How do I connect my Nintendo dock?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the bottom terminal of the dock, labeled "HDMI OUT", then connect the other end to an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock.
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How do I connect my Nintendo Switch to my Nintendo dock?

Position the console so that the console screen faces in the same direction as the front panel on the dock, then insert the console into the dock. While the console is docked, the console screen will shut off.
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Why won't my Nintendo dock connect to my TV?

Verify you are using the correct input on the TV. If you are using a dock with a built-in LAN port, update the dock to the latest firmware. Lower or adjust the TV Resolution settings on the console. Try a different HDMI port on the TV.
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Where do you plug in a Switch dock?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the bottom terminal of the dock, labeled "HDMI OUT", then connect the other end to an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock.
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How do I know if my Switch dock is on?

After inserting your console, check that the indicator light on your dock is illuminated. (If not, press your console's POWER Button again.) * If the dock light is flashing, it's possible that there's a problem with the dock. More details here.
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How to use the Dock - Nintendo Switch Oled Model

How to turn on Nintendo Switch dock?

Open the cover on the rear of the Nintendo Switch dock. Insert the AC adapter into the top port, insert the HDMI cable into the bottom port, then close the cover. Connect the AC adapter to a mains socket. *TV Mode consumes a significant amount of power.
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Why is my Switch dock not showing on the screen?

If the TV output LED on the dock is lit, but there is still no image on the TV screen, try the following: Use a different HDMI port on the TV. Use a different HDMI cable. Use a different TV set.
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Can you connect Nintendo to TV without dock?

A: Yes! You'll need a USB-C to HDMI adapter if you want to connect your Switch to your TV without utilizing the dock. Fortunately, purchasing one of these will cost much less than paying for an authorized replacement dock.
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Does the Nintendo switch dock need to be plugged in?

It's not so much that the dock needs power in that the Switch needs constant power when running in it's TV mode. Any USB C external battery with Power Delivery 3.0 or higher (able to pull constant 50-100 watts) can also power dock.
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Does the Nintendo Switch work with the dock?

Can I use the original Nintendo Switch dock with the Nintendo Switch - OLED Model console and vice verse? Yes, you can use the docks interchangeably.
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How to connect Switch controller to TV?

How to pair a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. Connect your Nintendo Switch console to your television (put it in TV Mode), and connect your Nintendo Switch dock and controller via the USB charging cable. When the message "Paired" appears on the screen, the pairing is complete.
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Why is my dock station not working?

Ensure that the docking station is connected securely to the laptop. Try to disconnect and reconnect the docking station to the laptop. Check the USB ports. Try plugging the USB device into another port.
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Why is my Switch dock blinking?

When the Nintendo Switch AC adapter is first plugged into the dock, the TV output LED on the front of the dock will flash and shut off. This is normal. While the console is docked and the application screen is displayed on the TV, the TV output LED will remain solid green.
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How to update Nintendo Switch dock?

Complete these steps
  1. Ensure your console has the latest system version.
  2. From the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu, select System Settings.
  3. Scroll down to System.
  4. Select Update Dock, then Begin Update to begin updating the dock's firmware. If the update stops before it can be completed, try this step again.
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Why isn't my Nintendo Switch connecting to the dock?

If your dock isn't working, unplug your Switch's HDMI and power cables. Reconnect the power cable first, and then the HDMI cable. A Switch with a fully depleted battery may take some time to charge before it turns on while docked, making it look like the dock isn't working.
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How do I put the dock on my screen?

On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Settings, then click Desktop & Dock in the sidebar. (You may need to scroll down.) Below Dock on the right, change the options you want.
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Why doesn't my dock show up?

How to keep the Mac Dock appearing on screen? Open the Apple Logo > System Preferences > Dock or Dock & Menu Bar to keep your Mac Dock visible. Select the location on the screen where your Dock will appear, then uncheck the box that says 'Automatically hide and reveal the Dock.
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Why is my Switch not connecting to the TV?

If your Switch isn't coming up on your TV screen, you may have plugged in the cables in the wrong order. Connect the power adapter first, followed by the HDMI cord. Try disconnecting, then reconnecting your cables following these steps: Remove your Nintendo Switch from the dock.
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How do I know if my Nintendo Switch dock is working?

You can make sure by checking the power LED. Now insert the HDMI cable, and then the Nintendo Switch into the dock. If everything goes right, the green light will keep on.
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How to connect Nintendo dock to TV?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the bottom terminal of the dock, labeled "HDMI OUT", then connect the other end to an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock.
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How do you turn on the Switch in the dock?

While your Nintendo Switch console is in the dock, turn your Switch on using the power button, or by holding the house-shaped home button on a controller. This should lead to the image on the Switch appearing on the TV. If you don't have a HDMI port on your TV you may need to purchase an adapter or a new television.
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Should the light be on on the Switch dock?

The LED on the Nintendo Switch dock, or TV output LED, lights up when the Nintendo Switch console is outputting to a TV. This LED is not related to charging, and will not go out when the console is fully charged.
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