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How to Download Software Updates from the HOME Menu

Nintendo 3DS

In this article, you'll learn how to download software updates.

Note
  • Update data will be saved on the SD Card that is inserted into the system.
    • If there is not enough space on the SD Card, the update will not complete.
    • In order to check available space, select System Settings from the Home Menu and then select Data Management.
  • Update data can be viewed in the Downloadable Content area of the Data Management menu.

Complete these steps

  1. Ensure you have the most recent Nintendo 3DS system update.
  2. From the HOME Menu, launch the software you wish to update.
  3. If an update is available, the text "A software update is available" will appear on the upper screen.
  4. Select Update or press the Y Button to begin the update process.
    • If you do not wish to update the software, you can press the A Button to launch the software without updating.
  5. Two options will be available, Download Now and View Details in Nintendo eShop and Then Download.
Download now

Selecting this option will allow you to immediately download the software update data. The software update will be performed in the foreground, and may take a while. To perform this action:

  1. Select Download Now
  2. Select Yes or press the A Button to continue.
  3. Wait while the update is completed.
    • Do not turn of the system or remove the SD Card during this time.
  4. Once complete, select OK or press the A Button.
View details in Nintendo eShop

View Details in Nintendo eShop will take you to the Nintendo eShop page. From here, the software update can be performed immediately in the forground, or you can choose the download later option to download the update while the system is in sleep mode. To perform this action:

  1. Select View Details...
  2. Once the Nintendo eShop loads, select Tap Here to Download or To Redownload Screen.
  3. Select Next when asked to review the ESRB rating.
  4. Select Download.
    • Items downloaded now will begin immediately.
    • Items downloaded later will begin when the system enters sleep mode.

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