Why won't my Nintendo Switch update?

Visit support.nintendo.com/networkstatus and check for any posted service maintenance or outages. Enter a different DNS in your system settings, and try the update process again. Disable your router's firewall, as this may be blocking necessary traffic. After performing the update, you can enable the firewall again.
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Why will my Nintendo Switch not update?

What to Do: Ensure your console has an active Internet connection. If software is currently being played, save your in-game progress and then close the software. Software can be closed from the HOME Menu by highlighting the software title and pressing the X Button.
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Why won't my Switch download software?

Sometimes, unstable connections can interrupt downloads. Restart the Switch: Power off your Switch completely and then turn it back on. This simple restart might resolve temporary software glitches. Check Available Storage: Verify if your Switch has enough available storage space to download and install the game.
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Why is my Switch stuck updating?

Check the Internet connection.

Slow or incompatible Internet connections can time out and result in the download stopping. Are you using a broadband Internet connection such as DSL, cable, or fiber optic? Other, slower types of connections may not be compatible.
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How to manually update Nintendo Switch?

Complete These Steps:
  1. Select the "System Settings" on the HOME Menu.
  2. Scroll down through the System Settings menu and select "System."
  3. Select "System Update," to start the system update process. During the process, the system will first perform a check to determine if a new system update is available.
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Nintendo Switch: How to Update System Software to Latest Version

How to fix Nintendo Switch software?

Possible solutions
  1. Restart the Nintendo Switch console by holding down the POWER Button for at least three seconds, then selecting Power Options and Restart. ...
  2. Perform a system update.
  3. Check for any software updates for the problematic game.
  4. Check for corrupt data.
  5. Delete the problematic software and then redownload it.
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Does Nintendo Switch force updates?

Software updates can be automatically downloaded and installed by enabling "Automatic Software Updates" from "System" in System Settings.
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Why does my update get stuck?

Most often, these types of problems are due to a software conflict or a preexisting issue that simply wasn't brought to light until the updates started installing.
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Why is my Switch system update taking so long?

Due to the amount of new features and applications included, the system update may take an extended amount of time when performed during the initial setup (for some users it could take an hour or more to download and install).
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How do I reset my Nintendo Switch update?

Complete These Steps:
  1. Ensure the console is powered off. ...
  2. With the console powered off, hold down the volume up and volume down buttons, then press the POWER Button to turn the console on. ...
  3. Once in recovery mode, select “Update System" and follow the prompts to complete this process.
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How to fix a Nintendo Switch that won't download games?

Possible solutions
  1. Restart the Nintendo Switch system by holding down the POWER Button. ...
  2. Perform a system update. ...
  3. Check for software updates for each title encountering the issue. ...
  4. Check for corrupt data for each title encountering the issue. ...
  5. Delete each title encountering the issue and then redownload it.
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How to fix software currently unavailable on Nintendo Switch?

If a previously announced software is not yet available in the Nintendo eShop, wait for the release time and date, then download it. It is possible that a software update is required to use the DLC. Check for any software updates for the game, then try accessing the game DLC.
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Why does my Switch stop downloading?

Verify the current amount of storage space on your Nintendo Switch system. If you do not have enough space to complete the download, follow our options to expand the available memory or free up currently used storage space.
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How can I make my Nintendo Switch update faster?

  1. Move the Nintendo Switch console closer to the wireless router. ...
  2. Move any metal objects or electronic devices away from your Nintendo Switch console and wireless router. ...
  3. Create a new Internet connection. ...
  4. Power cycle your home network. ...
  5. If supported by your router, connect to a different wireless band.
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Why is my Nintendo not loading?

Possible solutions

Restart the Nintendo Switch system by holding down the POWER Button for at least three seconds, then select Power Options and then Restart. If the system is not responding, hold down the POWER Button for twelve seconds in order to force the system to shut down. Then power it on again.
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What happens if you delete old data on Nintendo Switch?

All data such as user Information, Internet settings, received game news and data stored during console use will be deleted. *The system version of the console will not be reset. *Linked Nintendo Accounts will not be deleted. (They will be unlinked, however.)
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How do I fix my Switch not updating?

Select your user page from the HOME Menu, and then select User Settings, and scroll down and select Update Download Progress.
  1. If the issue persists, restart the console, and then wait for the console to connect online. ...
  2. If the download is progressing slowly, test your Nintendo Switch console's Internet connection.
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Why is my software update taking so long?

A slow internet connection can cause the update to take a long time to complete or to fail completely.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch download taking so long?

Slow download speeds are generally the result of: Slow internet from the ISP. Slow or unresponsive networking equipment. Wireless interference or a weak wireless signal.
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How to force play system update?

Get security updates & Google Play system updates

Open your device's Settings app. System & Updates. For security updates, tap Security Update. For Google Play system updates, tap Google Play system update.
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How do I fix a stuck firmware update?

If your gadget isn't responding or you are experiencing difficulty finishing a firmware update, you can play out a forced restart. Inequivalent to a factory reset, a force restart is a reliable way of turning your Android device off and giving your device a fresh start.
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Why do devices stop updating?

Phones stop getting security updates eventually as companies focus resources on newer models. Just be aware of some increased risks. Without updates, your phone will no longer receive fixes for newly discovered vulnerabilities. Over time, hackers may figure out ways to exploit older unpatched software.
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Will Nintendo Switch be phased out?

When will the Nintendo Switch be discontinued? For its part, Nintendo has confirmed that it will continue to support the Switch with new games through to the end of March 2025. Due to the immense popularity of the console, it's safe to say that it will live on beyond that date.
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Why doesn't Switch auto update?

"System Settings" → "System" → "Auto-Update Software" must be turned on.
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How do I make sure my Switch is updated?

Scroll down through the System Settings menu and select "System." Select "System Update," to start the system update process. During the process, the system will first perform a check to determine if a new system update is available. If an update is available, the download process will begin automatically.
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