintendo Switch be repaired?

What to do. The Nintendo Switch console will need to be repaired. For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process.
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Does hard reset delete Switch?

Initializing your console will delete all of its data. You will also no longer be able to use the data on your microSD card. All of the following data, which is stored in the console's internal memory, will be deleted.
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Will the battery get damaged if my Nintendo Switch is always in its dock?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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Can you replace a Switch battery?

The bad news is that there is currently no way for a consumer to install a new battery in the hand-held device or the Joy-Con controllers. While Nintendo hinted at a paid battery replacement service prior to the launch of the system, it has yet to institute such a program.
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Is my Switch charging in the dock?

When your Switch is in its dock, even if you're playing on the TV, the console will be charging via the power cable connected to the dock. You can also plug a USB-C charging cable directly into the Switch while you're playing it in handheld mode.
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How long should a dead Switch take to charge?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.
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Can a Switch overheat?

High temperatures can cause your console to overheat. We recommend using your Switch in a well-ventilated area where there's air conditioning or a ceiling fan to keep the room well within the recommended temperature range of 41°F–95°F.
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How long is Nintendo Switch warranty?

Nintendo systems carry a standard 12-month warranty, which is one of the longest standard warranties in the video game industry. Games and accessories sold individually carry a three-month warranty. Please see the Complete Warranty Text for full warranty details.
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