Nintendo Switch no longer loads - possible causes

If the Nintendo Switch no longer loads, there is usually no reason to panic. Simply rebooting or using a different connection cable can quickly fix this error. Try charging with both the power adapter and the docking station.

How to proceed if your Nintendo Switch stops charging

With these steps you can check possible causes of the error and find out why the Nintendo Switch stops charging properly:

1. Turn off the console, remove the power adapter and wait 30 seconds.
2. Connect the power adapter again. If the console then turns on again and a charging icon appears on the right edge, the console is charging again as usual.
3. Alternatively, charge the console via the docking station and check the power supply connection and the connection to the TV.
4. If this does not work, you should check the connection cables for damage and, if necessary, repeat the charging process with a replacement cable.

General information about the battery performance of the Nintendo Switch

According to the manufacturer, the fully charged battery of the console runs for about three hours. However, the duration can vary and depends on the respective game as well as the brightness of the screen. If the Nintendo Switch does not turn on despite charging, you should also check whether it is an original power adapter with the number "HAC 002".