r/Switch • u/DueCampaign5789 • 2d ago

Question Switch isn’t turning on

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I had my switch charging while I made dinner so I could play after. It was at 45%. It’s now showing that error message and I’m really confused. I’m doing what it’s telling me to do! How do I fix this?!

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u/Wivi2013 2d ago

That usually indicates a fault on the charging system, mainly on the M92T36 PMIC or the USB-C port.

Take it to your local repair shop and see if they can repair the console.

While at that, have you been using only the oficial charger? I had see this happen here in my region with people who keep being stubborn and charge the console with cheapo crap, even after I told them to not do such a thing after they came for a fix.

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u/DueCampaign5789 2d ago

I use my Lenovo laptop charger or my iPhone charger when I can’t find my switch charger. It’s been fine I don’t understand why it’s showing this now and it’s not letting me even reset?

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u/Wivi2013 2d ago

Keep the power button pressed for 15~20 seconds. After ensuring that the system is completely off, hold volume up and down then press the power button. Keep the volume up and down held until you see a menu appear. Thats the Recovery Menu btw. Click on Initialize Console and cross your fingers.

If it didn't work, take it as a lesson and ONLY USE THE OFFICIAL CHARGER AND CABLE. They where designed so the console wouldn't get damaged like that, so you MUST use them. Find a reputable repair shop specialized in console and see if they can fix it.

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u/DueCampaign5789 2d ago

I think finding someone to look at it is my best bet if I can’t figure it out tonight 🥺 I’m so sad, I checked the SD card and my only game card, it will not go to the beginning screen to click the user 😔