System Update; Format System Memory; Replacing The Nintendo 3Ds Xl Battery Pack - Nintendo 3DS XL Operation Manual

System Update

Update the HOME Menu and applications, and add new applications.
You must be connected to the internet to perform system updates. Confi gure your internet connection settings before using system update
(page 55). (When performing a system update from a Game Card, an internet connection is not necessary.)
Note:
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System updates cannot be carried out if the battery charge is running low.
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Check the Nintendo website for a summary of update details.
REGARDING SYSTEM UPDATES
IMPORTANT: After the Nintendo 3DS XL system is updated, any existing or future unauthorised technical modifi cation of the hardware or
software of your Nintendo 3DS XL system, or use of an unauthorised device in connection with your system, may render the system permanently
unplayable. Content deriving from the unauthorised modifi cation of the hardware or software of your Nintendo 3DS XL system may be removed.
Failure to accept the update may render games unplayable.
REGARDING AUTOMATIC SYSTEM UPDATES
From time to time, the Nintendo 3DS XL system will carry out automatic updates, such as updates to a list which prevents the use of words
that may cause users discomfort, and/or updates to an internal database of wireless access points which allow you to access online services
provided by Nintendo.
No prior notice for these or other such minor automatic updates will be displayed on the screen. For other system updates, a notice will be
displayed on the screen, and you will need to select I ACCEPT to install such updates.

Format System Memory

Select this option to delete all data saved to the system, and return it to factory settings.
Note: The system version will remain at the current version even if you format the System Memory.
If you opt to format your system, the following data will be
deleted and cannot be recovered:
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Content saved in the System Memory such as friend list, notifi cation and step data
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Application save data
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All photos saved to the System Memory
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Changes made to the System Settings
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Software saved to the system (see fi rst note below) and its save data
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Data saved to the SD Card (see second note below)
– Downloadable software (see fi rst note below) and its save data
– Add-on content (see fi rst note below)
– Extra data
– Save data backups
Note:
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Software can be redownloaded from Nintendo eShop at no extra cost. Please note that there are certain cases where software may be temporarily or
permanently withdrawn from Nintendo eShop. Should this happen, you will no longer be able to redownload that software.
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If an SD Card that contains software or save data is not inserted when the formatting occurs, the data on that SD Card will not be deleted but it will
become unusable.
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When you format the System Memory, photos and recordings on the SD Card and your Nintendo eShop Account Activity and balance will not be deleted.
When giving your Nintendo 3DS XL system to another person permanently, please ensure you delete your Account Activity in Nintendo eShop and use a
computer to delete data on the SD Card.
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Replacing the Nintendo 3DS XL Battery Pack

Repeated charging will decrease battery life and reduce the length of time you can use the system before recharging.
If usage time is noticeably reduced, replace the battery pack using the procedure detailed below.
Contact Nintendo Customer Service for further information on how to purchase a replacement
Replacing the Nintendo 3DS XL Battery Pack
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If the system is used by a child, a parent or legal guardian should replace the battery pack for them.
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Always turn the power off and disconnect the AC adapter before replacing the battery pack.
Unscrew the battery cover
1
Use a screwdriver to loosen the two screws securing the battery
cover.
Note: Using the wrong type of screwdriver may damage the head of the
screw, leaving you unable to remove the battery cover.
2
Release the four clasps on the sides
Slide a coin or similar item in between the battery cover and the system, and prise the two carefully apart.
Note:
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Do not insert your fi ngernails in between the battery cover and the system, as this could result in injury.
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Do not use excessive force, as this could result in damage to your Nintendo 3DS XL system and/or to the battery cover.
3 Remove the battery cover and battery pack
Remove the battery pack as shown.
(page 83).
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