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How to Disable Wireless Communication on Nintendo 3DS Family Systems

Nintendo 3DS

In this article, you'll learn how to turn off wireless communication.

Complete these steps

For the original Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 3DS XL
  1. Push up on the Wireless switch located on the right side of the Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo 3DS XL.
  2. Verify that the Wireless LED is off.
For Nintendo 2DS and New Nintendo 3DS family systems
  1. Tap the HOME Menu Settings icon on the upper left corner of the bottom screen.
  2. Scroll down to Wireless Communication and tap OFF.

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