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"Detach the Joy-Con" Message Displayed During First Time Setup on Nintendo Switch Lite

Nintendo Switch Lite

You are unable to complete the first time setup on Nintendo Switch Lite because a message is displayed, "Detach the Joy-Con."

Important: The Joy-Con can be used as wireless controllers with Nintendo Switch Lite, but they cannot be physically attached to the system.

What to do

  1. Press and hold down the POWER Button for twelve seconds to force the system to shut off.
  2. Power on the system again to start the first time setup process again. Once you reach the screen to "Add a User," be sure to press the A Button, and continue to follow the prompts.
  3. Once the first time setup is complete, ensure your system has the latest system update.

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