Error Code: 2137-8056

Possible solutions

Test your connection after any changes are made to the console or network environment to determine if the change resolves your issue.

• Move the console within 10 to 15 feet of the wireless router to improve the signal strength during troubleshooting.
  • If you haven't already, it may be helpful to remove the console from the dock while troubleshooting, and then return the console when troubleshooting is complete.
• Review support.nintendo.com/networkstatus for the most up-to-date maintenance and server status information.

  If the error persists and there is no notice of Nintendo eShop maintenance, try again at a later time.

• Check that your console has the latest system update.
  • If the console is already up to date, restart it by holding down the POWER Button on your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console for three seconds, select Power OptionsOpciones de apagadoOptions d'alimentationOpções de desligar, then Restart.
  • How to check for the latest system update
    1. Select System Settings on the HOME Menu.
    2. Scroll down to the bottom of the System Settings menu and select System.
    3. Select System Update to start the system update process.
       • The system will check to see if an update is available.

    For more information, see How to Perform a System Update on Nintendo Switch 2 or How to Perform a System Update on Nintendo Switch.

• Power cycle your home network.
  • How to power cycle your home network
    1. Unplug the power cable from both the modem and wireless router (if separate from the modem).
    2. If the modem's lights remain on, this may indicate you have a back-up battery installed. You will need to remove this battery to power cycle the modem.
    3. After 30 seconds, plug the power cable back into your modem and wait for the lights to remain steady.
    4. Plug the power cable back into the router and wait for the router lights to remain steady.

    For more information, see How to Power Cycle a Home Network.

• Reset the cache saved for the affected account. This will delete passwords, cookies, history, and other web-related data saved on the console.
  • How to reset cache on Nintendo Switch 2
    1. Select System Settings from the HOME Menu.
    2. Scroll down and select System.
    3. On the right, select Data-Clear Options.
    4. Select Clear Cache.
    5. Select Clear Data to confirm.
  • How to reset the cache on Nintendo Switch
    1. Select System Settings from the HOME Menu.
    2. Scroll down and select System.
    3. Scroll down again, and select Formatting Options.
    4. Select Reset Cache.
    5. Select the user that is attempting to open the Nintendo eShop, and then select Reset to confirm.

    For more information, please see How to Reset Cache on Nintendo Switch.

• Manually enter an alternate DNS to determine if the DNS you are currently using is not working.
  • How to manually enter DNS settings on Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch
    1. Select Settings from the HOME Menu.
    2. Select Internet.
    3. Select Internet Settings. Your console will automatically search for nearby Wi-Fi signals.
    4. Select your network from the list of networks located under Saved Networks on Nintendo Switch 2 or Registered Networks on Nintendo Switch.
    5. Select Change Settings.
    6. Select DNS Settings.
    7. Select Manual.
    8. Select Primary DNS.
    9. Hold down the B Button to delete the existing DNS (it defaults to zeros).
    10. Enter 8.8.8.8 as the primary DNS, and then select OK.

        Important: The suggested DNS are public DNS provided by Google and are subject to Google's Terms of Service. If you prefer to not use this service, doing an Internet search for public DNS will provide you with several other options you can use.

    11. Select Secondary DNS.
    12. Hold down the B Button to delete the existing DNS.
    13. Enter 8.8.4.4 as the secondary DNS, and then select OK.

    For more information, see How to Manually Enter DNS Settings on Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch.

• Move any metal objects or electronic devices away from your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console and wireless router. This includes filing cabinets, speakers, power strips, glass, or cordless phones that may interfere with wireless signals.
• Connect to a different wireless band if your router supports both the 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz frequency bands.
  • How to connect Nintendo Switch 2 to a different wireless band
    1. Select Settings from the HOME Menu.
    2. Select Internet, and then Internet Settings . The console will automatically search for near-by Wi-Fi signals.
    3. Select the network name (SSID) of the frequency band you are not currently connected to. Many routers will have default SSID names that label whether the connection is 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz.
    4. If prompted, use the onscreen keyboard to enter the network's wireless password.
    5. The console will test the Internet connection. Once the test is complete, select OK to complete the process.

    For more information, see How to Connect to the Internet on Nintendo Switch 2.

  • How to connect Nintendo Switch to a different wireless band
    1. Select Settings from the HOME Menu .
    2. Select Internet, and then Internet Settings . The Nintendo Switch will automatically search for near-by Wi-Fi signals.
    3. Select the network name (SSID) of the frequency band you are not currently connected to. Many routers will have default SSID names that label whether the connection is 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz.
    4. If prompted, use the onscreen keyboard to enter the network's wireless password .
    5. The Nintendo Switch will test the Internet connection. Once the test is complete, select OK to complete the process.

    For more information, see How to Connect a Nintendo Switch Console to the Internet Using a Wireless Network.

  • Unsure if your router supports both frequency bands

    Contact your Internet Service Provider for assistance with how to review this information within your router's settings.